{"id":3008,"date":"2024-01-26T21:57:08","date_gmt":"2024-01-26T21:57:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/podcast\/?p=3008"},"modified":"2024-01-29T22:04:48","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T22:04:48","slug":"personal-training-assessments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/podcast\/personal-training-assessments\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Most Important Personal Training Assessments"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/www.buzzsprout.com\/2134534\/14382666-our-most-important-personal-training-assessments.mp3?download=true\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this episode, James Breese and Josh Kennedy dive deep into the world of personal training assessments. Why is it critical to assess and not guess? What are the most impactful assessments personal trainers should focus on? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover the answers to these questions and more in a conversation that\u2019s not just about performance, but the very essence of health and longevity. If you\u2019re a personal trainer or just fitness-curious, this episode is a must-listen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>If you don&#8217;t assess, you&#8217;re just guessing.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Timeline Summary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"00\" data-seconds=\"15\">00:15<\/a><span>Assessment Necessity <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"02\" data-seconds=\"25\">02:25<\/a><span>Health Assessment Priority <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"04\" data-seconds=\"04\">04:04<\/a><span>Breath Test Importance <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"05\" data-seconds=\"44\">05:44<\/a><span>Resting Heart Rate and Health <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"08\" data-seconds=\"29\">08:29<\/a><span>Longevity and Mobility Tests <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Power of Assessment<\/strong>: Understanding the critical role of assessments in personal training for tailored and effective fitness plans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customized Approach<\/strong>: Adapting the assessment process to cater to individual client needs and preferences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health First Philosophy<\/strong>: Emphasizing health over performance in assessments to ensure long-term benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Breath Test<\/strong>: A unique and essential assessment for evaluating overall health and breathing efficiency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resting Heart Rate Indicator<\/strong>: Why a lower resting heart rate signifies better cardiovascular health and overall wellness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Waist-to-Height Ratio<\/strong>: A simple yet powerful metric for assessing risk of metabolic diseases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Longevity Focused Assessments<\/strong>: Incorporating tests like the Brazilian sit and rise test to predict and improve lifespan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Websites and Links Mentioned:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Strength Matters<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/system\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Strength Matters Training System<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/oxygenadvantage.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oxygen Advantage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Health comes first, without your health, you have nothing.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The more your mobility is restricted long term, the more it impacts your lifespan.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Show Your Support: Rate and Review Us!<br><br><\/strong>If you enjoyed today&#8217;s episode, please consider giving us a 5-star rating and a review on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/gb\/podcast\/strength-matters\/id892406366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Apple Podcasts<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0or wherever you listen to podcasts. 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