Comments on: Directions toward a career in fitness – part 1

By: Toby @ Does P90X Work

Toby @ Does P90X Work — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:55:33 +0000

Thanks Alan. Very interesting post. Working for others has never suited me, but I think if I owned my own gym – by the sound of what some of the guys are saying – I’d have to be extremely dedicated and probably double up on anti-cortisol supplements (hate mental stress).

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By: Kevin

Kevin — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:48:18 +0000

Hey Alan – Great insights into the employed or self employed question. like you my training business has seen all variations. One thing I think is important for trainers to understand is your business is YOUR business. I know when I was working in large box clubs, it’s easy to fall into the trap of waiting for a new client slip to be handed to you.

often trainers complain about not having clients as thought it’s the gyms responsibility to build their business. If you understand it’s YOUR business despite what the sign out front says your business will be better for it.

By: Chris

Chris — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 19:15:09 +0000

Thanks Alan, huge fan of your articles. Excellent knowledge even at this point in my career, thank you.

By: Trainer Jo

Trainer Jo — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 05:39:07 +0000

Good stuff, friend!!!!

By: Alan Aragon

Alan Aragon — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:15:32 +0000

A.Adams — I think that most independent-trainer-focused studios fail because they fail to properly communicate with their patrons & practitioners. People need enough incentive to stick with you, and keeping up with the exact needs & desires of the trainers (in terms of equipment, amenities, policies, etc) is something that studio owners don’t bother to do. I think you’re in a good position to make this type of thing work, since the competition in your area is minimal.

By: A.Adams

A.Adams — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 18:01:56 +0000

Great post Alan, funny I am in the process of opening a fitness studios that cater to independent trainers and you stated that they dont last long, why is that do you think? I live in Delaware and have been training for several years and thought this type of facility would be great because it is not offered here.

By: 4evergreen

4evergreen — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 14:59:08 +0000

Going for the master certifications from issa, and while I’m very defined, I’m not that big. Doesn’t matter, I am also working on 3 different levels of yoga certifications which is becoming more popular by the day. Great way to keep muscle, infact build muscle you never knew you had. Great post loved it. My father’s a doctor and mother is a nurse so it’s a constant battle over academia, however a healthy lifestyle (let alone a passionate interest) requires less expenses in my opinion. Thanks for the support!

By: Shell

Shell — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 23:15:05 +0000

What is the best way to become a personal trainer?? Are on-line schools good or bad?? Any suggust on schools?? Thank you!

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