How to Avoid Overtraining It’s not unusual for clients to push and to train according to the slogan “no pain, no gain.” Indeed, this could be a worthy idea for a competitive athlete but for our normal everyday client, it tends to lead to overtraining. Overtraining can be defined as an exercise program that leads […]
Benefits of Becoming a Self Employed Personal Trainer
Benefits of Becoming a Self Employed Personal Trainer The advantages of being self-employed include having a flexible schedule, independence, being your own boss and the possibility of receiving tax advantages. Most often, personal fitness trainers are more creative and experience increased personal satisfaction and a greater sense of achievement when they are self-employed. The disadvantages […]
What Should You Charge for Your Personal Training Services?
How much should a personal fitness trainer charge for their training sessions? Fees are commanded based on the trainer’s ability to conduct a professional business. Decide on a per-hour basis and maintain that rate without negotiation. Haggling and negotiating is not professional. Imagine asking your hairdresser for a package deal or your doctor to give […]
How to Start the First Workout
People don’t buy features, they buy the benefits that those features give to them. This should be the focus of the first personal training session, finding the motives behind the client’s goal (what they NEED – this is found by asking detailed questions) and connecting them to the BENEFITS of YOU (telling the client how […]
Developing Your Credibility as a Personal Trainer and Professional Coach
Building Your Credibility as a Professional Trainer and Coach Credentials always have their place — they are often the first step towards getting your foot in the door and they can help build your confidence as a personal fitness trainer or coaching professional. What a credential won’t necessarily do is help you attract that all […]