How to assess PT clients | Gen Pop vs Wrestling

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12/10/24 • 19 min

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Unlock the secrets to transforming your personal training career and revolutionizing how you assess athletes with our latest episode, where we promise you'll gain the tools to become a standout trainer. Discover why traditional assessment methods might be holding you back and how a personalized, goal-oriented approach could redefine your success. We share real-life challenges and triumphs with Emma and Chuck, highlighting how Show Up Fitness equips trainers with the confidence to tackle client assessments and craft effective programs for wrestlers. Learn how mastering people skills and adaptability can create exceptional client experiences, and why incorporating soft tissue mobilization in your practice can elevate your service to new heights.
Get ready to explore the tailored world of strength and conditioning designed specifically for wrestlers. We discuss the essential components of crafting a program that focuses on rotational strength, core stability, and metabolic conditioning, with exercises that cater to the unique demands of wrestling. We'll also highlight the importance of collaboration with coaches and therapists to offer comprehensive athlete support. And for those aiming to excel, we outline why obtaining a soft tissue certification could be your golden ticket to success in top fitness centers like Equinox. With insights on continuous learning and the importance of industry networking, this episode is a must-listen for trainers aspiring to become elite in their field.

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The Show Up Fitness Podcast - How to assess PT clients | Gen Pop vs Wrestling

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