Unique Skills and Experience
I have an extensive education in human anatomy and applied mechanics through muscle activation technique (MAT) and Resistance Training Specialist seminars. Therefore, unlike many personal trainers, I have a very thorough knowledge of body mechanics. Most personal training certifications and educational programs briefly cover human movement. On the other hand, as an MAT specialist, I am required to have a thorough understanding of all joints and associated muscles.
The advantage of knowing human mechanics is in the ability to prepare individualized exercise programs that safely and accurately match the unique needs of the client. For example, a client, who is overweight, may be experiencing pain in the knee. Through muscle activation technique, an unstable joint may be identified. As a result, the program may be designed so that the unstable joint is not over stressed and the exercises are properly progressed through increasing levels of intensity. By doing so, further damage to the joint can be prevented and a possible resolution to the joint problem can be reached. Ultimately, as the client is progressed through more challenging exercises, a reduction in weight can be achieved.
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