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Susan D'Alonzo

Pinole, CA 94564
www.SueDFit.com
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Questions Answered by Susan

Is an ACSM Health Fitness Instructor certification still seen as a gold standard in the industry?

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)CertificationsNational Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
11 Answers | Asked by Jennifer Osuna 742 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
I believe that all of the scientific research comes out of ASCM?

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Which educational institution/program is the most recognized when starting to become a certified health and fitness instructor?

CertificationsCareer American Council on Exercise (ACE)American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)Resistance Training Specialist Programs (RTS)
12 Answers | Asked by Jennifer Wald 681 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
I would suggest ASCM, all of the research for the industry comes from this organization. However, ACE is also extr... read more

Naming my fitness studio can I use a name already taken in the state but not near me?

Legal IssuesClub or Studio OwnerBusiness
8 Answers | Asked by Alisa Mallinger 632 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
You have to check the laws of your County, I had to file a fictitious business name that nobody else had. F... read more

How are you setting examples for your clients or students?

ClientsMotivation
7 Answers | Asked by jill lawson 706 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
By being the best I can be

By living what I preach

By doing not just talking read more

How do you show appreciation for your students/members/clients?

Positive PsychologyMember adheranceGratitudeMember retention
13 Answers | Asked by Elaine Tarantin O'Brien, MAPP 742 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
I send them referrels if I can. I always thank them after each session I think it can get stra... read more

What are the obstacles to having pole fitness classes in health clubs?

ClassesHealth ClubsStudiosGyms
6 Answers | Asked by Rebekah Hennes 705 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
Room for them? Do they go with the feel of the gym? Are they utillized enough? Fitness p... read more

What kind of fitness experience are people looking for?

FitnessPersonal TrainingCore Training
8 Answers | Asked by Brenda Lewis 630 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
Experience in many fields of fitness will render you more clientele either as personal training clients or group ... read more

How does one become a group fitness instructor and what kind of cost is involved? I do not have any training.

Group FitnessFitness InstructorCareer
12 Answers | Asked by Shannon McFedries 636 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
Get your certification and check out workshops. Go to IDEA conferences and conventions. Fine T... read more

Who is interested in a physical and mental challenge to a fun and fit Boot Camp?

Boot Camp ExercisesFitnessFitness InstructorWorkout Program
3 Answers | Asked by Dara Smith 603 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
You may want to post this on your personal connect fit page, facebook?
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Fit Pros who work with over-stressed females

Stress/Stress ManagementPersonal TrainingWomen/Women's Health IssuesWomen's Fitness
10 Answers | Asked by Ryan Halvorson 497 days ago
Answered by Susan D'Alonzo 463 days ago
Aren't most of us over stressed? Just females? When I get a "frantic female" I have her stand still, pick o... read more
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    Susan's Success Stories

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    Susan's Answers

    How many rest days should i have a week

    If you're getting the results you want and aren't having any over training symptoms and can keep up with this schedule t... read more

    Will I get fit continuing this? Or what should I change?

    It would be great if you could hire a health coach or personal trainer that could assess you and go over everything in d... read more

    Why are bodybuilders and powerlifters outcasted in the fitness community?

    I guess this could be said about any group, not just in the fitness world Everyone has their own way of doing thin... read more

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    Susan's Recent Blog Posts

    It's like pealing a fava bean

    posted on May 6, 2013

    What's there to eat?

    posted on April 28, 2013

    Speed Eating

    posted on February 28, 2013
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