Client Q&A
Training
Q: How do I decide on what load (weight) to use?
A: Determining Load.
Q: You gave me [Insert Exercise Here] do I use weights?
A: Absolutely use weights. Unless specified ‘bodyweight’ or specifically with a barbell or DBs – you add weight to add intensity. Go as heavy as you can for that number of reps. The goal is always to add more weight to the bar – either by using Dumbbells, Barbells, Kettlebells etc.
Q: I cannot find an exercise you gave me in your library.
A: Send me an email. Although I try to keep my library updated, there are times when I find new moves, and add them to the programs before having chance to shoot the video. Send me an email and I can find it for you.
Q: My gym does not have the machine or equipment for an exercise you gave me.
A: Email me so that I can find a suitable replacement exercise.
Nutrition
Q: What do I do when I cannot train at the time given in my schedule? How do I adjust my nutrition?
A: You can put your training in between a meal and a snack. Post workout nutrition – you can switch your am snack with your pm snack or vice versa. The post workout carbs can be moved to the appropriate meal or snack, so long as they are post workout.
Q: I want to be able to switch out my proteins/carbs/fat for other foods? Can I do that?
A: Yes, you can. However, I caution you from switching too many foods in one meal/snack. It will change the protein/carb/fat ratio totals for the day. You will have to do some calculations. See here.
General Information
Q: I am so lost on posing for shows. Do you have any suggestions?
A: Send me along your still shots with some photos, and I should be able to give you feedback. Consider this to be a ‘bonus’ for being able to work with me.
Q: Where do I find my suit for my show?
A: I have a list of designers who I can vouch for their workmanship and service. Send me an email and I can give you some guidance. Or you can visit my resources page – I do have a few listed there.
Q: The compliance report verification (CRV) – do I have to send that in every 2 weeks?
A: Yes. The best way to get feedback is by seeing what exactly you have done over the last 14 days. It is virtually impossible for me to adjust your diet and training without knowing what you have been doing.
Q: Can you give me an example of a good CRV?
A: Sure. Click Here. Here. Here.
- Writing by hand makes the whole process more real. Although we live in a world now where you don’t have to actually know how to write (only type) I believe you are able to internalize what you have been doing much better if you write (and then scan) your check in form.
- Excellent reflection by the client gives allows me to see what is going on mentally.
- Always does weights, and measures, post reflection. Other information that you feel you need to tell me is always good and gives me a better image of the big picture.
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