If you’re a personal trainer, you’re heavily invested in helping others change their lives or reach their maximum potential.
But even the most passionate of trainers still have to pay attention to their own bottom line: how much are you making per hour of work? Is it enough to support the way you want to live? Here are six ways to boost that hourly rate, while still offering the same — or better — value to your clients.
Technology is continually driving change in the fitness industry while social media is driving the conversation – whether you're taking part or not.
Now you can download 10 session summaries of the "Technology and Social Media" education track from the 2015 IHRSA Convention.
Upon reflection, indoor cycling veterans should appreciate the dynamic shifts in product innovation over the last 30 years.
From brand swapping to fitness on demand to swimming in a sea of Wi-Fi from our living rooms – the bike that goes nowhere can still bring a smile to millions of faces around the globe.
Even though you might think of texting as a casual way to communicate with friends and family, it's actually a highly effective way to target and engage with your membership base.
According to a recent study, offers and incentives are redeemed 8 or more times more than offers sent by email.
How can you take your facility to the next level? In the fitness market today, functional training, suspended bodyweight training, TRX, and group training are all here to stay.
As a personal trainer, your biggest bottleneck is your own time. Building a reputation as a team leader for group exercises is one of the best ways to become a more effective trainer and be more productive with the time you have.
Sure, clients always come and go, but have you noticed more of them going than coming lately?
Whether clients are stampeding out your door or leaving in a slow trickle, here are seven things that might be driving them to leave.
I had the terrific opportunity to grow up as a military kid. Moving all over the United States with my family was an amazing growing and learning experience. Getting the chance to live in places like Chicago, Washington DC, New Orleans, and San Diego exposed me to a lot of our country at a young age. I now call Dallas, Texas, home and still love to travel nationally and internationally.
In the current fitness climate people are looking for personalized workouts and one-on-one attention, but without the large price tag of a personal trainer.
This is where group personal training comes in.
I am originally from Brasil but have lived in the US for over 30 yrs. I am based in Dallas, TX, with a husband and a dog. I have a PhD in Exercise Physiology and am an avid triathlete.
Running with a partner provides several important benefits you won't receive when running alone.
These advantages can also be experienced when you walk or engage in any other form of exercise. Here are some advantages that come from pursuing better fitness with a friend.
I am from a small town north of Houston, Texas. I currently live in Dallas, Texas and work as Fitness Director and Professional Trainer at the Cooper Fitness Center. I am happily married to another fitness enthusiast!
The health benefits of eating fish have long been known, and new research provides even more evidence that fish can be an important part of your diet. Our latest recipe features pan seared halibut packed with 20 grams of protein to help your body and muscles recover from exercising.
My name is Omar Castillo. I was born in Mexico, and I live in Mexico City. For more than a decade, I’ve been helping people as a personal trainer to achieve their health goals at Sport City, Mexico’s largest fitness chain. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience through my role as an instructor for RTS®, Muscle Activation Techniques™ and now, as a Precor Master Coach. I also hold the distinction of being the only foot and hand M.A.T.-RX™ Certified Practitioner in my country.
If you’re looking for some inspiration during your next workout, there’s no better playlist than our People Are Awesome video playlist,
I’m from Mexico. I’ve practiced ballet, jazz and tap for 16 years, and all of my life I´ve explored movements, the body and music! I have a B.S in Psychology and am a Master Trainer in Pilates and Functional Training. For the past 4 years, I have been managing the education department for different brands in my country. This has provided me with opportunities to travel to the USA and Europe, always with the support of my family. I love pets – my dog is the owner of my complete heart.
Ah, summer… The time of barbeques and swimsuits – two things that seem incompatible (see: bacon baked beans) but remain staples of season. Which presents a conundrum: how do you maintain a fit body while indulging in fun weekend revelry?
Fear not, good reader; there are ways. Below are six healthy versions of popular dishes guaranteed to let you enjoy all of the season’s flavors with little to none of the guilt.
In the past, personal trainers were affordable only to rich people and movie stars. And to justify hiring one, a person practically had to have a home gym and two percent body fat. Well, times have changed.
Today, there are personal trainers who specialize in all levels of fitness at a variety of price points. Trainers can help you hit your goals while not breaking the bank.
Spin® is in, there’s no question about that, and we’re pleased to announce that our company, Precor, and Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc., the creators of the Spinning® indoor cycling program, the indoor cycling category and Spinner® line of indoor cycles, are joining forces.
Precor has more than 50 Master Coaches in 20 countries around the world. These Master Coaches deliver workshops on Precor equipment, develop curriculum for new onsite training courses, contribute to our blogs, and provide premier coaching at tradeshows and events. Our “Meet the Precor Master Coaches” blog series highlights different members of our global team, giving you the chance to get to know them. Enjoy! My name is Luis E. Cornier III.
We’ve got a few questions for current and future gym operators: are you debating whether leasing or financing your gym’s equipment is the best choice for your situation? Do you know what kinds of things you should consider when thinking about leasing equipment, and what you should ask to a potential lessor? We’re here to help!
