Colby Conditioning FAQ's
Questions And Answers About Colby Conditioning Health and
Fitness Programs ...
We know you may have questions about our programs and services, many
people do, so here’s some answers to the most frequently asked
questions we receive.
Q: Your program sounds
interesting. But I’ve tried lots of ways to get in shape in the past
and I know there are lots of health clubs, weight loss centers, and
other places around town that all say “their program is the best”. How
are you different?
A: We have a saying around here that “when you train with the best, you
don’t have to suffer like the rest.” Almost all our clients have tried
different ways to get in shape in the past. Some of those programs have
given them some short-term results, most have failed miserably. Our
program differs from everything else out there because we don’t just
give you an exercise program, we spend time working with you to cover
EVERYTHING you need to get in and stay in shape - once-and-for-all. Our
programs depending on your goals and needs may cover up to 10 key
components that are required for your success - nutrition, proper
supplementation, movement preparation, prehab training, core training,
elasticity /reactive training, resistance training, cardiovascular
training, flexibility training, and our knowledge, accountability and
coaching. Our entire staff is certified by the top fitness
organizations in the country, And we guarantee you results your money
back or your next 12 weeks is FREE! When was the last time someone else
offered you that type of guarantee on a fitness program? But don’t just
take our word for it, read through our client success stories on our
website. All our clients were real people, with busy schedules, just
like you. And we’ve helped them with our program… now we’re ready for
you next!
Q: I have a VERY busy schedule, and I’m concerned about being
able to fit a fitness routine into my life. How can you help me?
A: Professionally speaking...after working with hundreds of clients
over the years we have found that "I don't have time" really means "I'd
like to procrastinate a little longer." The truth of the matter is that
you MUST make time for your health and taking care of your body today
or else you will have to make time for disease tomorrow. If you can't
fit a 45- 60 minute workout into your life, three days a week, then it
may be time to reassess and adjust your priorities. Make this
important. Heck, EVERYBODY is busy, but taking care of yourself and
your health must become important if you really want to not only look
and feel your best, but more importantly avoid so many of the health
challenges that plague most folks who have "neglected themselves" for
way too long. Our clients have found that having an appointment to
workout and fit exercise into their life is very important to making
sure they do what’s necessary to take care of themselves. If you’re
busy too, then it’s even more important that you DO make time for
exercise so you can have more energy, and be able to handle the demands
of a hectic schedule.
Our clients have found that having an appointment to workout and fit
exercise into their life is very important to making sure they do
what’s necessary to take care of themselves. If you’re busy too, then
it’s even more important that you DO make time for exercise so you can
have more energy, and be able to handle the demands of a hectic
schedule.
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Q: How quickly can I expect to see results?
A: That depends on how quickly we can help you integrate the program
into your life. Obviously the more you can follow the program we put
together for you, the faster you will see the results you’re looking
for. The majority of our clients generally feel better and have a LOT
more energy within the first couple weeks, begin losing weight and
inches in the first month, and will typically lose anywhere from 4-12%
bodyfat after about three to four months time. For some examples of
what’s possible, take a look at what other clients in our facility have
achieved. Their results are VERY substantial!
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Q: How fast can I lose weight?
A: Doctors suggest losing weight at a rate of 1-2 pounds per week. If
you are more than 25% body fat you might even lose fat faster at the
beginning of your program. However, since you didn’t gain the weight
overnight, you also won’t lose the weight overnight. Commit yourself to
long term goals and enjoy the process of developing healthy nutrition
and exercise habits that will help you increase energy, look, move,
perform and feel better while enjoying life more.
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Q: What if I have a friend or spouse that wants to workout
with me, can they join the program too?
A: Absolutely! Many of our clients bring a friend or spouse to workout
with. We find this can make your workouts even more fun and having
additional support in your life to accomplish your goals is always a
good thing! Just let us know if you have a friend or your spouse in
mind to workout with you, and we’ll have you both in for a
consultation.
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Q: Your program sounds great, but is it expensive? What are
your rates?
A: The investment in our program depends on you. We have 3 different
program options to choose from: Program Design, Private Coaching and
Semiprivate Coaching. We have clients that train anywhere from 1-4
times per week depending on their schedules, goals, motivation, and
budget. But in general the investment runs anywhere from $150 to $1000
and up per month. Keep in mind this is an investment in your health,
and without your health… what do you really have? All of our training
plans are comprehensive programs that include exercise along with
nutrition. Factors that help us determine what program fits best for
you are your goals (how long will it take to achieve them), motivation,
schedule and budget.
Most of our clients are enrolled in semiprivate coaching which is a fun
effective way to get the most out of your workouts while reducing the
cost per person. This program is unique because it provides support,
inspiration, and commitment for each other under the guidance and
direction of a qualified professional who understands your individual
needs and goals. With semiprivate coaching, hourly rates are less than
those for individual training. You will have all the benefits that
entails individualized training, personal training, but at a lower fee,
with less scheduling conflicts and enhanced social support the number 1
factor in achieving success! sessions are limited to no more than 3
people, so you get individualized instruction and supervision from one
of our Fitness Coaches.
Our program design option has the least hands on approach and that
monthly investment starts at $150 with the option of adding additional
services.
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Q: What about nutrition? I know that’s a big piece of the
puzzle to getting in shape and improving my health over the long term.
How can you help me with that?
A: Nutrition is a MAJOR piece of getting in shape and improving your
health (YOU CAN’T OUT TRAIN POOR NUTRITION HABITS). In fact, it’s the
foundation of everything when it comes to ramping up your metabolism
and getting your body to burn fat and build muscle. Exercise does not
work without a great nutrition plan. We spend a lot of time working
with all our clients on this aspect of their program which includes our
online meal planning nutrition program. We’ll also spend time reviewing
the importance of nutritional supplementation with you. It’s important
that you fill in the voids in what you’re not getting from your diet,
and always have good nutrition options that are balanced, convenient,
and easy to prepare- so you keep your “metabolic fire” burning!
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Q: What if I have injuries
or I’m REALLY out of shape (it’s been a while since I worked out) can
you still help me? What about the semiprivate coaching setting?
A: Yes, we absolutely can. We’ll review this in more detail in your
introductory consultation and initial fitness assessment, but we make
sure to start your program at the right pace for you. Your safety is
our first and foremost concern. Not only that but all of our programs
contain a prehabilitation component that is specifically designed to
help rehab injuries or more importantly prevent them. We live in a
reactive society meaning most people don’t do anything until they have
pain and discomfort, we take the opposite approach and like to be
proactive and prevent these things from happening by uncovering
asymmetries, muscular imbalances and compensation patterns that may
exist in your body. We also take pride in going after and treating root
causes instead of the band aid and aspirin approach of treating
symptoms that never seem to get any better. All our coaches are
nationally certified, and we train our staff in very specific protocols
for working with people with all types of special conditions. We’ve
worked with clients that have had all types of injuries in the past
including lower back, shoulder, hip and knee replacements, stroke,
heart attacks, MS, fibromyalgia, and more. Please let us know about
your specific conditions and we’ll let you know how we can help. Also,
we offer a Physicians Communication Program to coordinate with your
doctor on your program and make sure you get the complete care you
need. We’re here to help and be part of your recovery and goal
achievement team!
As for our coaching services, no client will be left behind or asked to
complete more than they are capable of doing safely. Whether you have
five or fifty pounds lose, you'll find that our program is just right
for you! Because we vary the load and intensity of your workouts (not
program design), women and men of all ages, abilities and fitness
levels can attend our coaching sessions and achieve incredible results.
Give us a shot, and you'll find we can help you improve - in a
supportive, yet gently challenging environment - no matter where you're
starting from today.
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Q: What if I need to cancel an appointment?
A: We require 48-hours notice of any cancellation, regardless of the
reasons for such in order to be respectful of time and fair to each and
every client. But don’t worry unlike most clubs and studios that just
offer one on one training with semiprivate coaching you can just
reschedule your missed appointment and make it up without losing out on
your investment. All sessions are by appointment only and we take
appointments Mon-Thur. starting at 5:30am and go until 7:30pm. Fridays
we take appointments from 5:30am and go until 5pm, and Saturdays we
take appointments starting at 7am and go until 11:30am. If an
appointment for Monday needs to be cancelled we require notification by
5:30pm the saturday before. No cancellations are to be submitted via
email. If you are a private training client and you cancel an
appointment and do not give 48-hours notice of such then that session
will be deducted from your account and you will have forfeited that
session. All coaching programs have liberal time limits to use up all
sessions in order to account for any vacations or sick time. These time
frames will be discussed at the onset of your program with Colby
Conditioning. We understand that life gets in the way sometimes and
that it may be impossible to give 48-hours notice. We respectfully
request that you give us notice at the earliest onset of your knowledge.
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Q: Why are you putting so much emphasis on nutrition in my
fitness program? I don’t understand, I’m working out with you… why are
we talking about nutrition at all?
A: When you joined our coaching program, we discuss your goals and help
you understand at that time how important NUTRITION is and why it’s the
biggest component of all to your success. Without an emphasis on
nutrition, exercise does very little. You see there are three
components we focus on for you to get results in a fitness program.
Strength training, cardiovascular exercise, and nutrition. They are
like a three-legged stool. If one is missing, the stool falls over.
It’s really that simple. In our efforts to continue improving our
programs, and your results, we’re now putting a greater emphasis on
nutrition in working with you because we care about helping you
accomplish your goals. And without us getting this component of your
program correct, it’s virtually impossible to improve your health and
get significant fitness results of any kind.
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Q: What is the difference between a coach and a trainer?
A: Here at Colby Conditioning we like to think of ourselves as coaches
instead of trainers. Why you say? Well we think a coach offers more, In
our minds a coach is someone who can help teach you the tricks and
secrets of the game. A coach is someone who can help you achieve your
goals and show you how to win the game of health and fitness. Nothing
brings us more joy than showing and teaching people like you how to win
and be successful!
The below statement written by Vern Gambetta sums it up:
"There is a clear cut difference between coaching someone and training
someone. I have been to training sessions all over the world in the
past few years and this distinction is clear in any language and in any
culture. Those who are training the people are counting reps, looking
at the stopwatch and shouting out times. Those who are coaching are
closely observing the client, commenting on technique, encouraging and
correcting. You can teach anyone to yell out times or to spot to
someone, it is much harder to coach, you have to be fully involved have
a plan, see the big picture, understand the context of the exercise or
the drill and the training sessions. It takes experience and is very
mindful. When you are coaching there are not any quick fixes or magic
exercises or training toys that go bing. Coaching is a high touch total
involvement process. Training is showing up and posting or reading the
athlete the workout and turning them lose to go for it. Those that are
trainers, not coaches are looking for the magic bullet, the secret
workout, the short cut to the championship. Coaches understand that
there are not any shortcuts and secrets. Coaching is just hard, planned
and directed work that accumulates over time to produce the desired
performance. Helping clients, athletes and teams is an incredible long
term commitment that demands total focus and concentration. You need to
ask yourself are you coaching them or training them. Are you in it for
the long haul? Many are called and few are chosen, because when it
comes down to it many people are unwilling or unable to make the
sacrifice or commitment necessary to truly coach."
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Q: Ok, this all sounds great and I’m very interested. What’s
the next step?
A: The next step is to complete the form below or give us a call to
request your complimentary Fitness Consultation, Assessment, and to
speak with us further about your specific goals and needs. You can
reach us at 617.249.0111 Monday-Friday during normal business hours. If
we happen to miss your call, just leave a message and we’ll get right
back to you!
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Q: What is functional training?
A: A continuum of exercises that teach clients and athletes how to handle their own body weight in all planes of human movement.
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Q: What is function?
A: Everything that the body needs and wants in order to perform optimally efficient and effective. All the right time, in the right amount, for the right result.
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Q: What does integrated mean?
A: To form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning, or unified whole, unite. To end the segregation of and bring in,
desegregate.
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Q: What is a Transformational Zone?
A: Task-specific moments and positions where movement driven eccentric muscle loading becomes power generated concentric unloading. These task-specific zones are where fundamental training is most effective in order to facilitate the desired skill.
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Q: What is a Applied Functional Science (AFS)?
A: Founded by world renowned physical therapist Gary Gray and Dr. David Tiberio; AFS is the convergence of physical, biological and behavioral sciences that integrates unifying principles to each individuals need. This process enables the practitioner to create individualized techniques (as opposed to "canned" protocols). Each person is different and therefore treated differently...the principles are the same; however the techniques change per person. For more information please visit
http://www.youtube.com/user/GrayInstitute
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Q: How does one become a fellow of AFS?
A:
An extensive year long course is taught at the Gray Institute where the student must show proficiency in their ability to apply the principles of AFS to each person they treat, train or condition. If interested please see
www.grayinstitute.com for extensive information.
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Q: What are the Functional Truths of the body in relation to human movement?
A: The body reacts and is driven by the following:
- Gravity
- Ground Reaction Forces
- Mass/Momentum
- Proprioceptively Driven - triplanar - 3 planes of motion
- Transformational - load to unload, stretch - eccentric to concentric, deceleration into acceleration
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Q: What is Functional Biomechanics?
A: Functional biomechanics is a science that helps us understand the totality of the human body. Functional biomechanics appreciate the relationships and interactions that the various body parts, segments and systems have with each other that contribute to the ability or inability to function. Understanding those relationships and interactions provides a practical framework in order to begin to comprehend the complexity of human function. Function is a miraculous combination of complex systems that are linked and interwoven with each other. It is the interaction of the various systems within the chain of the body and the interaction with the environment that dictates human function. Functional biomechanics can therefore be fully appreciated and described as a chain reaction.
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Q: What are the Basic Systems of Function?
A: The basic systems of function that react together within the body chain are the nervous, muscular and skeletal systems as supported by the cardiovascular system. Functionally combined, they are termed the neuromusculoskeletal (NMS) system. Millions of nerves, hundreds of muscles and bones are delicately integrated within the human body to react together and form the functional chain of human biomechanics. Biomechanically understanding the interrelationships of the NMS system requires functional knowledge of the interaction of the NMS system within its environments. Knowing why and how the chain reaction of the NMS system occurs in order to produce all forms of function is the key to understanding and taking advantage of functional biomechanics. Human function is referenced relative to the required or desired functional activities within the given environment. Global functional activities include hygiene and dressing activities, household and job activities, training and conditioning activities, recreation and sporting activities as well as therapy and rehabilitation activities. Core functional activities need to be successfully integrated in order to perform the required or desired global functional activities. A multitude of core functional activities must be considered as the essential basic components for all of human global function.
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Q: What are the Core Functional Activities?
A: Rolling, Extending, Skipping, Kneeling, Twisting, Ascending, Standing, Turning, Descending, Walking, Pivoting, Reaching, Stepping, Jogging, Balancing, Pushing, Running, Shifting, Pulling, Sprinting, Squatting, Lifting, Decelerating, Lunging, Carrying, Accelerating, Stabilizing, Jumping, Kicking, Bending, Hopping, Throwing, Catching, Swinging, Swimming, Skating, Skiing, and Striking
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Q: What does 3-D Mean?
A: Human function is three dimensional. We function within three planes of motion, or in all three dimensions simultaneously. The planes of motion are utilized as a reference. The sagittal plane refers to forward and backward motion. The frontal plane refers to side to side motion. The transverse plane refers to rotational motion. All of our core functional activities require an integrated NMS system that reacts and moves in all three planes simultaneously. Walking forward obviously includes sagittal plane motion, but actually is dominated by transverse plane motion with significant frontal plane motion occurring concurrently. Successful standing and balancing requires three dimensional capabilities of the NMS system throughout the chain reaction. Because of how our joints are formed, how our muscles are attached and how our nerves are wired all core functional activities are three dimensional including components of all three planes at the same time.
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