Workout help!

[BSOB]

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Even with a CSCS you don't really know how to coach. You understand why things should happen from a physiological stand point but that is different from actually coaching someone under a barbell. I've worked with multiple CSCS certified Exercise Physiologist with the AF that could not demonstrate a proper squat if their life depended on it. You are correct but from experience I learned more about movement patterns from CF than I did from CSCS. .

Best training...time under the bar. IMO
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Completely agree guys!

[BSOB]

I enjoy Crossfit but to your point here are the requirements for Level 1 and a CSCS. Do homework and ask around. Want to be fit, do what fit people to and hang out with them.

Requirements for the CrossFit Level 1 Trainer Designation
Participants are eligible for the CrossFit Level 1 Trainer designation if they:
Are at least 17 years old at the time of the test;
Are in good standing with CrossFit Inc;

Attend the entire two-day course (approximately 9 AM-5 PM both days), to include:
100% exposure to all lectures
100% participation in all practical break-out sessions
100% participation in all workouts (All workouts can and will be scaled appropriately for individuals with special needs)
Pass the Level 1 test in person.

CSCS

Exam Prerequisites
Within the United States and Canada: To be eligible to take the CSCS examination, candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree or currently be enrolled as a college senior from an institution that is accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations:


Bachelor's Degree or Higher
Registrants must submit an original, official transcript of their academic work, showing attainment of at least a bachelor's degree (BS/BA) or chiropractic medicine degree granted by an accredited institution.

Exam scores will not be released until we have received an official transcript. Transcripts must be mailed or submitted using your college/universities e-Docs account. Faxed, scanned and emailed copies will not be accepted.

CPR and AED Certification
To be eligible to take the CSCS examination, candidates must hold current CPR and AED certification. Registrants must submit a copy of current CPR/AED certification card.

If you do not have current CPR and AED certification, you can still register for and take the CSCS exam. The NSCA Certification will accept any adult CPR and AED certification obtained by attending a CPR and AED course that meets the following criteria:

(1) Must have a hands-on training component (certification through a course completed entirely online will not be accepted); and

(2) Must include a skills performance evaluation.

So you have a Bachelor's(in what?), a CSCS cert and are CPR/First Aid Certified? In that correct or am I reading that wrong.

[jason.dickens]

Ive done both crossfit and the traditional workout regimens. In both I gained muscle and had no complaints other than crossfit is very hard haha. The best thing for lifting is diet for sure, you can work out your body and what not but it really needs those carbs, proteins, fat so it can remain in perfect condition to gain muscle and lose fat!!!

[johnsojy]

Workout and eat right. Don't worry about being perfect or knowing everything there is to know about working out. Just start...... Best of luck

[Chef]

Wheres Hart when you need him!?!? That fool is workout crazy!!! Let me know if you need a sports nutritionist. We staff two RD/LD that are sports specialists.

[Hart8]

I'd get under ACOOK's wing.Listen to all of his advice,and pick and choose your first few workout routines…Add,and subtract as you get stronger….

My advice?.. A lot,and often.Doesn't matter what it is.

[TxMachinist]

The hardest part of getting fit is starting. I started a few weeks ago and think I am addicted now. If I don't workout I am in a bad mood and don't feel good.