Introduction to Exercise Modalities

Be familiar with all the different types of modalities that are used as a Personal Trainer.

• Machines
  • Less intimidating to a beginner client
  • Does not require a spotter
  • Extra support to special-needs clients
  • Different weight and intensity provided

• Free Weights
  • Challenges core stabilization
  • Used by a variety of populations for different performance goals
  • Being able to perform multijoint movements
  • Improves postural stability
  • Proper exercise technique is required

• Bands and Rubber Tubing
  • inexpensive alternative to training with resistance
  • multiple planes of motion
  • Variety of color, thickness and shape
  • Greater range of motion (ROM)

• Medicine Balls
  • Come in different color and weight
  • Use to increase endurance, muscular strength, endurance, power
  • Dynamic Power Benefits
  • Use many different planes of motion, movement and intensity

• Kettle Bell
  • Helps with coordination and balance
  • Core stability
  • Helps improve grip strength
  • Proper exercise technique is required

• Body Weight Training
  • Uses own weight as a resistance
  • Proper exercise form is required
  • Does not require any equipment
  • Train in all planes of motion

• TRX suspension training
  • Helps modify exercises for clients with special needs
  • Intensify muscle activation
  • Proper exercise technique is required