FAQ

What does a personal trainer do?

A personal trainer helps the client to create and manage an exercise program tailored to their specific needs.

What is the difference between a fitness instructor and a personal trainer?

A fitness instructor provides group exercise sessions whereas a personal trainer works with an individual client or a small group.

Is there a big demand for personal trainers?

With high levels of obesity and an aging population the demand for personal trainers has continued to grow during recession. Personal training services are among the most profitable programs in leading fitness centers.

What is an average salary for personal trainers?

The average salary for personal trainers in U.S. is $38,000.00. As self-employed you could earn considerably more.

Who can be a personal trainer?

Anyone who is over 18 years old and holds a high school diploma or equivalent can be a personal trainer.

Is certification necessary?

Though no certification is required to work as a personal trainer, most gyms and health clubs prefer to hire people with a valid personal trainer certification.

Do I have to be really fit to become a personal trainer?

You will be looked at as a role model so a degree of fitness is important. However, it can be intimidating to those new to exercise if the instructor is blatantly fit; your people skills are more important.

Can a personal trainer give any dietary advice?

While a personal trainer can and is often expected to give general nutritional advice a personal training certification doesn’t qualify the trainer as a nutrition expert and restrictions apply.

What makes a good personal trainer?

A sound knowledge of exercise and the benefits of regular physical activity are important, but the key attribute of a good instructor is people skills: the ability to communicate with customers, motivate and empathise.

Can a personal trainer smoke?

While smoking is a personal preference it may affect your credibility as a personal trainer in the client’s eyes. It may also have a negative impact while working with the clients prone to asthma.

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