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What is the definition of personal training?
What is the definition of personal training?
A fitness training program that joins a personal trainer with a client to establish a mutual, respectful, and beneficial partnership in order to reach a particular fitness/health goal.
What is the definition of a personal trainer?
What is the definition of a personal trainer?
A qualified fitness professional who is hired by a client to assist the client in reaching a particular fitness/health goal.
What is one purpose of personal training?
What is one purpose of personal training?
Which of the following are benefits of personal training? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are benefits of personal training? (Select all that apply)
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What educational qualifications are generally required for a personal trainer?
What educational qualifications are generally required for a personal trainer?
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All personal trainers are required to carry liability insurance.
All personal trainers are required to carry liability insurance.
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What is the ultimate responsibility of a client in personal training?
What is the ultimate responsibility of a client in personal training?
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What is the definition of anatomy?
What is the definition of anatomy?
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What are myofibrils?
What are myofibrils?
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What is the all or none law regarding muscle contraction?
What is the all or none law regarding muscle contraction?
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What is a slow twitch (type 1) muscle?
What is a slow twitch (type 1) muscle?
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Which of the following describes hypertrophy?
Which of the following describes hypertrophy?
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Where does energy for muscle contraction come from?
Where does energy for muscle contraction come from?
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What is Oxygen debt or Excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC)?
What is Oxygen debt or Excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC)?
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What does VO2 max represent?
What does VO2 max represent?
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What is the definition of heart rate?
What is the definition of heart rate?
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What does stroke volume mean?
What does stroke volume mean?
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What is blood pressure?
What is blood pressure?
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What is cardiac output?
What is cardiac output?
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What is pulmonary ventilation?
What is pulmonary ventilation?
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What is lactate threshold?
What is lactate threshold?
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What are the effects of endurance training?
What are the effects of endurance training?
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What does Kinesiology study?
What does Kinesiology study?
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What are the three planes of movement?
What are the three planes of movement?
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What is the median/sagittal plane?
What is the median/sagittal plane?
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What is the frontal (coronal) plane?
What is the frontal (coronal) plane?
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What is the transverse/horizontal plane?
What is the transverse/horizontal plane?
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What are the three muscle movements/actions?
What are the three muscle movements/actions?
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What is a prime movement (agonist)?
What is a prime movement (agonist)?
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What is an antagonist?
What is an antagonist?
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What is a synergist?
What is a synergist?
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What is stability?
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Study Notes
Personal Training Essentials
- Personal training involves a partnership between a trainer and client to achieve specific fitness goals.
- Personal trainers are qualified professionals who guide clients through fitness programs and offer support.
Purpose and Benefits of Personal Training
- Assess current fitness levels and establish personalized fitness goals.
- Create individualized programs while providing motivation and accountability.
- Ensure safe workouts and help clients overcome fitness plateaus.
Trainer Qualifications
- Must hold a nationally recognized personal trainer certification.
- Requires knowledge in physiology, anatomy, and health promotion.
- CPR/First Aid certification and liability insurance are necessary.
- Education should be updated regularly through workshops and networking.
Client Responsibilities
- Clients must adhere to prescribed exercise programs and communicate their goals.
- They should report any discomfort and cancel sessions with proper notice.
- Wearing appropriate attire and maintaining focus during sessions is essential.
Job Opportunities
- Personal trainers can work in various settings including clubs, community centers, and independent studios.
- Options also include mobile training, athletic coaching, and corporate wellness programs.
Anatomy and Muscle Types
- Anatomy is the study of body structures while myology focuses specifically on muscles.
- There are three muscle types: skeletal (voluntary), smooth (involuntary), and cardiac (heart-specific).
Muscle Structure
- Skeletal muscles consist of bundles (fascicles) covered with connective tissue layers: epimysium, perimysium, and endomysium.
- Tendons connect muscles to bones, allowing for movement during contraction.
Muscle Contraction Mechanisms
- Sarcomeres are the basic units of contraction within myofibrils, utilizing the sliding filament theory (actin and myosin interaction).
- Muscle contractions can be isometric, concentric, or eccentric, each serving different functional purposes.
Muscle Fiber Types
- Slow-twitch (Type I) fibers are durable and ideal for aerobic activities.
- Fast-twitch (Type II) fibers are geared towards explosive strength and speed.
- Type II fibers are further categorized into Type IIA (more endurance) and Type IIB (maximal strength).
Energy Sources and Muscle Performance
- Energy is derived from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, converted to ATP for muscle use.
- Oxygen uptake and cardiac output are critical to understanding endurance and cardiovascular health during physical activities.
Training Effects and Physiology
- Endurance training enhances mitochondrial density, decreases time to steady state, and improves overall cardiovascular function (e.g., increased heart size and VO2 max).
- Kinesiology is the study of human movement, critical for designing effective training protocols.
Joint and Movement Anatomy
- Diarthrodial joints allow movement with an articular cavity, while synarthrodial joints are immovable.
- Understanding joint types (e.g., hinge, pivot, ball-and-socket) is essential for training and rehabilitation strategies.### Three Planes of Movement
- Median/Sagittal Plane: Divides the body into right and left sections; flexion and extension movements occur within this plane.
- Frontal/Coronal Plane: Divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections; abduction and adduction movements take place in this plane.
- Transverse/Horizontal Plane: Divides the body into superior (top) and inferior (bottom) sections; rotation and twisting actions occur in this plane.
Median/Sagittal Plane
- A vertical plane aligned from anterior (front) to posterior (back).
- Key movements: Flexion (bending) and extension (straightening) at joints.
Frontal/Coronal Plane
- A vertical plane that runs side to side, dividing the body into front and back sections.
- Key movements: Abduction (movement away from the midline) and adduction (movement toward the midline).
Transverse/Horizontal Plane
- A horizontal plane that separates the body into upper and lower parts.
- Key movements: Rotational actions and twisting motions.
Three Muscle Movements/Actions
- Prime Movements (Agonist): Muscles that contract to create a specific movement at a joint.
- Antagonist: Muscles that produce movements in the opposite direction of the agonist during joint activity.
- Synergists: Muscles that stabilize joints and assist the agonist by helping to maintain steady movement.
Prime Movement (Agonist)
- Muscles identified as the primary movers responsible for a specific action at a joint.
Antagonist
- Muscles that counteract the movement of the agonist, allowing smooth and controlled motion.
Synergist
- Muscles providing support to the agonist, helping to stabilize the involved joint during movement.
Stability
- Refers to the capacity to maintain balance; it is enhanced when the center of gravity is lower and the base of support is wider.
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