ACE is the best personal trainer certification
by Karla Gravitt
(Durham, NC)
The ACE (American Council on Exercise) certification is one of the most reputable personal trainer certifications available. With over 65% and of our population overweight or obese and having at least one cardiovascular disease risk factor, personal trainers jobs are now more important than ever. Communities, corporations and individuals know they need to transform their lifestyles to prosper, thrive and live. However, most people need help. Personal trainers now take on the roll of counselor, teacher, motivator and friend. Personal trainers are no longer seen as former bodybuilders in tank tops yelling at their client on the bench press machine. Today's personal trainers are professionals helping the everyday person live a healthy fulfilled life. ACE understands this evolving role of personal trainers and their certification reflects this important industry transformation.
As the popularity of personal training continues to grow it will become even more crucial your certification is through a reputable organization rather than the myriads of "quick and easy" certs out there. Recently, the NCCA, an independent non-governmental agency that accredits certifications in a variety of professions began reviewing personal trainer certification. Any certifying agency not accredited by the NCAA is probably not worth exploring. ACE was one of the first organizations to be accredited through NCAA.
As a graduate student pursuing my MA in Exercise Physiology and opening my own personal trainer studio, I hope to recruit employees who are ACE certified. ACE's emphasis on continuing education and reviews of scientific research make them a leader in the field. I recently attended their annual fitness symposium and was impressed with the outstanding speakers and workshops. I was able to meet the top names in the industry and interact directly with the president of ACE.
ACE produces personal trainers who are well-rounded and highly educated in the field of exercise and sport science. ACE personal trainers are prepared to not only work with the everyday client but also special populations and the older client. ACE personal trainers know the most up to date and scientifically sound information to pass on to their clients. ACE will prepare you to be a successful and professional trainer.
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