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The Return of Small Group Training
Small-group training is experiencing renewed momentum as clients seek a balance between individualized attention and social connection. Semi-private formats offer coaching visibility and personalization without the cost or isolation of…
Obstacle Courses – Historical Roots to Contemporary Times
In the quest for fresh new exercise programs, fitness professionals and personal trainers are rediscovering the benefits of obstacle courses, an exercise workout with deep roots in fitness history. Indeed,…
The Science and Resurgence of Metabolic Training
Metabolic training is enjoying a notable comeback in fitness culture, driven by a blend of evidence-based benefits, consumer demand for efficient workouts, and the evolution of fitness technology. Described by…
Fitness Genetics Impact Exercise Outcomes
If your clients train together but have different outcomes, part of the reason for this may be fitness genetics.
Small Group Training Remains #1 Income Earner
The landscape of the fitness industry looks different these days. Fitness enthusiasts and newcomers alike are approaching the gym with a different perspective. Large gyms with big groups are not as appealing, nor is the price tag of a personal trainer. Small group training (SGT) via boutique studios, private trainers, or online platforms is the preferred activity of fitness participants, especially for personalized instruction. SGT also remains the number one profit center in clubs. If you are stuck in a rut of instructing one-on-one training or group classes (online or in-person), now is the time to enter the “Sweet Spot” of SGT, increase your offerings, and begin earning your worth.
How To Create a Workout Community
As we return to the group exercise studio, it’s good to remember how a workout community not only brings us together, but helps us thrive.
Sample Class: It Takes Two
Sample Class: It Takes Two
Pair up participants for a great cardio workout.
By Jennifer Renfroe
If you’re looking for a new way to add interest to your cardio classes, double the fun with partner drills. In this intense interval workout, drills consist of a 1-minute work effort, a 30-second recovery, and then a second 1-minute work effort. However, there’s a twist: The recovery isn’t a true recovery. Instead, you use the 30 seconds to do a quick series of “sculpting” moves designed to bring down the intensity while strengthening the body.
