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Most people don't notice the subtle drops in weight/inches. But they do notice if breathing becomes easier (during an exercise or just in daily activity) and whether or not their clothes fit better. Progress pictures are great. Many of my clients like to see the numbers change, so if they are open to it we do measurements and body fat %. I don't like to go by the scale, it's a fickle instrument, and I don't have access to the more technical tools.
I do like to have a baseline workout that I will put clients through on their first session, mark down how many reps of each exercise are done in a certain time period and what their physical response is, and then revisit that workout two or three months down the road to help them visualize and understand how far they've come.
I do like to have a baseline workout that I will put clients through on their first session, mark down how many reps of each exercise are done in a certain time period and what their physical response is, and then revisit that workout two or three months down the road to help them visualize and understand how far they've come.
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I measure circumference at 9 sites and repeat the measurements once per month. I take resting HR and perform either the Three-Minute Step Test or Rockport Walk Test to gauge cardiovascular fitness. In some cases, I modify these.
I do postural assessments using overhead squat test and push/pull assessments. Then, I count how many reps of several exercises the client can do in good form.
I do postural assessments using overhead squat test and push/pull assessments. Then, I count how many reps of several exercises the client can do in good form.
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I administer the following fitness assessments:
1. Resting heart rate.
2. Body Composition (skinfolds, biolectrical impedance, waist-hip ratio, or BMI. I only usually do BMI for kids as it is a required as PE teacher.
3. Muscular Endurance test: push ups, sit ups, etc.
4. Flexibility test: Sit and reach, shoulder
5. Range of Motion of all major joints: measuring degrees of ROM, Required to know when working with certain disabilities.
5. Motor Skill tests for by youth and older adult clients.
1. Resting heart rate.
2. Body Composition (skinfolds, biolectrical impedance, waist-hip ratio, or BMI. I only usually do BMI for kids as it is a required as PE teacher.
3. Muscular Endurance test: push ups, sit ups, etc.
4. Flexibility test: Sit and reach, shoulder
5. Range of Motion of all major joints: measuring degrees of ROM, Required to know when working with certain disabilities.
5. Motor Skill tests for by youth and older adult clients.
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It depends on client goals. As a general rule, I take:
-Resting HR
-Blood Pressure
-Waist to Hip Ratio
-Body Composition via Omron (bioelectrical impedance)
-Leg Press (Lower body strength)
-Pushups (upper body strength)
-Plank (core)
I also assess posture and shoulder/neck flexibility.
For functionality, I have clients perform specific exercises (squats, hip circles, pushups, plank) to look for muscular imbalances. I'm looking at pushups and plank not just for upper/core strength, but also to see where their hips and shoulders are, for example. Is there internal rotation of the shoulders (very common in the corporate world from long hours in front of the computer)? I make my recommendations as a trainer based on what I find, and what the client's goals are.
-Resting HR
-Blood Pressure
-Waist to Hip Ratio
-Body Composition via Omron (bioelectrical impedance)
-Leg Press (Lower body strength)
-Pushups (upper body strength)
-Plank (core)
I also assess posture and shoulder/neck flexibility.
For functionality, I have clients perform specific exercises (squats, hip circles, pushups, plank) to look for muscular imbalances. I'm looking at pushups and plank not just for upper/core strength, but also to see where their hips and shoulders are, for example. Is there internal rotation of the shoulders (very common in the corporate world from long hours in front of the computer)? I make my recommendations as a trainer based on what I find, and what the client's goals are.
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Baseline measurements really depend on what's most important to the client.
Do THEY really need to know VO2max, lactate threshold, HR response/recovery or even body comp - when all they're really interested in is how they LOOK?
If appearance is what's most important, use progress photos.
If there are particular performance markers that "make or break" success in the client's mind, measure those.
As trainers, it's easy for us to get caught up in all the "fun" measurements. Don't take it personal, but clients don't really care if WE are having a good time. They're paying for THEIR results.
Do THEY really need to know VO2max, lactate threshold, HR response/recovery or even body comp - when all they're really interested in is how they LOOK?
If appearance is what's most important, use progress photos.
If there are particular performance markers that "make or break" success in the client's mind, measure those.
As trainers, it's easy for us to get caught up in all the "fun" measurements. Don't take it personal, but clients don't really care if WE are having a good time. They're paying for THEIR results.
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I always observe range of motion/flexibility at specific joints such as the hips, spine, shoulders in various positions so to identify any motion limitations before adding resistance to the body. I use Muscle Activation Techniques as my assessment and it helps to pinpoint what muscles (you have 600) specifically need strengthening at individual joints, before incorporating larger multi-joint movements and exercises. I have great success with this method.
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First i do resting heart rate with the client since i feel that is a good way of baseline a client cardiovasular system. Then i have the client perform it for 3 days and provide me the results to get a baseline.
Second weight, height and tape measurements.
Third flexibility and Mobility and Balance various stretches, and upper and lower body movements, walking, squats, and lunges .
Fourth a mini work out to see the client level in various exercises, e.g. Pushups
Second weight, height and tape measurements.
Third flexibility and Mobility and Balance various stretches, and upper and lower body movements, walking, squats, and lunges .
Fourth a mini work out to see the client level in various exercises, e.g. Pushups
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1. Comp Analysis (BMI, BF%, Wt, Water %, Muscle Mass, Bone Wt, Metabolic Age)
2. Circumference Measurements
3. Muscular Strength
4. Muscular Endurance
5. Cardio Endurance
6. Flexibility
Clients receive the analysis pre and post PT commitment. If they are ongoing clients they receive them at milestone intervals.
2. Circumference Measurements
3. Muscular Strength
4. Muscular Endurance
5. Cardio Endurance
6. Flexibility
Clients receive the analysis pre and post PT commitment. If they are ongoing clients they receive them at milestone intervals.
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Depends on goals:
I always do BP, HR, circumference measurement and flexibility.
Depending on the goals: strength, endurance, balance and body competition.
I always do BP, HR, circumference measurement and flexibility.
Depending on the goals: strength, endurance, balance and body competition.
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It depends. If I'm working with a general fitness client I will conduct body fat, aerobic, and muscular endurance testing/assessment at a minimum. If I'm training an athlete I'm looking at slightly different components such as speed, quickness and power so the assessments will reflect those differences (e.g. testing might include vertical jump for power, hexagon testing for agility, and testing for quickness or reactions).
LaRue, MHA, JD, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
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LaRue, MHA, JD, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
lecfitness@yahoo.com
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RHR
BP measurement
Cardiorespiratory endurance
Muscular strength and endurance
Waist measurement
I believe these measurements are very telling than just the number on the scale.
BP measurement
Cardiorespiratory endurance
Muscular strength and endurance
Waist measurement
I believe these measurements are very telling than just the number on the scale.
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Movment screening
Mobility
passive and active Flexibility
Stability and symmetry of stabilizers
Balance
Strength
Endurance
Cardiovascular
body composition
measurements
body weight
My assessment is quite thorough and indepth, that is the only way to properly train a client based on his needs and goals.
Mobility
passive and active Flexibility
Stability and symmetry of stabilizers
Balance
Strength
Endurance
Cardiovascular
body composition
measurements
body weight
My assessment is quite thorough and indepth, that is the only way to properly train a client based on his needs and goals.
