Anthony Janicas - Strength and Conditioning Coach
Hons. B. Kin, McMaster University, CSCS, PTS
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
Anthony has been a Strength & Conditioning Coach and an elite level athlete for a number of years. He completed his undergraduate degree at McMaster's prestigious Kinesiology program.
During this time, he excelled while playing for the McMaster Marauders Baseball Team while also working as an Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Marauders Football Team. In his final year as an undergraduate, he served as the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Marauders Wrestling Team.
During 2008, Anthony worked at a Sport Conditioning Facility in Barrie, Ontario, where he worked as a Strength & Conditioning Coach for various soccer and hockey teams, most prominently the Barrie Colts (OHL), in addition to various elite athletes in figure skating, track and field, golf, soccer and football. His passion for Strength & Conditioning, tremendous knowledge and experience, and meticulous program design are an invaluable asset to any team (or athletes) looking to separate themselves from their competition and take their game to the next level.
SPORTS PLAYED: baseball, hockey, wrestling, badminton, soccer
SPORTS COACHED: hockey, baseball, soccer, basketball, wrestling, track & field, figure skating, football, lacrosse
Why a trainer may be right for you
By Paige Waehner, About.com
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board
If you want to lose weight, get healthy and/or build muscle, hiring a personal trainer can be a step in the right direction. A good trainer can help you set up a program that meets your goals and teach you the best way to exercise. Here's what you should know before you hand over the cash.
What is a Personal Trainer?
A personal trainer should be, at the least, educated and certified through a reputable fitness organization (see below). This person's job is to assess your fitness level, set up a program for you and keep you motivated. He or she will push you past your comfort level--something difficult to do on your own. A trainer also provides:
guidance on reaching your goals
education about strength training, cardio and basic nutrition
a reason to show up at the gym each week
accountability
ways to help track your progress
What is a Session Like?
Each session lasts about an hour. The first meeting is devoted to assessing fitness level, body measurements, exercise and health history and goals. Be prepared to step on the scale, have your body fat tested and answer specific questions about your goals. After that, you'll spend most of your time on strength training and cardio.
What to Look for In a Personal Trainer
Education: A personal trainer should be certified through a reputable fitness organization such as ACSM, ACE or NSCA). An exercise science or other related college degree isn't necessary, but the more education your trainer has, the better your workouts will be.
CPR: your trainer should have an updated certification in CPR and/or first aid.
Experience: Make sure your trainer has several years of experience, especially in relation to your goals. For example, if you're a bodybuilder, you want someone knowledgeable in that area.
Specifics: If you have a specific medical problem, injury or condition (such as being pregnant, heart problems, diabetes, etc.) make sure your trainer has education in these areas and will work with your doctor.
A good listener: A good trainer will listen closely to what you say and make sure he understands your goals.
Attention: A good trainer will be focused only on you during your sessions.
Tracking progress: A good trainer will regularly assess your progress and change things if necessary.
Personality is important too since you'll be working very closely with this person. Make sure you get along with your trainer and feel comfortable asking questions.
How to Find a Personal Trainer
One place to look is your local gym. Most gyms have personal trainers on staff and offer attractive packages for personal training. You can also look in your yellow pages, use a Personal Trainer Finder or American Council on Exercise, to find a trainer in your area. The cost will vary depending on where you live and your trainer's experience and education. Typically, the cost will be anywhere from $30 to $70 a session.
At some clubs, you may get assigned a trainer. However, one of my readers sent me these tips for doing a bit of investigation before you take the plunge:
Get a referral from a friend who's had success in reaching their goals with a personal trainer
When you're at the gym, watch trainers with their clients and see how they interact. Make a note of trainers who get along with their clients and seem fully involved in their workouts...that may be a good one to choose.
If you do get assigned to a trainer, make sure you tell the manager if you'd prefer a male trainer over a female trainer or vice versa, or if there's anything special you'd like to work on (getting in shape before pregnancy, getting ready for a marathon, etc.) so you'll get a trainer with experience in that area.
Read on to learn more about warning flags you've chosen the wrong trainer. Like all professions, personal training has its share of losers. But, just because you're assigned to one trainer doesn't mean you can't work with someone else. It may be a personality conflict or you may wonder if you're getting the best advice.
Either way, here are some warning flags that it's time to switch.
Warning Flags
Beware if your trainer does any of the following:
Ignores or dismisses your questions
Works you so hard you're in pain for days. Soreness is normal, but you should still be able to get out of bed
Neglects any part of a complete program or recommends a level of training that's too hard for you
Recommends questionable supplements or herbs. Always talk to your doctor before taking anything!
Diagnoses injuries or illnesses instead of referring you to a doctor
Interrupts your session to talk to friends or take phone calls (unless it's an emergency or can't be avoided)
Doesn't return phone calls or emails
A personal trainer should watch you, correct your alignment, and explain what you're doing and why. If you're having problems, talk to them--they may not be aware there's a problem. Another option is to talk to the manager or terminate your sessions and look for a different trainer. It's your money and your body...you have a right to get what you want and a good trainer will understand that.
How to Help Your Trainer
You can help your trainer do a better job by being a good client.
Save the chit-chat for after your session.
Be prepared by bringing your own towel and a full water bottle.
Give at LEAST 24 hour notice if you need to cancel or reschedule
If you have questions, write them down and bring them to your session--you'll spend less time talking and more time working out.
If you have a problem with your trainer, address it immediately.
Don't interrupt your trainer when she's with a client. Wait until she's finished before approaching her.
Recognize that your trainer is there to guide you--but YOU still have to do the work!
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Check out this video of Crossfit Ancaster personal trainer Eddie Warne's client Anita
I had never tried personal training before I trained with Adam. Numerous times I had attempted to go to the gym, but could never go consistently enough to see results. When I began personal training with CrossFit and Adam I wasn’t sure what to expect. I wanted to learn about free weights, and my main goal was to build strength and power for sports.
After a few weeks of personal training I was pleased to see some changes in my body. I was building some muscle and felt healthier. Within about four months of beginning training with Adam, my strength had doubled and I was noticing an improvement in my sports performance. Adam made my first personal training experience very positive. He tailored our sessions toward my goals and was very encouraging. He was very aware of my capabilities, and pushed me hard enough that I would see results, but not so hard that I got discouraged.
Every session was fun; he varied them so that they were never boring. As a personal trainer Adam is very knowledgeable, experienced and has a passion for helping others become fit. During our sessions together, he provided me with the tools and the motivation to continue progressing on my own. Adam is highly recommended as a trainer!
Check out a quick video of one of our group training sessions
Fast Fat Loss Plan
There is a reason few people reach their goals and make their dreams come true.
Know what that reason is?
It's because they actually HAVE goals written down. The vast majority of people on this planet do not.
And not only do people that achieve goals actually set goals, they also create a a plan to make sure they make things happen.
So where does that leave you?
Do you keep telling yourself you are going to "lose some weight?" Or do you have specific goals and a plan to reach them?
Do you have a plan for what you're going to eat each day so you're not tempted to fill up on fast food? Do you have a deadline for when you're going to reach your goal?
Here's another one: you KNOW you need to be eating breakfast every day. Do you have nutritious food in the house you PLAN on eating each morning?
If not have you looked into taking advantage of a delicious meal replacement shake like Prograde Lean? (Find Them Here)
This is YOUR life. Whether you want your body to look better naked, you want to improve your health, you want to have more energy, or whatever your goal is, you MUST have written goals and a plan to achieve them.
Yours in health,
Rita
PS - Fail to plan, plan to fail. Life is easy when you plan for it to be.
Even the best personal trainer can't do it for you if you're not eating the right things at the right times. That's why I am giving you these fat loss meal plans. Remember you can't out train bad nutrition.
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I've got great news for you. Seriously.
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Best of all, they don't cost you a single cent. They are my gift to you.
Yours in rapid fat loss,
Murray
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Great Job Eric. Eric is one of our few personal Training clients that is looking to gain weight. Through his hard work and the commitment and support of his persoanl trainers, Adam and Murray. Eric has gained 12 pounds of solid muscle after only 6 and 1/2 weeks. That is 3 weeks ahead of schedule.
Any new goals Eric?
Again, Great job Eric!
Keep it up.
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Well it is January "the busy time" for fitness professionals like Personal Trainers. I love this time of the year because so many people approach their fitness goals with such vigor. It is grat to see.
If you feel you want or need some support or advice give me a call at 905-648-6555
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