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How to Get Started in Group Fitness in 5 Steps
1: Obtain a Nationally Accredited Primary Certification
Obtaining your primary group fitness certification is a must and ideally comes first. A primary certification in group fitness prepares for you for the “role” of being a group fitness instructor. It provides the information you need to be competent in general fitness classes (e.g., cardio, strength, flexibility, etc.). In addition, you will learn the basics of exercise programming, cueing and music.
2: Identify your Format(s)
You’ll next need to determine which types of classes you’d like to teach. Again, ideally, this decision is based primarily on your personal preference and natural skillset. However, you may also want to consider what type of specialization might be required to get your foot in the door as an instructor.
Be sure to begin your research by taking classes. If you’re already a group fitness groupie, expand your palate by trying new classes, instructors and environments to get a better sense of the available options. Consider what it would be like to teach the format versus participate. You will find some classes are a better fit for you to lead than others, even if you love taking the class.
Once you’ve narrowed down your choices, determine if additional training is necessary. Many formats require format-specific (or, sometimes called specialty training) certifications. The facility where you want to work may conduct the trainings in-house, or you may obtain the qualification through a third-party organization. Examples include indoor cycling certifying organizations, Zumba, Les Mills formats such as BODYPUMP or GRIT, HIGH Fitness and SoulBody fitness.
3: Carefully Vet Opportunities
Most instructors begin their careers working for a facility, but there are also options to be self-employed. Teaching at a facility usually provides a steady flow of potential clients, exposure to a wide variety of class formats, access to formal and informal mentors, education opportunities and a community. Be sure to explore all employment options and opportunities that exist for you to remain independent.
Be sure to determine whether teaching in-person or virtually is a better fit for you. Depending on where you choose to teach, you might decide to hone your skills in both.
4: Prepare for Opportunities
Step 4 is actually a bunch of little steps that, combined, prepare you for the many opportunities that exist for group fitness instructors. It’s less of a box that you tick and then forget about but, rather, tasks that you start doing and continue doing throughout your career to be ready for the wide world of fitness.
Begin by connecting to a network. Check with your primary group fitness certifying and specialty certification organizations, as well as with independent group fitness leaders to find formal and informal networking opportunities. A network can help you fill in the gaps between what you learned in your formal education and the skills you need to make it in the group fitness world.
Another excellent resource for filling in the gaps is a mentor. Do your best to find one that can help you navigate the industry and coach you on your unique path. You can find mentors at local clubs or studios, as well as in many of the networking groups described above.
More specifically, prepare for auditions and interviews by practicing, recording and watching yourself teach. If possible, ask for feedback from instructors, as well as trusted friends and family members. Then, practice some more with their respective feedback in mind. The more time you spend rehearsing, the better off you will be for the audition and your first class.
One additional preparation step is to obtain (and then maintain) professional liability insurance. Whether you plan to teach clients virtually or in person, liability insurance is an investment you make for your peace of mind should ever be sued by a client or participant for injury or damages. Even if you plan to work at a club, studio or another establishment, carrying your own policy is a good idea.
5: Plan Your Path for Growth
While your recertification is probably two years away, set out on your professional journey armed with a growth plan. Both formal and informal education is helpful for pursuing new opportunities and improving the experience for your current participants. The best instructors are those who commit to being lifelong learners.
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P.S.S. Source: https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/professional/expert-articles/7890/how-to-get-started-in-group-fitness-in-5-steps/
Top 5 reasons people become a personal trainer
1. HELPING PEOPLE
Personal training is about helping people reach their health and fitness goals. Most individuals seeking the guidance of a personal trainer want to improve their general fitness, reduce pain, improve their athletic performance or lose weight. With 70% of the U.S. population considered to be overweight or obese, the need for personal training services is more important than ever!
There are obvious health risks associated with being overweight, but there is also the aspect of people lacking confidence and feeling apprehensive about their body.
Whatever the reasons, people are in need of help and motivation when it comes to safely and effectively incorporating exercise into their regular routine. When they look for help, they will turn to a fitness professional who has a passion for sharing knowledge and changing people’s lives!
2. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The continued rise of people who are overweight or obese has driven the weight loss industry to reach an astounding $2 billion dollars. Fueled by the need for healthier living, the personal training industry is expected to continue to grow by more than 16% between 2015 and 2020.
Fitness professionals who can help clients reduce their weight and reach their goals safely and efficiently are currently and will continue to be in high demand.
3. INCOME EARNINGS
With the growing industry comes growing pay for the professionals within that industry. Fitness professionals have witnessed their mean incomes grow 26% from 2010-2014. With the demand for personal trainers continuing to increase, you can expect incomes to rise as well.
This shows that while the industry continues to expand and the outlook remains high for all fitness professionals, it is important to seek education and certification from the right organization!
4. INDEPENDENCE
Schedules can be flexible as you work with your client base to determine training times and availability. You can be your own boss as an independent trainer, guiding your own schedule and business. The industry is also open to entrepreneurs who have the drive and ambition to build their own brand and business.
5. BECOME A FITNESS EXPERT
Many people want to become fitness experts. As a successful fitness professional, you can become the go-to individual for a community’s health and fitness needs, ranging from the local gym to the media. Through strong business development and a commitment to success, you can even grow to become a national expert as well.
There are many reasons to become a personal trainer. The most important is a passion for fitness with a focus of helping people. The first step to your new and rewarding career is to begin your educational journey. By growing your knowledge, you will be on the path to developing the skills necessary to guarantee success in your career.
Source: https://blog.nasm.org/certified-personal-trainer/top-5-reasons-to-become-a-personal-trainer
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Top 5 reasons to hire a Personal Trainer
1 – Expert Workout Advice – A personal trainer will help you define achievable goals and plan how to meet them. They will create a workout routine specific to your goals and needs while also making allowances for your current physical condition and medical background.
2 – Avoid Injury – Having a trainer demonstrate the correct form, and watch you complete each exercise to ensure you are completing the move in a safe way, will help to avoid any potential injury. Also, your trainer will plan your workouts to maximize the benefits and reduce the possibility of injury or overtraining.
3 – Motivation – Ever feel like you can’t do one more rep or keep going for one more minute? A trainer will push you (safely) to do just one (or two!) more.
4 – Support – Your trainer will be your biggest cheerleader and source of encouragement. I know most trainers became certified for the same reason I did because we want you to succeed in meeting your goals and live a happy and healthy life. A trainer will work with you to overcome any resistance or barriers to creating a healthier life and meeting your health goals.
5 – Focus On You – If you have a unique medical concern, a trainer can work with your physician, physical therapist or other health care provider to plan a safe and efficient program that will speed your recovery or enable you to reach your health goals.
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PERSONĪGĀ TRENERA IZVĒLE
Nav ne jausmas, kuram no neskaitāmajiem instruktoriem sava ķermeņa slīpēšanu lai uztic? Šāda jautājuma esamība jau vien liecina par lielisku startu. Šajā publikācijā lasi, pēc kādiem kritērijiem īsto „mentoru” izvēlēties.
Vienmēr paturi prātā: tavs personīgais treneris ir cilvēks, no kura atkarīgs tavs fiziskais stāvoklis un veselība – augsta kompetence un profesionālisms ir pamatu pamats. Cilvēks, kas pārzin tava ķermeņa īpatnības, tā sagatavotības līmeni, kā arī vingrinājumu tehnikas trenažieru zālē vai grupu nodarbībās, tikt pie vēlamā rezultāta palīdzēs krietni ātrāk.
Iesākumā iekal prātā, ka personīgais treneris ir obligāts nosacījums produktīvai sportošanai. Viņš ir galvenais palīgs ceļā uz perfekto svaru un augumu. Bez trenera iztikt spēj ja nu vienīgi… pats treneris. Bez šāda speciālista, nepārzinot konkrētu izpildes tehniku un trenažieru darbības principu, tu vari lieti sev kaitēt. Tā kā esam tendēti uz rezultātu, un nevis traumām, piedomāsim pie tā, kur lai cienīgu kandidatūru atrod.
Kam būtu jāpievērš uzmanība
Būtiskākais trenera darba kvalitātes rādītājs ir nevis tas, kā izskatās viņš pats, bet gan viņa darba augļi – klienti. Lai gan šis apgalvojums ir diskutējams, daiļrunīgākais apliecinājums profesionālismam ir rezultāti. Ja tava trenera mācekļi ir slaidi, plakanu vēderu un augstu trenētu pēcpusi, tātad, izvēli esi izdarījis pareizo.
Īsts profesionālis ne vien sniedz rekomendācijas, bet gan izmēģina tos uz sevis. Treneris, kas netrenējas pats – indikators, ka ir vērts piedomāt par tā nomaiņu.
Esi vērīgs jau pirmajā treniņā. Ja treneris, neizzinot tavu potenciālu un neiztaujājot par tavu veselības stāvokli, uzveļ tev pamatīgu slodzi uzreiz, diez vai viņš saprot, ko dara. Vai arī uzreiz sāk veidot tievēšanas treniņu plānu. Lai sastādītu kompetentu apmācību programmu, vispareizāk, lai pirmās nedēļas garumā viņš ieņemtu vērotāja pozīciju, novērtējot tavas iespējas. Ja uzdevumu izpildes laikā sajūti sāpes, konsultējies ar ārstu.
Kad esiet viens otru atraduši
Nespēlē pasīvo lomu pats sevā izrādē: ja treniņu programma ir sastādīta tev – tev ir visas tiesības piedalīties tās pilnveidē. Ja vēlies panākt ar treneri absolūto sapratni, uzdod jautājumus, izrādi iniciatīvu. Esi godīgs: nevaino viņu par liekajiem kilogramiem, ja slepeni aizraujies ar saldumiem – šādi tu ievedīsi treneri strupceļā. Stāsti par visu: par rezultātiem, par sasniegumiem, toskait arī par slodzes laikā sajusto diskomfortu.
Ja neesi savā trenerī vēl pietiekami pārliecinājies, tikt skaidrībā ar izvēles pareizību var līdzēt pāris jautājumi. Neuzkrītoši uzdod tos sarunā ar treneri. Palūdz pastāstīt par gaidāmo treniņu plānu – viņam būtu jāizklāsta pilns iepriekš sastādītais treniņu plāns, nevis jāģenerē idejas no vietas.
Būtiski arī, lai treneris izklāsta, kā vislabāk pēc treniņiem atjaunoties – vai ir vērts pavadīt brīvo dienu uz dīvāna vai veltīt to nesteidzīgam kardio.
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P.S.S. Original text: https://vp.lv/blogs/raksti/personiga-trenera-izvele