Becoming a personal trainer or enhancing your skills in the field requires a deep understanding of various assessments to tailor effective training programs for your clients. One such crucial assessment is the NASM Pulling Assessment. This blog post provides a detailed guide on how to effectively use the NASM Pulling Assessment with your personal training … Read more
The NASM pushing assessment is a standing loaded movement assessment used to identify muscle imbalances and correct movement patterns in the “push” position. For anyone prepping for their NASM certification, make sure to download the NASM cheat sheet from of Trainer Academy, which will help you ace your final exam on the first attempt. Proper … Read more
The NASM OPT model is a fitness periodization system developed by the National Association for Sports Medicine (NASM). In the OPT method you take clients through five unique phases of training during the year, moving from stabilization to endurance, to hypertrophy, to strength, to power. This sequence enables you to consistently progress without stalling, overtraining … Read more
The Davies Test is an agility and mobility assessment where the participant holds a plank position and lifts one hand off the floor, attempting to touch the opposite hand as many times as possible in 15 seconds. If you are studying for the NASM final exam, make sure to check out this cheat sheet courtesy … Read more
A NASM Mesocycle is a specific period within a training program designed to improve particular aspects of fitness through progressive overload. In this article, I dive into the benefits of mesocycles, how to structure them for various fitness levels, and why incorporating them into your routine is essential for avoiding plateaus and enhancing results. By … Read more
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