KCTrainer.com ACE Certified Personal Trainer: SHANNON CUMMINGS Kansas City

Certifications: ACE Certified Personal Trainer (American Council on Exercise) CPR Certified (American Heart Association) First Aid Certified (American Red Cross) ACLS Certified (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Professional Memberships: American Council on Exercise (ACE) Aerobics & Fitness Association of America (AFAA)

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Benefits of Exercise: decreased blood pressure decreased cholesterol prevent osteoporosis decreased risk for other degenerative diseases EX: Coronary Heart Disease (#1 leading cause of death in the U.S.) increased flexibility increased self-esteem more energy decreased stress stronger muscles firmer, toner body increased endurance level WEIGHT LOSS

 

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What you get in a Personalized Workout Program:

one-on-one training motivation to stick with the program guidance on nutrition and proper exercise technique weight/resistance training cardiovascular fitness endurance to get you to your set goals specific ways to overcome any health obstacles ways to overcome burnout or repetitious exercise

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Tips on Proper Exercise Technique:

• always exhale on exhertion
• never use your back to lift weight
• always have back support when using free weights if possible
• always do full range of motion
• always use constant speed when doing resistance training
  • EX: 1, 2...1, 2, 3
• never go beyond your range of motion
• never hyperextend
• when doing resistance training, be sure to do the opposing muscle as well

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FAQ-Frequently Asked Questions:

1) Do I have to exercise everyday?

No. If you do cardiovascular exercise 3-5 times a week for at least 20-60 minutes each time, you will see results.

2) Do I need to do resistance training each time I exercise?

No. If you are exercising on consecutive days, you want to do resistance training every other day, to give your muslces a day to relax in between.

3) Do I need to have a doctor's referral before I can start exercising?

Not necesarily. If you have any medical problems that will affect how much you can do, that will be decided. However, if you have not been to your physician in more than over a year, you may need to check with your physician before starting an exercise program.

4) If I want to lose weight and am starting an exercise program, do I need to change my diet?

Not necessarily. If you are already eating relatively healthy or do not have the money to change your diet/eating habits at the time, then the exercise will be most important. Of course, if you are eating properly and exercising at the same time, you will see quicker and more noticeable results.

5) How can I speed up my metabolism?

EXERCISE. Exercise is the only way to get your metabolism to speed up.

*Skipping meals will only make your metabolism slow down.

 

 

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