Choosing the Right Personal Trainer - Part 2

In part 1 we learned how to determine and document some realistic personal fitness goals and how to round up a list of potential personal trainers. In part 2 we're going to take a look at how to determine whether or not the trainers on your list are qualified. Personal Trainer Qualifications The very first thing you need to realize is that, unlike doctors, lawyers, or nurses, there is no official government standard for who can call themselves a personal trainer. There's no single test or criteria, although the fitness industry seems to be slowly moving in that direction. Because of this lack of an official standard, you have chance to come across a huge range of trainers, ranging from someone who has absolutely no business training people, all the way to highly intelligent, educated, and certified individuals on par with any doctor or nurse. Personal Trainer Certifications The biggest, most confusing thing to understand is what different certifications mean and how they compare against each other. Because of the lack of a widely accepted standard or minimum requirements, and partly due to the Internet, there are a vast number of very low quality certifications. Many require little in the way of real knowledge, education, or experience, and could rightly be called 'certification mills'. They only exist to earn a fast dollar by convincing trainers-to-be to become certified through them. Beyond that they provide very little value. There are, however, some very good certifying organizations. And some are obviously better than others. I'll discuss certification in three groups; organizations that have obtained a 3rd party accreditation, those who have joined together to form a standard, and everybody else. 3rd Party Accredited Organizations A handful of organizations have obtained accreditation from a 3rd party called the NCCA in order to validate the quality of their certification. I would consider these few certification organizations to be the top ones available, due to the more stringent nature of their certification processes. In order for a trainer to pass these certifications they have to prove that they have at least a intermediate level of knowledge and training skill. That's not to say that all trainers that pass these certifications are the right fit for you, but you can at least be somewhat confident in that individual's ability to teach you and structure an appropriate program. The following is a current list of the certifications that have been accredited by NCCA: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT) American Council on Exercise (ACE) The Cooper Institute NBFE Affiliates There are a number of other certification organizations that haven't received accreditation, but have instead created a central certifying board called the NBFE that administers what they consider to be a standard exam for trainers to pass. The trainer must first be certified by one of these 'affiliate' certifying organizations before sitting for the NBFE exam. I think this standardization adds a bit to the legitimacy of these trainers, but I still think it's a step below the organizations listed above that have been accredited, because no independent 3rd party has looked over the certification process to validate its quality. The following organizations are NBFE affiliates: Academy of Applied Personal Training Education (AAPTE) Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) American Fitness Professionals and Associates (AFPA) International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) National Association for Fitness Certification (NAFC) National Endurance and Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) National Exercise Trainer Association (NETA) Professional Fitness Instructor Training (PFIT) World Instructor Training Schools (WITS) International Association of Resistance Trainers (IART) U.S. Career Institute Everybody Else Instructors with certifications outside of these two groups, or those with no certification at all, should be scrutinized much more carefully. I'm sure there are a number of excellent trainers that fall into this category, but you would have to do additional homework and find alternate ways to be assured of that excellence. Or even for you to be assured of a minimal level of competency. Some trainers may have college degrees, or potentially even advanced college degrees, in a field like exercise physiology. This would likely be a sufficient stand-in for certification. In the 3rd and final part of this series we'll take a look at getting to know your trainer and having your trainer get to know you. Depending on their interest in where you're at and where you're headed, you can then make a pretty good decision about whether or not they're going to be the right fit for you. 24-Hour Processing - We handle and process Your deca durabolin or sustanon within 24.Competitive Prices - We offer some of the most competitive prices for deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... Extensive Customer Service - We offer comprehensive order support and customer service with full feedback and support throughout ordering and receiving.Special Prices And Discounts - We offer special prices and discounts for all large quantity purchases -see special offer section for favorites deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... discounts.Wide Range Product Assortment - We offer a wide-ranging product inventory that includes best sellers deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol and winstrol. Designed to meet all Your bodybuilding requirements. Deca Durabolin, Dianabol, Sustanon, Anadrol, Winstrol, ANABOLICS, Andriol, Arimidex, Primobolan, Clomid, Cytomel, Proviron, Testosterone, Anavar Visit us http://www.shrenksonlinepharma.com

Choosing the Right Personal Trainer - Part 1 !!!

I came across a post in a fitness forum not too long ago where the author was talking about how 'very, very, very sore' he was after his trainer cracked the whip at him for a couple training sessions. He went on to describe how he wanted to throw up during the session and how he could barely walk due to the soreness. Some of the forum respondents, who were 'in theory' knowledgeable fitness types, made light of it and said he'd get past it. My response was that the trainer was negligent and that the author of the post should find another trainer ASAP. In reality the best solution is to be proactive instead of reactive. Instead of being browbeaten by a trainer you hardly know and wondering 'why is this so hard?' and 'will it get better?' you should instead be asking 'what should all of this look like in the first place?' But most people who are new to fitness can't really answer that question. This series will help answer that question and provide you with some guidance on how to select a personal trainer. It's broken into 3 sections: Section 1 - (this article) Understanding your goals and finding potential trainers. Section 2 - Personal trainer qualifications and certifications. Section 3 - Getting to know a trainer and having them get to know you. Just as with any health decision, this is ultimately your responsibility. If your health is affected, either positively or negatively, it's not your trainer, doctor, or dentist that has to live with it. It's you. Be as knowledgeable and prepared as possible, and take ownership of your decisions. Don't allow an overzealous trainer to leave you unable to walk. Without delaying further, let's discuss how you can understand and put in writing the goals you have for your fitness journey. Your Fitness Goals Your first step is to take an inventory of yourself and your goals before you can gauge whether or not a specific trainer can help. When you really understand what you need help with, you can more easily find the person who can help you get there, and you can also perform your own sanity check on the program they ultimately prescribe for you. When creating this goals inventory, ask yourself the following questions: What is my ultimate goal? Be as specific and realistic as possible. For example - "I want to learn how to correctly perform basic exercises, lose 10 pounds of fat, and run 2 miles without stopping to catch my breath". What are my short term goals? Be even more realistic here, and focus on the month to month timeframe. Perhaps it would be to gain 1 pound of muscle per month and increase your bench press by 5 pounds per month. What are my preferred forms of exercise? If you enjoy doing a form of exercise, you're much more likely to stick with it. But be aware that your desired long and short term goals may drive the forms of exercise necessary to achieve them. What kind of time do I have to commit? A good trainer will customize your exercise plan to fit your available schedule. What kind of equipment do I have available? You'll need to know what's possible for you to do on those days you work out but aren't with the trainer. Do you belong to a club, have access to your own equipment, or will your program need to be more creatively designed? What kind of person would I like to work with? Do you need someone who is more of a teaching guide, or more of a drill Sergeant to keep you motivated? Write down your answers to all these questions, and if you come up with anything else write that down too. Later in the process this is information you'll provide to your selected trainer. Where To Find Personal Trainers There are many ways to find personal trainers in your area. Here are a few to get you started: Friends, family members, and co-workers who have worked with or know a personal trainer. Don't totally rely on their advice, though, because a trainer that works well with them and their personality may not work well with you. Your health club or Rec Center. If you belong to a club, no doubt at one time you've been hit up to use one of their trainers. At a minimum you can get some names and maybe even talk to these trainers in person before agreeing to use their services. Certification organizations. I'll talk about the importance of certification in the next section, but you can always find nearby trainers that have been certified through the company that certified them. An example is the National Strength and Conditioning association's trainer locator. The Yellow Pages. Whether you use the paper version or an online one, you can get a list of trainers and begin calling them. In the end you probably want to have a list of about 5 or more potential trainers that you will investigate further. Part 2 will discuss how to begin that investigation. 24-Hour Processing - We handle and process Your deca durabolin or sustanon within 24.Competitive Prices - We offer some of the most competitive prices for deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... Extensive Customer Service - We offer comprehensive order support and customer service with full feedback and support throughout ordering and receiving.Special Prices And Discounts - We offer special prices and discounts for all large quantity purchases -see special offer section for favorites deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... discounts.Wide Range Product Assortment - We offer a wide-ranging product inventory that includes best sellers deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol and winstrol. Designed to meet all Your bodybuilding requirements. Deca Durabolin, Dianabol, Sustanon, Anadrol, Winstrol, ANABOLICS, Andriol, Arimidex, Primobolan, Clomid, Cytomel, Proviron, Testosterone, Anavar Visit us http://www.shrenksonlinepharma.com

Building Muscles, Weight Lifting, Tips for Getting the Body

I want to build muscle, I want to have big muscles, what must I do? The answer is simple! Start lifting weights, set your goals, eat proper and rest! Here are some tips to help you start: First tip is: Set your goals! Do not be over optimistic, do not be over pessimistic in setting your goals. Just be realistic! No one can become a bodybuilding champ over night. Do not fool yourself, today I will lift 10000 pounds and tomorrow I will look like Terminator. Start by knowing your body and you will quickly learn what is a realistic goal for you. Write your realistic goals down, make a schedule. People make plans in their head and forget them, write your plans on a paper. Read your goals, follow a schedule. When you will feel down, look at your goals and what you already achieved and your mood will go up. Follow a routine of your schedule! Make yourself a training program and follow it. Once you get in a rhythm, you will feel great and your body will be grateful! Next tip is: Ask people, learn more about training, about lifting weights...! It is true the bodybuilding is a individual sport, but do not be afraid to ask people for the advice, ask your trainer, ask a friend. Trust me, people will help you if you ask them nicely. Knowledge is power is also true for bodybuilding. The following tip is: You must overload/stress your muscle! Only way to build your muscle and gain strength is to stress your muscle. Bigger weight means bigger muscle! Do not over exceed yourself as you might heart yourself! Warm up by lifting smaller weights. Start slowly, use smaller weight, less repetitions, then steadily add more weight, and later more repetitions. If you would always lift the same amount of weight, then your progress will stop. So try to add more repetitions with lifting the same weight or add more weight with the same repetition or decrease the rest time between your repetitions. The last tip is: Proper nutrition and proper rest! You may set your goals, lift heavy weights, but without proper nutrition and proper rest there will not be any progress. Your muscle as your body needs energy to work. The energy comes from the proper nutrition! Without proper nutrition you will be easily tired, so belive me when I say that proper nutrition is the key. The proper nutrition will have 40% of Carbohydrates, 40% of Protein and 20% of fat. The muscle growth happens while you sleep and rest so it is very important to rest and sleep properly. Follow this tips, be patient, work out, eat, rest properly and you will get the body you want. It is fun lifting weights, you will feel better and be healthier! 24-Hour Processing - We handle and process Your deca durabolin or sustanon within 24.Competitive Prices - We offer some of the most competitive prices for deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... Extensive Customer Service - We offer comprehensive order support and customer service with full feedback and support throughout ordering and receiving.Special Prices And Discounts - We offer special prices and discounts for all large quantity purchases -see special offer section for favorites deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... discounts.Wide Range Product Assortment - We offer a wide-ranging product inventory that includes best sellers deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol and winstrol. Designed to meet all Your bodybuilding requirements. Deca Durabolin, Dianabol, Sustanon, Anadrol, Winstrol, ANABOLICS, Andriol, Arimidex, Primobolan, Clomid, Cytomel, Proviron, Testosterone, Anavar Visit us http://www.shrenksonlinepharma.com

DECA DURABOLIN HISTORY and DESCRIPTION

Deca Durabolin History During the early '60's Organon introduced Deca Durabolin, an injectable available is widespread and commonly used. Considered by some the greatest steroid for a male to use (results vs. side effects). It comes mostly in 50 mg/ml and 100 mg/ml doses. The anabolic steroid Deca Durabolin is commonly injected once per week and at a dose of 200-600mg. With this amount, estrogen conversion is little so gyno is no problem. Problems with liver enzymes, blood pressureor cholesterol levels are uncommon. At higher dosages, side effects may become increased, but this is still a very well tolerated drug being very easy on the liver. It should also be known that in HIV studies,The anabolic steroid Deca Durabolin has been shown not only to be effective at safely bringing up the lean bodyweight of patient but also to be beneficial to the immune system. Athletes and the anabolic Durabolin, depending on their needs, use it for muscle buildup and preparation for competition. The anabolic steroid Deca Durabolin can effectively be incorporated in mass and cutting cycles for bodybuilding. It stacks well with sustanon, dianabol, and anadrol. The risk of potential water retention and aromatizing to estrogen can be prevented by combining the use of Nolvadex with Proviron. The anabolic steroid Deca Durabolin can be detected in a drug screen for as long as a year after use, one major drawback to Deca Durabolin. Unfortunately this makes the anabolic steroid Deca Durabolin and other nandrolone products off limits for many competitive athletes.Deca is also a expensive anabolic comparatively. With the help of new technology, new manufacturer have developed new and exciting ways to deliver Deca's type of results. With amazing success these new products have virtually taken over the industry. Many athletes/bodybuilders have brought these new products into there routines and received the same result that the anabolic steroid Deca Durabolin provides. One major factor that has made these products to popular is that they are legally available to the public where as Deca Durabolin is not. Description Deca Durabolin (nandrolone decanoate): 200mg vials 2ml - 100mg/ml is the most popular steroid - injectable or oral. Results versus side effects - it remains number 1 steroid - especially for beginners or recreational users. Norma Deca is a favorite of the majority of user and used as a base on almost every cycle - Nandrolone decanoate works especially good in stack with sustanon and dbol - for aplication in cycles check out CYCLES part of the homepage. Durabolin is highly anabolic, moderately androgenic, has minimal liver toxicity and almost never aromatizes, it is used as a part of bulk as well as cut cycles. Deca is used by almost all athletes, with great results and almost no side effects. Nandrolone decanoate is also known to fix sore joints and tendons - sore shoulders, knees, elbows and back are without pain on a Deca Cycle. Deca Durabolin also speeds up the recuperation time between workouts and improves nitrogen retention. Deca's only drawback is that nandrolone decanoate metabolites have been known to show up on a steroid test up to 12 months after the last injection. World class sprinters Linford Christie and Marelene Ottey obviously ignoring this fact have tested positive to nandrolone decanoate.

Health Tips - Tip 1 - Wear Your Seat Belt

24-Hour Processing - We handle and process Your deca durabolin or sustanon within 24 hours.Competitive Prices - We offer some of the most competitive prices for deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... Extensive Customer Service - We offer comprehensive order support and customer service with full feedback and support throughout ordering and receiving.Special Prices And Discounts - We offer special prices and discounts for all large quantity purchases -see special offer section for favorites deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... discounts.Wide Range Product Assortment - We offer a wide-ranging product inventory that includes best sellers deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol and winstrol. Designed to meet all Your bodybuilding requirements. Deca Durabolin, Dianabol, Sustanon, Anadrol, Winstrol, ANABOLICS, Andriol, Arimidex, Primobolan, Clomid, Cytomel, Proviron, Testosterone, Anavar Visit us http://www.shrenksonlinepharma.com[/url]

Health Tips - Tip 2 - Floss Your Teeth

Recent studies make a direct connection between longevity and teeth flossing. Nobody knows exactly why. Perhaps it's because people who floss tend to be more health conscious than people who don't? Thought for the day: Floss and be your body's boss. 24-Hour Processing - We handle and process Your deca durabolin or sustanon within 24 hours.Competitive Prices - We offer some of the most competitive prices for deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... Extensive Customer Service - We offer comprehensive order support and customer service with full feedback and support throughout ordering and receiving.Special Prices And Discounts - We offer special prices and discounts for all large quantity purchases -see special offer section for favorites deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... discounts.Wide Range Product Assortment - We offer a wide-ranging product inventory that includes best sellers deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol and winstrol. Designed to meet all Your bodybuilding requirements. Deca Durabolin, Dianabol, Sustanon, Anadrol, Winstrol, ANABOLICS, Andriol, Arimidex, Primobolan, Clomid, Cytomel, Proviron, Testosterone, Anavar Visit us http://www.shrenksonlinepharma.com

Health Tips - Tip 3 - Avoid Excessive Drinking

While recent studies show a glass of wine or one drink a day (two for men) can help protect against heart disease, more than that can cause other health problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer. Thought for the day: A jug of wine should last a long time. 24-Hour Processing - We handle and process Your deca durabolin or sustanon within 24 hours.Competitive Prices - We offer some of the most competitive prices for deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... Extensive Customer Service - We offer comprehensive order support and customer service with full feedback and support throughout ordering and receiving.Special Prices And Discounts - We offer special prices and discounts for all large quantity purchases -see special offer section for favorites deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol... discounts.Wide Range Product Assortment - We offer a wide-ranging product inventory that includes best sellers deca durabolin, sustanon, dianabol and winstrol. Designed to meet all Your bodybuilding requirements. Deca Durabolin, Dianabol, Sustanon, Anadrol, Winstrol, ANABOLICS, Andriol, Arimidex, Primobolan, Clomid, Cytomel, Proviron, Testosterone, Anavar Visit us http://www.shrenksonlinepharma.com