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Do you reprimand your clients when they chew gum while they exercise?

WorkoutPersonal Training
18 Answers | Asked by Debbie Russell 2993 days ago
Answered by Spencer Aiken 2513 days ago
I chew gum nearly every workout. Never been a problem. read more

where could I get training to be a personal trainer or exercise coach inNorth Dakota

Career Personal TrainingCertifications
11 Answers | Asked by Cari Kramer 2519 days ago
Answered by Spencer Aiken 2513 days ago
if you are looking for hands on or actual instruction versus self study then I offer online tutorial via video conferenc... read more

CrossFit: What is your opinion on it?

CrossFit
14 Answers | Asked by Kisar Dhillon 2850 days ago
Answered by Spencer Aiken 2513 days ago
Crossfit can potentially be a great workout. However the protocols are HITT so crossfit is not a "workout" It is a com... read more

Why can Crossfit give out nutritional advice and diets plans?

CrossFitNutrition Personal Training: Ethics/Scope of Practice
8 Answers | Asked by Sue D'Alonzo 2513 days ago
Answered by Spencer Aiken 2513 days ago
When you make up your own rules you can do what you want. read more

What Type Of Exercise Do You Use To Help Older Adults Prevent Falls?

Older AdultsSpecial PopulationsInjury Prevention
24 Answers | Asked by Sandy Todd Webster 3100 days ago
Answered by Spencer Aiken 2513 days ago
Elderly falls are a result of lack of eccentric strength to prevent that fall when they lose their balance. Therefore t... read more

I very much think our profession needs a professional license. Why do you/don't you agree?

Personal TrainingBusiness: Personal TrainingCertificationsCareer
41 Answers | Asked by Ashley Varol 3086 days ago
Answered by Spencer Aiken 2513 days ago
The problem with this is how do you structure and establish competency. passing a driver's test is suppose to prove com... read more

With so few people wanting to compete as bodybuilders why do so many people train like them?

Bodybuilding
24 Answers | Asked by Spencer Aiken 2976 days ago
Answered by Spencer Aiken 2783 days ago
All kinds of training are appropriate as long as they appropriate for the goal of the client and/or group and appropriat... read more