Why It's Different

The Holistic Fitness approach is based on the clinical work of Paul Chek, founder of the first (and only) wellness institute to combine Corrective Exercise, Holistic Nutrition and Stress-Management to offer clients and patients the benefits of total health and wellness. 

Known for his innovation in functional exercise, Paul Chek, founder of the CHEK Institute, trains and consults pro-surfers Laird Hamilton and Mick Fanning and elite athletes such as Gabrielle Reece, members of the Chicago Bulls and the US Air Force Academy. By treating the body as a whole and finding the root of an injury or issue, Paul Chek has been successful where traditional approaches from medical doctors, physical therapists and other specialists have consistently failed.

Read more about the CHEK Institute here
 
How is a CHEK Practitioner different from a Personal Trainer? 

A CHEK Practitioner is a specialist in Corrective Exercise, Holistic Health, Stress Management and High-Performance Kinesiology. Home of one of the most rigorous and cutting-edge training programs in the world, the CHEK Institute trains practitioners on how to assess and effectively prescribe the most effective exercise and nutrition programs for each client, based on cutting edge research and clinical experience. CHEK Practitioners are known as experts in their field, conducting in-depth assessments as a pre-requisite to designing exercise programs, creating nutrition plans and recommending lifestyle changes. 

A CHEK Practitioner and Holistic Lifestyle Coach is trained in: 

  • Biomechanics
  • Kinesiology
  • Anatomy
  • Postural Distortion Patterns
  • Prescribing Proper Stretches and Exercises to Correct Posture
  • Detailed Assessment Techniques
  • Strength Training for Improved Coordination and Function
  • Sport Specific Conditioning
  • Hormonal, Detoxification, Digestion, and Immune System Function Assessment Techniques
  • Therapeutic Nutrition and Supplementation Programs 

Read about the CHEK approach in Surfer Magazine



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Oct 10, 2011 4:35 PM