Most people know that if they exercise and eat right they will have a healthier lifestyle. However, sometimes our jobs, family and other commitments prohibit…
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The Most Important Traits of a Personal Trainer Entrepreneur
This is our last week for breaking out our Characteristics of Personal Training Entrepreneurs list. What are the most important traits to have as a…
READ MOREThe Worst Personal Training Advice
A lot of being a personal trainer is educating your clients on what you know. This transfer of knowledge can be a tricky thing. Especially…
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Marketing Your Personal Training Business for 25 Years
It is an entrepreneurial feat when a business survives for 25 years! NFPT has come a long way from when I first had a vision…
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Is Niche Training Worthwhile?
In our society there are many diverse groups of people ranging in age, gender and fitness level. As fitness professionals, we learn to train each…
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Cross-Training to Improve Fitness and Decrease Injury
All too often people want to do only one type of exercise. Runners increase their running mileage. Cyclists bike outside and in spin class. Yoga…
READ MOREMarketing with a Long-Term Strategy
In order to have your fitness business succeed for any length of time, you need some good planning. One thing that I cannot stress enough…
READ MOREKeeping Up With The Times
One of the most difficult things about owning and running a business for 25 years is keeping up with the changes. Not just in your…
READ MOREIntensity: The Most Important Part of a Fitness Routine
In my humble opinion, intensity is the most important aspect of a fitness routine. It is what separates an average workout from a great workout.…
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National Senior Health & Fitness Day 2013
This year marks the 20th National Senior Health & Fitness Day (NSHFD). NSHFD is a nationwide health and fitness event for older adults. It is…
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Make Your Fitness Business Available
Last week I briefly touched on the importance of keeping up with the times in this industry. I gave you a small bit of information…
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Women and Weight Training
Women and weight training is something that isn’t usually observed. Many women are afraid to lift weights because they are worried that they will get…
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