FAQs
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Absolutely. Fitness information can literally change yearly based on new research. Keeping our certifications up to date and acquiring new ones in different formats, makes for a better training experience, with less injuries, more fun and creativity.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Be sure they are hiring certified trainers in the type of exercise they are promoting/offering. Including CPR. Be sure they are licensed and insured and require waiver forms to be signed. This shows they are more likely legitimate. They should offer a free class to allow the person to get a feel for the class and trainers before investing. Be aware of business repeatedly promoting on social coupon sites. It's a sign that they are having a hard time with their retention and thus quality programming/instruction. A trainer is not a doctor and usually not a licensed nutritionist. Be careful of trainers who try to offer more than they are qualified to do.
- What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
Too many trainers are doing things they aren't trained/certified in and/or experienced in. They hurt people, spread misinformation, teach improper use/form and taint people's motivation. Many trainers want to do what they think will amaze someone because it seems hard or fancy vs. what's effective and safe. It's THE most common thing I've seen over my years of training and it's irresponsible.