IDEA Health & Fitness Association Announces Results

Posted on August 8, 2006 by Heather Long

The Idea Health & Fitness Association announced the results of their 2006 survey on fitness trends, equipment and more. The following were some of their results: Personal training remains the most frequently offered program. One trainer working with one client is offered by 84 percent of the respondents. Optimism remains high that personal training will continue to grow, as expressed by 64 percent of those polled Personal training sessions with two-to-five clients are emerging as a popular option as people seek greater variety or value from their workouts. With 68 percent sharing sessions with two clients and 44 percent offering … Continue reading →

How To Be A Good Client

Posted on July 27, 2006 by Heather Long

This may sound like an odd topic for a Fitness blog, but we talk about personal trainers, how to find a personal trainer and even looking at personal trainers online. When you work with a personal trainer, you are hiring them and you are paying them for their expertise and their time. You have the right to want and expect the best. On the other hand, your trainer has the right to expect some things from you. So let’s talk about the ways you can be a good client and help the two of you get the most from your … Continue reading →