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Qualities that effective personal trainers require - Knowledgeable
Supportive
Model of healthy behaviour
trustworthy
enthusiastic
innovative
patient
sensitive
flexible
self-aware
able to access material, resources, and services
able to generate expectations of success
committed to providing timely specific feedback
Capable of providing clear, reasonable instructions, and plans
Knowledgeable - know about the subject matter they are discussing
and will be discussing with their clients
Supportive - supporting clients and their goals
Model of healthy behaviour - trainers need to practice what they
preach to convince their clients that the program is worth the
sacrifice
, Trustworthy - clients should feel comfortable sharing information
related to their health and well being
Enthusiastic - The trainer should be motivating and show a keen and
genuine interest in clients an what they are doing inside and outside
of the fitness centre
Innovative - the trainer should be constantly looking for ways to add
variety and improve their client's programs and ultimate results
Patient - Client’s personalities and motivation will be different for
each so the trainer needs to be accepting of that.
Sensitive - Whether you can relate to them or not, it is critical that
you show compassion and understanding
Flexible - Each client is unique and will require you to be flexible in
your approach. One style will definitely not fit all of your clients.
Self-Aware - need to be aware of your own strengths and weaknesses
and how others perceive you
Able to access material resources and services - you must be able to
refer your clients to other professionals or other resources