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Does a New Personal Trainer *Have* to Start Out at a Place Like Gold's or 24-Hr?
After reading the comments about the low salaries, poor standards, overly demanding management, etc., at fitness chains like Gold's Gym and 24-Hour Fitness,...
What is the best way to become a Group fitness instructor?
I am considering entering the fitness industry on a part-time basis and am particularly interested in Group Fitness. Here are my questions that I would ...
Marketing My Web Site
Hi there, I love your site, it has been a great resource for me as I am trying to start up my own mobile personal training business. My question was how ...
I am 16 looking to get a degree ASAP!
I am young..yes, but very enthusiastic about personal training and learning as much as possible.Is there a age requirement to obtain a PT certificate? Is ...
Money back guarantee
I did not pass my exam the first time. What is the address I need to send a copy of the exam to for the double the cost refund?
Thanks.
Randy Benincasa
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recertification
I am planning to get certified. Am a bit concerned qbout the re-ccertification costs of 600 - $800. Can someone explain to me how this works?? After you ...
Irregular Training Scheduling
I am in a situation where I have a full time job and I want to do personal training part time while I keep my full time job. My problem is going to be ...
Free Client Training and Scheduling software
Does anyone have a site to download software for entering Client info and then their training schedule - I am using ACT at present but don't like it
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Multiple Certifications
Is it possible to be certified by more than one association? For example, could I study with ISSA and take an online exam in addition to taking an exam ...
Senior Fitness Certification
I would like to specialize in Senior Fitness. I've just received my PT Cert. from ACSM and would like to get a certification in Senior Fitness. Do you ...
What Are the Highest-Rated International Programs?
I am interested in becoming a Personal Trainer but I am perplexed by the variety of different programs available. I am interested in going to a highly-...
Are any chain gyms good to start out at?
I hear so many bad things about chain gyms like 24 hour fitness, Bally's, Gold's.... are there any gyms that people have had good experiences at? Lifetime ...
Personal Training Courses Requisites
I am 52 years old and just started back to working out 3 years ago. Slowly at first, I have lost 45lbs. so far. My question is should I wait and be in ...
NUTRITION Certifications
Wondering if anyone has done any of the nutritional certifications in conjunction with receiving the personal training cert. I'm trying to decide between ...
How do you become a personal trainer?
I am a student in high school and i want become a personal trainer after high school. I was wondering what classes you recommend for me to take while I'...
Sports Training Certification
I am a Medic in the Air Force currently deployed to Iraq. My question is there any certifying body that has a certification that encompasses not only ...
Fastest Way to Become a Personal Trainer?
What is the fastest way to get in the business? Once in I will always add different specialties, but I need to get in ASAP! My idol has always been Michael ...
Personal Trainer Vacation
I am wondering, how do other personal trainers take vacation. I am in the process of starting my own studio, and I am wondering, if I get several clients,...
Australia Personal Trainer Certification
I am a certified Personal Trainer in Vancouver Canada, and am looking into moving to Australia (either Queensland or NSW) and would like to know what type ...
Where does one get PRACTICAL training for certification?
I'm looking into becoming a personal trainer, but am a little confused. There are many certification programs, and I have a fairly good idea of those ...
Does this site offer Certification?
I am wanting to complete your course (I have heard great things about it) and needed clarification on the exam portion. On your website you stated that ...
Meal Planning Software
Hi, I am looking for a reliable and easy to use meal planning software program? Any suggestions out there on the best programs? Thanks!
personal trainers renting gym space
As a qualified personal trainer, do we need to pay big rent for the gym space? I am working in Australia and many fitness centers are inventing new techniques ...
How do I become a personal trainer
I am a junior in High School and would like to get into the field or personal training. I have very good grades in all subjects and love to train myself....
CPR Certification
Are most CPR certifications only valid for a year or two?
And do they cost around $40 every time you renew them?
Do you always have to have a valid ...
Training for new Trainers? How did you get your job?
Do you know of any studios or companies helping new Personal Trainers in their first weeks? I'm afraid I won't get a job, because I have just the NASM ...
Getting certified overseas?
I am currently serving in the US Army in Japan. Our Chief of Recreation, Mr. Paul Stearns offered to administer a personal training certification class ...
Approaching a private gym with my services- what should I know?
I became certified this year, and I have a small studio out of my home, and will start offering in-home training as well.
In addition, I want to approach ...
Certified Personal Trainer or Certified Fitness Trainer?
I don't understand the difference between a certified personal trainer and certified fitness trainer? I have been looking at difference courses and some ...
Which online personal trainer certification?
I am having a lot of trouble choosing a personal trainer certification program. It seems that NASM, ACE, ACSM, and NSCA are the most recognized to choose ...
I want to become a personal trainer
I want to become a personal trainer, I am 37 now and workout has always been my passions. I don't know where to start though. I have seen so many certifications ...
Personal Trainer Physical Job Requirements
What are the physical job requirements for becoming a certified personal trainer? I am a licensed physical therapist with a desire to work in the fitness ...
Do I need a college degree to be a personal trainer?
I am interested in becoming a personal trainer but I am confused about what is required. I was reading your website, and I got the impression that you ...
Am I too old to be a Personal Trainer?
Will age as personal trainer be a problem? I am 57 and would like to start my own business as a personal trainer but worry it would not be worth the time ...
How to Choose the Right Certification Program
I am going crazy trying to find a course to take. There are so many schools out there. I did see your chart, which was helpful. I am leaning towards ISSA ...
Need help designing program
Hi. I am from Puerto Rico and I just got certified through ACT. I applied for a job at a rehab center for young kids ranging from 13-17 years old. I got ...
Too young for personal training?
I am a 20 year old who really wants to be a personal trainer. I have not been certified yet, but when I do it seems like the thing to do is start at a ...
Interested in a certification that is not listed on your site
I am wondering what you think about the personal trainer certification but don't see it listed on the site. Can you tell me if it is a reputable certification?...
Advice for Starting my own Gym
I am certified through NASM and looking at starting my own gym. Do you have type of business advice or business models that can be utilized for a gym ...
How do I download the Personal Trainer Starter Kit
I signed up for the newsletter but am unable to download the personal trainer starter kit. Can you help?
National and State licenses and certifications?
Hello I was wondering if you could tell me about national certifications and state licensing for Personal trainers?
What exactly is the National Board ...
personal training schools
I am a CPT in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania. I am looking to get more educated in this field. I have been looking for a classroom/hands on training ...
Where can I find Personal Trainer Forms?
I am looking for personal training forms that I can download and print out. Medical release forms, Personal information, informed consent, liability waiver ...
Do I have to get Re-certified as a personal trainer if I move to another state?
I am training to become a Personal Trainer in Massachusetts but am considering moving to California. If I get certified before I move, will my certification ...
Do I need a personal training certification?
I am considering starting my own personal training business or working through a gym as a trainer. I have 4 years experience in varied and intense physical ...
When is the next Newsletter?
I have requested to get information or the newsletter from this site a while ago and have not gotten anything. I wanted to know when the issues came out ...
Who are you guys?
I was interested in your prep kit but so this posting online and it raised a red flag. Are you guys legitimate?
http://training.fitness.com/personal-...
Bad at Taking Tests
I am a bad at taking tests. I want to become a personal trainer but I'm afraid of taking the test, is it open book through the computer or at a place ...
Knowledge about training before school
I am enrolling very soon at a credible personal training school and wanted to know if you come across a people wanting to be personal trainers without ...
Cost to become a personal trainer
How much does it cost to take a personal trainer course, and what are the programs you need on your home computer to run the courses (i.e.adobe)?
How ...
Personal Trainer Certification without taking classes
I am a student of physical education and health education and have finished all of my fitness classes. I want to be a personal trainer and I took the practice ...
Do I have enough experience?
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I'm thinking about becoming a personal trainer or group fitness instructor, but I don't know if I have a strong enough background. I'm about to graduate ...
UK Personal Trainer Requirments
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I am a certified personal trainer and I would like to start my own business in the UK but I am a bit confused about the regulations around the personal ...
Part time Personal Trainers?
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Do any of you train part time? I have a full time job, but I have been considering getting certified and working with clients either at corporate gym ...
Getting CPR Certification
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I am really interested in starting the path to be a certified trainer. I am in shape and have the mentality that it takes to help people with fitness....
People with degenerative disk disease?
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Hi! My name is Debra and I have a mild bulging disk in my neck and lower back. Is it safe for me to be a personal trainer? I was thinking most people ...
Univesity student wants certification
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So i am in my third year of a science based kinesiology degree and have taken anatomy physiology, injury treament and prevention, and well an array of ...
Proctored vs non-Proctored Exam
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Does anyone know if proctored personal certification exams are regarded more positively than non-proctored exams by potential employers? It seems as if ...
Slow summers for personal trainers?
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I'm planning to move to NYC from LA this summer (2009) and read something about "slow summers" for personal trainers. Can I get some feedback on this? I ...
Sports Nutrition/Nutrition Wellness Certifications
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I recently passed the NASM exam to receive my personal trainer certification. I currently have a full time job in an unrelated field but am looking to ...
Special Needs Client Certification
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I would like to work with special needs clients, specifically eating disorders. Is the NSCA-CPT the only certification that covers this? Do I have to have ...
Online Certs in Nutrition and Spinning
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I have qualified as a personal trainer and exercise to music instructor (aerobics) . I would like to do some further courses online in diet and nutrition ...
Personal Trainer Employee Performance Evaluation
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Where can I find an outline so that I can annually evaluate my employees as a personal trainer?
