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Jocelyn,
Like Shawn I also use SquareUp.com. It is expensive for large purchases, but okay for smaller ones 3% is 3% but when you compare a $100.00 purchase to a $1000.00 purchase, it does not make sense for the larger ones. Still, it is an option and as it grows it may decrease its rates.
I use Microsoft Office for almost everything, but I use the whole suite including Powerpoint, Visio, Access, Project, and Publisher in addition to Word and Excel. I also use Outlook and its Business Contact Management add-on. Eventually, I will design an Access database that does what I need, but I am hoping someone else will do that for me!
I recommend that you search the web and test out trial versions. Here are a couple that I have tried to start you on your way:
http://www.bioexsystems.com/
http://www.exercise-explorer.com/
Philip Carpenter Lee
LightSpeed Fitness, Inc.
Like Shawn I also use SquareUp.com. It is expensive for large purchases, but okay for smaller ones 3% is 3% but when you compare a $100.00 purchase to a $1000.00 purchase, it does not make sense for the larger ones. Still, it is an option and as it grows it may decrease its rates.
I use Microsoft Office for almost everything, but I use the whole suite including Powerpoint, Visio, Access, Project, and Publisher in addition to Word and Excel. I also use Outlook and its Business Contact Management add-on. Eventually, I will design an Access database that does what I need, but I am hoping someone else will do that for me!
I recommend that you search the web and test out trial versions. Here are a couple that I have tried to start you on your way:
http://www.bioexsystems.com/
http://www.exercise-explorer.com/
Philip Carpenter Lee
LightSpeed Fitness, Inc.
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Hi Jocelyn,
The answers to these past questions might help.
http://www.ideafit.com/answers/is-there-a-fitness-app-out-there-for-eith...
http://www.ideafit.com/answers/do-you-recommend-any-fitness-iphone-apps-...
http://www.ideafit.com/answers/what-is-your-favorite-application-on-the-...
The answers to these past questions might help.
http://www.ideafit.com/answers/is-there-a-fitness-app-out-there-for-eith...
http://www.ideafit.com/answers/do-you-recommend-any-fitness-iphone-apps-...
http://www.ideafit.com/answers/what-is-your-favorite-application-on-the-...
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I love the run keeper app and recommend it for personal use and to encourage your clients to use it if they do not want to invest in an expensive GPS tracker. You can see their progress for any cardio homework given including time, pace, and distance. It's great for all levels of walkers and runners! Best part is its on your phone and you better be out walking/running with your phone for emergencies anyway and double bonus, its FREE!
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I sent an answer a moment ago but by the magic of computer technology I guess it didn't go through. I'm not really sure what you mean by "apps." It's mostly your common sense that will dictate how you log and track your clients.
First and foremost get a complete workout history and a clear delineation of your client's goals. It's for him/her, not for you.
Then track with a log in time, time and specifics of each workout, time out.
I find that it always helps to have clients keep a very accurate and detailed 3-day dietary log. That way you can make suggestions for subtle changes that can make a big difference. Time of day, total calorie intake, nutrient distribution and so forth. Don't forget to mention the importance of adequate hydration as a part of a nutrition and exercise lifestyle.
Calories in compared with calories out is the key to energy balance if weight loss is one of your client's goals.
Take care, Daniel
First and foremost get a complete workout history and a clear delineation of your client's goals. It's for him/her, not for you.
Then track with a log in time, time and specifics of each workout, time out.
I find that it always helps to have clients keep a very accurate and detailed 3-day dietary log. That way you can make suggestions for subtle changes that can make a big difference. Time of day, total calorie intake, nutrient distribution and so forth. Don't forget to mention the importance of adequate hydration as a part of a nutrition and exercise lifestyle.
Calories in compared with calories out is the key to energy balance if weight loss is one of your client's goals.
Take care, Daniel
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I recommend myfitnesspal.com for nutrient tracking. It allows the client to just scan barcodes to input food...super easy.
I have recently been looking at fitview (iphone app) for tracking workouts and scheduling..haven't played with it too much yet but it looks promising.
I also just signed up for square on my iphone to read credit cards...its free for the app and free for the card reader and they only charge you 2.9% per use.
There is nothing wrong with using technology to help with your business. It is ridiculous not to.
I have recently been looking at fitview (iphone app) for tracking workouts and scheduling..haven't played with it too much yet but it looks promising.
I also just signed up for square on my iphone to read credit cards...its free for the app and free for the card reader and they only charge you 2.9% per use.
There is nothing wrong with using technology to help with your business. It is ridiculous not to.
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The only 'app' on my iPhone that I would hate to do without is the Google Calendar because it syncs between my iPhone and computer regardless where I enter data.
Else, I pretty much rely on the Microsoft Office suite of applications with Word and Publisher being used the most.
Else, I pretty much rely on the Microsoft Office suite of applications with Word and Publisher being used the most.
