Reconditioning from Sedentariness

by Gary S. Stebbing, CSCS
Personal Training Quarterly July 2019
Vol 6, Issue 1

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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.

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