
Choosing between a nutrition certification and a personal training certification can shape the direction of your fitness career. ISSA veteran personal trainer Jenny Liebl explains the differences, how each credential impacts client results, and why many successful coaches ultimately pursue both.
ISSA’s Kurt Mangum shares how certified personal training education connects directly to real careers in personal training. From global gym partners to major U.S. brands, discover how ISSA helps students turn certification into meaningful employment.
ISSA partners with cult.fit to certify 750 trainers in GLP-1 weight-loss support and deliver CPT education across India, setting a new benchmark for science-backed fitness education in one of the world’s fastest-growing wellness markets.
The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), the global leader in fitness education since 1988, has entered into a multi-year partnership with cult.fit, India’s largest fitness brand, to serve as its preferred global education partner.
At 48, Matthew Dellarosa didn’t just get certified, he landed a personal training job faster than he expected. His story shows what’s possible when preparation meets action.
The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), the global leader in fitness education and certification, today announced the launch of the ISSA Global Summit, designed to unite fitness professionals, students, educators, and industry partners from around the world.
Exercise snacking is the simple habit of adding short bursts of movement throughout your day. Learn how these mini workouts support fitness, mobility, and consistency, especially for desk workers, and why small actions can lead to big results.

Some people think building muscle after 50 is unlikely. We know otherwise. Here are five strategies that have been proven to increase muscle mass later in life.

Discover the best workout split with our upper/lower split workout plan. Transform your fitness routine and achieve your goals effectively.
From injury and frustration to global impact, Pears Dabhi shares how earning his personal training certification through ISSA helped him rebuild his body, confidence, and purpose, while empowering others through science-backed fitness education.
Becoming a certified personal trainer is just the beginning. This ISSA perspective explains why liability insurance matters, what it covers, and how it supports long-term professionalism, client trust, and career sustainability.