5 Keys to Opening Your Own Fitness Studio
So, you want to open your own fitness studio. You’re convinced it’s time to test the entrepreneurial waters. The lure of being your own boss, of doing it “your way,” and being “in charge” has […]
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Transitioning From Trainer To Fitness Business Owner- What You Should Know
By Rachel Cosgrove Personal trainers are some of the most passionate people I know. We love what we do, we want to help everyone we meet and we have the energy to move mountains. You’d […]
3 Healthy Summertime Treats
Attention NCCPT Personal Trainers. Don’t let yourself or your clients compromise your body goals for a sinful summer dessert. Instead, try these three healthy summertime treats! Mini Frozen Parfaits – ¼ cup crushed almonds 2 […]
It’s Time for You to Separate Your Work from Your Personal Life
Although building friendships with coworkers and clients isn’t a bad thing, having your work constantly affect your personal life or rob you of a personal life altogether can be a big issue. As an NCCPT […]
How to Get More Attention as a Trainer
As an NCCPT trainer, word of mouth and referrals are a huge part of the way you get your business. Social media marketing is another major contributing factor, but sometimes these elements alone are not […]
Overhand Pull-Up Pt. 2
This is part 2 of the overhand pull-up. This video looks at the insertion points for the latissimus dorsi and teres major, and how optimal end range of motion can be optimized. Please note a […]
Supported Squat Assessment Pt 2
This video analyzes an assisted squat with a wider stance and trunk angle according to the application. About the Author Tom Delong is the Director of Education for the National Council of Certified Personal Trainers […]
7 Tips for a Better Bench Press
by Tyler Valencia MS, CPT, PES & Tom Delong MA, RSCC*D, CSCS Objectives: Be able to explain the “7 points of contact” when preparing to bench press Describe the set-up for the bench press and […]
Supported Squat Assessment Pt 1
This video looks at the range of motion of a squat from a narrow stance, identifies the squaters ability to assume a below parallel squat and looks at trunk angle. About the Author Tom Delong […]
The Conventional Deadlift Pt. 1
This video is the first in a series involving the conventional deadlift. Coach Tom Delong goes over foot position, path of the bar, trunk angle and other cues to optimize each deadlift. About the […]