Workout Labs
LOGIN Upgrade to PRO
0 SHARES
WorkoutLabs
Average Rating: 4.7
Votes: 287
Reviews: 287

As a personal trainer, how many different exercises should you do with a client in a session?

Some trainers do at least 10, while others repeat the same four. What is the best tactic?

As a personal trainer, how many different exercises should you do with a client in a session? Visit https://wlabs.me/1viA6X7 to find out!

A set number of required exercises for a client per session does not exist. There are a number of client factors that contribute to the number of exercises you will complete with a client during a standard session:

  • Time: How long are your sessions? 30 minutes? 1 hour?
  • Experience: Is your client new to exercise? Or a seasoned lifter?
  • Health conditions: Does your client have a medical condition that may inhibit their ability such as hypertension, obesity, multiple sclerosis?
  • Resting time: Does your client need more frequent breaks?

Aside from the client factors, there are many elements to each individual trainer such as:

  • Training style: Do you have a more traditional style? Do you perform circuits? Do you subscribe to a hybrid way of training?
  • Training ability: Less experience may mean a more generic training routine whereas seasoned trainers may change acute variables each week.
  • Training philosophy: Every trainer belongs to a different style of thinking; some may be more "old school" where others may jump aboard the latest trends.
  • Recognizing client ability: Some trainers have an eye for spotting immediate concerns where others are still developing this trait. One trainer may want to spend 2 months on flexibility and exercise correction where another may jump right into strength training.

Regardless of the factors above, the acute variables need to be based on that specific client. You should never use a generic workout program for several different clients. Perform a fitness assessment, note any muscle imbalances or postural distortions then create a program accordingly.

DISCLAIMER: This site offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Disabled while we catch upAsk your question free Browse more answers
Answered by our Fitness Expert
David Sautter NASM Personal Trainer
As a personal trainer, how many different exercises should you do with a client in a session?
WorkoutLabs Fit Simple Workouts App for Weight Loss and more!
Join thousands of Fit members reaching their fitness goals with simple easy-to-follow timed workouts at the gym and at home. Get started free today!
Personal Training Software from WorkoutLabs
Coach or trainer? Create visual exercise programs your clients will love!
Shop Yoga Cards by WorkoutLabs
Exercise with confidence using our simple, visual and hight quality fitness products you can take anywhere.

Check these out too!

Available with your
WORKOUT PRO membership
Learn More