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The state of strength training in North America is outdated. We seem to be many years behind the Europeans in this field. Most of the curriculum in our schools today deals with aerobic training spurred by the Dr. Kenneth Cooper movement of the late 1960s and early 1970s. To make matters worse, the value of…

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In Part 2 of this series, we take a look at how aesthetics affects the exercises you select for your clients. Check it out!

Exercise selection is based on two main factors: health and aesthetics. Listen in as I break down the important components of each factor that you must consider when creating a training program for your clients.

One question I get frequently is “How many sets does it take to build muscle?” If you are a personal trainer, strength coach or bodybuilder, you know that the answer depends on your goals. How many sets to build muscle is based on whether you want to increase muscle size, power or muscular endurance. The…

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In this video series, you’ll learn how to write a fat-loss program for your clients. A “must watch” for all personal trainers! You can access Part 2 at https://www.theelitetrainer.com/blog/how-to-write-a-fat-loss-program-part-2/

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