Discover how Exercise Science students at Simmons University are using TrueCoach to revolutionize their education by allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge practically.
“Since integrating TrueCoach, we’ve seen a marked improvement in student engagement and skill application—ensuring our graduates stand out as top candidates in the industry.”
Tim Hanway
Assistant Professor, Health and Exercise Science Simmons University
In summary
Problem
Students were struggling to stay engaged and develop the practical skills needed to succeed in today’s technology-driven health industry. Traditional teaching methods weren’t equipping them with the hands-on experience and digital competencies required to navigate the complexities of modern health and fitness professions.
Solution
TrueCoach gave Tim Hanway’s students the tools to actively apply their knowledge in real time, helping them bridge the gap between theory and practice. With an interactive platform that fosters essential digital competencies, his students are now more prepared than ever to succeed in the evolving health and human performance industry.
Results
Since integrating TrueCoach, we’ve seen a marked improvement in student engagement and skill application. Students are not only learning but also applying their knowledge in innovative ways that make them standout candidates in the health and performance sectors. Their readiness for professional challenges has tangibly increased, making our program a leader in developing future health professionals and women’s health advocates.
Overview
Tim Hanway, ACSM-EP, NSCA CSCS, is an Assistant Professor of Health and Exercise Science at Simmons University with a background in elite sports science, having worked in high-performance environments in both the U.S. and the U.K. In addition to teaching, he designs high-performance employee wellness programs for various organizations. His teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that education should inspire learning and prepare students for the evolving landscape of health and human performance. By integrating innovative technologies like TrueCoach into his curriculum, he ensures that students gain the hands-on experience and digital competencies needed to excel in their careers.
Recognizing the limitations of traditional teaching methods in engaging students and preparing them for the complexities of the modern health industry, Hanway turned to TrueCoach as a solution. The platform has transformed his approach, providing an interactive learning experience where students can apply theoretical knowledge in real-time while developing critical digital skills. Since adopting TrueCoach, he has seen a significant increase in student engagement and skill application, positioning his program as a leader in training future health professionals and women’s health advocates.
The Problem
Students faced challenges in staying engaged and gaining the practical skills essential for success in today’s tech-driven health industry. Traditional teaching methods lacked the hands-on experience and digital proficiency needed to prepare them for the complexities of modern health and fitness careers.
The Outcome
Since implementing TrueCoach, Tim Hanway’s students have become more engaged and better equipped to apply their skills in real-world settings. They’re not just learning—they’re actively using innovative tools that set them apart in the health and performance industry. With enhanced readiness for professional challenges, they are emerging as top candidates in their fields, reinforcing the program’s reputation for developing future health professionals and women’s health advocates.
The Solution
TrueCoach is a leading fitness and personal training platform that 20,000+ fitness professionals from around the world use to manage their personal training and coaching businesses. The program is designed to help fitness coaches and healthcare professionals learn to prescribe exercise and monitor patient progress at scale, implementing a modern and scalable approach to patient management and exercise prescription.
With TrueCoach, Simmons University Exercise Science students now have access to state-of-the-art exercise prescription and patient management tools, including:
- Workout Design and Execution – TrueCoach’s drag-and-drop workout builder allows coaches to create a completely customized program in under two minutes.
- Goal Progress & Analysis – The comprehensive dashboard allows coaches to see client progress and analysis all in one place.
- Client Management – The success of any fitness instructor hinges on this. See client engagement, success, and performance at a glance from your home screen.
- Personal Branding Business Management – The fitness industry is a competitive one, which means getting to grips with the ins and outs of finance, business management and personal branding in an app designed to be customized.
- Nutrition & Habit Tracking – Prescribe custom nutrition plans and create individual habits for clients to focus on their success in and outside the gym, fuelled by TrueCoach’s MyFitnessPal integration.
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Article by Clare Hudson
First published: March 25 2025
Last updated: March 25 2025