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Do you reprimand your clients when they chew gum while they exercise?
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Asked by
Debbie Russell
2747 days ago
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Spencer Aiken
2267 days ago
I chew gum nearly every workout. Never been a problem.
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where could I get training to be a personal trainer or exercise coach inNorth Dakota
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Asked by Cari Kramer
2274 days ago
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Spencer Aiken
2267 days ago
if you are looking for hands on or actual instruction versus self study then I offer online tutorial via video conferenc
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CrossFit: What is your opinion on it?
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Kisar Dhillon
2605 days ago
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Spencer Aiken
2267 days ago
Crossfit can potentially be a great workout. However the protocols are HITT so crossfit is not a "workout" It is a com
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Why can Crossfit give out nutritional advice and diets plans?
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Personal Training: Ethics/Scope of Practice
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Sue D'Alonzo
2267 days ago
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Spencer Aiken
2267 days ago
When you make up your own rules you can do what you want.
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What Type Of Exercise Do You Use To Help Older Adults Prevent Falls?
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Sandy Todd Webster
2854 days ago
Answered by
Spencer Aiken
2267 days ago
Elderly falls are a result of lack of eccentric strength to prevent that fall when they lose their balance. Therefore t
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I very much think our profession needs a professional license. Why do you/don't you agree?
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Business: Personal Training
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Ashley Varol
2840 days ago
Answered by
Spencer Aiken
2267 days ago
The problem with this is how do you structure and establish competency. passing a driver's test is suppose to prove com
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With so few people wanting to compete as bodybuilders why do so many people train like them?
Bodybuilding
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Spencer Aiken
2730 days ago
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Spencer Aiken
2537 days ago
All kinds of training are appropriate as long as they appropriate for the goal of the client and/or group and appropriat
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