An IMPORTANT Question to ask Yourself...

I had the opportunity to present at the NSCA NC state clinic here in Charlotte, NC this past weekend. They had a record number in attendance and the event was jammed packed with strength coaches, therapists, and primarily personal trainers.

I gave a short 25 minute lecture and hurried quickly to the gym to finish up with some hands on movement progressions. On my way to the gym one of the attendees asked me what was important when meeting with an athlete/client for the first time.

My response was to ask yourself the following question after the first session is over:

"How much do I really know about my new athlete/client?"

Too many coaches and trainers are in way too much of a hurry to perform a few quick tests and then impart their training methods onto a new client solely to prove to them that they know what they are doing. (Their true intention is to say 'it is because of this workout that I am the best coach/trainer in all of XXXX).

However, taking the time to gather the answers to the question above in the beginning of your initial session will serve to establish a long lasting relationship!