How does knowing the current fitness level of a client assist in developing exercise programs

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troy May 28, 2013 0 Comments

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It gives you a starting point as well as gives you an idea of how hard you can push them. It is important to let them know it is just a starting point and it will show improvement.

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Hey Troy, I agree with everybody else. I’ll only add that, being an older dude that has experienced age/occupational wear and tear, I find those initial fitness assessments to be monumental in determining unknown existing or potential issues that will dictate routine development; especially with older and active clients.

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As well as the need for baseline measurements, it also helps you to set the intensity correctly to begin with, decreasing the clients chance of getting hurt or discouraged that they can not accomplish what you’re asking them to.

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Hello Troy Lebehen,

It also keeps the client from getting bored if the workout is too easy. The client will see better and quicker results when they know where to start. It also prevents injury from starting out too strong.
Take care,
Natalie.

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Hi Troy. In my opinion it’s important for several reasons, but one of the most important is for ‘safe progression.’ Exercise programming is all about PROGRESSION. Without it, the client plateaus and makes no real progress. In order to plan a progressive exercise plan or program, you MUST know where your client”s current or existing level is. It’s that simple.

LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com

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