Question asked by Ryan Rogers 158 days ago
What is an exercise contract?
Have you ever heard of an exercise contract?
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Hi Ryan,
yes, I have used it from time to time. It is a 'contract' between the client and the trainer where the client makes a 'pledge' to hold up his end of the bargain and 'do as told' so that those lofty goals can actually turn into reality. The trainer in turn pledges to give advice to the best of his abilities.
It works very well for some people and truly helps them achieve their goals. It helps the trainer with those who just 'talk the talk' but not 'walk the walk' and then try to blame everybody outside of themselves if things are not going as they want.
Karin Singleton
www.meltnc.com
yes, I have used it from time to time. It is a 'contract' between the client and the trainer where the client makes a 'pledge' to hold up his end of the bargain and 'do as told' so that those lofty goals can actually turn into reality. The trainer in turn pledges to give advice to the best of his abilities.
It works very well for some people and truly helps them achieve their goals. It helps the trainer with those who just 'talk the talk' but not 'walk the walk' and then try to blame everybody outside of themselves if things are not going as they want.
Karin Singleton
www.meltnc.com

Karin,
I really like how you phrased this statement. I had never really thought about using one but think I may start now.
Thanks!
I really like how you phrased this statement. I had never really thought about using one but think I may start now.
Thanks!
Comment by Thea Ward 155 days ago
You are welcome :-)
Comment by Karin Singleton 155 days ago
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Hello Ryan,
Yes, we use a Personal Training contract which is similar to our Membership Contract. Simply...where one agrees to purchase a specific amount of PT sessions in a set time period.
I Hope This Helps,
Michael
Yes, we use a Personal Training contract which is similar to our Membership Contract. Simply...where one agrees to purchase a specific amount of PT sessions in a set time period.
I Hope This Helps,
Michael
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Sure, it's a document drawn up by either or both parties that outlines exercise goals and or whatever health goals the client is attempting to change.
Both parties sign it and review it as deemed necessary
It's a great accountability tool
Both parties sign it and review it as deemed necessary
It's a great accountability tool
Answered by Harris Sophocleous
157 days ago
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Hi Ryan,
I use one as well for all of the above reasons.
Best,
Harris
I use one as well for all of the above reasons.
Best,
Harris
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I use it as a responsibility check w/new clients. I get them to capture the emotion of the moment and pen it to paper. Now all I have to do is do what I do effectively, if/when I see less than respectable effort on their part I elude to their "contracted promise to themself" to effect the certain changes listed.
It is a must in guarantee programs Can be simple or as complex as u like it.
I am not a magician, The best laid plans are toppled from inside
It is a must in guarantee programs Can be simple or as complex as u like it.
I am not a magician, The best laid plans are toppled from inside
Answered by Danielle Vindez
152 days ago
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Hi Ryan,
It may, in brief, define the client expectations and the trainer expectations. This helps prevent conflicts of interests later on.
Danielle
It may, in brief, define the client expectations and the trainer expectations. This helps prevent conflicts of interests later on.
Danielle
Answered by Joanne Duncan-Carnesciali
145 days ago
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According to the American Council on Exercise Personal Trainer Manual, "some personal trainers use behavior contracts with their clients to help them make a commitment to behavior change. Contracts typically spell out the behavior the client is expected to perform and a reward that will be given to the client upon successful achievement."
Hope this is of help to you.
Hope this is of help to you.
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