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    My experience on having both is: ISSA's textbook...

    My experience on having both is: ISSA's textbook and workbook are easier to digest than the NASM text book. ISSA's book is more of a guide where NASM's text is kind of like a college textbook. It...
  • Sounds like you want to be a nutritionist....

    Sounds like you want to be a nutritionist. In-home fitness training has challenges, and it depends on what you want to do. If you just want to focus on lifestyles and nutrition habits, be a...
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    Pros: 1. you get to apply what you learned in...

    Pros:
    1. you get to apply what you learned in personal training with diverse clientele.
    2. Commission gives opportunity to earn a decent living if you are good with sales.
    3. All the equipment...
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    OPT model recommends stabilization to all...

    OPT model recommends stabilization to all beginners. Most chain gyms hire NASM trainers. Most NASM trainers will start their "beginner" clients on stabilization training.
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    If it is TFL, it is usually caused by how the...

    If it is TFL, it is usually caused by how the feet pronate when they touch the ground. Use a tennis ball or soft foam roller to help with the discomfort. Increase the firmness as the client...
  • I liked it(literally). I would advise you to...

    I liked it(literally). I would advise you to improve the production quality, but everything else is good. Helps to show the difference between exercise and training.
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    As long as you know what "better" is, and can...

    As long as you know what "better" is, and can explain what it means to your trainer, then sure why not? Personal trainers know the most effective ways to get your body to adapt.
  • Depends on where you want to work, and what type...

    Depends on where you want to work, and what type of clients you want to work with. There are certain types of clients at gyms, and there are some home clients that will never go to the gym, or...
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    Know the OPT model inside and out. Especially the...

    Know the OPT model inside and out. Especially the variables part. Most of the test will be based on it.
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    Best way to not cause an issue is to talk to gym...

    Best way to not cause an issue is to talk to gym management. The manager will get to learn what you did not like about the trainer and coach them about it. Also, the gym manager can help match a...
  • I can understand what you guys are going through....

    I can understand what you guys are going through. I don't have back issues, but I have had clients and relatives who have. Exercise can help with the quality of life parts even if it wont get rid of...
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    It does already. People try it on the app first,...

    It does already. People try it on the app first, get discouraged/injured, and then contact a personal trainer for real help. I am not against technology, personal training is more than just...
  • In the short time I trained people at a chain...

    In the short time I trained people at a chain gym, I learned that some people will never reach their fitness goals. A lot of that has nothing to do with you. In the case of dealing with eating...
  • Send them letters, but face to face meetings and...

    Send them letters, but face to face meetings and phone calls are also good options. Doctors are looking for reliable trainers to refer clients to. You might want to put together some information that...
  • A suit coat might be too much, but a tie is not....

    A suit coat might be too much, but a tie is not. Dress pants, dress socks, dress shirt, and dress shoes should do. Hair and finger nails should be neat. Brush your teeth and shave if you can....
  • Dress like any other job interview. Usually some...

    Dress like any other job interview. Usually some sort of business casual. I'd also recommend it for when you do an initial client consultation(when you go independent).
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    Actually I answered the OP's question which was,...

    Actually I answered the OP's question which was, based on the quality of the material. I shared my experience and then you came in with your opinion(which you have rights to). Then you proceeded to...
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    I have been objective and stated fact after fact...

    I have been objective and stated fact after fact to answer the OP's question and put to shame you and your ignorance. All you have done is spew rhetoric and silliness. Toughness of the exam is a...
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    First, who are all these unqualified trainers you...

    First, who are all these unqualified trainers you are talking about? If it is commercial gym trainers, then you should target the big certs because, that is who the gym wants first(especially NASM....
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    If by "pass rate" you mean passing score, I...

    If by "pass rate" you mean passing score, I thought it was more along the lines of 80% for the multiple choice/TF. The essays and mock clients are worth more points total than the multiple choice T/F...
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