Progress not perfection

By | June 4th, 2024|Categories: Habits, Health & Wellness, Motivation, Professional Development & Client Interaction|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

If you've ever trained with me, you'll know my favorite slogan is: "We strive for progress, not perfection." More importantly, sometimes we need to regress to progress. Understanding that perfection is not an immediate goal [...]

My Fitness Journey: A Personal Trainer’s Story

By | May 16th, 2024|Categories: Health & Wellness, Instructor Spotlight, Motivation, Nutrition|Tags: , , , , |

Hi! I'm Sarah. I'm 27 years old and work as a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach at Fitness World.  Health and fitness have interested me since I was 15 years old, although I didn't start [...]

The Universal Language of Skill: Technique Carryover

By | April 10th, 2024|Categories: Exercise Technique|Tags: , , , |

As a fitness professional or someone who enjoys fitness, the pursuit of mastering various skills and techniques is a constant. Learning new skills, modalities, and knowledge better allow us to assist our clients in reaching [...]

Knees Over Toes: Tips for Squats

By | February 29th, 2024|Categories: Exercise Technique, Habits, Loaded Movement, Mobility & Movement, Squat & Deadlift|Tags: , , , |

"You shouldn't let your knees go over your toes." A common fitness belief that has been around for ages. It's easy to be inundated with conflicting information on all topics with the access to an [...]

Elevating Personal Training: The Power of Being Present, Professional, and Punctual

By | February 21st, 2024|Categories: Business, Professional Development & Client Interaction|Tags: , , , , |

In the ever changing and dynamic world of personal training, success isn't solely about counting reps and showing people how to exercise. It's about utilizing an eclectic holistic approach that encompasses not just physical fitness [...]

Psychology & Behavioral Coaching: How to Increase Client Adherence and Success

By | February 7th, 2024|Categories: Habits, Motivation, Professional Development & Client Interaction|Tags: , , , , , |

As a Personal Trainer, coaching our clients goes beyond the session and one singular domain. Personal trainers assist their clients in fitness, nutrition, or personal development so understanding the nuances of psychology can significantly impact [...]