General Member Information:
My Introduction:
What is your training style?
My training style revolves around safety and effectiveness, and I place a huge emphasis on record keeping. I remain completely respectful to all my clients - I don't bark orders or get in anyone's face, but everyone does get pushed to their limit. I am flexible in my approach, because one style doesn't fit everybody. All my clients are educated on program design, so they will feel comfortable creating workouts on their own in the future.
Why have you become a trainer?
I became interested in fitness while in high school, and started helping others get into shape while in the Marine Corps. After I was discharged, I returned to school for a degree in Exercise Physiology. I simply loved learning how the body worked. That was ten years ago, and I never could have imagined how rewarding a career it would turn out to be. I have remained a trainer because nothing makes me happier than helping someone make a positive change in their life.
What in your opinion is the biggest mistake people make while working out?
There are so many mistakes people can make while working out, but not selecting an appropriate resistance is one of the worst. Many people (mostly women) lift too light to stimulate the muscle, while others (mostly men) lift too heavy and sacrifice form. As a result, they either waste their time in the gym and see no changes in their body, or they wind up injuring themselves. Not including resistance training in a workout program can also be a huge mistake, depending on one's goals.
