Personal training Articles

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05 Mar 2021

How to Gain Confidence as a Personal Trainer

Career AdvicePersonal training

Starting a career as a PT is no easy feat. Taking on your first clients can be extremely daunting, as their health & wellbeing will be directly in your hands. Try following our handy tips to improve your confidence in your personal training career.

Kit Jumbo
26 Feb 2021

Essential Equipment for Your Personal Trainer Kit

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Being a PT requires skill, knowledge and equipment, especially if you want to be able to operate outside a gym. This article will cover all the basic yet essential personal training equipment you’ll need to provide your clients with diverse sessions.

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27 Mar 2020

How To Start A Personal Training Business

Career AdvicePersonal training

Running your own personal training business is a great career path for those who want to be their own boss. Check out this article to find out how to get started.

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04 Sep 2019

Is It Better to be a Self-Employed Personal Trainer or an Employed Personal Trainer?

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What are the options for employment within the fitness industry as a Personal Trainer? And what are the Pros and Cons of each employment avenue? Learn more here.

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15 Aug 2019

How To Be a Better Personal Trainer

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The best PTs don't just sculpt physiques on a personal level. They also help shape clients' discipline and persistence. So how can you be a better Personal Trainer? Learn more here.

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20 Feb 2018

How To Manage Difficult Clients As a Personal Trainer

Career AdvicePersonal training

You’ll have clients who want to criticise everything you do and clients who can’t compliment you enough. This article is about the bad ones.

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02 May 2017

How to Become a Group Boxing Trainer

Career AdvicePersonal training

With the right course in hand, you can definitely punch above your weight. Here's what you need to know about becoming a qualified Boxing Trainer.

personal trainer using boxing equipment
10 Apr 2017

Q&A with a PT: Christina Davis

Personal training

Want to know what it's like to be a Personal Trainer? We spoke with Personal Trainer Christina Davis at Goodlife Health Clubs. We spoken about her life as a PT and what she considers to be the most important elements in running a fitness business.

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14 Mar 2017

How to Instruct Les Mills Classes

Career AdvicePersonal training

Discover the benefits of Les Mills training and find out how to become a Les Mills Instructor in 3 easy steps.

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12 Sep 2016

Steer Clear of These Fitness Business Mistakes

Personal training

You’re a fitness professional with the passion, drive and dedication to run a successful business. Stay ahead of the game with the following fitness business advice.

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25 Mar 2016

Different Types of Personal Training

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Whether you’re looking to take on weekend work or turn your car into a mobile fitness unit, each personal training outlet offers you the chance to change the lives of others, one sweat session at a time.