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Mary Bratcher

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Mary Bratcher (MA, DipLC) is a Wellness Coach with nearly 20 years of counseling experience. She incorporates concepts from psychology and life coaching to help people develop better strategies for dealing with life's demands. She uses a practical, solution-based approach to life that helps people i... moreMary Bratcher (MA, DipLC) is a Wellness Coach with nearly 20 years of counseling experience. She incorporates concepts from psychology and life coaching to help people develop better strategies for dealing with life's demands. She uses a practical, solution-based approach to life that helps people identify, approach, and resolve problematic issues. Mary has worked as a life coach in many countries including North America, England, and New Zealand. She specializes in small business development and resolution of psychological factors that contribute to musculoskeletal pain. Mary is a published author, professional speaker, media consultant, and faculty member for the American Council on Exercise. She is also an Associate Director of Content for PTontheNET and a member of the PTA Global Board of Directors. Mary has developed numerous continuing education courses for fitness professionals and is the co-creator of The BioMechanics Method™ educational program which provides exercise solutions for chronic pain (www.thebiomechanicsmethod.com). She is also the co-owner of The BioMechanics, a San Diego-based facility that specializes in helping people alleviate muscle and joint pain.
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Club or Studio Owner, Wellness/Lifestyle Coach
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Specialties: Lifestyle Coaching, Stress Management, Wellness Coaching
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The BioMechanics
Company Location
3969 4th Ave, Suite 304 , San Diego 92103
Website
www.thebiomechanicsmethod.com
Certifications/Trainings
TBMM - The BioMechanics Method - Level One Corrective Exercise Specialist
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CPR Certified
AED Certified
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Fitness & Wellness Insurance Agency
Mary Bratcher's Articles

How to Develop Your Own Educational DVD

By Mary Bratcher, MA, Justin Price, MA
Many fitness professionals entertain the idea of developing their own DVD programs. You may have many amazing talents to share, so what better way to promote them than on came...

Stay Motivated and Avoid Career Burnout

By Mary Bratcher, MA
This article provides fitness professionals with practical ways to approach common business obstacles using a coaching strategy called “gap analysis.” A gap analys...

Forge a Successful Fitness Career with Internships

By Mary Bratcher, MA
Are you thinking about a career in fitness or looking to advance your position in the health and fitness industry? The outlook for personal trainers, fitness professionals...

Create Your Own Fitness DVD

By Justin Price, MA, Mary Bratcher, MA
Creating a fitness DVD is a great way to generate additional income. However, making a DVD is also a time-consuming venture that requires a lot of planning. Step 1: Prepar...
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Mary Bratcher's Educational Videos
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Universal Secrets to Client Retention

By Mary Bratcher, MA
Everyone knows that it is far more difficult to attract a new client than to keep a current one. Yet, client retention problems are consistently one of the greatest challenges...
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Mary Bratcher's Products Available in the IDEA Store
Cashing in on Corrective Exercise (DVD)
by Mary Bratcher, MA, Justin Price, MA
Price: $34.95
Member Price: $24.95 (Save $10.00)
Life Happens—With or Without You! (DVD)
by Mary Bratcher, MA
Price: $44.95 $15.73
Member Price: $34.95 $12.23
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Mary Bratcher's Upcoming Sessions

123: Cashing in on Corrective Exercise

Presented By Mary Bratcher, MA, Justin Price, MA
2012 IDEA Personal Trainer Institute™
Special time: 12:20–1:20pm. Current industry trend reports indicate that trainers who are proficient in the area of corrective exercise are in greater demand than ever b...

209: The New Face of Business: Women

Presented By Nicki Anderson, Mary Bratcher, MA
2012 IDEA Personal Trainer Institute™
Women are taking the fitness industry by storm—not as exercisers, but as business owners. This expanding segment of the business sector is driving the trends, ideas, spe...
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