What are the benefits of having a personal trainer?
The first benefit a trainer provides is motivation to the client that may be lacking in his or her absence. Pace is very important during a training session and the trainer will be there every step of the way.
Structure is the second benefit. Without structure, there is no purpose and the client is lost on his fitness journey. Workout programs should be provided to keep the client on a straight and concise path.
Accountability is the third benefit. When a client works with a personal trainer, it’s the trainers job to make sure the client is held accountable, which means simply showing up with a whatever it takes attitude. Certain standards should be set to move toward that goal or accomplishment. The trainer provides that.
Most people know and try to practice at least one of these concepts on a regular basis, but consistency and the success of the trainer/client relationships while working out can provide exceptional results.
What can a trainer do for me when I have questions about nutrition, diet, aches and pains, etc. ?
When it comes to questions that the client may have about nutrition, diet, and muscle pain the trainer has to follow what is called scope of practice. Scope of practice is defined as the actions, procedures, and processes that a professional is allowed to undertake in keeping with the terms of the professional’s license or credential. A personal trainer can provide a service when it comes to working out the individual or give nutritional advice. However, the trainer is not allowed to write up diet plans for client or prescribe medicine for muscle aches and pains. It is best to refer the client to a registered dietician or a physical therapist for that so they can handle the matter.
What are the primary muscle groups that trainers focus on when designing programs for clients?
The primary muscle groups that are targeted in program design are chest, shoulders, biceps, triceps, hips, abdominals, back, legs, hamstrings, quadriceps, and calfs. Depending on the sport the athlete is doing, certain muscle groups are used more than others, but it is important to have a strong foundation all around. Remember, everything is based off of a strong core. Knowing the various functions of muscles allows the fitness professional to implement specific strategies to prevent injury and increase power, endurance, and strength.
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