Is the trainer certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid?
Safety training enables a personal trainer to know what to do in case of an emergency in your session. • Does the trainer require a health screening or release from your doctor? Many medical conditions and/or past injuries can affect your participation in a training session. A quality trainer will design a session that takes these into account yet still provides you with an effective workout. If you are under a doctor’s care for certain conditions, a professional trainer will discuss any exercise concerns with your doctor. • Can the trainer provide you with references from other clients or established industry professionals familiar with the trainer’s knowledge and abilities? People go to trainers for a variety of reasons: weight loss, cardiovascular improvement, triathlon training, postrehabilitation, general toning, pre/postnatal fitness and more. Your trainer should have experience in the type of training you want. Calling references can help you determine if the trainer has the exp
