How to do a Personal Training Consultation | Forms Included!

In this video from Sorta Healthy, Jeff takes you through the best way to do a personal training consultation. If you have ever wondered how to do a personal training consultation, this video should be very helpful to you.
The personal training consultation methods used in this video should be effective whether you use them for online or virtual sessions or in-person clients.
In this video we go over topics like, consultation flow and communication, workouts within the consultation and personal training sales.
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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Make sure you guys check out the follow up video on fitness assessments! kzbin.info/www/bejne/amPJh3qmrtF7aLs

[@amomentwithamber]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@robogamer8]

How are you getting on have you had many clients?

[@zinntarapata6358]

How are you doing now? did you carry on with PT?

[@pchiethegreat1]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@bigea5377]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@brandonstevens1543]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@melissanoe2980]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@Ginaxoxo143]

I just want to say thank you 🙏🏻 - I’m brand new into being a PT and your tips have helped me so much!! You live in the same state as me too haha. Keep making these videos, I appreciate them!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I really appreciate the kind words! Good to see some CT on here!

[@bawdybydeefitness]

Been watching your videos for about a year now and you are amazing! THANK YOU!! This video made me confident enough to give my first consultation since Covid hit in 2019.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

So glad you found it helpful! Congrats on doing your fist consult in a long time! Hope it went well!

[@iamdaszta]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@DavidWilson-ng1lv]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

You are so welcome!

[@SuhailaAlFraiheen]

Thank you so much for what you do for us!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

You’re very welcome!

[@steviefiggs]

I appreciate the information y’all have made available to the public! I’m a Kinesiologist from Northern Va and this channel has been a great asset. My goal is to implement a medically supervised personal training service at a physical therapy clinic or clinics. Thanks for keeping it 💯 w/ us!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Angel Figueroa thanks for the feedback! We do something a bit similar up in CT! I’m sure that once all this settles you’ll be able to make that happen!

[@donthomas6648]

As a new personal trainer, thank you so much for the tips!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

You’re very welcome!

[@athlete1011]

Honestly I’ve learned more practical info from your channel than most of the personal training course itself… Thank you so much for the valuable content!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@effiekekatos]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

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[@MrEverSoBad]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Of course! I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@nomercy8989]

This is good stuff. Thanks!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

You're welcome!

[@gavhlev2853]

Thank you so much for your generous heart. This what exactly I’m looking for as I am still studying and rushing up to take my exams…

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Happy to help! Good luck with your studying!

[@paul.s7688]

Thank you for your time Jeff

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Of course! Thanks for watching!

[@jman2005]

This video is so crucial to anybody getting started. As a new CPT, I really appreciate this content. Thank you Jeff!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks! I really appreciate that!

[@naturallyfitbyj]

Omg This is amazing information. Thank you so much for sharing. It really helped

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks! I’m very glad that you found it helpful!

[@RyanUttanwalla]

Mate thanks so much for the info, I too am a recently certified PT and this was great help, cheers mate

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks! I’m glad that you’re finding it helpful!

[@ActualLivingHuman]

You're great. Thank you.

[@girinopolis]

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[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you!

[@ibraheemabdullah4835]

Great work! Thanks brother.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Of course! I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@asantekojo4553]

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[@AL-yg3kv]

Thanks for your videos. This is helping me a lot as new personal trainer.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad to help!

[@maheshambre03]

Awesome information. Thanks for sharing.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks! I’m glad that you found it helpful!

[@EmGeeee787]

As somebody who has been struggling through tonnes of written instructions for my PT certification with cognitive processing issues, thank you so much for this breakdown. Suddenly verbal descriptions & visualising an assessment makes perfect sense! I've been overanalysing myself ha. Hopefully I can actually do some decent consultations now and implement everything...

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

We’ve all been there! It’s very easy to over analyze things in the beginning! I’m glad you found the video helpful!

[@reiniel.rafael]

I'm a freshman for Sports Science, and I just started my self-study before the school year. Thank you for the informative video, sir :)

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Of course! Good luck with your studies! My degree in exercise science has been helpful with my career as a trainer and im sure yours will help too!

[@ttvoopsyoudiedx2089]

Glad I found this. I been trying to get an idea on a consultation form and how to build it and what not. 10+ years in fitness so I am familiar with the questions that need to be asked but wanted some ideas on how to spruce it up.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@tamotiafranks1922]

You are a godsend. I have been certified as of March 2021 and have yet to do anything with my certification because I was scared and lacked clarity. This will help immensely. Thank you thank you thank you 😊

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

So glad you found it helpful! Good luck!

[@Juggernaut503]

Great video! Thank you

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you! I appreciate that!

[@kylekol]

Yah dude. Online classes were a blur and to see this info on your channel and site. Really breaks things down step by step a lot better than NASM videos and information they have. Plus the videos they have are such poor quality.😂😂😂🙏🏻👌🏻✌🏻

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I really appreciate that!

[@lilibothwell5834]

I'm learning so much...thank you! 8 just got certified.....but I'm learning soooo much more from your videos. Thank you. You are very easy to understand and follow.

[@lilibothwell5834]

*I just got certified

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

@@lilibothwell5834 congrats on getting certified! Thank you for the feedback! It’s really great to hear that you’re finding the videos helpful!

[@oFactual]

bro i am a trainer and you are doing the lords work keep it up and keep posting!!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks for your support!

[@luislomas4312]

I'm a freshly certified trainer and boy am I relieved to have found this channel. I was nervous because I had all this information but still didn't know what to do with it. Now that you guys are KZbinrs, there is going to have to be some Channel-related Merch lol. Cheers to a wide-reaching channel.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks man! We’ll have to get working on that merch soon lol! We’re glad that you’re finding the content helpful!

[@LinaDalene]

I feel the same! It is like being cluttered with information and not having the experience to unclutter it yet. I am studying through NASM and Physical IQ (South African) and their info isn't the same or completely explained in all the areas, now I need to prepare for the exam of Physical IQ but am confused since some parts were left out by them.

[@gpelaez20006]

This was excelent!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you!

[@lamontwit2X]

@sortahealthy In a way, this is pretty motivating not just for the potential clients and their goals, but for the trainers to gather information as well as learning people skills while having a casual conversation. It's a win-win team effort, that benefits both parties. Appreciate it as I am also a Certified Personal Trainer, so thanks again!!!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

That’s exactly right! We’ll said! I’m glad that you found the video helpful!

[@hingora9042]

Awesome 👍

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad that you found it helpful!

[@Sacrifice-Paid]

I’m in the uk and currently doing my level 2&3 which I know are just entry level to start, and I know it’s a tough industry to join, but, I find myself in a situation where my career of 20 years is coming to an end, and fitness is the only other thing, aside from music that I could see myself doing, I go the gym 4-5 times a week myself, so watching sone of your videos is quite helpful, as I’m going into an industry as a nobody and need to make a career out of it, scary……

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Starting out as a trainer is pretty tough but it’s very possible to make a career out of it! Be ready for a slow start and to be outside of your comfort zone for a good while in the beginning. If you can push through that awkward first year and improve a little bit each day you’ll succeed in the long run. Best of luck to you!

[@alexcatalfamo5464]

If i could make a recommendation, focus on training one specific client and solving one specific problem for them. This will show that you are an expert in such field and make it easier for you to produce premium results thus increasing your value. Hope this helps you out and if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

[@bella64276]

I just received my fitness instructor level 2 certificate and I am confused about how far I can give advice despite not being a personal trainer yet. I'm having a client in an hour who I am going to interview for their fitness goals. Thank you for your great channel very helpful

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I’m glad you found the video helpful! Stay confident! Experience is the best teacher in personal training!

[@alexcatalfamo5464]

Hey Bella, just saw your comment, you don't need to have any degrees or certifications to personal train or give advice (although it is recommended to have at some point). If i could make a recommendation though, instead of selling personal training, focus on selling results or transformations. Focus on a specific audience and solve a specific problem. hope this helps you out and if you have any questions, please ask away.

[@Swf23]

As always you are a wealth of great information! I appreciate it very much! I like your suggestion of mini-workout session offer for first consult. What type of programs do you assemble for mini-workouts if you don't yet know the physical ability of the client? Is there any particular workout that you recommend, or are there some exercises that are better than others?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I have a planned workout I use for consults that I adjust as needed to the individual. It’s very simple, basic exercises that give me an idea of how they move and also are somewhat simple to get right form wise. For example, rows either on a cable machine or single arm, bar push-ups, a lateral band walk, squats, etc. Exercises that can be progressed or regressed as needed.

[@nykrodriguez15]

These are great! What is your 8 week phasing? I'd love to hear that talk track!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks! I discuss our phasing in depth in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaWTY4x_iJySis0 The phasing chart we use is also available for download at: www.sortahealthylifestyle.com/freepersonaltrainingforms

[@rachelhenderson3275]

I'd love your review of the vagaro software in detail

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Im not sure I’ll ever do a full video on Vagaro but I do very much like the software! We still use it today! I talk about it a fair amount in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYrLhZuBqtaYjrM

[@JacTicTac]

As a newly certified PT this is exactly the type of thing I'm looking for to help me feel confident with training actual clients. Honestly explained, simply straightforward, methods that a previously successful trainer developed and uses. This is potentially one of those dumb questions, but It would really help me understand what to do; can you give a few examples of what you mean by 'professionalism' in this context? Is it something like being proper in speech or explaining thoroughly or having the right information or looking 'professional' or something else or all of the above? What do you imagine when you say you're professional? Thank you!!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad you found it helpful! As far as professionalism, pretty much all of the things you mentioned. You want to look and act professional in your speech, mannerisms, and attitude towards a potential client.

[@kristen5199]

Thank you so, so much! I just got hired as a PT at a commercial gym (starting once gyms open again) and I am super nervous but excited. I am seeking out as much info as I can so I can really help people reach their goals. I am just wondering, how do you go about discussing nutrition? I am an exercise science major at the moment and have taken a few nutrition classes, but I thought you are not supposed to give diet advice as a trainer since you're not a dietitian? Any advice would be super helpful! Thanks again for the video :)

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks for the feedback! What kind of advice you can legally give to people on nutrition totally depends on where you live. If you’re in the USA look at 6:05 in the video. That should give you an idea of what you can legally do. If you’re not in the USA you’ll probably have to do a little more research on what you can do.

[@kristen5199]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Okay thank you! I live in the US

[@priyadass1311]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation so is the regulation dependent on where the trainer lives or the trainee?

[@lisajudkins9859]

You cannot give nutrition advice if you live in the US. You have to refer them to a nutritionist or dietician. You can ask them what their diet is you can make suggestions but not right up nutrition plans.

[@nickphoenix2518]

This is a blessing bro lol

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@kellyhaggerty3100]

Do you do the free workout the same day as the consultation? Why do you feel someone on the fence should try a session if you already gave them a free one? When you charge for a single session, does that session cost more then a single session in your package? All these questions are here because I respect your content! I rarely comment but I want to know! I've been watching your channel quite a bit! Thank you for everything!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks for the kind words! I’m glad you’re finding everything helpful! We do offer a free workout on the first day/consultation. About 2/3s of people do it and the other third usually just wants to sign up and get into the actual program. I’m not sure I follow your next question. A free sample workout is just part of the consultation. There are no other free workouts. Yes, a single session should definitely cost a lot more than a session in a package. If you want to learn more about that check out this pricing video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWbGZZWOr8ehpJI

[@kellyhaggerty3100]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation The follow up was more of a question in regards to when the free workout is done. Thanks for clarifying and responding to my comment! It means a lot!

[@onlyJle]

Hi Jeff, extremely helpful videos! Just want to ask when we write programs for clients. Do we send the clients the program that we have designed for them or do we just go through it with them without showing them? I know PT's that do send it and some that don't. I just started personal training and I am unsure. Hope to see your view on this :)

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you! I don’t typically send in person clients programs unless they ask for them. If they ask, I’ll create them something small but that’s usually it.

[@onlyJle]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Thanks so much for your reply! Keep doing what you're doing Jeff! I'm so glad I found your channel

[@divyanichauhan1211]

Do you have the consulation form on your website as I cannot seem to find it,. Thank you so much, these videos are really preparing me for my new job.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

You can find them here under consultation forms: www.sortahealthytrainered.com/businessforms Thanks for your support!

[@BriaBabyyyy]

Hi I have a question. Do you do the consultation first and then if they decide they want you as their personal trainer you do the assessment at another time or do you do the consultation and assessment all at one time? If that makes sense.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Yup the consultation is the initial meeting where we go over goals, do health history stuff and then do a shortened sample workout. I do their assessment in their next appointment assuming that they sign up for a package.

[@ebonyhalfacre_fitness4262]

Hello Jeff and thank you for the detailed explanation. I’m a new trainer as of Oct 2021 and I'm so nervous LOL. Your channel was recommended to me. I wanted to know if you charge your potential clients for the consultation? Is it a good idea to have clients pay via credit/debit card only, or is cash a good option? I also love the idea of having them try a short workout routine, very clever.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks for the kind words and support! Consultations are always free with me. I allow cash, card, and check. If clients want to pay in cash or check, they just have to pay for the package in full. If they’d rather pay as they go, I keep a card on file.

[@ebonyhalfacre_fitness4262]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation You’re welcome and thank you. So if clients pay as they go, you charge their card that’s on file?

[@alexcatalfamo5464]

Hey there, I just saw your comment and wanted to give you some advice if you don't mind. If you can charge by card I recommend it (especially if you are doing online training). Also, seeing how you just got into the fitness profession last year, try to focus on solving a specific problem for a specific type of person. This will allow you to produce better results and increase your value. Hope this helps and any questions, ask away.

[@ebonyhalfacre_fitness4262]

@@alexcatalfamo5464 Oh absolutely i doing mind any advice. Can you elaborate more on solving a specific problem for specific type of person? And how would I factor in nutritional advice? I’m currently working on my nutrition certificate. Thanks again!

[@alexcatalfamo5464]

@@ebonyhalfacre_fitness4262 Yes of course. Think about this, if I were to ask you, "what problem are you solving?" what would your answer be? Would you even have an answer? See, you don't want to sell "personal training," you want to sell a transformation or a solution to a problem. Does that make sense? If not let me know, maybe I can jump on a call with you and see if I can offer more clear advice for you.

[@priyadass1311]

Thanks again Jeff. One question I have is regarding the informed consent. Does that include the waiver, or is the waiver another form to be filled?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

The informed consent it basically just a waiver that says if you get hurt training with me, I’m not liable, unless I do something really stupid. The Health History Questionnaire and PARQ are both required waivers too but they’re more strait to the point and just checking boxes. Again, in the USA all three forms are necessary.

[@priyadass1311]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation thanks. With virtual/online training, would I need to modify the informed consent?

[@Carol__3492]

Hoping against hope for a smile to stick around.

[@Thereal_jonesy]

Hi, within the consultation do you do complete the PAR Q, Health History Questionare, The Informed Consent Form and speak about the princings you require for your services etc ?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I talk about the PAR Q, HHQ and informed consent at 7:08. I talk about pricing towards the end of the video.

[@Apexpreadator101]

Hey Jeff, Thankyou for the helpful video. The other vids I checked were also very valuable :). So...I am currently working as a freelance personal trainer in my local gym. I am thus responsible to find my clients. My current strategy is to introduce myself to members, talk to them about things like their fitness goals and then I offer a free session to get some advice about exercises, nutrition for their goals. I currently send them a list of questions to answer and then we plan the session and after the session we talk about how the session went and if they would be interested to take PT. What I want to know, is this a good strategy or would you do it differently? I really struggle with my sequence of events right now. Things like: Should I ask these people after the first encounter if they want to have a free session? Should I send a question form to them before this session? In your consultation, you ask if people have barriers and when they answer that question, you'll give them information how you'll help them overcome these barriers. Can I ask this question? The people I approach in this way are not necessarily looking to buy PT, because I approached them and they did not come to me... I hope that you see my thought process here, haha.. Could you maybe draw a 'timeline' for me? Like: first you talk to people, then you ask them if they want a session, then do the session etc. I hope you understand my question ;')...Thanks in advance!

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

I would personally rework this a little bit. So, the first step should be a face to face consultation. During that time, you’d go over all of the things I’m guessing you do in your question form-goals, history, barriers to success, etc. This should be a conversation where you both connect with the client, make it known you understand their goals and show them the value you may provide them. At this time, you’d also go through a detailed health history and required paperwork for training. At the same time as the consultation, or another time, you could offer them a sample session. You don’t have to do this but it’s certainly helpful. I usually do this as a shortened session just to give them a taste of what a session might look like. I very much explain that this is just a sample, their programming would be more specific to them should they sign up. At the end of the consultation/workout, you could then ask if they have any questions and if they’d be interested in coming back in and seeing packages/pricing. By this time, you should have a pretty good idea of whether or not someone is interested in signing up. Explain pricing if necessary and let them tell you what they want to do.

[@Apexpreadator101]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation thankyou very much! Besides, I was wondering what I should 'promise' the person what they get when I approach them? I am talking about the free session I offer. Because right now, I am not yet in the position that people come to me and be like 'hey I want you to be my PT'. Right now, I have to get out there (in my gym) and talk to people.

[@alexmorris9754]

For the consultation is the waiver needed as well? What about if you plan to train clients outside are there any other additional waivers to sign?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

A waiver is needed before they workout so if you workout in their consultation, then yes. There are no additional waivers for outside training.

[@alagon5380]

Hi !! Love all the information and well presented . 1) I go to client's homes , I did with affluent market . I do phone consultation before doing an assesment . Would you charge on the initial consultation ? 2) If you had them try a session would you charge in this market , thanks . If so how much ?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

My consultation is always free. Even when I trained people in their homes I would still offer the consultation for free. Tbh it’s probably one of those things that would work either way, free or charged depending on how you frame it though. They would be charged for their next session for sure though. I would charge anywhere between $1.00 to $1.50 per minute for training in an affluent area. In really affluent areas you may even charge a bit more. I would also charge a little extra on top of that for a travel fee. Hope that helps! Thanks for the support!

[@alagon5380]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Thank you so much !! I charge 1500.00 3x week . I'm been involved in training 20 years . Who can i reach for affluent client , business model , social media ?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

That would make sense for an affluent area where you’re traveling to the client. You’d be right around that $1.50 a minute plus travel fee. That’s assuming they’re averaging 12-13 sessions a month and you’re charging $1500 a month.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

As far as marketing help with affluent clients goes, you definitely need to present yourself as high end and qualified. I would certainly make it known that you have all those years of experience. A professional website goes a long way too.

[@alagon5380]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation awesome ! I'll keep following you , who would you suggest in the higher market , On line training ? I do many of the Eastern fitness , very unique and very good media ,PR ?

[@coryfitness1841]

Hey I have a question say for example you meet a client while they working out and you offer them a free workout should I do a consultation and all the steps after I do the free workout.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Ya in that case I would still take them through the sit down portion of the consultation separately. I wouldn’t do a workout with a potential client without first having them fill out the PAR Q, Health history questionnaire, and informed consent though. If you do a workout with them and somehow, they get injured or anything else, without those forms being filled out first you’re liable for damages. So make sure that you protect yourself.

[@coryfitness1841]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation thanks so much I’m getting certified with nasm will continue to watch more videos if I have any questions I will reach out thanks.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Of course! If you have any questions let me know!

[@tai-chitvpastorellahealthp8741]

Sir, I appreciate your content. I am at this for 30+ years and you have given me much food for thought. Is there a software that you would suggest that you can do any evaluation on a. Store it for you B. Send it to the client so that they can print it, and Tay accountable by tra king their workouts and meals onit?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

That’s awesome! It sounds like you’ve done very well! I don’t really use any software for this assessment. I just print it off and give it to my client in person. You can access our consultation forms here: www.sortahealthytrainered.com/businessforms

[@tai-chitvpastorellahealthp8741]

Thank you. I will work on this.

[@SarahBushCoaching]

How long are your consultations? Including time to fill out paperwork seems like it would be long, but most trainers I've heard have said 15-20 minutes

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Our consultations are about 75 minutes on average.

[@karlapalacios4114]

I have a questions. If I'm training a couple, they both want to loose weight and want to workout together. Should I keep the exercises so that it applies to both or should I program for both of them separately? can you give ANY advice on training a couple.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

You kind of have to find a balance between the two things. If they both have the same goal and similar physical capabilities then this is easy. If they don’t then it can be pretty hard. I’ll be releasing a video on this soon!

[@LinaDalene]

Hi there, I'm studying online for my PT exam (as I have no other financial option) and I am still confused about some things, for example: at which point do you talk about the nutrition part, motivation - do you do that at the screening or after the fitness tests when you do the goal setting (it makes more sense at the goals because we were taught the screening is about clearing them for exercise, but since they also a the general an lifestyle questionnaire there it confuses me a bit.) Also, how does the single-leg squat assessment compare to the OHS and when do you do the push/Pull assessment and single-leg squat? (I was taught you always do the OHS unless the client can't). What exactly does the V02 max number mean to you as a trainer a how does it influence how the person will be trained. Lastly, when you o screening you o the PARQ, General, Lifestyle and Medical Questions, but I am unsure what to do with the info - PARQ as far as I can tell identifies major signs and symptoms an you send them for clearance an the medical form can tell of further signs or symptoms, but what about the risk screening (HR, BP, BMI, WHR), your not gonna send the client for clearance for smoking or having a sedentary life (Do you just send them for the bigger risks eg high BP or HR - I mean what does it mean for me as a trainer if they have for example 3 risk factors?). Thank you for the videos so far. I find them very helpful in terms of the practical flow of things an the way to talk to clients.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Hopefully your studying is going well! I'm sure it is! -I talk about nutrition through the entire consultation. I talk about it most during short and long term goal setting and of course the full nutrition section of the consultation, which is about 2/3s of the way through the sit down portion of the process. -We talk goal setting and motivation through the entire consultation process. More of it specifically happens before the physical portion of the consultation, but goals should be talked about the entire time because they're seeing you and potentially paying you to help them achieve a goal. -I'm not sure I understand your question about the single leg squat and OHS. I have all of my clients, who can do an overhead squat, do it. I also have my clients due multiple different single leg movement screens as those are part of the functional movement screen that I use. These tests are done in the assessment after the consultation. There are multiple right ways to do all of this though. - VO2 max or maximal oxygen uptake will mean almost nothing to you as a trainer, unless you work in a laboratory. You wont have any accurate ways to test your clients VO2 max nor will they care about VO2 max. -In the United States you have to have your client fill out the PAR Q, Healthy History Questionnaire and the informed consent. If they say yes to anything on the PAR Q, you have to send them to a medical professional before doing a training program. As far the health history goes, if they present any heart, lung, or other dangerous potential symptoms/problems, they should consult with a doctor before beginning a training program. Good Questions! Let me know if you have any more! I'm glad that you're finding them helpful!

[@LinaDalene]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Thank you! For me ot seemed like the single leg squat is like a more zoning down of the muscles and would be better than OHS but I understand now you do both. My main fear for the exam is that I might forget something, leave something out and fail. Thank you for all the help and info. Im gonna use your videos as refreshers and info in the future

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

It’s a lot to remember but I’m sure you’ll do well. What exam are you taking?

[@LinaDalene]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation national certificate in fitness

[@luxuryFean]

What do you mean by a full kneeling on an assessment?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Are you referring to the kneeling pushups or something else?

[@lorifenn6815]

Couldn't access forms. Page not found😢

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Try this link instead: www.sortahealthytrainered.com/freepersonaltrainingforms

[@chariots8x230]

I’m trying to find the consultation form on your website but I’m not sure which one it is. Can you please tell me what name you gave it?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

It’s labeled “consultation forms” under the business forms page!

[@chariots8x230]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation I found it. Thank you for letting me know! :) I was looking at the Training Forms earlier.

[@marialilianafranco708]

Hi Jeff! I do not see the consultation forms.

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Hi Maria! The consultation forms are available for download at www.commenceonlinetraining.com/downloads

[@perrisscott1090]

Hi Jeff! Do you charge differently for your online packages?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

We charge the same way for virtual personal training or one-on-one personal training via webcam. We charge differently for online coaching and we are actually releasing a video on pricing for online coaching today!

[@perrisscott1090]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation interesting 🤔. I can't wait to watch the video...because I have fel like training snd coaching are not directly interchangeable so I'm eager to hear what you guys have to share. Thank you!

[@benlovesfitness6924]

We need trying together

[@steve00alt70]

What if clients/patients are naturally rude and in a bad mood? Can you refuse service to them? They should leave their emotions at the door because PT's arnt qualified psycologists. But of course I would want to cheer them up. Im an introverted PT

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Ya you can turn anyone down if you don’t want to work with them. I’ve personally never done it but it’s always an option. In pretty much any job you’re going to have clients who are easy to work with and ones who aren’t. Training is certainly no different.

[@throxen]

jeff all phases together are 6-8 weeks?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thanks for reaching out! Each individual phase is 6-8 weeks.

[@throxen]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation thank you jeff

[@Pbell_cpt]

Do you make the client pay for the consultation?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

No in my studio consultations are free

[@Pbell_cpt]

@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation thanks for following back up. Your videos are awesome 👏

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Thank you I really appreciate that!

[@eziafaachebe4575]

do u charge for consultation?

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

Consultations are free in my studio.

[@functionalfitness247]

got Instagram? link didnt work

[@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation]

www.Instagram.com/sortahealthy_alexis and www.Instagram.com/sortahealthypersonaltraining