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Not sure what the next buzz word will be... Hopefully the buzz will be something intense, but with a well rounded and blended combination of strength, cardio, flexibility, and mind/body. Something with regard to more meaning, like functional movement patterns (not just "go hard or go home") Also, like Nancy, I've heard loaded movement training.
What I've seen, though, is growth in the baby boomer segment. They represent a large part of the fitness market that does not seem to be tapped into right now (at least where I am). Those that are somewhere in between bootcamp style programs and Silver Sneakers type programs. I'd love to see something take off in that area....
What I've seen, though, is growth in the baby boomer segment. They represent a large part of the fitness market that does not seem to be tapped into right now (at least where I am). Those that are somewhere in between bootcamp style programs and Silver Sneakers type programs. I'd love to see something take off in that area....
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I don't really follow the trends. Let other gyms rename classes and hype the latest "new" thing. I only offer solid proven programming. Tabata? People have been working with interval variations for over a century. Boot camp? The military hasn't been doing this since World War One? Cross Fit? Show me one exercise that is done in cross fit that was invented by cross fit. I am not saying there isn't anything good to come out of these programs. But for the most part they are just rehashes of previous programs.
I don't know if it is novel/new, but I am wondering how many fitness professionals start their clients off with base movements and lay the ground work for progressions. How many jump right in to finding the clients "rep ranges" without ever checking the client for improper movement patterns or imbalances. Our motto should be "do no harm". And to do that we need to set clients up to succeed with as little risk of injury as we can. I would love to start the trend of foundation movements being the base upon which all other exercise programs are built. I teach using this method with every one of my CEC courses. Check out my website at www.hawaiifitnessacademy.com .
I don't know if it is novel/new, but I am wondering how many fitness professionals start their clients off with base movements and lay the ground work for progressions. How many jump right in to finding the clients "rep ranges" without ever checking the client for improper movement patterns or imbalances. Our motto should be "do no harm". And to do that we need to set clients up to succeed with as little risk of injury as we can. I would love to start the trend of foundation movements being the base upon which all other exercise programs are built. I teach using this method with every one of my CEC courses. Check out my website at www.hawaiifitnessacademy.com .
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Some of the buzz phrases I'm seeing lately
"Results driven"
"Express"
"metcon" - this term hasn't worn out in my area yet
"Apocalyptica" - just kidding, but it's a big funny to me how some of the formats are naming themselves to sound more intense.
"Loaded movement training"
Where I see fitness growing is at the opposite end of the spectrum. Recovery, recuperation, restoration. Not that bootcamp will disappear from the face of the earth, but the number of independent yoga studios has quadrupled in the last decade. We can't continue to jack up people's bodies and nervous systems without giving them a chance to de-stress and recover.
"Results driven"
"Express"
"metcon" - this term hasn't worn out in my area yet
"Apocalyptica" - just kidding, but it's a big funny to me how some of the formats are naming themselves to sound more intense.
"Loaded movement training"
Where I see fitness growing is at the opposite end of the spectrum. Recovery, recuperation, restoration. Not that bootcamp will disappear from the face of the earth, but the number of independent yoga studios has quadrupled in the last decade. We can't continue to jack up people's bodies and nervous systems without giving them a chance to de-stress and recover.
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Good question! I do agree with you about the "bootcamp" definition. It's more of a PR concept than anything else. Bootcamp was actually originated in military for all of the obvious reasons and it's different from all of these fitness programs out there. I also agree with you that in our industry the term "bootcamp" is nothing more than a glorified term for group classes. My answer to your question is "I have no idea" on how to start referring to these classes with a term other than "bootcamp". I will have to do some thinking on this.
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I do think term "boot camp" has lost some of its resonance. It used to be if I wanted to do something intense that differed from my regular routine I would pick up almost any "boot camp" and get my butt kicked. Now more often than not I have found that ones I have attended are just watered down entry level cross-fit classes.
Also, some buzz words like "metcon" (metabolic conditioning)have been used in certain circles for years and it just depends on if you ran/specialized in those circles.
Also, some buzz words like "metcon" (metabolic conditioning)have been used in certain circles for years and it just depends on if you ran/specialized in those circles.
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I like Christine Hales commentary tired of the go hard go home we do something that reflects the all around holistic work out.
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Hello Nolan Ferraro,
I believe that intense workouts are on their way out in the mainstream since the bulk of population is older adult. With that in mind, I see the less intense modalities using body weight and walking programs taking over. To round things out, adding mind body to the mix seems to work very well. Now, what do we call this? Getting back to basics, workout for the wise, active break time, who knows; it will be interesting to see.
Take care,
Natalie aka NAPS 2 B Fit.
I believe that intense workouts are on their way out in the mainstream since the bulk of population is older adult. With that in mind, I see the less intense modalities using body weight and walking programs taking over. To round things out, adding mind body to the mix seems to work very well. Now, what do we call this? Getting back to basics, workout for the wise, active break time, who knows; it will be interesting to see.
Take care,
Natalie aka NAPS 2 B Fit.
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Hi Nolan,
I suspect that the next revamp of those terms will have something with fascia in it. Ever since it has been recognized that fascia is of paramount importance in the human body, more is popping up which jumps on that bandwagon.
Karin Singleton
www.meltnc.com
I suspect that the next revamp of those terms will have something with fascia in it. Ever since it has been recognized that fascia is of paramount importance in the human body, more is popping up which jumps on that bandwagon.
Karin Singleton
www.meltnc.com
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I think that re naming is just continuing to fuel the "trends of fitness"
I think that until ALL trainers are CERTIFIED with an ACCREDITED Organization we will forever keep throwing terms out that generate business rather than teach well planned, thought out, intelligent workouts.
There's nothing wrong with using Bootcamp as long as it really is one!
I think that until ALL trainers are CERTIFIED with an ACCREDITED Organization we will forever keep throwing terms out that generate business rather than teach well planned, thought out, intelligent workouts.
There's nothing wrong with using Bootcamp as long as it really is one!
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I thought "Fit Camp" and "Strength Camp" were good ideas that I saw. Another one included "Mix"
Mobility
Conditioning
those are others... Love this thread as I was wondering the same thing the other day.
Mobility
Conditioning
those are others... Love this thread as I was wondering the same thing the other day.
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My idea, I'm thinking levels of training with real names for each level.
Foundation = starting and building a base to prevent injury
Bump it up = have a strong foundation and ready for a bit more
Interval training = now really ready to push
Goal/event training = for people who are training for specific events
this can even be specific training.
When I first started bootcamps in the 90's I used the name because it was similar to military bootcamp vs. the latest tag line.
I agree with those of you who prefer avoiding names that become cliché. I'm here to make a difference and be real, vs following a trend. With my degree I gained A LOT of options for training what the people need. If someone asks to train using one of the trend workout names, I can educate them on the basis of that trend name and what the education term is. They can call it what they want.
For some people using those terms makes them feel good, in the know... I'll use the term interval training vs. tabata, and metcon, what does the really mean? Metabolic conditioning has various forms. :/
Foundation = starting and building a base to prevent injury
Bump it up = have a strong foundation and ready for a bit more
Interval training = now really ready to push
Goal/event training = for people who are training for specific events
this can even be specific training.
When I first started bootcamps in the 90's I used the name because it was similar to military bootcamp vs. the latest tag line.
I agree with those of you who prefer avoiding names that become cliché. I'm here to make a difference and be real, vs following a trend. With my degree I gained A LOT of options for training what the people need. If someone asks to train using one of the trend workout names, I can educate them on the basis of that trend name and what the education term is. They can call it what they want.
For some people using those terms makes them feel good, in the know... I'll use the term interval training vs. tabata, and metcon, what does the really mean? Metabolic conditioning has various forms. :/
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Hi Nolan,
I'm not sure what the next biggest trend will be but I stumbled upon a method of training my clients & myself that has proven results. This method takes into account each persons individuality. Although we were crated alike, we are not the same. In other words, we are as different on the inside as we are on the outside. Each persons body is unique so when we can help our clients find their unique protocol between cardio exercise, strength training, healthy diet, recovery, & restoration they can then succeed for a lifetime.
For example, I do well on less cardio, more strength training, eating very clean and taking time to relax and restore my body from daily stress. However, this approach may not work for a client of mine. My client & I would need to do some sleuthing to find what combination works best for them to see the results they want to achieve.
I think the industry is too hyped up about creating the next biggest thing when we should be listening to our clients and providing them with the tools they need to succeed. We should focus on exercising smarter, not harder.
I'm not sure what the next biggest trend will be but I stumbled upon a method of training my clients & myself that has proven results. This method takes into account each persons individuality. Although we were crated alike, we are not the same. In other words, we are as different on the inside as we are on the outside. Each persons body is unique so when we can help our clients find their unique protocol between cardio exercise, strength training, healthy diet, recovery, & restoration they can then succeed for a lifetime.
For example, I do well on less cardio, more strength training, eating very clean and taking time to relax and restore my body from daily stress. However, this approach may not work for a client of mine. My client & I would need to do some sleuthing to find what combination works best for them to see the results they want to achieve.
I think the industry is too hyped up about creating the next biggest thing when we should be listening to our clients and providing them with the tools they need to succeed. We should focus on exercising smarter, not harder.
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Oh, let us not forget the words "transformative" and "transformational."
They are all over the place!
They are all over the place!
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What I'm hearing is...trendy names don't matter, people getting results matter. I'm new to fitness and I am currently working on my PT through ACE. I enjoyed reading this thread.
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Hi Nolan, I have been in the health and fitness industry for 15years as a passionate Personal Tariner, Yoga Teacher and Wellness Coach. Lots of fads come and go but at the end of the day I believe that being a useful trainer and wellness leader is about teaching clients to understand and take control of their own bodies.
I aim to help improve client mobility, create a positive and uplifting environment and teach functional movement patterns with emphasis on the importance of good technique vs high repetition.
There may be a time and place for the so called Bootcamp style training but I highly disagree with the bootcamp style training for the GEERAL public (which most groups target)
I so often see trainers giving large groups extreme exersises with high repetition and not even stopping to adjust horrendous technique.
However I too have been searching for a fresh new name for my early morning outdoor group training sessions.
With a group focused on Functional training, Cardiovascular Fitness, CrossFit, Mobility, Core, as well as meditation and Relaxation, what could we call these sessions to get people interested and coming along to benefit. ?????
Donwe keep it simple?
-group training
-movement training
-weight loss/movement sessions
-functional training
Or do we find something a bit catchier???
Me Camp
Wellness Warriors
I have no idea. Would also LOVE some feedback!!!!
R A C H E L L E M U N R O
RM HEALTH
www.rmhealth.net.au
the_mindful_mummy. (Instagram)
I aim to help improve client mobility, create a positive and uplifting environment and teach functional movement patterns with emphasis on the importance of good technique vs high repetition.
There may be a time and place for the so called Bootcamp style training but I highly disagree with the bootcamp style training for the GEERAL public (which most groups target)
I so often see trainers giving large groups extreme exersises with high repetition and not even stopping to adjust horrendous technique.
However I too have been searching for a fresh new name for my early morning outdoor group training sessions.
With a group focused on Functional training, Cardiovascular Fitness, CrossFit, Mobility, Core, as well as meditation and Relaxation, what could we call these sessions to get people interested and coming along to benefit. ?????
Donwe keep it simple?
-group training
-movement training
-weight loss/movement sessions
-functional training
Or do we find something a bit catchier???
Me Camp
Wellness Warriors
I have no idea. Would also LOVE some feedback!!!!
R A C H E L L E M U N R O
RM HEALTH
www.rmhealth.net.au
the_mindful_mummy. (Instagram)
