There is no magic bullet when it comes to developing good study habits. Not everyone learns the same way. So, not everyone will study the same way. Some people need absolute silence to review textbooks, lecture notes, and handouts to prepare for an exam. Others study better in a group bouncing ideas off one another.…
1. Ensure the training company or tutor uses awarding bodies such as AIQ, CYQ or City and Guilds. This means you will get a genuine qualification which is aligned to the REPS register and Skills Active. 2. Does the tutor actively work in the fitness industry still? If they don’t how can they tell you…
1. Racing through qualifications As the tortoise said to the hare, it’s not a race! The majority of trainees who undertake modules spaced apart and actually apply their newly acquired knowledge in between courses generally do better and last longer in the industry. 2. The big pretender Never pretend to know something you don’t! Especially…
Being a personal trainer is the perfect antidote to a corporate desk job. No office,no deadlines and the opportunity to help people help themselves. But what does it take and what should you consider before re-training? 1. What do I need? A keen interest in heath and fitness Good people skills Knowledge of how the…
If I stop working out will all my muscle turn into fat? How do I turn my fat into muscle? These are just a few of the questions I get on a regular basis from clients looking to build muscle, decrease body fat, and/or loose weight. An end needs to be put to this myth…
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Did you know that many pregnant women experience pain in the back and pelvic region due to the release of relaxin and it’s effects on loosening ligaments, which creates joint instability.
This effects all joints in the body and continues to be released when breastfeeding too.
It can take upto 5 months for ligaments to return to their original position and stabilise joints, post delivery.
This all has significant implications on physical activity and if you are or want to work with your pregnant client safely you should have a relevant pre and post natal qualification
Do play it safe and always work with clients that you are qualified to help so if you are unsure if your current qualification covers you to teach the pre and post natal client get in touch and we will be happy to have a chat about it
We do also have the Active IQ Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Post Natal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition qualification coming up online in April with Linda Salt-Berrymen
If this is something you are interested in doing so that you can safely work with this population group DM us, comment or go to our website for infoGroup Training will be back and we have another instructor training coming up soon with Claire Stone
I’m sure you all miss exercising as a group In real life and with the news of restrictions gradually looking to be lifted now is a good time to gain a qualification and help others feel good about their health & fitness
Get in touch to find out how you can get qualified to teach group exercise classes and develop a worthwhile fitness industry career#selfcaresunday
Self care also means self love
It can take some work and inner reflection but always try to be yourself and be happy in your own skin
So Is it time to consider your own and other peoples mental health..
Our Mental Health Awareness course will help you do just that.
The training is online with eLearning and eAssessment so do get in touch to find out more
Learn about and understand the effects of stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, phobias, Self harm and much more
Identify and understand the symptoms, know how to signpost those with mental ill health so they can get more qualified support
Learn to listen and signpost rather than try to fix or relate
Often people just want someone that’s hears them and listens
Having Self care skills will also help you to be able to help others
Understand yourself, understand others and be there for each other
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Should face-to-face training be delayed due to government guidelines then our training courses where possible will be taken online via Zoom or on a similar platform. Please see our Coronavirus Policy (on page 11 of our Terms and Conditions) for full details.
