DKO Training

Does a trainer really need to be certified??🧐

For people that already have EXSS, KIN, or other applicable degrees...Certifications allow us to re address things and be reminded of things we were (or maybe not) taught years ago in school!

This is why I try to do at least 1 certification every year!
This year I chose to do the Program Design certification with which lit a new fire in my work.
And I was quickly reminded that ALL people need ALL aspects of training.
Although "power" training & programming for my NFL player looks VERY DIFFERENT than my teacher/VB coach/wife/mother training- THEY BOTH STILL NEED POWER TRAINING.

Here's an example of creating an exercise that encourages the client to move at higher speeds and use more force than they would do in a traditional strength training exercise.💪🏼
This is especially important to implement for people who want to continue with sports activities- like hopping in her teams practice and showin' them she's still got it😏💪🏼💕

Can we talk about PAIN vs DISCOMFORT?!🔥👏🏻

I had a chat with one of my kids today about the differences of these two while you're working out.
This is a KEY skill, and 1 of the most important things you can learn, as an athlete and a coach!

Pain- our body & brain is warning us that something is wrong.

Discomfort- your body & mind is telling you this is uncomfortable. 🔥maybe you haven't been here before. maybe your fatigued. your heart rate is rising and you may even feel sick. and / or maybe it feels like it sucks. a lot. 😂

ATHLETES & FELLOW FITNESS LOVERS : distinguishing between these two is the KEY to your mental and physical GAINZ!

Don't be afraid. Ask your coach if you have any questions. And start to pay attention to your mental thoughts while exercising. If you're never challenging yourself- you will never get better!
If you feel fine once you stop, it's probably just your (weak little) mind telling you it wants to stop & take a break😉- even though your body CAN DO IT!💪🏼😏

Push through. Be strong. And start making those mental changes a priority!💪🏼