Athletic and Personal Trainers - There IS A Difference
11/11/2008
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What comes to mind when you hear the word “trainer?” Do you think of Burgess Meredith shouting at Sylvester Stallone in the corner of the boxing ring? Or perhaps “trainer” conjures an image of a person leading a dog obedience class. It could also be someone who trains you to use a computer. But most likely you think of a fitness professional– someone who works with individuals to lose weight or improve their strength and flexibility. Further, you might think “athletic trainer” and “trainer” are one in the same, but it’s important to differentiate between the two.
When choosing the best professional to provide fitness or health care services for you or members of your family, it’s important to recognize the significant differences between personal trainers and athletic trainers--both in terms of qualifications and practice.
Athletic training is practiced by athletic trainers, health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to optimize ac... read more
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trainers, education, certification, qualifications
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