Where Do I Go From Here?

Question 1

What are the 6 abilities an effective trainer should do well?

Answer 1

1. Teaching
2. Seeing
3. Correcting
4. Group and/or gym management
5. Presence and attitude
6. Demonstration

Question 2

Describe what is meant by the trainers ability to “teach”.

Answer 2

• To effectively articulate and teacher mechanics of each movement.
• To focus on major parts of performance before more subtle ones.
• The ability to change instruction based on the athletes needs and capacity.

Question 3

Describe what is meant by the trainers ability to “see”.

Answer 3

• the ability to recognise good from poor movement mechanics.
• to identify both big and subtle faults whether the athlete is moving or static.

Question 4

Describe what is meant by the trainers ability to “correct.”

Answer 4

• the ability to facilitate better mechanics for an athlete using visual, verbal, and/or tactile cues.
• the ability to prioritise faults in order of importance, which includes an understanding of how multiple faults are related.

Question 5

Why does a trainer often need multiple strategies for each fault?

Answer 5

Because different athletes often respond to the same cue in a different manner.

Question 6

Describe what is meant by the trainers ability to “group manage.”

Answer 6

• to organise/manage both at a micro level (within. Class) and at the macro gym level.
• including managing time well, organisation of space, equipment and athletes for optimal flow and experience, planning ahead, etc.

Question 7

Describe what is meant by the trainers ability to have “presence and attitude.”

Answer 7

• to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

- showing empathy for athletes and creating a rapport.

Question 8

Describe what is meant by the trainers ability to “demonstrate.”

Answer 8

• to provide athletes with an accurate visual example of the movement at hand
• leading by example
• follow the trainers own advise and be an inspiration to athletes.

Question 9

Name the 8 way a trainer can develop.

Answer 9

1. Teach to learn - get experience.
2. Watch more experienced coaches.
3. Film yourself coaching others.
4. Attend “level 2 CF course”.
5. Attend additional courses - specialty teaching methods might differ. Or CF course “scaling” etc.
6. Read and study everything related to training, movement and health.
7. Study and follow CrossFit.com
8. Pursue higher credentials. Eg CF level 2, level 3 and level 4.

Question 10

What are the 3 important principles that should guide trainers at all levels?

Answer 10

1. Master the fundamentals
2. Limit the scope (start coaching small, or assisting a head coach to gain experience)
3. Pursue excellence