Sub theme

Code

Responsibility

Lack of knowledge or qualification

Employer or manager’s role

Health professional

Client responsibility to take action

Management strategies

Approach client and express concerns

Signposting to sources of support

Nutrition education

Reduction in exercise plan

Avoidance (fear of exacerbation/upsetting client)

Support from colleagues

Limited influence

Advisory role

Lack of acceptance by client

Frequency of contact with client

Guidelines

Availability in exercise environment

Specific to personal trainers

Protection for trainers

Education and workshops