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In this podcast, Rado Pagac, a fitness trainer and a well-known fitness model, shares his observations and experiences as a fitness trainer and gym owner. Tune in as we talk about gym clients and their varying training expectations with regards to health, fitness, and inspiration.  

“People should need to choose trainers wisely so they know that the trainer is going to keep them within their body needs.” –Rado Pagac 


Rado highlights clients’ needs analysis as a crucial aspect to personal training. 
They will talk about the importance of choosing the best trainer. 
Rado will also share some quick tips regarding nutrition.  
Rado will cite very relatable training experiences from clients. 

Takeaways: 


Personal training is heavily reliant on the specific needs of the clients. This is why an initial evaluation is strictly implemented at the start of any fitness program. 
Starters should look for the best trainer. They should consider not just the looks or physical appearance, but also the trainer’s knowledge and personality towards fitness and training. 
First timers go into the gym with varying expectations and goals. 

On this episode of DIWD, David furthers the pitfalls we face when looking to get in shape or lose weight. He details the after-effects of the contestants on the hit tv show, "The Biggest Loser" and how most contestants went back to their regular overweight or even increased their overall weight after extreme dieting on the show.
And finally, the key to a successful health program is sustainability. David offers his suggestions on where you can start with a health program - through walking.

HERE'S HOW TO START A WALKING ROUTINE:
Slow Pace Walkers: You'll look to burn 75 calories for every mile.
Week 1: walk ¾ of a mile, every other day
Week 2: 1 mile every other day
Week 3: 1 ¼ mile every other day
Week 4: 1 ½ mile every other day
Month 2: Same distance 6 times a week

Medium Pace Walkers: You'll look to burn 100-115 calories per mile
Week 1: walk 1 ½ miles, every other day
Week 2: 2 miles every other day
Week 3: 2 ½ miles every other day
Week 4: 3 miles every other day
Month 2: 3

On this episode DIWD, David discusses the many pitfalls we face in getting healthy and why we time and time again hop into extreme exercise regimes or fad diets promising drastic change. And what happens to your body when you go all in on these extreme diets and exercises. David chalks it up like this, your quality of life is not measured by your house, car, or job, it’s measured by your health! Want to know a different approach to getting healthy and staying healthy? Have a listen and find out.

On this episode of Do It With Dave, David discusses the life-changing benefits he's personally experienced practicing yoga. He goes into detail about how as a personal trainer he was strong and muscular through his 60's but was really missing out in flexibility. As a nation of shallow breathers yoga is actually just as much a practice of breathing. Practicing yoga also helps with getting in and out of the car and bed. It helps with shrinkage of the spine, tightening of muscles, and above all else, it helps with mental clarity.

On this episode of Do It With Dave, I give insight into what one can do to get a larger, or smaller, butt. From how much protein to consume, the difference between simple and complex carbs and which ones to eat, along with, what foods to stay away from. I break down the anatomy of the gluteus maximus and the importance of having a strong buttock as well as some strength training exercises you can do for your buttock including wall sits and squats.

On this episode of Do It With Dave, David discusses the many benefits of planks. Are you still doing crunches and sit-ups? Still looking for a flat and tight stomach?TRY PLANKS! They’re highly effective and less time consuming. Planks hold many benefits including using more muscle groups, as well as better for your back and neck. Another great feature of planks is that there are variations of planks for all skill levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced.

David also walks you through how to do planks - both high planks and low planks. Want to learn more about how to do planks? Videos coming soon!