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Originally Posted by PowerManDL
Just make sure to understand and clarify the expectations of the client and the limitations of the process.
Practically speaking, you're not really going to coach form online, even with video it ends up being all but unworkable due to the dynamics.
Best bet is to emphasize the points you can work with, ie the planning and structure of the routine, the nutrition, etc.
Also, the motivation factor. Yes, this has to be present as well in hands-on training, but because it's more of a self-starter thing when you're not actually there, you have to take into account that what they're doing may not be what you're telling them. At least in person if they don't do it you can react accordingly.
For all those reasons, make sure they understand that it's more of a consultancy than actual training.
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Great point about the motivation factor. The motivation factor is relatively simple with an online training situation. You can always communicate that through articles or an actual phone consultation. Since developing true and long lasting motivation is so misunderstand it is wise to do what I stated above. We just launched an online community for women and the backbone of it is the motivational aspect and it is easy to get across. That is rather easy to do in an online situation. I would be more concerned about their form when doing the exercises and that they understand about program design. These are the main reasons why it is so much better to be there, hands on.
Chaney