NASM Master Instructor Roundtable: A Show for Personal Trainers

On this edition of the Master Instructor Roundtable Wendy and Marty will be joined with two special guests, fellow NASM Master Instructors Andy Hanley and Chris Ecklund, who will each take the opportunity to describe one of their favorite exercises. During the discussion each Master Instructor will provide specific feedback as to why they choose that particular exercise as well as provide specific thoughts as to why they feel their exercise should be included in more individuals programming . This addition of the Master Instructor Roundtable will provide you a detailed look into how each MI evaluates exercises and how they create their programs. March is Nutrition Month. Don't miss your chance to get one FREE course each week from NASM. http://nasm.co/3rh7yjx)

Join Marty Miller and Wendy Batts for the latest Master Instructor Roundtable where you will learn how to create push up progressions and regressions for all phases of the OPT Model while taking a deeper look at many of the common push up variations that are utilized in the gym each and every day.

In this Master Instructor Roundtable Wendy and Marty will uncover the key components in being able to successfully building your clients of all fitness level to safely and effectively perform pushups with ideal form and technique. Want a quick, easy and affordable way to change your life? Hit the ground running with the most revolutionary personal training program ever developed and start transforming lives from 9 to 99 with the all-new Certified Personal Training program. http://nasm.co/2NEnDRm

Becoming a Certified Personal Trainer is an important first step in having a successful career within the fitness industry. However, it is crucial to have a great approach to establishing yourself as a highly desirable Fitness Professional to potential employers during the interview process. In this week's Master Instructor Roundtable Wendy and Marty will share successful interviewing strategies that will allow you to separate yourself as a can't miss hire during the interview process. Become an even more hirable Personal Trainer with our FREE virtual coaching mini course. http://nasm.co/2Z1W3jo

Part 3 Program Design- In this Master Instructor Roundtable, hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts discuss the concept of program design regarding the burpee and its progressions and regressions. They'll also discuss how burpees can safely and effectively be a part of almost all your clients' programs. After this session you will never look at burpees in the same way! February is National Heart Month. Celebrate with a free course each week from NASM. http://nasm.co/3cFo7Be

In this Master Instructor Roundtable , hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller discuss the common compensations that occur when individuals perform burpees before properly progressions are achieved will be identified, as well as other assessments that can help to identify kinetic chain movement compensations will be discussed in order to make burpee training a fun and progressive process. Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! http://nasm.co/2NCMjcX

One of the most beloved or at times hated exercises within the fitness industry is the burpee. It can be a great exercise when utilized properly, and can be deconstructed so that portions of the burpee can be developed in order to improve individual's efficiency. Join Marty Miller and Wendy Batts for this Master Instructor Round Table. The first in a three-part series discussing burpees. Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! http://nasm.co/398ZMS8

In this Master Instructor Roundtable, Wendy and Marty cover the fundamental components in creating successful and effective programming. Frequently fitness professionals lose sight of the most important, impactful, and relevant training components to make their training sessions fun and entertaining. This Master Instructor Roundtable will allow you to re-focus on the basics to maximize your clients' training outcomes. Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! http://nasm.co/35YsW4v

The OPT model is the most versatile evidence-based training methodology in the fitness industry. Often fitness professionals first learn to apply the OPT Model for one-on-one training sessions. With the popularity of small group training fitness professionals at times lose sight of the scientific principles of the OPT Model and simply focus training groups at high intensities. In this episode, Master Instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller take you through how to set up a small group training session that is focused on the Power Phase of the OPT Model. Start the new year off right with our FREE course, "The Science Behind Effective Weight Loss." This 5-part mini course covers topics like metabolism, nutrition, exercise, psychology, behavior change, and finally, how you can put it all together. Sign up today! http://nasm.co/3b4Eerb

Join Regional Master Instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller as they wrap up 2020 and take a look back on what was learned in the fitness industry. FREE MINI COURSE: With NASM’s Science Behind Effective Weight Loss mini course, you’ll learn the appropriate methods to lose weight efficiently. http://bit.ly/3nWtRJs

Join NASM Master Instructors Prentiss Rhodes, Wendy Batts, and Marty Miller as they breakdown how to integrate corrective exercise into your small group training. The three will touch on the desired outcome for trainers and clients, the assessments needed, programming and so much more.

From text messaging to video games to streaming YouTube videos like this one, we’re all guilty of straining our necks and our eyes to stay engaged with the world around us. And while doing so keeps us informed and connected, it also adds fuel to the fire around what’s known as tech neck. Join NASM Master Instructors and hosts Prentiss Rhodes, Wendy Batts, and Dr. Marty Miller for a discussion on Tech Neck. They'll touch on what it is, the key muscles involved, how to assess it, and how to program for it to help your clients. Download our FREE 'Importance of Stretching' Mini Course and learn why stretching is a fundamental basis for the Corrective Exercise Specialization, as well as the scientific rationale behind the discipline. https://nasm.co/37M6pHZ Podcast ⏱Timestamps: 1:30 An Introduction to Tech Neck 6:45 Key Muscles Involved 12:30 Assessment Tips 20:10 Considering Results 23:50 Corrective Exercise Continuum 45:25 Key Takeaways 53:40 Open Q&A

In Part 2, Wendy and Marty will review many of the most used glute targeting exercises fitness enthusiasts and fitness professionals use each day. A deep dive into proper form, progressions, and regressions will be explored to help you maximize your and or your client's glute training. Have you heard about the newest specialization that was announced at Optima? With the new Virtual Coaching Specialization, NASM provides you with all the knowledge you need to succeed in a digital world. Coach clients online today. https://nasm.co/3jjX3qK ⏱Timestamps: 2:40 The Importance of Glute Training 7:15 Anatomy Review 9:20 Importance of Triple Flexion 11:00 Biomechanics 18:15 Floor Bridge 26:10 Rear Kickbacks 29:20 Lateral Band Walking 34:40 Side-Lying Hip Abductor 38:05 Hinging Patterns 44:35 Kettlebell Swings 51:25 Single-Leg Squat (a.k.a. Pistols) 55:30 Lunges 57:20 Step-Ups 1:01:30: Key Takeaways 1:03:00: Open Q&A 💪Relevant NASM Certifications Corrective Exercise Specialization: https://nasm.co/3mYEydv Personal Training Certification: https://nasm.co/3eKWNAB 📚USEFUL RESOURCES Which Exercises Target the Gluteal Muscles?: https://nasm.co/3kcQirm How Posture & Corrective Exercise Intermix: https://nasm.co/2Jzf7AT The Importance of Glute Training: https://nasm.co/3n2F0rw 💻 NASM has a few hubs of fresh fitness content that you can use for free. Head to these pages for a wealth of fitness resources. NASM Blog ► https://nasm.co/32mRwtL NASM CPT Podcast: ► https://nasm.co/3n4GpOd Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-/

The unfortunate truth about lower-body workouts is that many people work out for purely cosmetic reasons. Yes, glutes are important for the all-around aesthetic appeal, but there is actually a purpose behind training them that goes far beyond having a great bottom. Join NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts, Marty Miller, and Prentiss Rhodes as they discuss the actual functions of the glute complex and proper exercise progressions and regressions regarding ideal glute training. Become a Corrective Exercise Specialist. NASM has everything you need to specialize and start preventing client injuries. https://bit.ly/3lIPxHP ⏱Timestamps: 2:40 An Introduction to Glute Training 3:45 The Importance of Glute Training 11:30 Anatomy Lessons 17:10 Assessments to Consider 25:50 Impaired Glute Performance 31:00 Programming Variables 42:00 Hip Flexibility 43:30 Total Glute Activation 51:30 Key Takeaways 54:40 Open Q&A 💪Relevant NASM Certifications Performance Enhancement Specialization: https://nasm.co/357pWmi Personal Training Certification: https://nasm.co/32lTsTp 📚USEFUL RESOURCES 7 Ways to Effectively Build Stronger, Larger Glutes: https://nasm.co/2IfZzBLA Review of Functional Human Anatomy Part 2: https://nasm.co/3p7GNNs Corrective Exercise: Maximize Client Recovery & Movement Quality: https://nasm.co/2I9cG7E 💻 NASM has a few hubs of fresh fitness content that you can use for free. Head to these pages for a wealth of fitness resources. NASM Blog ► https://nasm.co/3l6Q1r6 NASM CPT Podcast: ► https://nasm.co/2I9p9Z1 Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-academy-of-sports-medicine-nasm-/

NASM Master Trainers Prentiss Rhodes, Wendy Batts, and Marty Miller talk about the Power Phase of the OPT Model. They address: - Should everyone do Phase 5? Why isn’t this optional? - Do you have to perform 1-5 reps in the strength portion? - What are some alternatives to using a wall or MB? I don’t have a wall in my gym and it seems that you need to have this to perform the explosive exercises - And much more! Download the program they reference on this episode: https://nasm.co/3n6NVbh You can master the OPT Model and so much more. Become a member of NASM Connected today.

Host and Master Instructor Prentiss Rhodes is joined by NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller for a live trainer roundtable. The three will discuss the ins and outs of Phases 2, 3, and 4 in the OPT™ Model. Want CEUs for listening to this? Join NASM Connected and get access to this CEU quiz and hundreds of others. Find out how today. https://nasm.co/3je2sQ6 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/

Host and Master Instructor Prentiss Rhodes is joined by NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller for a live trainer roundtable. The three will discuss the ins and outs of Phase 1, the stabilization and endurance phase, in the OPT™ Model. Download the Referenced slides here: https://nasm.co/31D3AXp Want CEUs for listening to this? Join NASM Connected and get access to this CEU quiz and hundreds of others. Find out how today. https://nasm.co/3je2sQ6 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/personaltrainers/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nasm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasm_fitness/