JoeCannon

Morton, PA

My philosophy of training is that what one does over the long haul is more important than what is achieved on any given day. I believe in educating people about their bodies, how they can change and empowering with the knowledge that "they can do this", that fitness and wellness need not be complicated to be effective. I am not a drill sergeant. Quite the opposites. I’m easy going in my approach, giving people what they need, when they need it and not before they are ready.

It seems to me that people try to do too much too soon. This sometimes results in injuries, setbacks as well as giving up on exercise and a healthy lifestyle altogether. Unfortunately, we live in an era where instant results are expected. Change comes gradually, but it does come. For example, it may take a year before bones are noticeably stronger from proper exercise. In the grand scheme of things what’s really important is not instant change but how we change on the inside.

I hold an MS in exercise science and a BS in chemistry/biology. I hold both NSCA certifications. I also certify personal trainers (i.e. I train the trainers) through many seminars I give during the year. I’ve worked with hundreds of people, many with issues ranging from diabetes and hypertension to developmental disabilities. I have written 2 book so far(nutrition and vitamins/herbs). I was the director of wellness at a hospital-based health club and have written for various magazines.