For most of us, one of the last things we want to do on our break in between training appointments is programming our clients’ workouts. It is a time-consuming process to plan out six to eight weeks of workouts for even the most seasoned trainer, especially if your client has any type of preexisting condition or health concern. It also can become discouraging when much of your time is devoted to creating and editing programs for a client only to have them show up at their appointment and suddenly “not feel” like doing what you have planned.
While we’ve all experienced the benefits of whole body vibration first-hand, we’re constantly faced with questions about the safety and validity of the modality. Here are the biggest myths of vibration training and what the real story is.
As the weather heats up, we embark upon marathon/race season. Many of us head out of the health club and start spinning our wheels on the track or trail. No matter what distance you run, you know one thing is true: running comes with nagging aches and pains.
A common pain that running causes is in the feet/arches. This is most likely caused by the debilitating condition, plantar fasciitis.
Whole body vibration has far more applications than just stretching and massage. Unfortunately, most fitness professionals, health club chains and even strength coaches only use it to increase flexibility. That’s great and very helpful, but how would you like to instantly increase your strength and push more load? I’m not talking about 4 weeks later or even 2 weeks… I’m talking within 2 minutes.
As many of you know, Power Plate International has always put a lot of focus on scientific research, not only for the development of new products but also for validation of the application in different populations and for multiple purposes. This has resulted in already more than 100 official publications of studies conducted with a Power Plate device, and still counting.
Got 4 minutes? This HIIT (High-intensity Interval Training) workout will kick-start your metabolism with jut a few simple moves done in a precise sequence at set time intervals of work:rest. If you love the Tabata Method, are curious or are just short on time this is THE routine to get you fired up! Presented by the Power Plate Training Manager (and Miami super trainer), Sylvie Patrick.
What would you do with one extra day? This workout of course! Give this inventive series of advanced plyometric exercises a try and see if you won’t be reaching for new heights. Featuring Power Plate instructors Jessica Mefferd and Tony Swain.
For many people, this is the time of year when spring is in the air and summer is in sight. Perhaps the winter has left its baggage around the hips and/or waist of you or your clients and members. The phrase, “I’ve got to lean up,” becomes more prominent in our conversations.
Right about now, facilities all around the world are filled with eager fitness enthusiasts striving to achieve a new level of health and well-being. As trainers, we have a lot going on: new clients, juggling sessions, late clients, battling for space in the facility (the list goes on). Now more than ever, we need to be organized and maximize our time and space.
Here are a few proven tips that have a huge impact on your training sessions and ultimately your clients’ exercise experience:
