Forum: Personal Trainers Section

Hi I have just become a fully qualified personal trainer and the course based the fitness testing in the gym. I was looking for advice on how to do a cardiovascular fitness test without using any cv machines?

I'll be taking my exam in about 3 months and I'm wondering what the best route to take afterwards is. I've read that working for a gym is to build a client base but I've also read that you make next to nothing and you have to kill yourself doing that and that's what I'm doing now with the job I...

I have a interview at golds gym but I hardly have experience. I am a little worried, I really want to start my career as a PT but I fear that this lack of experience will hold me back. I have a good certification just lack field experience. Will they be able/willing to help me? What do they expect...

I live in Fayetteville, NC and was considering joining Golds Gym here, the one on Bragg Blvd. Has anyone here ever worked out there or worked there? If so, please give me your honest opinion of the place, thank you.

Hey so i recently was diagnosed with Costochondritis which is an inflammation of the cartilage that attaches your sternum to your rib cage. It's said to have no known cause and it hurts every time i breathe or do any sort of upper body pressing. I also have a indented sternum (pectus excavatum)...

I was wondering if someone could recommened an app that helps a personal trainer run their business. I'm looking for something where I can keep track of how many sessions they used, how many they have left and I can email it to them. As well as keeping track of their numbers and a their program....

Im looking for a personal trainer that can help me by giving me a meal plan based on my body and on the goals im trying to reach, and that can also help me by giving me a workout routine. I can go to to the gym almost every day of the week. Im looking for someone that has personal experience on...

(Generation X) VS (Millennials) what do they want from Gyms/Fitness Centers/Health Clubs? what Do Gen X and Millennials desire from health clubs and GYMS? How do there needs differ? Here is what I currently know: __________________________________________________________ (Age Groups...

I have an 86 year old woman. Has anyone worked with anyone around this age and what type of diet and workout did you put them on??!

I have a new client experiencing what seems to be bicep tendonitis (according to google lol)... she did it a while ago just described it as very uncomfortable... not a sudden onset but starts hurting the following day... 1) Does anyone know exercises/movement patterns to avoid? 2) What are...

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Hey guys, I have an interview for a PT position at a Virgin Active Health Club in London on Tuesday, and would really appreciate it if I could get some help and guidance with what I need to prepare for my interview. This will be my first job as a PT if I am successful. The position includes a...

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I've been working out for almost 10 yrs, i have a strong urge to help people get fit & feel better about them selves. Where is the best place to get certified to become a personal trainer online? I'm looking for a place that's acredited & where ill really learn some training skills. Thanks in...

I am about to send away and start studying for a personal trainer certification. For the past several years all I have heard is that NASM is the best. I have heard lately some questioning that logic. Is NASM still the one to have? Is it just another fad and another cert will be THE ONE a little...

Hi I am really interested in learning how to become a personal trainer as I feel I have decent knowledge on training/nutrition already plus a friendly/dedicated attitude. What do you have to do to become a PT? bear in mind I live in the UK, I presume you have to take a college course for several...

Monday: Dumbbell bench press: 3 sets of 10/Wide grip pull ups: 20/Concentration bicep curls: 3 sets of 8/6 minute abs/Squats: 3 sets of 8/Dumbbell swing throughs:3 sets of 10 Tuesday: Tricep kickbacks: 3 sets of 10/Lying tricep extensions:3 sets of 10/Dumbbell rows: 3 sets of 10/ Shoulder...

I am working towards doing some fitness competitions and I am looking for others that may do this is my area that can help coach me. I live in Osceola/St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Any leads would be awesome!!!!

Make a 4 day split muscle building workout?

Hey folks. I'm compiling a list of common sense/ street smart tips for new PTs. Essentially things they don't teach you in PT courses which go a long way in regards to becoming a successful PT. I would we could all add some things and maybe even learn a few things ourselves. It could be things...

Hey guys what do you PTs think of the YMCA fit courses? Thinking of furthering my quals but heard bad things about the services they provide. Qualified with premier a few years back, and was not very impressed.

So this is a common thread: “I am a new personal trainer and I am excited to start at 'random commercial gym', any tips or what should I expect.” I will try to answer some of these question based off my experience and knowledge about the industry. I will also try to answer how your certification or...

Individuals who go to the gym generally stick to the same workout plan for a long time. This is because gym trainers cannot pay individual attention to one person. There will be no one to push their workouts to the next level, and most of them will lack motivation. Hiring a personal trainer...

I have searched, and I would just like updated input, opinions, and personal experiences. I just passed my NASM exam, and I already have been hired by an Anytime Fitness locally. They are treating me as an independent or (contracted) Trainer. I don't have to pay the gym rent, but I do pay them...

Hey all! Sorry to post this here, but I noticed there isn't an "injuries" section so I wasn't sure where else to go... Anyway, I just started noticing this pain several weeks ago and I have no idea how I first got it. I really only feel it when I do DB Incline Chest Press or Seated...