You got through the 1st major hurdle got yourself certified as a personal trainer. The next step is to become successful, but that begs the question, how do we do that? As a newly certified personal trainer, you may not have a lot of clients to train initially. There are many behaviors that contribute to [...]
You get the itch to help others through a career in fitness. You start to do your research only to feel overwhelmed with the information out there. You learn there are different certifications, they all sound the same, they have different pricing, structures, formats and locations. The more you search, the harder the answer can [...]
You took that step and got your personal training certification. Now you're wondering what's next? One of the greatest benefits of personal training is the flexibility to approach it however you want. As a personal trainer, you can decide to work in commercial, private, and/or online. Within each area, there are many opportunities for a [...]
If you've ever trained with me, you'll know my favorite slogan is: "We strive for progress, not perfection." More importantly, sometimes we need to regress to progress. Understanding that perfection is not an immediate goal can transform both the coach-client relationship and the journey itself. Embracing imperfection with grace makes the process more enjoyable and [...]
Hi! I'm Sarah. I'm 27 years old and work as a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach at Fitness World. Health and fitness have interested me since I was 15 years old, although I didn't start off having a very positive relationship with food and exercise. I used to spend hours doing cardio, didn't prioritize having [...]
As a Personal Trainer, coaching our clients goes beyond the session and one singular domain. Personal trainers assist their clients in fitness, nutrition, or personal development so understanding the nuances of psychology can significantly impact client adherence and success. Beyond simply prescribing workouts or nutrition support, effective personal trainers delve into the intricacies of behavior, [...]
Here are 7 tips that you can utilize to set yourself up for success while studying for the National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Training program whether you are self-studying or apart of BCPTI. Familiarize yourself with the NASM CPT exam format and content: The NASM CPT exam is a computer-based test that consists [...]
Personal training as an industry continues to grow and evolve beyond the physical benefits as we recognize the mental health components. What we see is the interplay between physical health on our mental health and vice versa. For some, taking care of their physical health through exercising, being active and doing the things they love [...]
Although I have only been in the fitness industry for about two years, it is evident that client needs are constantly evolving. Although client needs are changing, technology and other modalities have become popular to support our clients beyond the session. Currently, trainers, fitness companies, and coaches have access to tools that allow clients to [...]
When I first started training clients in my teenage years, I had this very specific perception of how I would get better at my job. I wanted to be one of the best there was! However, being completely new and green, my resume was essentially a blank piece of paper with my address on it. [...]
