"After leaving my corporate job eight years ago, I finally made the decision to follow my heart and passion and delve into a new journey in the health and fitness industry."

"I have a massive passion for exercise and love how certain types of exercise can affect results in my physique [...]. I love weight training, functional HIIT and anything that will challenge you physically and mentally."

"If you love fitness, find out your why and what area of expertise you want to go into. I would recommend working in a gym, whether in sales, personal training, cleaning, promo work, or just getting involved."

"It's pretty awesome when you see people take your advice and get results or thank you for helping them with any fitness related things."

"Don't give up! There are people out there just waiting for someone like you to help transform their lives, and there is no better feeling than that!"

"Do it, but only if you love what you do. Being a personal trainer requires passion. That way, you can make people feel what you feel, and that's when the magic happens. Motivate people from the heart, not boredom."

"A fitness career will allow you to meet and interact with some amazing people of all different backgrounds. It's' incredibly rewarding, adding value and helping other people achieve their fitness goals."

"Take as many courses and absorb all the information. You can't fake what you know about the human body and health. It is a content-heavy topic/course, but it is rewarding to learn in such depth."

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"I chose to study with AIPT because there were some great options to study while working, and it was very flexible."

"Give it a go and enjoy the ride; it will get you started in the future to become a PT. It has been a success for me, and I am still learning new things every day."