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Soldier’s Five on Bootcamp Leadership

In this ‘Soldier’s Five’ post we examine Bootcamp / Outdoor Group Fitness leadership. This post reinforces the last post, on what makes a Bootcamp Successful.

Definitions. Whilst there are many definitions of leadership, the easiest and perhaps the most versatile is that of one person influencing others to achieve an outcome. It is this viewpoint that has designated our courses as Bootcamp and Outdoor Group Fitness LEADER courses. You are responsible for motivating and influencing others to achieve an outcome.

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Soldier’s Five on Bootcamp Success

Inspire. First and foremost, Bootcamp should not be used as an opportunity for trainers to 'smash' their clients. We do not disagree with hard training, but poor programming, poor exercise selection, and over-training leads to injury, less clients, bad reputation and potential litigation. Bootcamps are meant to inspire clients to push past their limits, and achieve their goals, all without injury. This is done through fitness leadership, teamwork, changes in lifestyle and a no BS approach to training.

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Soldier’s Five on Bootcamp Intensity

With Summer here many clients will want RESULTS!!! They will see Bootcamp as a 'get fit quick' scheme and want to push themselves hard. Now we all love to train hard (well maybe not at the time...), but before we get the sledge hammers and tyres out, let’s look at some guiding principles.

So some simple aspects to consider.....

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