Personal trainer

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/personal-trainer

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What was Personal trainer's job?Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
2. What is the core competencies?Designing safe and effective exercise programs, client assessment, motivation, and wellness education
3. What is the ethical responsibility?Refer clients to healthcare professionals when medical clearance is necessary
4. How does a personal trainer make sure workouts are safe?They start with a health screening and many tests like posture, strength, and heart fitness to see what is safe and how to improve.
5. Why do personal trainers give encouragement and check in regularly?Encouragement and regular check‑ins keep people motivated, help them celebrate progress, and make sure they stay on track even when it gets tough.

Biomechanics: The study of the mechanical laws relating to the movement of living things.
Contraindications: A specific situation in which a procedure or treatment should not be used.
Client-Centered Approach: A philosophy of practice that places the client's needs, preferences, and values at the forefront of care.