Share/Bookmark 1. Do you have the proper training? As Kettlebell training becomes more popular, there are so called “experts” popping up all over the place. It takes 10,000 hours of practice to master a subject. I’ve completed both the RKC II and CK-FMS certifications, built a successful group Kettlebell program and trained several individuals for their RKC certifications-and I rarely…

A heluva lot of smart coaches gave their input. The result = 47 random tips for personal trainers.

Share/Bookmark The busy first month of the year is in the books and I hope you were all able to retain a good amount of your New Years clients. As we enter the depths of winter days tend to get long and motivation tends to sway but keep your heads up and keep getting your clients great results. February and…

The top 12 best posts published by the PTDC in 2011 and a massive thank you.

Share/Bookmark Merry Christmas everybody. From all of us at the PTDC we want to wish you a happy and healthy holidays. Enjoy the break and hit it hard in 2012. If you missed the PTDC posts from this past week check them out first: Metabolic Conditioning – Don’t say it unless you know what it is – Brad Schoenfeld Personal…

Share/Bookmark It’s the most wonderful time of the year With the kids jingle belling And everyone telling you “Be of good cheer” It’s the most wonderful time of the year It’s the hap-happiest season of all With those holiday greetings and gay happy meetings When friends come to call It’s the hap- happiest season of all Welcome to the holiday…

The best blog posts from online personal trainers this past week.

Share/Bookmark Hey ya’ll.  This week is a bigger list than usual.  Must have been better info this week.  Or maybe I had more time as my book is currently with my editor and www.jonathangoodman.ca is up and running. For all of our American readers I hope you had a great Turkey Day.  There were tons of meaningful and inspirational posts…

Share/Bookmark Wow it’s been a busy week.  One of the busiest I’ve ever had.  As a result the two PTDC articles this past week have focused on work life balance.  If you missed them, have a read: Fitness 4 You – In Your Crazy Life – Jon Goodman Gym Before Work? – 10 Habits that Help a Busy Mom Cope…

Neghar Fonooni describes how she fits in the gym with her busy life being a mother among all of her other responsibilities. Encourage your busy clients to follow her 10 habits and watch their energy levels and commitment to the gym rise.