Assess client-trainer compatibility. Client-trainer compatibility is very important because if the client wants to be a ballet dancer and the trainer is only qualified in strength training, the trainer will not be suitable for the client as he does not have the knowledge regarding the specific sports and how to train for it. It is also important for the client to know the background of the trainer which includes professional experience, certificates and past education. This allows the client to be reassured that the trainer is educated, knowledgeable and qualified to be a personal trainer. I, as a trainer, have to determine the client’s motivation level, commitment level and experience in exercising. If the client is not motivated or does not have time to commit to a lengthy training programme, I must address it from the start so that there will not be complications later during the training programme. Should I be incompatible with the client after the client-trainer compatibility assessment, I would then refer the client to someone who I know is able to provide the services sought after by the client. As a trainer it is …show more content…
Importance of informed consent is for the client to understand the risks and benefits of the programme. I will do a pre-participation health appraisal screening to assess the client’s health. Pre-participation health appraisal screening will include PAR-Q, Health history questionnaire and risk stratification. After collecting and consolidating the results, I will assess and interpret the results and determine if the client have any health risk. Importance of pre-participation health appraisal screening allows us to identify if the client needs to consult a doctor before participating in any exercise programme, if a graded exercise testing is required and if a physician is required to be present during the exercise