Yeah, I should be taking my NASM cert test within two weeks. NASM is really good stuff because their emphasis on balance, stability, and proprioception matches a lot that we do in taichi. And the pre-hab is needed before people do taichi anyway, just what NASM recommends. So NASM's OPT model fits the needs of my taichi students as well as the clients more interested in getting in shape. I can use the OPT model to transition clinets into and out of taichi, weightlifting, KBs, or anything else they want to do. It's a great paradigm.
I agree with you on the need for static work first. If they can't do some static work, we definitely don't want them doing something dynamic.
BTW, i would even do foam roller and SMR with taiji or other MA students if I could. Most everyone that walks in my door for any reason needs it.
Would be curious to hear what others are doing.
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