In this episode, James Breese and Josh Kennedy dive deep into the world of personal training assessments. Why is it critical to assess and not guess? What are the most impactful assessments personal trainers should focus on? Discover the answers to these questions and more in a conversation that’s not just about performance, but the very essence of health and longevity. If you’re a personal trainer or just fitness-curious, this episode is a must-listen!

Timeline Summary:

• [00:00:15] Assessment Necessity 
• [00:02:25] Health Assessment Priority 
• [00:04:04] Breath Test Importance 
• [00:05:44] Resting Heart Rate and Health 
• [00:08:29] Longevity and Mobility Tests 

Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of Assessment: Understanding the critical role of assessments in personal training for tailored and effective fitness plans.
2. Customized Approach: Adapting the assessment process to cater to individual client needs and preferences.
3. Health First Philosophy: Emphasizing health over performance in assessments to ensure long-term benefits.
4. The Breath Test: A unique and essential assessment for evaluating overall health and breathing efficiency.
5. Resting Heart Rate Indicator: Why a lower resting heart rate signifies better cardiovascular health and overall wellness.
6. Waist-to-Height Ratio: A simple yet powerful metric for assessing risk of metabolic diseases.
7. Longevity Focused Assessments: Incorporating tests like the Brazilian sit and rise test to predict and improve lifespan.

Websites and Links Mentioned:

• Strength Matters
• Strength Matters Training System
• Oxygen Advantage

Quotes:

"If you don't assess, you're just guessing." – James Breese

"Health comes first, without your health, you have nothing." – James Breese

"Breathing is fashionable, but also the hardest thing to convince people they need to improve." – James Breese

"If your resting heart rate is over 60, you're not cardiovascularly fit enough." – James Breese

"The more your mobility is restricted long term, the more it impacts your lifespan." – James Breese

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