4a) The Goals of Intro Sessions
1. Purpose of Intro Sessions
Intro sessions are for individuals new to movement or weightlifting.
Aim to build comfort over 3 to 7 hours before joining group sessions.
2. Importance of Fun
Ensure the intro sessions are enjoyable.
Make jokes, ask questions, and create a light atmosphere.
If participants don't have fun, they won't return.
3. Building Autonomy
Teach participants to check themselves in and handle their own equipment.
Explain how to set up their workout space independently.
4. Teaching Processes Alongside Movements
Use the same communication style as in group sessions.
Involve participants in gathering their equipment and understanding its use.
5. Safety and Mechanics
Focus on teaching safe and correct movement mechanics.
Simplify exercises if necessary to ensure safety.
6. Explaining the Why
Help participants understand the importance of exercises in relation to their goals.
Connect movements to real-life benefits and health outcomes.
7. Personalizing the Experience
Relate exercises to participants' lives and goals.
Use relatable examples to make the training relevant and engaging.
8. Summary of Core Goals
Reinforce the main objectives of the intro sessions to set the tone for future training.
