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Reality Check

The time is now!
The time is changing!
Time is not to be wasted!
There is something to be said about taking your time doing something. I’m not talking about dawdling or procrastinating, but good things really do take time. Remind yourself that when you are on your smart phone looking up the weather, a definition, or ordering an electronic book . Kids these days are not of the same mindset as even young adults. Media is rewiring the way we do things. As a trainer, stand firm in your methods and take the proper steps to reign in your hot wired athletes or clients. Injury is on the rise and why? More and more athletes are expecting quicker results, doing things past their skill level. It is your responsibility as the trainer to ensure that the proper foundation is laid out. Don’t rush to bump up in weights if their form is not correct or because the athlete is getting bored with the exercise. Just because the client can do something, doesn’t mean they should. Athletes especially, are in high gear, running to the third practice of the day. Just the mere fact that they are lifting will give them the advantage they are looking for. Pace your athletes, especially while they are in season. This is something that the 5 Levels of Flo has taught me and aided me while training my clients. Have a system, stick to it while being flexible and educated with current training techniques and watch your results come organically!
Take a task a day and do it the proper way, it may be longer but time really is just relative anyway.

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