Should You Charge for Initial Fitness Consultations?
Should personal trainers charge for initial fitness consultations? This is a question many fitness professionals and gym owners might contemplate as they build their businesses and consumer base. I wish there was a simple “black and white” answer that every trainer could apply but few things are ever that simple. The lack of a clear […]
Pregnancy and the Immune System
The conventional medical wisdom is to protect the “fragile” immune system of pregnant women. But is pregnancy and the immune system working in the way we are led to believe? How much do we understand about pregnancy and the immune system? Turns out we knew little until very recently. It used to be thought that […]
Building Your Credibility in the Fitness Industry
All professionals must build and maintain their credibility in their respective industry. This is true for novice and well-practiced individuals. In the health and fitness industry, this can be both challenging and intimidating. Unfortunately, this industry isn’t regulated by a nation-wide law or resolution that requires that health and fitness professionals obtain specific or accredited […]
Customize a Race for Your Clients
Many races abound throughout the year, although most are virtual right now with the pandemic. In years unlike 2020, races include runs of varying distances (1-mile fun run, 5K, 10K, marathon, ultra runs). Some runs have obstacles and mud. While some offer beer or doughnut incentives. Other races incorporate activities like biathlons with biking and […]
Unique Venues for Trainers to Pursue
Personal training, already a booming industry, expects to witness a growth spurt of 13% in the next 5-10 years. While the majority of trainers, both full-time and part-time, have traditionally sought employment in gyms or fitness centers, if not opening their own spaces, many experienced professionals have expanded their horizons to embrace opportunities in diverse […]
Donovan Stewart–NFPT Personal Trainer Spotlight
One look at Donovan Stewart’s Instagram account and you will be inspired and impressed by his skills, presentation, and breadth of experience. Donovan was raised in New York City and after suffering an eye injury while running, found a passion for the sport that changed his life. He competed at the high school level which […]
What Happens When the Shot Stops? Coaching Clients Beyond GLP-1 Use
There’s a question more and more personal trainers are starting to hear at the end of a training session or over coffee after a client has achieved remarkable progress: “What happens when I stop taking the shot?” The “shot,” of course, refers to a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Whether it’s semaglutide, liraglutide, or tirzepatide, these medications […]
Combatting February Backslide: Keeping Your Clients Engaged
The January resolutioners are out in full gym force for about a month or so. As February arrives in full winter mode, many gym-goers and clients fall off their health and fitness goals. While percentages vary based on the year, as many as 80% of health and exercise resolutions fail by February. You see it […]
Post-Pandemic Gym Modification Rundown
For our clients who have experience working out in fitness centers pre-pandemic, they will likely see modifications since the pandemic. Trainers can assist clients with navigating through these new changes. During the pandemic, most gyms closed temporarily or, unfortunately for many, permanently. As the doors have started opening on those who had temporary closings, things […]
Blake Sama–NFPT Personal Trainer Spotlight
Blake Sama, an NFPT-CPT for 15 years, was born and raised in Arlington, Mass., a suburb of Boston. He moved into the city for school and never left. Blake holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical and biomedical engineering from Northeastern University. He works to use his NFPT certification and educational background to bring […]