This pandemic has decimated many businesses, and personal training is no exception. One organization indicated that over 50% of their members have been out of work and 15% are contemplating a career change. The ones that remain are working at a reduced capacity. Source Online training has become popular, and although virtual sessions may work…
At one point in my career, I was training as many as 12 to 13 people a day, six days a week—and doing paperwork on the seventh! These were primarily 60-minute, one-on-one sessions. I was going practically non-stop. My wife joked that I was even training people in my sleep! I did that for years…
It’s that time of year again when personal trainers spend hours crafting new programs for their clients. I usually set aside an entire day just for this task. To give you an idea of the thought process involved in designing an effective training plan, check out this video: Want to go deeper?👉 Continue watching Part…
Now it’s Barb’s turn to train upper body while Terry works his lower body. Strategic program design allows both of them to push hard in the same session, with individualized focus — a win-win approach for any couple looking to stay strong and healthy together.
While Terry focuses on upper-body strength, Barb targets her lower body with personalized training that suits her needs and past injuries. This is a great example of how couples with different goals and histories can still train together effectively — without compromising their progress.
Meet Barb and Terry. This husband-and-wife duo began training with me in November of 2017. Despite having different health histories and training goals, they wanted to work out together. So, I designed a program that addressed their individual needs while allowing them to train side by side. How did I do it? Learn the thought…
You go to an accountant to do your taxes, a lawyer for legal work, and a mechanic to fix your car—so shouldn’t you approach a professional for your fitness needs? Why do so many people think they can do it on their own? Would you do a root canal on yourself? I didn’t think so!…
We always tell potential clients that “you can’t put a price tag on your health,” but let’s face it—the biggest drawback to personal training is the cost. It’s just too expensive for most people. They want to train their body, but they don’t want to spend an arm and a leg to do it! The…
The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is popular with many personal trainers—but not so much with researchers. A recent systematic review suggests the FMS isn’t a great tool for predicting injury: Do Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Composite Scores Predict Subsequent Injury? A Systematic Review with Meta-AnalysisAuthors: RW Moran, AG Schneiders, J Mason, SJ Sullivan Aim: To…
Transitioning from bent-knee to straight-leg push-ups can be a daunting task—especially for many female clients. But with the right approach, it’s absolutely achievable. Watch one of my clients in action and learn the smart, progressive way to build upper-body strength and confidence on the floor. ➡️ Check out Push-Ups: 21 and Counting for the full…