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  • I agree with Simmo0508 that it could be the traps...

    I agree with Simmo0508 that it could be the traps on the left side. It could also be something to do with the serratus anterior (which protracts the shoulders) [this is the muscle in front of your...
  • So we are both going to sit down with a...

    So we are both going to sit down with a nutritionist and discuss what would be best for her diet wise. Hopefully this will happen some time next week.

    any other advise in the meantime for ways to...
  • this is quite possibly an indicator of a tight...

    this is quite possibly an indicator of a tight left piriformis and also a tight adductor on your right leg. Try doing a piriformis stretch and see if the left side is worse. Try an adductor stretch...
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    very true. I notice this a lot with many of the...

    very true. I notice this a lot with many of the applicants at our gym. I am a trainer in Santa Barbara also...
  • Poll: I have a client who was in a serious car...

    I have a client who was in a serious car accident, and is going through a lawsuit. In the meantime all of her personal training is being paid for by the defendant's insurance company. Of course the...
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    One client who I trained for about a year began...

    One client who I trained for about a year began having never set foot in the gym. She got in excellent shape, and was eventually able to do a few pullups (she couldn't even do a pushup to start)...
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    you don't have to be a great salesperson, but you...

    you don't have to be a great salesperson, but you will have a helluvalot more business at first (eventually you will not have to sell as it will all be referrals). It can be difficult to convey...
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    how is he in terms of flexibility? have you done...

    how is he in terms of flexibility? have you done any assesments for deviations (i.e. overhead squat assesment), often tightness of the calves, hips, etc. can make it very difficult to control such a...
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    I currently take part in the hiring process at my...

    I currently take part in the hiring process at my gym (training to be a manager) here are a few important qualities they will look for in you:

    Passion for fitness (in yourself and others). The...
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    you can be successful, but it will take many...

    you can be successful, but it will take many years of experience. I sugest begin woking at a gym where you are given clients and can get experience. once you have established yourself take that...
  • okay. i think the junk food thing has run its...

    okay. i think the junk food thing has run its course and ius getting off subject. any other opinions on ways to get my client out of this rut?

    the general advice i have seen so far that differs...
  • 40% carb 35% protein 25% fat Lasharm you are...

    40% carb 35% protein 25% fat

    Lasharm you are very much correct. This is something I will be looking into.

    first of all. thanks for the responses guys.

    I did try bringing her up to just...
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    I have trained a client who not only couldn't do...

    I have trained a client who not only couldn't do a standard squat but could not even slow down the eccentric of a bodyweight squat over 2 seconds. For these sorts of people start of simpler. Build...
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    I am actually a trainer working for 24. The pay...

    I am actually a trainer working for 24. The pay isn't bad (though below industry standard). I would say after two years on the job you can be earning $30/hr. I am also a student and only train about...
  • Help with client's stubborn plateau (detailed)

    I have a client who has been with me for about 10 months who I will call Gina.

    Gina's profile:
    (prior to training)
    44 yrs old mother of 3
    alcohol 1x a week, no smoking
    276lbs (at about 5'6)...
  • what kind of jobs have you been looking at in the...

    what kind of jobs have you been looking at in the field? I am still trying to figure out exactly which emphasis in kenis i want. I have been thinking about biomechanics... but i am worried that it is...
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  • Most respectable schools for undergrad in the field

    Which schools would you guys sugest are the most respectable for a degree in kineseology in regards to a resume? I have been comparing a few lately, but it is very difficult to compare a school that...
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    thanks for the advice Meg. I will try this. And...

    thanks for the advice Meg. I will try this. And thank you to others, I have been in comminication with the physical therapist and he thought it unlikely that she would be able to do any chest...
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    Help with a client of mine (shoulder issues)

    I am currently training a female client with fairly harsh injuries (and possibley arthritis) affecting the supraspinatus and subacromial. Her shoulder joint on the right side is also fused and...
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