How would you design a strength program for a volleyball athlete with scoliosis?

Strength TrainingAthletic Training
4 Answers | Asked by Tom Johnson 754 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 718 days ago
I have scoliosis. My spine is both twisted and curved. I do not baby myself at all. I work on unilateral movements and... read more

Are vegans less capable of doing physical labour than meat eaters?

Nutrition Exercise Physiology
11 Answers | Asked by George Stamoulis 749 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 718 days ago
Absolutely not! The bottom line is the quality of the food regardless of whether or not animal products are involved. read more

Fitpros: Is Monday your busiest or slowest day of the week?

5 Answers | Asked by MATTHEW FELDMAN 1072 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 1068 days ago
It is one of my busiest by choice. I try to lay low on Sunday and I have another business along with modeling so Monday... read more

Can an adult with bowed legs be treated with corrective exercise? Does she have to get surgery?

Corrective ExerciseProgram DesignFitness AssessmentInjuries
5 Answers | Asked by Kimber Williams 1441 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 1441 days ago
I would need to see this person to really make recommendations but I'd say start slowly and see how ROM is and how it pr... read more

Does anyone think there is any benefit to climbing a stepper machine backwards?

5 Answers | Asked by Tracie Renschen 1441 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 1441 days ago
Honestly, no. I do think it can be beneficial to walk backwards on a treadmill but on the stepper there can be a balanc... read more

Smart Fitness University Exam - A division of the National Council for Certified Personal Trainers

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3 Answers | Asked by Michael Saiz 3256 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 3251 days ago
I haven't heard of this. Anybody want to tell me what it is and what they think of it? read more

IMPROPER FORM OR TECHNIQUE

Personal TrainerPersonal TrainingPersonal Training: Skills/TechniquesTrainer- Client RelationshipAthletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) (AFAA)
16 Answers | Asked by Michael Saiz 3263 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 3251 days ago
Ugh.... Sometimes yes and sometimes no. To be honest it can depend on whether it is a man or a woman. Woman are usuall... read more

Do you GIVE gifts or ACCEPT gifts to and from your clients?

Personal TrainerPersonal TrainingBusiness: Personal TrainingBusiness Planning/StrategiesYogaPilatesIDEAAthletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) (AFAA)Marketing and SalesClub or Studio OwnerHealth ClubsMember retention
15 Answers | Asked by Michael Saiz 3258 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 3251 days ago
I do give and receive gifts from clients. Some have become friends and you want to recognize holidays or personal miles... read more

AeroShot: Caffeine Inhaler

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9 Answers | Asked by Michael Saiz 3266 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 3265 days ago
Hmmmm, maybe the FDA should get involved. Like stated by Karin, caffeine being inhaled may not be such a good idea. Wh... read more

Work Out Gloves...Useful or Hindrance?

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22 Answers | Asked by Michael Saiz 3281 days ago
Answered by Courtney Ross CFMP, CPT 3265 days ago
I sometimes use them to help with gripping a bar or a weight. A few at the gym are so rough they are brutal on my hands... read more
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