Confusion in definitions of types of exercises

[palmerjh1957]

I have recently started phase 1 from D=F. I am trying to use different exercises to keep it fresh. I'm pending surgery for a torn meniscus so I am careful what I am doing. But when I have spoken to different trainers at my fitness center, I can't get them to agree on what is a push or a pole or a lift exercise. One trainer said pull-ups are a pool exercise, the next one I talked to said it was a lift. 

Seeking better exercise definitions and what category they fit in. 

I am also looking for a good suggestion of a form to use to keep track exercises and any improvements. I don't want another application. Something I can use at the gym and make notes on. Any suggestions are welcome.

[mynewunit]

I think you would have to show them the actual book. The concept of pull, push are a general term. It is just a version of leg day or "tri's and bi's". You need them to see the suggestions in the manual.

If you are looking for them to make suggestions for exercises to do with a damages knee is a great way to never get an answer. You will have to work with your ortho and personal experience to find ways to strengthen your leg without damaging the knee.

Look for them to give guidance on what versions of exercise is best for your goals. What is best for your knee. They might give you ways to modify the application of those exercises. Practical things you would receive as suggestions for your situation would be low reps with knee bending exercises, cardio should not be knee loading, so avoid stairs or running. swimming, walking, maybe bike or rowing. For lift, instead of squat, try leg press. Instead of traditional dead lift try Romanian dead lift, rack pulls or pin pulls. This is just a reduced range of the dead lift, specifically starting or loading at a more upright position. Pass along these things and have them make suggestions while holding the book.

Keep up the work. There will be setbacks. Find a doctor they wants to help you get strong and will help you work hurt. Some medical professionals fix issues by prescribing decades of rest. Try finding a doctor that remedies with strength or exercise or activity. There is a place for medicine, rest and surgery, but those should all have expiration dates and return to normal.

[gkieser92]

If you are recovering from injury, you may want to consult a physical therapist rather than a trainer. A PT specializes in recovery. Find one that focuses on athletes who understands your goals. There is a huge range in the specializations of PTs. I found one that worked me harder than I had ever worked myself, even before the knee surgery.