Personal Trainer FAQ
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Personal Trainer FAQ
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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Running a Fitness Boot Camp
I am newly trained & new to the business. I reside 20-30 minutes from downtown Atlanta in a small yet growing community of professionals and it just so ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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!
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 ...
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 ...
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?...
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?
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 ...
NCCA Accreditation
NCCA specifically states that any organization seeking their accreditation, which is only for the testing methods, states that the organization can not ...
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 ...
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 ...
NCCA accredited online certification
Is there an NCCA certified online personal trainer course? Perhaps there have been new developments online. :)
Thanx
Eric
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 ...
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 ...
Fastest Way to Become a Personal Trainer?
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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 ...
Where does one get PRACTICAL training for certification?
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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 ...
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?
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