Quote (SKCRaynor @ Sep 7 2010 10:52am)

Hey there.

Ok first of all, the most recognized certifications out there right now (that are preferred at most larger fitness clubs and large gyms) are: NASM, and ACSM.

Both of these are among the most expensive certifications to receive, however they tend to get more respect in the eyes of places trying to hire trainers.

In order to study for these, you are going to want to study the included material and study it well. A lot of questions on the exam are not necessarily something you will EVER use for Personal Training. I recommend studying at least 1-2 hours a day, bury your head in that book, take lots of notes, and try your best to memorize everything. It isn't THAT hard...but a lot of people take it very lackadaisically and end up underestimating the material.

There are also a multitude of study guides and practice exams out there...I haven't used them, but some people think they're great...although they are also expensive.


Lastly, info about trainers. I wouldn't exactly consider it a great career anymore. Lack of income for most (economy is hurting everyone right now) is a big problem. In addition, most clubs have plenty of trainers so a lot of people are freelancing. Although, it's hard to build a client base from scratch.

If you want to be a PT, you must realize that a LOT of time and effort will go into this career...much more than a lot of other careers that pay more right off the bat. However if you dedicate yourself properly and take time to build up a good strong client base, you can do pretty well for yourself in the future. The first 2 years are the most brutal by far.

I also recommend getting a B.A./B.S. in a parallel degree such as sports medicine, anatomy/physiology, kinesthesiology, etc.

Quote (SKCRaynor @ Sep 8 2010 03:41am)

Well first of all, those dosages are VERY low for a male of 200 lbs and 5'10.

You should have been taking 1g (1000mg) 3x a day of vitamin C (minimum and not including multi vitamin), and at least 400mg of vitamin E 1x per day (not including multi vitamin)


for a woman of 5'7 150 I would say 2g vitamin c per day (1g 2x per day) and 400mg of vitamin E (200mg 2x per day) would be proper.

Also do not forget the vitamin D, Vitamin B and multivitamin.  (5,000 IU vitamin d 1x per day and 1G good B-complex 1x per day)

Quote (Wydz @ Sep 8 2010 03:08am)

6'2"
195lbs
19 y/o

i may be 195, but i definately dont look it because of my height. I'm not really into the whole eating correctly thing, but i definately do it without noticing.

Whats a way I could lose some of the weight without totally hacking away at my eating style (i love eggs, veggies, fruits, milk, and whole grains, thats bout it) and a good ab workout plan?

Thanks

Quote (Hockeygod9911 @ Sep 8 2010 04:34am)

Thanks a ton SKC, you're the man. I only have 10fg, and i dont even know if FG matters to you, but as a thank you, ill give you what i have.

Quote (serennia @ Sep 8 2010 08:20am)

I was talking about Ephedrine and caffeine

Sorry for error

Quote (iloveualot @ Sep 8 2010 01:33pm)

what will happen with my body after i'm done with anabolic cutting diet? planning to do about 1 or 2 months tops.. then go back to 40/40/20 pro/carb/fat ratio eating habits :x or what should i do after the cut?