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08-26-2010, 11:03 AM #61
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08-26-2010, 12:06 PM #63
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08-27-2010, 07:51 AM #64
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For example, say I just stick with exercise physiology as a major and nutrition as a minor. What about clients wanting to eat right and workout? With a degree in nutrition ,would this help against clients who filed a lawsuit saying I didn't know what I was talking about and gave them bad supplements or diet plans etc?..
1 Corinthians 6:19
No matter how strong you get,don't ever try to take it all on alone. If you do, you're guaranteed to fail..Itachi Uchiha
"Knowledge and patience will counter greater skill"....Marcus Crassus
Current stats as of May 13 2014:
Bench:245
Squat:335
Deadlift:405
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08-27-2010, 01:06 PM #65
As long as you keep away from attempting to treat clinical conditions & stick to the basics of improving bodycomp or training performance, then you're in the clear. People aren't quick to sue their trainers, and I've known scores of trainers who give ALL KINDS of nutritional advice. I'm not condoning the indiscriminate practicing of unqualified nutritional counseling, nor am I saying that it's free of legal risk. However, I can say that in my 15 years in this business, I've never heard of a single case where a client sued a trainer for dangerous dietary advice. There have been cases where people have had possible drug-stimulant interactions that have lead to lawsuits, but I think you'll have a better chance of winning the lottery & getting struck by lightning in the same day if you stick to basic nutritional advice for the purposes I listed previously.
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08-28-2010, 09:37 PM #66
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09-02-2010, 03:11 PM #67
Great post! I am so glad I read it. I had a tough time deciding between nutrition or training.
My true passion lies in nutrition I must say
I hope you don't mind me asking, but what is your average monthly income?
I'm curious because I am interested in taking my dietetics course, but don't want to invest in something I can't make a decent living on.
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09-02-2010, 03:23 PM #68
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09-05-2010, 08:56 AM #69
I initially went to school for nutrition/exercise science, then changed paths and did nursing school. That was 14 years ago. I've been working ER/ICU since. Great day job, consistent pay, but I'm pretty burned out.
I was considering going back to finish ES/Nutrition, but I almost feel it would be better to get a degree in biochemistry and avoid all the bull**** spew of old school nutrition dogma. Just my opinion, but it seems many of today's RD's are clueless when it comes to real world nutrition and how it relates to athletes, Alan being one of the exceptions. In a perfect world, an education in biochemistry and endocrinology would be the most interesting.
I've read all your journal reviews Alan. Good stuff.
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09-05-2010, 11:35 AM #70
I make enough to support a stay-at-home wife & 2 kids. I have multiple income streams, so the amount I make is more than the typical nutritionist or personal trainer. I make the majority of my income from writing. To give you a rough breakdown, here are my income sources along with their proportional contribution to the total monthly:
Monthly research review (AARR): 40%
Client counseling: 20%
Book sales: 20%
Men's Health magazine/article writing & consulting: 20%
One thing I'd note is that when I first started out, it was 100% client counseling income for a long while, and the proportions have shifted over recent years. The magazine, book, & research review income kicked in within the last 3 years or so. I've found that it's optimal to be diversified in your income streams - not only for financial security, but it also keeps things interesting & prevents burnout.Last edited by alan aragon; 09-05-2010 at 11:52 AM.
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09-05-2010, 11:37 AM #71
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09-05-2010, 01:12 PM #72
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09-08-2010, 10:57 AM #74
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Very insightfull!
Thanks for such a great view of how your journey into the fitness world has created the success you now have today. As an exercise science undergrad, with a growing interest in nutrition, it is nice to hear about others experiences and opinions on some of the many different career paths available in the health and fitness field!
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09-13-2010, 01:10 PM #75
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09-20-2010, 04:26 AM #76
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09-21-2010, 12:50 AM #77
By this, I'm talking about how some gyms advocate high-pressure selling (also called hard selling).
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09-21-2010, 01:14 AM #78
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09-29-2010, 09:21 AM #80
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10-10-2010, 08:12 AM #84
help with cross fit education
hey!
it s my first time that i post here but it s been a long time that i read this site!
so...i have a guestion ...i am a personal trainer and now i want to be educated in cross fit...does anyone know how can someone a cross fit instructor be?
i live now in germany in wuerzburg for one year as a student and i want to be educated in cross fit because i find it sooooo cool!
so...any information is accepted!
sorry if this is not the right topic to post for cross fit...i am not so good with pc!
thanks...
is something wrong with my post?is it not in the right topic because cross fit word is red...any moderator can help please?i thought the topic with personal trainers would be right...sorryLast edited by elenitsa; 10-10-2010 at 09:12 AM.
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10-16-2010, 09:53 AM #85
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10-20-2010, 05:11 AM #86
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10-20-2010, 02:36 PM #87
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10-22-2010, 01:55 AM #88
I loved reading that!
Thank you. Best info I have ever read
You really inspire me!I have complete control over my body. What I eat and what I do reflect that. Nobody can stop my progress. I will continue my progress until my goals are met. Then from there I will need to achieve new goals to keep the forward progression of my mind, body, and soul. I motivate myself every day to work out, eat healthy, and live my life to the fullest.
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10-22-2010, 12:10 PM #89
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10-26-2010, 12:22 PM #90
Alan, I love your fellow brah motivation. No Homo. Haha, sorry n00b to these forums. I just quit my past career in IT consulting work cause it made me straight catabolic, got some ***** and now love my job making people healthy. Your Mr. Miagee teachings are flawless! Thank you and keep it up......
.....semi Homo
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