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1622: Nine Signs Your Trainer Sucks
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover nine red flags to watch out for when hiring a personal trainer.
- The NINE red flags to watch out for when hiring a personal trainer. (1:46)
- #1 – FAILING to do an assessment. (3:16)
- #2 – ZERO focuses on correctional exercise. (7:13)
- #3 – FEELING worse after your workout. (12:30)
- #4 – Gauging the success of your workout based on soreness. (18:00)
- #5 – Showing up late. (20:08)
- #6 – NOT helping you perfect your technique or form. (24:57)
- #7 – EVERYTHING is about motivation. (30:25)
- #8 - Being the ‘entertainment’ trainer. (35:46)
- #9 – OVERSELLING supplements. (42:37)
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