When I first got into the industry, I was introduced to the concept of the “neutral spine” and what it means to lift with good form. The thought process I was taught was: Neutral Spine = Good Form = Healthy = No Injury/Pain Not Neutral = Bad Form = Unhealthy = Potential for Injury/Pain I liked the idea of “fixing” people’s posture by having them lift weights with a neutral spine, so I tried to make …
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How to Increase Your Lifespan as a Personal Trainer
The average lifespan of a personal trainer is six months. I’m not great with math, but that isn’t very long. Is our industry leaving personal trainers unprepared to handle an overworked, stressed-out, traumatized, malnourished, and under slept population? If we examine how we typically attract people to our industry, a lot of marketing looks like this: “Do you have a passion for fitness? Become a personal …
Being Adaptable: Strategies for At-Home Training
We’re currently living in a very uncertain and unprecedented time across the country and around the world. Things we took for granted as part of our normal routine, such as going to the gym to train, eating at a restaurant, socializing with friends, etc., have all been put on hold. As your clients figure out how to manage their new normal, they’re definitely going to need ways to alleviate stress and keep their …
How To Help Your Clients Set Accurate and Attainable Goals
I believe Michael Cazayoux said it best: “The coach is the steward of the client’s dreams.” That means that your main objective is to help your clients reach their goals. The fitness industry is filled with a lot of white noise these days. There are endless resources, certifications, and training methodologies that make it easy to become obsessed with the number of exercises, sets, and reps to use in organizing …
Should You Be Overhead Pressing? The Details and Modifications You Need to Know
Overhead Pressing — Yay Or Nay? The overhead shoulder press is an exercise that can help build foundational strength and resilience in the upper body. However, regardless if using a barbell or dumbbells, the execution of the exercise can leave a lot to be desired. While overhead pressing can have a multitude of benefits, we see many struggle to perform it correctly without putting more stress on unwanted areas. …
Why Exercise Progressions and Regressions Are Crucial For Your Training Program
When your client walks through the door, you never know what unexpected issue they may show up with. Whether they’re feeling sore and lethargic or caffeinated and chomping at the bit to do more than their regularly scheduled programming, you need to be prepared to give them the proper training they need for that specific day. One of the best ways to adapt the day's training program is by having a broad and …
These Are the 5 Ways You’re Losing Money as a Trainer — and How to Fix It
When you’re a trainer in the fitness industry, you don’t exactly spend the first few years rolling in cash. In fact, it’s probably more accurate to say you’re struggling to gain clients, retain them, and keep your business afloat. This is just as true for independent trainers as it is for trainers who work at a local gym or health club. If this sounds familiar, don’t worry, we’re going to help you …
How Much Do Trainers Really Make? Here Are Some Facts to Know If You’re in the Fitness Industry
Being a personal trainer seems like a glamorous job from the outside. You get to make your own hours, work out whenever you want, and try out the newest and coolest gym equipment and accessories. More importantly, though, you have the privilege of helping many people lead happier and healthier lives. Nothing compares to that, no matter the price tag. The life of a trainer gets romanticized all too often, …
Want To Make An Easy $50?! (TrueCoach Referral Program)
Are you a coach that has an active TrueCoach account? Are you a trainer who has found success from using TrueCoach regularly? Do you know other coaches that would also enjoy using TrueCoach as much as you do? Good news! You can use your TrueCoach referral link to invite other coaches to sign up for TrueCoach and you can both get $50! That’s right! You get $50 each time a coach signs up using your …
The Most Common Financial Problems Independent Trainers Face and How to Solve Them
Let’s get the obvious out of the way. Trainers don’t exactly have the most lucrative job in the world. If we wanted to get rich, we would’ve gone to school for something like aerospace engineering, right? Being a personal trainer doesn’t automatically mean you’ll make a ton of money — but that doesn’t mean it’s not possible to generate great wealth from a career you love. There are plenty of ways to increase your …