LTB Magazine 7 (Digital)

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5th Anniversary Special

I can’t believe LTB is 5 years old now. As with any child, it didn’t come with a manual and it’s been a rollercoaster at times however, I don’t think any of us would have it any other way. Fortunately, thanks to all of you, our lovely members, there’s been far more highs than lows. You can check out our highlights, along with those of some of the original members, and what we’ve learnt along the way in the special anniversary section of the magazine. I’ve also managed to pin Chris down for an interview to find out how LTB came to be and what it has taught him.

There is the usual mix of business, client care, training and nutrition knowledge and, in this issue, we have Maddie Freeman talking about starting out in the industry, Nathan Brown and Sophie Bryant cover opening their facility, Zoe Warren sharing her experience in a commercial gym and Maggie Elliot her love of being a mobile trainer, proving there is no one format for delivering your service. I also share a bit of a lightbulb moment I had a few years ago which helped me stop comparing myself unfavourably with other trainers which I hope will help others too.

We’ve introduced a new regular feature to the magazine. The wonderful Michael Goulden from Integra will be looking at different exercises and breaking down the associated joints, muscles and strength profile whilst simultaneously delving deeper into a different aspect of the mechanical realities each issue. This issue he is looking at the squat with a special focus on joints.

The motivator explores the power of community and communication corner the power of words. James Krieger shares his weightology piece on weight loss and efficiency, Gregg talks about the magic bullets of coaching and the problems with adopting evidence based practice and there is, as usual far more brilliant things within than I can mention here.

Contents list

• The Big Interview – Chris talks about the first 5 years of LTB
• The Usual Suspects – LTB’s original members share insights into their LTB experiences
• What Does LTB Mean To You – Some of our lovely members share their thoughts
• What We have Learnt From LTB – The staff team on what they’ve learnt
• Friends We’ve Made Along The Way – Just a few of the amazing people you’ve shared our journey
• Consistency – Why consistency is not just for clients
• Electronic Payment Systems
• Quick Start Guides – How they can be used in your business
• A lead Isn’t A Paying Client – Why “how do I get leads” isn’t the right question to ask
• Pre Consultation Forms – How to create and use a pre consultation form
• User Experience – How considering UX can help your business
• Friends Of LTB – We talk to Tim Green from Team Up
• Myzone And Heart Rate Games – Using heart rate information to work harder
• Deconstructing Exercise – Michael Goulden
• Obesity And Adverse Childhood Experiences – Alex discusses overlooked triggers relating to obesity
• The Magic Bullet(s) Of Coaching – Gregg explores a recent paper on skill acquisition
• Does Fat Intake Following Resistance Training Impact Muscle Gain? – Joseph Agu looks at the research
• Weight Loss And Efficiency – From James Krieger’s Weightology Research Review
• Do You Really Need More Protein As You Age? – Tom Bainbridge explores the evidence
• Working With Kids – Chris shares his experiences with working with Children
• What The Science Says
• Can We Overeducate Our Clients? Duncan Cooper talks client education
• Communication Corner- Word Wizardry with Cathy MacDonald
• Wanting It More Than your Client Isn’t A Good Thing – Why this phrase should start ringing alarm bells
• Working With Ladies In Their 50’s – Kelly McFie has noticed an encouraging shift in client expectations
• Working With Elite Performers – Liam Butterworth gives insight into this client demographic
• The MOTIVATOR – Journal of motivational science
• A Shout Out To All The P.E.. Teachers For Adults – Claire on how she overcame the feeling of being an inferior trainer
• Using Reflective Practice To Better Your Sessions – Stuart delves into this approach to improvement
• My Life As A New PT – Maddie Freeman shares her experience of starting out
• Member In Focus – Maggie Elliot
• 5 Teething Problems When Adopting Evidence Based Practice – Gregg explores the pitfalls of embracing the evidence
• Member In Focus — Nathan Brown And Sophie Bryant
• What Training People In A Language That Isn’t My Own Has Taught Me
• Member In Focus – Zoe Warren
• Book Review – James McLaren reviews Rules Of People by Richard Templar
• Kit Review – Chris reviews the Ski Erg
• Course Review – Harry Smith shares his thoughts on the Marketing Course
• Seminar Review – Charlie Doughton relives her experience of the Consumer Psychology, Marketing and Websites Seminar
• Nick Tumminello – Andy Taylor shares how he found Nick’s events
• New Trainer Start Up Guide – Jonas De Creus and Roi Larrett review this brilliant resource
• What’s New and Coming Soon