Minimal physical contact with clients is the golden rule for fitness trainers in Singapore

If direct physical contact is absolutely necessary, getting the consent is imperative. PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO
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SINGAPORE - Sticks. Pens. Towels. Foam blocks. These are the everyday tools at the disposal of fitness trainers to help correct or adjust a client's form if verbal instructions are insufficient.

Direct physical contact with the trainee should never be the default and if absolutely necessary, getting the consent is imperative.

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