NASM Master Instructor Roundtable: A Show for Personal Trainers

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, uncover the benefits of resistance training, while exploring the six unique applications of force available. In addition, they detail when and how they are the most beneficial to eliciting specific training outcomes, and how each fit into the OPT Model. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3YcdXMJ

Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3HqiWUq On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore all things isometrics. The use of isometrics is often overlooked or misunderstood as a key component of resistance training. After this episode you will have a better understanding of the science of isometrics, as well as how to create new and fun isometric exercises.

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the importance of core training, the anatomy that makes up this area of the body, as well as how, and why, every exercise can and must be considered a core exercise. Let our NASM Master Instructors give you a new understanding of the function of the core, as well as how to make every exercise a core exercise. It’s time to get right down to the core! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3QOqoff

Who doesn’t love a nice Q&A to start the new year? On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, review questions many of you have asked via email, or on the NASM - Certified Personal Trainer Facebook page. They’ll leave no stone unturned when it comes to the questions you have, as it is our goal to help you feel even more confident in your career, as well as your ability to transform the lives of your clients. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3ICWxnV

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, separate fact from fiction with several popular fitness myths which continue to circulate within the industry. Trainers will be faced with navigating trends that suddenly become the new hot fitness method, or simply breaking the norm of ideas that have been accepted but are not backed up with science. This episode will deep dive into the value of critical thinking, while using the NASM-OPT Model as a framework for processing all decision making. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3ZdBoH2

In “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts further explore the anatomy and function of the Lateral Subsystem. Having a greater understanding of this group of muscles which supplies support and movement in the frontal plane, its primary roles in human movement, and effective exercise progressions to challenge the Lateral Subsystem will allow you to train your clients more effectively. This is one episode you don’t want to miss! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3i38BUS

If the foot and ankle aren’t functioning properly, it’s difficult for the rest of the kinetic chain to follow suit. In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts will discuss not only feet and ankles laterally rotating, but also detail what commonly happens at the arch of the foot. They’ll also deep dive into mobility assessments, specific examples of solutions tables, several visional demonstrations on how to correct these impairments, why it’s important to reassess every 4-6 weeks and much more! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3GcVg5w

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail commonly used exercises that, with just a few tweaks, drastically increase their overall effectiveness, while reducing chances of injury. Program design is all about maximizing your client's fitness outcomes while minimizing the chance for any type of setback. On this "Do This, Not That" series you will learn how Marty and Wendy breakdown workouts and implement the most impactful exercises possible. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3BB0FAO

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts unpack all things Continuing Education. They will not only review what your bi-annual CEU requirements are, but also explore the value of continuing education, how best to road map your educational journey to maximize your career and the results you and your clients see every day! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3h3TvxC

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail the importance of grip strength. They will review pertinent research that reveals the importance of maintaining or developing grip strength to reduce injuries, improve performance, and maintain overall health as we age. In addition, sample exercises and programming will be provided in accordance with the OPT Model. So, tighten up that grip, and join us for this can’t-miss episode! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3ijNaP8

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller detail the four interdependent, but interconnected, subsystems that help to make up the global musculature system, which is predominantly responsible for human movement. Increasing your knowledge of how the four subsystems produce and reduce force as it pertains to ideal movement patterns across the OPT Model will help you train yourself and your clients like never before! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3Ox8oVO

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, Physical Therapist Chris Nentarz, who has years of clinical experience and is focused on the value and implementation of suspension training within the entire NASM OPT Model. Whether you train clients who have traditional fitness goals, aspiring /elite athletes, or others who need a strong focus on Corrective Exercise, this episode is for you. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3UFc7mj

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts Wendy outline and explore the key assessments which are a critical part of the NASM. As both Wendy and Marty always say, “If you are not assessing you are guessing!” This episode details an in-depth review of these evaluations, as well as the relevant information they provide to you as a fitness professional. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3fXreZ3

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by Nathan Riech, who is a paralympic runner and athlete for Team Canada, and specializes in the 1500m. Last year, Nate became a Paralympic Champion at the 2021 Tokyo Paralympics. The trio will explore how the NASM-OPT Model has played a crucial role in Nate’s athletic success, as well as his long-term interests, and goals, outside of running. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3zy2wW2

As the global leader in fitness education and certification, NASM continues to grow at the international level. In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts, share their personal fitness experiences from the international growth in countries such as Egypt, UAE, and Germany. We continue to span the globe to share NASM’s practices in fitness education and certification! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and you will be delivered your next step in fitness programming knowledge to meet the needs of bodybuilding and physique clients. https://bit.ly/3syCRbJ

After nearly four years in the making, and one year of development, NASM's Physique and Bodybuilding Coach (NASM-PBC) program is finally here! Join hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts, on this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable” as they talk shop with Dr. Guillermo Escalante, lead subject matter expert for the course, and Mike Fantigrassi, NASM's own Senior Director of Product Development. They'll dive into the nuts and bolts of the course, why the desire (and need) to launch it, who contributed to its development and why that's so impactful, how this can benefit your business as a fitness professional or even your personal physique goals, and so much more! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3eN1y0L

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller share personal running stories, discuss common injuries associated with the exercise, important phases of training, recovery, and much more. Run into the knowledge and widen your gate on everything you’ll need for yourself and your clients! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3Mroj6H

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” NASM Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail how to safely and effectively create lower body workout progressions using four of the most commonly used exercises. In addition, application to the OPT Model and all three planes of motion will be discussed. This is one deep dive discussion you definitely don’t want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3e9JZYs

Do you want to learn more about ways to move your fitness career to the next level? Well, you’ve come to the right place. On “Master Instructor Roundtable,” NASM Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, Dr. Jeffery Hatton from PennWest. Dr. Hatton will detail multiple online programs to fit everyone’s needs, as well as discuss valuable information surrounding how you can earn your bachelors, masters and/or doctorate degree while still being able to work and care for your family. This is a webinar you won’t want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3E306BE

Never have all six of our incredible NASM Podcast Network hosts appeared on one show together. Until now. Join Wendy Batts, Angie Miller, Darlene Marshall, Marty Miller, Ken Miller, and Rick Richey for this unique, in-depth look into health and fitness, as well as a full preview of each hosts’ Optima 2022 virtual presentations. Get the best of all worlds and check out this one-of-kind presentation with all your favorite NASM hosts and personal trainers! Don’t forget, Optima 2022 takes place October 13-15. Get all the details here https://www.nasm.org/optima-2022. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3BYOoXp

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts, discuss a popular fitness and performance trend, Blood Flow Restriction, with featured guest, David Marshall. David, Co-Founder & CEO of Suji, details a myriad of topics, like the history of (BFR), applications in fitness and sports performance, and the science that makes BFR such an interesting new application that needs to be examined. Make sure you catch this episode to help expand your personal training repertoire! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3qJNcQZ

Is training woman much different than training men? In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts unpack NASM’s newly updated Women’s Fitness Specialization. Joining them are featured guests, Brian Sutton, NASM Senior Content Development Manager, and Stacey Penney, NASM Product Manager, to help deep dive into key topic areas relevant to women’s health and fitness, as well as what’s new with the course, how this specialization can elevate your business, and much more! The NASM Elite Trainer Bundle currently contains the following programs: Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialization, Certified Nutrition Coach, Performance Enhancement Specialization, Behavior Change Specialization and Certified Group Fitness Instructor. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3ASovqf

It’s back by popular demand! In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, unpack the concept of more "Hidden Gem" exercises which provide major benefits that are frequently overlooked, but can have a high impact on targeting key movement patterns for clients. This episode uncovers those “Hidden Gems” and helps make training more fun, as well as more impactful. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3AtMBrh

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, discuss a growing topic, health span verses life span. We all want to live a long life, but not at the expense of our health. Aging is inevitable, however, if we can live healthier for a longer period, why wouldn't we? Let the NASM Master Instructors help you live your longest and, more importantly, healthiest life! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3QZr40e

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts explore the advantages and proper techniques of sled pushing for your personal training clientele. A sled is a great tool to be used within HIIT for both elevating an individual’s heart rate, or to increase caloric expenditure. However, the science behind the weighted sled, as well as form and technique, should be understood completely in order to maximize the training benefits as well as reduce the chance of injury. This episode will help you push forward your knowledge base on this functional full-body exercise! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3QuUHqd

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts are joined by featured guest, Therabody Founder and Chief Wellness Officer, Dr. Jason Wersland. After a traumatic motorcycle accident, Wersland searched for a solution to relieve his debilitating pain. Realizing the only viable options to alleviate his issue was prescription medicine or surgery, he designed a device from a power tool to ease his discomfort. That invention became the category-defining percussive therapy device, Theragun. Now rebranded as Therabody, the company offers an ecosystem of wellness solutions that help people feel better and live healthier lives. This inspiring, educational, and thought-provoking episode you don’t want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3pcGGBO

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, review a few of the recently released fitness tools that are becoming increasingly popular within the industry. Understanding a fitness tool and how to safely incorporate within the NASM OPT Model is essential for providing safe and effective results for your clients. In addition, so many fitness tools can have a wide range of applications within all the phases of the OPT Model, including corrective exercise and performance enhancement strategies. Keep up to speed with all the latest workout enhancements to hit the market! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3bzkYEF

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts detail the value of closed chain shoulder exercises through their usual extensive power point presentation. Closed chain is an exercise where the segment furthest away from the body is fixed, rather than not fixed. Be sure to tune in to learn the difference between open and closed chain exercises for the shoulder and why there are benefits of both. After this episode you will never look at training shoulders the same! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3zuZrpV

Membership has its privileges. After all, who doesn’t love saving some money? In this “Master Trainer Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts, detail the professional discounts offered through NASM as being a part of the NASM family. These products are NASM partners and can be found once you login to your NASM portal. Why pay full price when you can get discounts off clothes, equipment, and business tools? Be sure to tune in so you are in the know on where you can find these amazing deals! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3yUNk41

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts discuss the unique applications curved non-motorized treadmills provide in comparison to traditional cardio exercise machine. The NASM Master Instructors will also provide a new prospective on the value of utilizing curved non-motorized treadmills with your clients and in your own training. We hope to see you there! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3asIYsB

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and Regional Master Instructors, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts highlight the components of power development, how the body is designed to maximize power development, and how each phase of the OPT Model plays a specific and significant role. Come get all the training secrets from the experts who know them best! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3bIMZJF

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, Michael Watts. Watts will share the benefits of understanding and implementing breathing techniques into each of your clients’ training sessions. Michael is an Applied Sport Scientist and Human Performance expert focused on optimizing the health, wellness, and performance of athletes. He is an integral member of the Human Performance team at Under Armour uncovering the latest research, and insights to help make athletes better. Enjoy this insightful look into advanced breathing techniques! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3y1kRce

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts detail the principle of accommodating resistance, how to apply it in your training, and how it can be implemented within the entire OPT Model. A very popular method of applying the concepts of accommodating resistance is with exercise and resistance bands. Resistance bands are an incredibly versatile and provide unique and specific training adaptations in fitness, sports performance, and rehabilitation, however, their true scientific benefits are often overlooked, until now! Bringing you all the knowledge needed to help take your fitness career to the next level! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3HQrNNR

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendt Batts take a deeper dive into the anatomy and function of the Anterior Oblique Subsystem (AOS). Having a greater understanding of the AOS, its primary roles in human movement, and effective exercise progressions to challenge the AOS will allow you to understand movement dysfunction, as well as to train your clients more effectively. Let the Regional Master Instructors help you take your fitness knowledge to the next level! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3MOH8j5

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts joined by featured guest, Dr. Jeff Godin. Dr. Godin, who earned his Ph.D. in Exercise Science/ Kinesiology at the University of Connecticut and his MS in Exercise Science/ Human Performance at Bridgewater State University, is the Head of Fitness Education for Spartan Race. “Dr. J” has competed in, and finished, over 30 ultra-endurance events, including 100-mile endurance runs, Ironman, Spartan Beast, and numerous other marathons, adventure races, and mountain bike marathons. Get insightful tips to help you train for all your bucket list ultra-endurance events! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3zp4Wqq

Most of the population, at one point or another, will experience low back issues. So, what causes low back arch and what are ways to help clients reduce discomfort and achieve better movement? Well, you’ve come to the right place. In this episode, hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, answer those questions, detail the overhead and single-leg squat assessments, various mobility assessments, as well as site program examples, and much more. Don’t turn your back on this in-depth discussion on the “Master Instructor Roundtable!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3PSyWkv

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts take a deeper dive into the anatomy and function of the Posterior Oblique Subsystem. Having a greater understanding of the Posterior Oblique Subsystem, its primary roles in human movement, and effective exercise progressions to challenge the POS will allow you to train your clients more effectively. This is definitely an episode you won’t want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3t1zQ4f

Do you want to learn more about the history of weightlifting, traditional lifts, and how to program weightlifting into your clients’ programs using the OPT Model? Well, you’ve come to the right place. In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller are joined by featured guest, Rodney Corn to detail a myriad of weightlifting topics. Rodney is the Director of Eleiko Education and has over 30 years of experience in the Health and Fitness industry as a personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, and much more. Be sure to come with your questions and we hope to see you there! For more information on Eleiko's Weightlifting Level 1 event in June, click here: https://eleiko.inspire360.com/workshops?name=Weightlifting The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/380AhVi

On this episode of the "Master Instructor Roundtable," hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts are joined by featured guest, NASM Scientific Advisory Board member and subject matter expert, Dr. Tony Ricci. Dr. Ricci is an Assistant Professor for Health and Human Performance, as well as an Adjunct Professor for the Dept of Psychology and Neuroscience at Nova Southeastern University. For the past 35 years he has dedicated his energies and career to the study of human performance. The trio will discuss Dr. Ricci’s passion for fight science, sports nutrition, and the mental aspects of high performance, as well as his involvement with NASM. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/39UNdN1

Back by popular demand, hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts detail the concept of "hidden gem" exercises which provide major benefits. These programs are often overlooked but can have a high impact on targeting key movement patterns for clients. Learning how to uncover these “hidden gems” will make training more fun and more impactful. Let the “Master Instructor Roundtable” uncover new and unique ways to enhance your fitness skillset. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3s9zUyl

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts, detail the movement compensation, arms fall forward. You will learn the muscles that are overactive, creating the compensation, as well as the muscles that are under active, which allow the compensation. The Regional Master Instructors also review a corrective exercise program designed to improve this common compensation. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3xVIch6

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts discuss a very common movement compensation, knees adduct. You will learn the muscles that are overactive, creating the compensation, as well as the muscles that are underactive, which allow the compensation. They will also review a Corrective Exercise program designed to improve this common compensation. You don’t want to miss this knowledge drop! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3xEAMib

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts are joined by featured guest, Rodney Corn, Director of Eleiko Education, on a myriad of topics like the history of weightlifting, weightlifting and the OPT Model, and the impact Corn has had on Wendy and Marty’s career. They will also preview an upcoming 2-day workshop and what to expect if attending the event. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3uDavPq

In “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts further explore the anatomy and function of the Lateral Subsystem. Having a greater understanding of this group of muscles which supplies support and movement in the frontal plane, its primary roles in human movement, and effective exercise progressions to challenge the Lateral Subsystem will allow you to train your clients more effectively. This is one episode you don’t want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3LMHd6u

If the foot and ankle aren’t functioning properly, it’s difficult for the rest of the kinetic chain to follow suit. In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts will discuss not only feet and ankles laterally rotating, but also detail what commonly happens at the arch of the foot. They’ll also deep dive into mobility assessments, specific examples of solutions tables, several visional demonstrations on how to correct these impairments, why it’s important to reassess every 4-6 weeks and much more! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3uKnz46

In this encore presentation, NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller take a deep dive inside the new release regarding new terminology, updated research, and program design changes. If you happened to miss this incredible content the first time, here’s your opportunity to catch it again on the “Master Instructor Roundtable!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3qy0q3A

In this week's “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller outline a few the most popular exercises seen in fitness centers today that are high risk and could lead to potential injury. The NASM Master Instructors will discuss why these popular exercises should be considered high risk, while providing exercise alternatives that are both safe and effective. Let us help you separate fitness fact from fiction! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3w9OGbm

In this week's “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Wendy Batts and Marty Martin take a deeper introspective into the anatomy and function of the Deep Longitudinal Subsystem. Having a greater understanding of the anatomy of the DLS, as well as its primary roles in human movement, will allow you to train your clients more effectively. This is one episode you won’t want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/360WeSK

Simply put, dynamic stretching is a movement-based type of stretching. In this episode, hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller discuss the purpose of dynamic stretching and best times to incorporate it into your client’s workout. They will cover the importance of using a stretch continuum, along with some of their favorite dynamic exercises they use with their clients and why. Let the “Master Instructor Roundtable” help stretch your personal training knowledge base! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3hviNl4

There are several new and exciting things happening here at NASM. In this week’s “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller are joined by NASM Senior Content Development and Production Manager, Brian Sutton, to unveil the newly released Senior Fitness Specialist course. They explore important topics and considerations when training the active, older adult population. Brian will detail select course updates such as the newest assessments, programs, and much more. This is a webinar you won't want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3vcZLYv