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CanFitPro and GoodLife Health Clubs

by Dawn
(Ontario)

CanFitPro is the most recognized across Canada because it is owned/operated by the same people that own/operate GoodLife health clubs. They NEED people trained--QUICKLY--because they go through them quickly. You don't have to know a lot to be one of their trainers because their emphasis is on SELLING training to people versus a true concern to help people meet their health goals.

It was noted that at least you can be working with people while you are getting advanced certification, this is true. Please note however that "working with people" at GoodLife/this level of certification really means putting them on machines for the "Fit Fix." They don't do any pre-screening or postural/muscle imbalances before putting people on the 6 machine program "that is tailor made for you." Therefore you're only re-enforcing and exaggerating a problem that may already exist--basically helping them hurt themselves quicker.

Let's face it, the majority of people (going to GL) that would need your help are elderly, special population, "newbies" and/or rehab- knee/back/shoulder injuries (2 out of 3 are in the last category). Using THAT profile as your starting point, is CanFitPro certification really helping ANYBODY?

Elderly people need help with balance and such, not sitting on a machine. Special populations will require special knowledge of their condition and usually equipment other than machines to recover them; same with rehab patients. Machines are not bad; you just have to get people to a healthy state before throwing them on a routine that is good for the average person. Start working only with CanFitPro certification and you will QUICKLY discover how much you DON'T know and it will probably discourage you from continuing in this area.

Don't be in a rush to "get on the floor training." Would you want a medical student just "diving in" and operating just because "they love medicine?" If you REALLY are serious about training, check out all the different types of training--from sports to rehab to prenatal, etc.. guerrilla training.. Olympic lifting.. Whatever. There is SO much out there that your $500 would be better used than CanFitPro certification.

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Sounded too good to be true
by: Stephanie

I thought it sounded too good. Thanks Dawn for sharing your insight and confirming my self-doubt about the CanFit program. It sounded too easy and I was concerned about my lack of experience and how it would affect clients. I won't shy away from becoming a trainer, I will just do it with more training and research.

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Can-Fit Pro Certification
by: Anonymous

I just want to comment that I totally agree with what Dawn (Ontario) posted. I completed my Can-Fit Pro Certification a couple of months ago. I did very well on both the practical and written exam, but still didn't feel satisfied, that I knew enough about how to correct muscle imbalances and incorporate them into a client's program. I have to agree, that I think most people have some sort of muscle imbalances, and if you threw them on a so called "healthy" balanced program, you could be worsening the imbalance or even set them up for injury. I seriously feel that this should be incorporated into the course, and there should also be more time spent on proper technique and form for several exercises for the major muscle groups. I've seen so many trainers demonstrating improper form and passing this on to their clients. Anyway, that is another issue all together.

Luckily for me, the gym that hired me, does postural/fitness assessments, so muscle imbalances are identified for each client. To help develop these clients' programs, I have relied on the 20 yrs experience of the assessor to review my programs, and readings from human kinetics books that I have purchased on my own. I am planning on taking the Advanced Personal Trainer's course, and am hoping that more of these issues are covered in that course.

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I just want to comment that I totally agree with what Dawn (Ontario) posted. I completed my Can-Fit Pro Certification a couple of months ago. I did very well on both the practical and written exam, but still didn't feel satisfied, that I knew enough about how to correct muscle imbalances and incorporate them into a client's program. I have to agree, that I think most people have some sort of muscle imbalances, and if you threw them on a so called "healthy" balanced program, you could be worsening the imbalance or even set them up for injury. I seriously feel that this should be incorporated into the course, and there should also be more time spent on proper technique and form for several exercises for the major muscle groups. I've seen so many trainers demonstrating improper form and passing this on to their clients. Anyway, that is another issue all together. Luckily for me, the gym that hired me, does postural/fitness assessments, so muscle imbalances are identified for each client. To help develop these clients' programs, I have relied on the 20 yrs experience of the assessor to review my programs, and readings from human kinetics books that I have purchased on my own. I am planning on taking the Advanced Personal Trainer's course, and am hoping that more of these issues are covered in that course.

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by: joe-blow who knows

I read over your comments, dawn, and would tend to agree with your concerns about goodlife as a monopolizing corporation. corporations cannot have a moral conscience/values in place, because they are all self-driven behind one main "behind the scenes value"; MONEY!

I find it funny sometimes how contradictory this company can be. However, steps are being taken to ensure quality service is being delivered.
Lets face it, the majority of people coming in to exercise do have problems that need be resolved by physical therapists beforehand, however perhaps what they really need is the motivation from an individual who embodies their idea of health and fitness. Motivation can drive a person to heal themselves spiritually rather than physically.

Health assessments (personal health profiles) are offered as a free service to members. The opportunity is their for these individuals to "fix" their "broken bodies", but they have to make the financial, emotional, and time commitment to their goals. therein lies the problem with our population. People are interested in this "quick fix" circuit because they believe it addresses all of their needs and goals quickly, affordably, and painlessly (just 30 mins 3x/week!)

To those individuals looking to invest time into can-fit-pro, it is a partnership in existence with goodlife that will never cease. If you want to join goodlife and take on the role as personal trainer, you must go the route of being certified as personal trainer specialist. The buck stops there! do not continue on with can-fit-pro's cert's. follow your own path, do your own research, and get certified in areas that you are passionate about.

Most of my successes' have come about through the knowledge and application process, wherein I apply what I have learnt through readings (reputable sources of course! try kendall physical therapy volumes)and learn what works and what doesn't. It takes time to grow as a personal trainer. stand on the shoulders of those that have "made it", or in your opinion embody the real version of a personal trainer who gets people the results they desire without the bullshit! excuse my language.

joe blow signing off, hope this information is helpful to you all.

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I read over your comments, dawn, and would tend to agree with your concerns about goodlife as a monopolizing corporation. corporations cannot have a moral conscience/values in place, because they are all self-driven behind one main "behind the scenes value"; MONEY! I find it funny sometimes how contradictory this company can be. However, steps are being taken to ensure quality service is being delivered. Lets face it, the majority of people coming in to exercise do have problems that need be resolved by physical therapists beforehand, however perhaps what they really need is the motivation from an individual who embodies their idea of health and fitness. Motivation can drive a person to heal themselves spiritually rather than physically. Health assessments (personal health profiles) are offered as a free service to members. The opportunity is their for these individuals to "fix" their "broken bodies", but they have to make the financial, emotional, and time commitment to their goals. therein lies the problem with our population. People are interested in this "quick fix" circuit because they believe it addresses all of their needs and goals quickly, affordably, and painlessly (just 30 mins 3x/week!) To those individuals looking to invest time into can-fit-pro, it is a partnership in existence with goodlife that will never cease. If you want to join goodlife and take on the role as personal trainer, you must go the route of being certified as personal trainer specialist. The buck stops there! do not continue on with can-fit-pro's cert's. follow your own path, do your own research, and get certified in areas that you are passionate about. Most of my successes' have come about through the knowledge and application process, wherein I apply what I have learnt through readings (reputable sources of course! try kendall physical therapy volumes)and learn what works and what doesn't. It takes time to grow as a personal trainer. stand on the shoulders of those that have "made it", or in your opinion embody the real version of a personal trainer who gets people the results they desire without the bullshit! excuse my language. joe blow signing off, hope this information is helpful to you all.

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