Fitness Testing for Personal Trainers

Click here for a DETAILED video on fitness testing. Fitness assessments are an important part of personal training and the sales process. In this video I will go over important aspects of fitness testing including body fat, anthropometric, resting heart rate, and cardio/strength tests. In this video I will also show you how to administer the YMCA Step test to help you pass your personal training certification exam. Whether you call it a fitness assessment, a fitness screen, or fitness profile, you will become an expert at explaining your personal training clients current state of health. Also works well with the Gray Cook Functional Movement Screen FMS. Whether you're studying for your ACE certification, NASM certification,NSCA certification, AFAA certification, or ISSA certification, this will be a skill that you definitely want to master.
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[@michelletoft4993]

Ahhhh....sigh of relief! Excellent advice! I was feeling so lost and incompetent, not being able to help him. Thank you so much for your swift response and feedback. I have been watching your videos for months and they all teach me something new. Thank you so much for your time and energy!!!

[@GentlemanNico]

You have really helped me to be more enlighten on the best way to practice. Liked the introverted video also and subscribed. The 2 videos I've watched alone so far has been a big help, mentally. I am a Nutrition Specialist and Consultant/Sales for GNC, and you're right when you let your passion lead you, the knowledge follows and you become more incline to trust yourself with helping others, professionally. I just recertified with my CPT with NASM, and might finally get on with GOLDs by where I work, so I'll be looking forward to watching more of your videos.. Again, thanks and you seem very humble in your teachings. I like and respect that..Peace

[@AG30021]

Great job as usual , Jonathan! The presentation, detail and thoroughness you put into these videos is extraordinary. You're really providing a great service.

[@Laercio3M]

Lol Funny how I too now have an ex client , who's a good friend and now she a Personal Trainer. Was a Great feeling to be the one to help her achieve her fitness and then advice her on how to become a good PT

[@AdrianBaptiste]

Love your videos bro.. they are super comprehensive and insightful to say the least. I'm embarking on my very own business as a fitness instructor and your information and take on things is really making me feel more prepared. Thank you for that and please keep these videos coming!

[@johncobb5468]

This video was very informative and simple. I've been watching your videos for about 6 months now and they helped me a lot. Thanks man

[@bradlane1553]

Another great video as a wounded usmc vet I got my nasm while wounded as a martial artists and boxer bodybuilding was my favorite so while bedridden I studied my as off for a year ty again.

[@Banklessap]

am I the only one get pencil and papers write down mad notes from this video, thanks lot my friend you are very helpful

[@sherwood.fitness9367]

This was a great video! I look forward to seeing more from you seeing as I need all the tips I can get before I start my internship.

[@EbillsTV]

What's going on Jonathan just want to thank you for the useful information and taking your time out as I am studying for my nasm certification! Your a great teacher bro, easy to understand

[@balserito32]

Thank you for this video. I am planing to become a personal trainer to motivate, inspire and educate people. i felt lost at first thinking about it but your video has helped me out a lot.

[@NoleGirlDC]

Love this - so concise and highly informational and professional- THANK YOU!!! been looking for this

[@SentinelzTV]

Unbelievably helpful. New personal trainer here and I this video is great. Thank you so much. Time to break out my ipad.

[@TheJasmineProof817]

Love thisss. Thank you so much. I’m gonna use this on a client tomorrow.

[@AMPFitness247]

You're the truth! Thorough, professional, and detailed. MUCH respect.

[@Coach_Habibi]

I have watched this video times now. Your content is great and thank you putting so much effort into this video

[@Karateka1891]

Huge fan.... Very professionally... Best regards from Europe...

[@vergilheartnet]

Hi, Jonathan, it's Vergil again here. Thank you so much for making this video. I have a couple of questions 1) How often do personal trainers need to take measurements for their clients after their initial assessment? 2) Are postural assessments compulsory and required for all clients? 3) If it was an obese client and the measuring tape isn't long enough, how do you take his measurements? 4) What advice would you recommend for first and new personal trainers out there regarding taking fitness assessments on their clients? (a lot of them have butterflies in their stomach and are worried whether they took the wrong or inaccurate measurements)

[@vergilheartnet]

***** Thanks for replying, Jonathan. Also, would you recommend the use of Skinfold measurements with calipers for measuring body fats percentage?

[@carlt.madison6613]

Due to option of muscle development supplements on the market, now we have now the capability to improve our odds of gaining muscle tissue faster. Fitness assessments... Thanks for the video!!

[@Hellthrasher]

Over a year old and I still learn something new in this. The physical assessment part of the test - there was no mention in flexibility as 'sit n reach ' test or Thomas Test. Would you say those are not TOO important at first?

[@derekdicarlo8680]

Thanks for the tips. Very easy to follow this cleared up a lot of questions I had.

[@cassandrakinard9299]

Saved my life! I really utilized this fitness assessment!

[@ariaminx8932]

Hello Johnathan :-) I stumbled upon your channel as I was looking for visuals to go along with my ACE learning materials and I see many things that are covered in this manual that are a bit overwhelming for the new comer. I enjoy your teachings and was wondering if you could perhaps share a postural assessment video. From what I gather so far, some of the most fundamental assessments prior to even starting a client on the path to fitness is postural correction. Realistically, how would you conduct these assessments in a gym setting and it would be nice to see some examples in the video of real people with deviation just to have a clear visual of things to look for. Thank you for your help :-D

[@NievesChik]

Thanx for this video, it gave me a better understanding when I get my cert !!!

[@Megatronice7]

What do you recommend for lagging body parts? Lays, chest, triceps any lagging body part or does it matter what exercise do you do?

[@killerkella]

Nuggets of gold. Thanks johnathan

[@neilr7935]

Lots of great information here. Thank you.

[@Kuzin329]

This video is great. Dammm it really is gonna help me a lot. I'm new in the fitness industry and definitely ill what I've learnt today. Many thanks.

[@wrightpyrtle6617]

Good Day the gym i use will have a BOD POD machine that i will use for my clients. What are your thoughts/ opinions on the use of that machine.

[@irvingi1]

Great video my man. Very helpful

[@Flying_Scorpion]

This was helpful! I couldn't find your BF% chart.

[@christalavera5832]

Thank you for this. Very nice! Appreciative for your advice on how to measure a female client.

[@babycakes2077]

Excellent, thanks!

[@nikitavarlamov5994]

Great advice about measurements, thank you.

[@davidrichardson2680]

Thank you, this video helped so much. Very informative

[@PreciousUplifter]

Amazing video! Do you do the anthropometric measurements outside the training session? What do you think about the in-session testing when the client isn't aware that he's tested? For example when he does the bench press with 40kg and we check over time if the reps or weight improve. Also, a little favor, when you find the time can you please make a video about periodization for the typical client that just wants to lose weight or improve their well-being? How does it look like? Because it certainly is totally different from a periodized plan for professional athletes. We all agree this type of client represents like 95% of all our clients. I'm a beginner as personal trainer and struggle quite a bit with periodization :( thanks a lot for finding time to share your knowledge and experience with us!

[@PreciousUplifter]

+How to sell personal training Thank you :)

[@DrJayHerrera]

I found this video interesting...thanks for the content.

[@sarahnikitchuk7846]

Can I use the Fit pro calculator on the Iphone? Is there an app for this?

[@ingasfittipsandeats2965]

Hi! I'm trying to download the body fat pictures from your site. Do they still exist? I can't find them. I just purchased your fit pro calculator. HELP!

[@Jamileightown]

Hey Jonathon, I'm wondering if you knew the link to download the FitPro App is NOT working. I'd love to have access. Is there something you can send me? And what is the cost? Thanks in advance!

[@gsgroovy]

When performing any test, do you let the client know when the rep(s) didn't count immediately or do you wait until the end of the test to inform them?

[@johnwatson6310]

This was a big help, thanks!

[@michelletoft4993]

I have a question pertaining to training clients with little or no previous experience moving their bodies. I am currently training a 14 year old boy who is just growing into his body. I have found that children have a difficult time understanding how their bodies work/move. It has been frustrating not being able to get through to him in ways that it is much easier for adults. Shoulders back and down, core tight, slight bend in knees, etc. Squats and deadlifts cannot be preformed correctly or safely because he does not keep his back straight. Do you have any tips for me in how to get thru to him in this way? My instruction has not been effective. I asked for permission in touching his back and moving him into correct position. Showed him what the moves are supposed to look like and also suggested he look in the mirror while performing these moves so he can see his body and correct himself, all to no avail. Any moves that are good to start with? Cybex instead of free weights? I have had two sessions with him so far, my next one is tomorrow and I really want to help him but haven't done so effectively at this point. HELP!!!!!

[@flaviarocha3976]

Awesome video, thank you!

[@momo4623]

Hi Jonathan Tahnk you for all your videos. I am a fresh new NASM personal trainer. I am a french PE teacher and try to improve and develope my skills and knowledge. I would like to carry on with other certification. I am hesitating : NASM Performance enhacement specialist, fitness nutrition specialist, loss weight specialist; Or going with ACE certifications as their certifications are nearly the same a bit cheaper. Or NSCA personal trainer certification ? Could you give me advices? Morgan

[@tamiratserendavaa2147]

okay that was perfect and helpful.. What software are you using to mark the results of your client? Thank you... Happy that i found you on here :-)

[@laurenhenry4555]

Hey Jonathan, what is the program you are using to input all of the clients info?

[@michellecleverly8118]

Great advice Thanks Heaps

[@charmaneshuping]

Awesome video! Just would like to add flexibility test

[@ZR-ur9wz]

thanks Jonathan!!!

[@jesseiloreta4570]

Hey, Jonathan I've been watching your videos for almost a year now and it's helped me every step of the way in my career. I just started at a big box gym as a PT do you have any tips/advice for building clientele when working the front desk?

[@jesseiloreta4570]

Yes.

[@jesseiloreta4570]

Thanks for the great advice Jonathan always a big help!

[@mzaun0926]

Great video! thank you

[@khalilbatah7199]

Thanks so much for the video!!

[@FactsOVERfeelings2024]

Can I pick my own personal exercises to administer the test or should it be the ones you used?

[@FactsOVERfeelings2024]

@@GymOwnerJon Cool, thanks for the quick response. Awsome channle, keep it up

[@remanisce]

Great Video!

[@Pathfinder2163]

Very helpful, thanks

[@ace_hustle_4k]

A lot of help in this vid and love the fit pro app! how do we purchase the fit pro app?

[@TrainerScottDenver]

Great video

[@AntiMassovka]

Great info, bro. Thanks ;)

[@jorry509]

Hey bro I have a very important question do you use your FitproCalculator for only one on one or do you take an assessment for all your boot camp clients.if you do or don’t what test do you run for your boot camp clients because I’m planning on buying your FitProcalculator for my upcoming business.

[@jorry509]

My business gone be base on group training

[@jorry509]

How to sell personal training thanks a lot bro I’m definitely getting this calculator once I open up my spot in a few months

[@ChrisSartoretto]

Cool video, keep it up!

[@karl_willzwilliams3269]

with the step test do you do only one leg or repeat on other leg?

[@karl_willzwilliams3269]

@@GymOwnerJon in the video she uses the sameeg so I was confused. Thank you

[@anaisserranocortes8964]

super helpful ! !

[@DonSamurai777]

realy realy awesome thanks!

[@ChrisPlayFit365]

is fitpro calculator only on apple?

[@ChrisPlayFit365]

+How to sell personal training ohhhhh okay thank you

[@rawfitness7417]

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[@greekadonisnm7918]

Good info, pushup ( testing ) I would say " not exactly the way I evaluate a client " ( navy push up is exactly that ) your thorough with your words ( you don't talk fast ) appreciate that. I had 93 clients in downtown Phoenix, my sessions were 29 minutes of " welcome to navy swim school inside of a fancy health club ". It was fun.

[@lienjag]

this is so good

[@vittaveve1939]

Thanks Jonathan... Your videos are very informative and tend to always answer any questions I may have had...now only if you could direct me to Crystal's channel 😏 lol jk

[@SuccessmarketingWEB]

ATTENTION. The link male/female body fat charts is NOT WORKING.

[@we2dadude981]

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[@luigi33333333]

The girl being assessed is a baddie ;) great waist and bust