Most clients have general goals of looking great and getting fit. For some people lifting weights is a new concept and it takes a little while to get a base line down before setting goals. There are some clients such as athletes that have very specific goals. Being an athlete it is very important that you focus on goals for your specific sport. Different sports use different muscles groups and energy systems. Training a sprinter should be much different then training a long distance runner. There are similar sports such as softball and baseball but each of the sports requires different skills and abilities. It is important that the athlete focuses on the individual sport and what is the important muscle groups being used. This will give the athlete the best chance of being successful in their sport.
A good trainer also needs to focus on the goals of the individual athlete. There may be a power hitter that needs to work on explosion or speed. There may be a golfer that has a great short game but needs to work on rotational strength to drive the ball further. The needs of the individual is important no matter the client but an athlete that is trying to improve for his or her sport it is essential to focus on their needs.
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