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I have a masters degree in exercise physiology and am interested in a career using MAT, what do I need to do?

Career
5 Answers | Asked by debbie lantz 455 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 427 days ago
Karin The trainer is referring to Muscle Activation Technique, a technique that is similar to what we do as... read more

When doing mat exercises, does it matter if the back is flat to the mat or keep the back neutral?

Core Exercises
10 Answers | Asked by Kacy Black 591 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 427 days ago
When teaching anyone mat exercises neutral spine is biomechanically correct. As others have indicated, if a client has t... read more

Another common area that when talking with trainers is the difference between spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis and spondylosis

4 Answers | Asked by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 452 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 427 days ago
Gardy Thank you for the acknowledgement, however, I am not a physician nor have my doctorate from physiothe... read more

What is our inner jig saw puzzle?

2 Answers | Asked by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 433 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 427 days ago
That is why I asked!! Our inner jigsaw puzzle is the collaboration between the anterior and posterior lumbopelvic girdle... read more

Do you address the posterior chain and hip stability with your clients when you have them train the core?

Back Exerciseship stabilityFunctional Movement Systems (FMS)
9 Answers | Asked by Harold E. Rose, Jr. 444 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 433 days ago
Let's talk about the Science!!! Based on science and not my opinion. we have several weak links in our body... read more

Best website to write fitness programs?

Personal Training
3 Answers | Asked by Janet Weller 459 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 433 days ago
Janet Great question. The best source to write fitness programs is using what I learned from NSCA's CSCS ce... read more

With someone with a herniated disc or disc bulge in the back region, what one exercise is contraindicated?

8 Answers | Asked by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 451 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 433 days ago
If someone avoided past 60 degrees of flexion, they would be unable to tie there shoes, don and doff their pants. Theref... read more

Is there a difference between a personal trainer and a health fitness specialist?

Personal Training: Ethics/Scope of PracticePersonal TrainingExercise PhysiologyClinical Exercise Physiologist
13 Answers | Asked by Joanne Duncan-Carnesciali 695 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 436 days ago
There is a difference joanne. However it goes down to what certification body that you refer to and without regulation a... read more

what is the difference between quadricep tendonitis and patellar tendonitis? part 1

4 Answers | Asked by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 438 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 436 days ago
Spot on stephen. Patellar tendonitis typically affects those who participate in jumping sports such as basketball or vol... read more

What is the best exercise to target the multifdi with someone with a herniated disc that is without symptoms?

8 Answers | Asked by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 438 days ago
Answered by Chris Gellert, PT, MMusc &Sports Physio, MPT, CSCS, CPT 436 days ago
Janet, It is good to hear that you are interested in learning more. First, I did try to answer your questio... read more
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