Program Design
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Reconditioning from Sedentariness
July 29, 2019
With the rapid development of technology, the daily demands for physical activity are significantly reduced. This article details four distinct phases for personal trainers to implement when working with clients coming from sedentary lifestyles.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Lifestyle Change Sedentary Client Non-Exercise-Based Physical Activity
Using Feedback Drills to Coach the Turkish Get-Up
July 8, 2019
This article is an overview of the Turkish get-up movement, as well as cues and drills to help in this movement.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Turkish Get-Up Movement Multi-Joint Movement Cues Drills
Client Assessments—Posture Assessment
June 24, 2019
Correct spinal alignment is key to many lifts and can help prevent back pain form everyday activities. This is an overview of the anatomy and methods to help identify and correct common postural imbalances.
Personal trainers Program design Testing and Evaluation Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Corrective Exercise Back Pain Spinal Alignment Correct Posture
How to be an Evidence-Based Fitness Professional
May 20, 2019
This article describes how introduction of evidence-based practices requires today’s fitness professional to raise the bar of his or her education and analytical experience by actively and consistently using techniques of research in order to perform their job as a fitness professional.
Personal trainers Program design Organization and Administration Professional Development Evidence-based Practices Research Analytics
Training Clients during Pregnancy—Modifications and Considerations
May 13, 2019
Personal trainers should be aware of the physiological changes during pregnancy for each trimester in order to provide appropriate exercise modifications and alternatives for their prenatal clients, to positively influence overall health.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Pregnancy Training Pregnant Client Physiological Changes
Carbohydrate Periodization—Part 1: Fueling Exercise
April 29, 2019
The purpose of this article is to give an overview and theoretical framework on the concept of periodized nutrition—with an emphasis on adequate carbohydrate intake to enhance performance.
Personal trainers Coaches Nutrition Program design Nutrition Periodization Carbohydrate Loading
Bridging the Gap between Personal Training and Physical Therapy
April 22, 2019
The purpose of this article is to define the roles of personal trainers and physical therapists and to learn how their combined expertise can influence long-term physical health improvements for their clients.
Personal trainers Program design Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Physical Therapy Client Assessment Client Needs
A Coach and Trainer’s Challenge – Individual Variables in Health, Fitness, and Nutrition
March 11, 2019
There are many factors, both personal and environmental, that play a role in the success of a training and diet program for an individual client. This article looks at the factors to be aware of and some solutions to finding the best fit program for an individual client.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Health Fitness Nutrition Client Success
Anthropometrical Considerations for Customizing the Squat Pattern
February 25, 2019
Proper form and biomechanical execution of the squat has been a long-debated subject in the fitness and sports performance industries. The following article describes a method to help determine an individual’s preferred squatting foot position, setup, and depth based on their unique hip anthropometrics for smarter, safer, and more optimized squatting.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Squat Squat Position Bio-mechanics Squat stance
Sedentariness, Deconditioning, and Practical Considerations for Personal Trainers
January 28, 2019
This article summarizes current populations and descriptions of sedentariness and deconditioning, and offers practical considerations for personal trainers working with these behaviors.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Deconditioning Sedentary Clients Sedentariness Client Behaviors
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