How Much Do Personal Trainers Make? A Breakdown of Recent Industry Reports and Trends
As we step into 2024, the fitness industry landscape continues to evolve, and with it comes the question: How much do personal trainers make today? Whether you're intrigued by the prospect of helping others achieve their fitness goals or simply curious about the...
Health
Liver Health Awareness: The Risks of Supplement Toxicity
For many years, research has suggested that many commonly used bodybuilding...
The Atkins Diet Resurfaces: Just Another High Fat, Low Carb Diet?
As the keto craze rages on, let’s take the opportunity to discuss another...
Exercise Science
Does a Torn Meniscus Require Surgical Repair or Removal?
The meniscus, also known as the "shock absorber" cartilage of the knee,...
The Benefits of Mindful Exercise: Embracing a Healthy Exercise Mindset
The benefits of mindfulness infrequently require much repeating, but suffice...
Turning Client Objections into Opportunities
As fit pros, we've all read the part in the NFPT Personal Trainer manual that advises us on how to...
Fitness Age Gauges for Older Clients
Medicare-aged folks comprise a notable and possibly growing segment of our personal training...
Pandemic Protection: COVID-19 Liability Waivers for Fitness Professionals
As fitness professionals, our training and predilections guide us to place a high value on...
Body Awareness: Active Hands
The quality of training sessions considerably rises when the client begins to think about how...
High Blood Sugar Lowers Aerobic Fitness
Although exercise is essential for good health, high blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels can...
Group Training Versus One-on-One
Do you only train one-on-one or do you also offer small group training sessions? Here are a few...
Portion Perception: Distortion and Reality
Portion control is an effective practice when performed habitually to manage weight and regulate...
What is Metabolic Age?
As health and fitness professionals, we spend a significant amount of time studying and discussing...
Acupuncture and Athletes
As a fit pro, I'm always looking for options my clients can use to keep them in great health in...
Inclusivity and Accessibility in the Fitness Center
Disability, a topic often deftly sidestepped within the confines of a fitness center, deserves our...
Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Fitness
Like many personal trainers, sometimes I question how impactful my contributions are for the...
Why is it Called a Dumbbell? (and Other Fitness Terms You’ve Always Wondered About)
Push-ups, Sit-ups, and Box Jumps are all aptly named exercises. The name describes exactly what...
