AFPA vs. ACE: Personal Training Certification Comparison
When deciding to become a personal trainer, many professionals choose to follow a certification program, which is a top choice when it comes to expanding your future opportunities. A personal training certification gives you the education you need to serve clients more effectively, and to understand the complex issues that can arise when it comes […]
Get Started on the Path to Becoming a Physical Fitness Trainer
Whether you’re a seasoned health and fitness professional, just developing an interest, or you’re in the market for a fulfilling career but you’re unsure of the path you want to take: a career in personal training can help you discover your own personal success, while inspiring others to lead a more fulfilling lifestyle in the […]
Ways to Make Money as a Health Coach
With the growing awareness and appreciation of embracing a healthier lifestyle, the demand for health coaches has skyrocketed. According to Precedence Research, the global health coaching industry is projected to hit nearly $26 billion by 2030. It’s safe to say, this fast-growing industry has opened up a new world of money-making opportunities for health coaches.
Tips on Setting Personal Trainer Goals for Clients | AFPA Fitness
Personal trainers bring a wealth of knowledge to every client interaction, from conveying proper form to emphasizing injury prevention to relaying the latest fitness techniques. One of the best skills they offer, though, is the ability to help clients set meaningful, realistic goals that help them see progress during every step of a fitness journey.
10 Steps on How to Become a Personal Trainer
Whether a career in personal training has been a long-term goal or you’ve just started considering taking the leap, now is the time for a jump-start that can turn your passion for fitness and for helping others into a growth-driven personal trainer career opportunity.
5 Ways to Respond When Your Client Asks for a Discount
As a professional, you want to provide the best service available. You’ve worked hard to develop the skills which allow you to give your clients the best advice and guidance available.
6 Tips for Training an Overweight or Obese Client
At some point in your personal training career you may encounter the opportunity to train overweight or obese clients. If you are seasoned personal trainer or a newbie to personal training, you may find these tips for training overweight clients helpful! Provide Some Nutrition Guidance & Coaching
How to Nail the Initial Consultation with a New Personal Training Client
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published April 2017 and has recently been updated and revised for accuracy and comprehensiveness. You check your watch. It’s almost 9 a.m. You have a prospective client coming to the gym or your personal training studio for an initial consultation. You check your watch again. You play out the […]
The Quick Guide to Using Instagram to Grow Your Personal Trainer Business
When considering which social media platform deserves your main effort, it’s tough to beat Instagram. In December, the site reported it had 600 million users and is adding about 15 million new users every month. Although only a tiny slice of those might be sales leads for your personal trainer business, that share is enough […]
What Are the Key Differences Between Personal Trainer Certifications?
You’re passionate about health and fitness, and you’ve made the decision to turn that passion into a career as a personal trainer. Chances are you have a lot of questions: What types of personal trainer certifications are available? Can I specialize? Are they expensive?