Maidenhead & Windsor

Study shows that knowledge gives trainers the edge
“Knowledge is not power, applied knowledge is” Paul Chek, HHP, NMT

Internationally-renowned clinician Paul Chek is spreading his expertise to the C.H.E.K Practitioners of the world, creating knowledgeable and competent trainers. Two recently qualified trainer’s now working within the Maidenhead area are David Sheppard & Stuart Peach of Total Performance Training, who have an office and clinic based at the Magnet Leisure Centre, Holmanleaze, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 8AW.

More and more, the desire to get in shape and to stay healthy involves going to a gym and enlisting the help of a personal trainer or coach. Dozens of organizations in the fitness industry now issue certifications to personal trainers, promising competency with each one. But which credentials indicate the most applicable knowledge and skill among the group? What makes one certificate better than the other? Who gets results?

A Study conducted by UCLA shows that personal trainers with bachelor’s degrees in exercise science rank among the elite, along with those certified by the American College of Sports Medicine or the National Strength & Conditioning Association. The study also indicates 13 core subjects as the most important to study, including human anatomy, biomechanics, nutrition, exercise, and weight control. To those elite trainers who have completed the C.H.E.K certification programme, this is no surprise.

“Basically, a C.H.E.K professional is trained in the analysis of biomechanics,” C.H.E.K practitioning covers strength and conditioning from a very clinical point of view.

At the C.H.E.K institute, based in San Diego, CA, founder Paul Chek is setting high standards that must be met by each and every person before they can call themselves C.H.E.K Practitioner’s. The C.H.E.K Certification programme requires, among other things, that a participant hold a certification or degree in an approved field prior to entering the programme. In addition, before completing the intensive four-level programme, practitioners must submit a written thesis proving critical thinking and effective communication, much like the requirements for a bachelors or masters degree in exercise science.

Most importantly, C.H.E.K Practitioners have passed rigorous written and practical exams, showing an in-depth understanding of advanced level functional anatomy and kinesiology. C.H.E.K Practitioners take a holistic approach, treating the body as a whole.

“Paul Chek’s innovative work never ceases to amaze those student-minded folks who are honestly seeking the cutting-edge in the science of rehabilitation, performance and functional development”
Knowledge is truly contagious. To find out more about this elite certification programme or to find a practitioner in your area, visit www.chekinstitute.com for services provided by Total Performance Training, Maidenhead call 01628 770642 or visit www.totalpt.co.uk