Manual Methods: Use whiteboards for demonstrations; for example, sketching movement patterns when projectors fail. Interactive Dialogue: Foster engagement through Q&A; ask participants about their experiences with exercises. Backup Plan: Prepare alternative exercises, like bodyweight drills, when equipment malfunctions. Adaptability: Shift focus to group discussions on training goals if tech fails. Stay Positive: Maintain enthusiasm; use humor to lighten the mood during disruptions.

When technology fails during a functional training session, it’s essential to stay on track. Here are some quick fixes to ensure continuity: Switch to manual methods: If digital presentations fail, revert to traditional methods like whiteboards or paper handouts. For example, if an online workout demo isn’t loading, use a whiteboard to outline the exercises and demonstrate them live. Engage in dialogue: Turn the moment into an interactive Q&A or group discussion. Encourage participants to share their experiences or ask questions related to functional training, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Have a backup plan: Always prepare alternative exercises that don’t require technology.

You may know the sentence " old school is best school "... A pen and a sheet of paper will never run out of battery... And the clock on the wall in the gym can be used as a timer... The best idea for strenght, plyo and other way to make you stronger and athletic were made in the 70 and trainer still use it nowadays... Bulgarian method and other east block method mixed with other minds from the states during the 70 and 80 are still applied for the best performance... And they didnt make it with a smartphone... ;)

Try to refrain from using technology. The finest schools and esteemed professors that students eagerly rush to learn from daily, immersed in medical science, anatomy, and physics, still rely on blackboards, chalk, and tangible models as their preferred tools, yielding exceptional results for their students. Anyone can read from a slide or activate an AI-powered squat analysis system, but a skilled instructor can modify their teaching method, employ metaphors and anecdotes, use personal interaction, along with numerous other techniques. Technology should never dominate a training session. A renowned '80s film about boxing contrasted a tech-laden training scene with a simple cabin and creativity; guess which athlete emerged victorious.

You always be prepared. Any kind of training is just like life, nothing quite goes as planned. However, as a professional, you should know the programming and know how to shift if things happen like tech glitches or malfunctioning. The tech that we use isn’t what helps people get results, it’s the fitness trainers that understands how the body needs to move in space for the desired outcome. 1. Be prepared 2. Know the programming 3. Don’t Stress 4. Improvise according to the program Stick to that and you should be fine.