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Simplifying the Rules to Programming for Special Populations
April 30, 2018
By reviewing this simplified process of obtaining a client’s health history and physician release, designing an exercise routine with modified exercises, and providing exercises for paid clients versus general members, NSCA-CPTs can be confident prescribing a routine for those who suffer from chronic or temporary health issues.
Personal trainers Client Consultation|Assessment special populations health issues personal training nsca-cpt
Developing an Educational Culture
April 1, 2016
Personal trainers and strength and conditioning coaches around the world are the frontline and display of any fitness facility. Common issues, such as sales techniques and member interaction/experience, can be qualities that are developed over time through employee education.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration fitness center nsca-cpt personal training
Essentials of Heart Rate Variability for Personal Trainers
October 31, 2015
Heart rate variability (HRV) testing is at the forefront of a wave of cutting-edge assessment tools that are becoming available to the personal trainer. In this session from the 2015 NSCA Personal Trainers Conference, Carmine Grieco provides an overview of the physiological background and dynamics of HRV, including the most current supportive evidence, with an emphasis on the practical application for personal trainers.
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Retain Your Clients by Providing a Great Experience
November 11, 2022
This article explains different ways personal trainers can successfully retain their clients through coaching, accountability, attentiveness, knowledge, and service.
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Becoming a Special Populations Personal Trainer
June 1, 2017
In this career series article, developing personal training skills to train special populations is discussed; it includes starting out as a novice through the expert level.
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Helping Motivate Clients—Applications of the Self-Determination Theory
March 1, 2014
This article provides practical suggestions that personal trainers can use to help their clients become and stay motivated to stick with their exercise routines.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment client motivation personal training technique
Five Strategies for Developing your Clients' Mindset for Success
August 18, 2025
This Personal Training Quarterly article shares ways that personal trainers can help clients develop a growth mindset for success in their physical fitness. Visit NSCA online to read more on health science and fitness news.
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A Sample Six-Week Exercise Program to Improve General Physical Preparedness for an Occupational Physical Assessment
April 1, 2017
This article provides a sample six-week, non-linear program for improving muscular strength, power, endurance, anaerobic capacity, and aerobic capacity. However, this is not a “one-size fits all” program, and manipulation of the program variables may be warranted for some individuals.
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Exam Preparation
The NSCA certification exams are based on the analysis of tasks needed to be competent in a specified job or role. The exams measure a candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) compared to a predetermined level of competence. It is not a test that recalls information from a textbook like a college course. Before you start preparing ensure you have chosen the right certification for you.
Programming for Special Populations – A Practical Case Study
February 12, 2021
This article reviews the recommended exercise prescription the author uses when training special populations.
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