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Strength Training for the Older Client—A Blueprint for Program Design
June 1, 2017
This article provides a blueprint and “mini-macrocycle” that will assist the personal trainer in creating a program design for older adults by offering organized templates, direction in selecting exercise components, and the creation of volume controls specific to the client’s needs.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design PTQ older adults program template personal trainer Strength training
Whole Food, Plant-Based Diets
June 1, 2017
By following the guidelines of the American Dietetic Association, a vegan or whole food, plant-based diet can be a viable option for athletes as well as non-athletes to maintain health, support athletic performance, and positively impact the environment.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition PTQ vegan whole food diet
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
Pre-Workout Supplementation – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
October 8, 2021
Do you know what is in your client’s pre-workout drinks? This article discusses the most common individual ingredients typically found within pre-workouts and describes “the good, the bad, and the ugly” associated with its usage.
Personal trainers Nutrition Pre-Workout Supplements Ingredients Creatine Dosage Side-Effects
A SWOT Analysis of the Scope of Practice for Personal Trainers
January 1, 2014
Optimize quality of care and mitigate potential litigation in your personal training practice through a clear understanding of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) of personal training.
Personal trainers Program design risk management litigation
Teaching Focus: A Personal Perspective
June 1, 2016
The constant presence of technology can train the mind to be in a constant state of reactivity and unease. Personal trainers can help their clients improve performance by teaching them how to focus.
Personal trainers Exercise Science personal training how to be focused mental focus
How to Establish Trust with Your Clientele and Achieving Long-Term Success
March 4, 2020
The purpose of this article is to provide a practical, step-by-step process on how to establish trust with your clientele that is valuable in achieving long-term success in this industry.
Personal trainers Professional Development Referral System Clients Buy-In First Impressions
How to Utilize Contrast Training for Strength, Power, and Performance
January 1, 2021
The purpose of this article is to provide an introduction to contrast training, including how it is defined, what variables are utilized, and examples of how to use it in training.
Personal trainers Program design Contrast Training Postactivation Potentiation Power Complex Training
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