Takahiro Itagaki
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Fitness Assistant with many years of experience in instructing fitness training, creating fitness programs, nutrition, and customer service. Seasoned expert at observing activities of fitness floor to address safety concerns, incorrect form, and improper equipment technique. Friendly and respectful when communicating with members to provide useful information and positive feedback.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitness Assistant
Belton High Scool
, Japan
04.2015 - 02.2019
- Greeted customers upon entry into the facility and provided them with a tour of the facility.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in fitness center by wiping down equipment, vacuuming carpets, and cleaning mirrors.
- Conducted orientations for new members on how to use machines, free weights, and other exercise equipment properly.
- Tracked daily attendance records for each class and program offered at the gym.
- Provided assistance to members with proper use of gym equipment.
- Assisted with the design and implementation of individualized exercise programs for members.
- Demonstrated safe and proper techniques for using all gym equipment.
- Answered customer inquiries about products or services offered at the gym.
- Organized group classes such as yoga, kickboxing, and spinning are conducted according to established procedures.
- Assisted trainers in conducting assessments of clients' current fitness levels prior to beginning an exercise program.
- Educated clients on benefits of healthy lifestyle habits including physical activity and proper nutrition.
- Inspected all exercise areas regularly to ensure they are safe and secure for use by patrons.
- Discussed fitness classes with members to fit lifestyle goals, addressing physical limitations.
- Built relationships with members and guests and created welcoming and warm environment that promoted future visits.
- Utilized well-honed decision-making skills to quickly and effectively find solutions to customer issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals when necessary for optimal results.
- Counseled clients on healthy eating habits, stress management techniques and other lifestyle factors that contribute to achieving desired fitness outcomes.
- Created innovative fitness activities designed to keep participants engaged while meeting their goals.
- Recommended modifications of exercises to help participants avoid injuries.
- Built and continually expanded knowledge and expertise on latest fitness trends and programs and kept class content fresh and interesting.
Education
Master of Science - Health & Sports Science
Juntendo University
Japan03-2019
Bachelor of Science - Sports Srudy
Biwako Seikei Sport College
Japan03-2017
Skills
- Exercise modification
- Motivation and Encouragement
- Strength training expertise
- Weight management
- Nutrition assessment and planning
- Program Design
- Fitness Assessments
- Exercise programming
- Personal training
- Client Coaching
- Needs Assessment
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Fitness Evaluations
- Social Media Presence
- Relationship and Community Building
- First Aid & CPS Certified
- Lifestyle and Nutrition Guidance
- Team Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Fitness Program Design
- Problem-solving aptitude
Additional Information
* Bilingual (Japanese: native and English: fluent)
* Personal Trainer
* Statistical analysis using SPSS
* Measuring body composition via Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis
* Isokinetic strength testing via Biodex
* Animal research collection methods including measuring the weight of muscles
* Supervising resistance training sessions including in a hyperventilation state
Timeline
Fitness Assistant
Belton High Scool
04.2015 - 02.2019
Master of Science - Health & Sports Science
Juntendo University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Srudy
Biwako Seikei Sport College
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