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The Essential Guide to Part-Time Personal Training
Why and How to Become a Part-Time Personal Trainer

You don’t have to work full-time as a personal trainer to enjoy this fitness role. Learn several benefits of training others part-time, as well as how to get started—even if you have no experience.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Best Exercises for Hiking to Build Muscle and Endurance

Are you or your clients looking to go hiking this summer? Here are some tips to develop a safe and effective exercise program to build muscle and endurance for hikes.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, What Is the Gym Commission Structure for Personal Trainers?, Do you understand Big Gym Pay?

Gyms often pay trainers based on a commission structure. Here are a few of the most common commission structures. We also share factors that can affect commission, and questions to ask before agreeing to a specific structure.

Beginner Agility Ladder Drills to Boost Sports Performance

“I don’t want to be better at my sport” said no athlete ever. So, what’s one way to improve sports performance for yourself or training clients? Agility ladder drills. Here are five that are easy enough for beginners but still effectively boost speed and agility.

What Is Exercise Therapy and How Does It Help?

Want to better help your personal training clients who are injured or have a chronic illness? You can do this as an exercise therapist. Learn what exercise therapy entails. We also share how it can help clients with both acute and chronic conditions.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, What Does an Exercise Therapy Specialist Do?

Never heard of an Exercise Therapy Specialist? Well, let's take a deeper look at who these people are, why they are so important, and how you can become one of them!

The Five Pillars of Transformative Fitness with American Barbell

Exercise is more than just a path to physical strength—it's a gateway to glowing skin. The boost in circulation from a vigorous workout does more than just energize your muscles; it rejuvenates your skin by promoting detoxification and oxygenation.

Mind Over Muscle: Psychological Components of Fitness

Mental preparation can enhance performance and help clients achieve better physical results. Up your game with these tips to harness the power of your brain, here on the blog.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, CPR Training for Personal Trainers—What You Need to Know

As a personal trainer, you have a responsibility to provide clients with the best advice and guidance. You are also responsible for keeping them as safe as reasonably possible. This means having proper lifesaving training. Here's everything you need to know about CPR training for personal trainers.

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Ultimate 25-Minute Workout Guide for Volleyball Athletes

Need an effective way to improve volleyball performance? Increasing strength and power can be a challenge for most athletes, especially for those who do not train outside of practice. This workout provides the best exercises for volleyball athletes!

ISSA, International Sports Sciences Association, Certified Personal Trainer, ISSAonline, Using Fitness to Boost Mental Health

Exercise can help boost the strength and resiliency of the mind. But, when clients have mental health issues, it can be very difficult for them to even get out of bed. Learn about using fitness to boost mental health and how being aware can make all the difference!

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Do you understand the overload principle well enough to plan the most effective programs for your clients? We’ve got you covered in this latest post about progressing safely and maximizing training gains.