Forum: For Personal Trainers

what company should i go through to get a certification online? i was looking into ISSA but i really know nothing about it i thought it would be cool to get my certification and get a part time job at a gym or something. any insight would be appreciated

Hello, have lurked this forum for years, but finally got around to posting myself. I am currently studying for NSCA CPT, primarily from just studying the textbook and making flashcards. I am currently an infantryman in the army, however I plan on getting into the fitness industry after my time...

Iv recently got my CVQ level 3 Personal Trainer qualification in Scotland and am REP's recognised. Im going to be doing a working holiday in Canada next year and was wondering if my qualification is recognised or transferable there? I know in America you need to retrain but am hoping its not the...

I'm looking to get certified as I enjoy the whole fitness thing ,I've had incredible results myself and have helped a couple people get results but I'm wondering if I should get these certifications online which I can do for around 3,000$ and I'm not sure how long it would take or I could go to...

Hello! I was wondering if anyone knows the payment structure for virgin? Is it a base rent, or do they take a % of the session price? I currently train at virgin and have been offered an interview when i qualify ( 4 weeks away) but I have also been offered an interview at puregym where...

I just picked up a client who is picky as **** when it comes to eating. She is NOT vegetarian, nor is she vegan. She is this new breed I'd like to deem PICKY ASS EATER. Definition: one who only eats **** like Mac N Cheese, processed crap and carbs. (And by 'carbs' I mean Mac N Cheese, Pasta and...

Hi PTs, For contractors/self employed trainers that pay rent how have you set up your accounts/books to pay taxes? And how do you keep track. What have you claimed back in the past, an has anyone been audited. I Have been to 3 different accountants and they seem very dodgy and given me...

I am looking for a personal trainer in south calgary to take me on to do competitive fitness or bikini competitions. I just need the added push in the right direction to help me compete.

It seems almost impossible for me to gain muscle. If I eat clean and 250-500 calories over my maintenance level and get adequate protein intake and hit the gym very hard will I for sure get gains??? Or does it have to do with genetics. It almost seems as if my muscles litterally won't grow.

I'm looking for a PT to pack on as much size in the most efficient time possible. Is this even something worth getting training for or is the PT mostly for getting in athletic shape / losing weight. If it how do you find a good PT for a good price, I'm looking so far on craigslist's and prices...

What I want is a piece of software for PT's where you can go, set goals for your clients, message them and they can book sessions with you. I would like it to track the students progress.

Hi guys, I am currently certified through NASM as a PT and my gym has tasked me with teaching group classes like boot camp, bodypump, etc...I know that I don't need the AFAA Group Fitness Trainer cert but I wanted to take it either way to get some insight on what things I can improve. My schedule...

always worried about anyone i teach anything getting injured. i feel 100% accountable, especially if they are doing any of the potential serious danger exercises like OHP, squats and deadlifts. feelsbadman. although i am quite confident about my instruction, there is always the nibbling feeling...

Hi there, Just looking at becoming a certified personal trainer and just wondering if anyone has any suggestions for which is best in canada? Seems to be that ISSA and Canfit Pro are the most popular. Any help would be great