The Up and Downsides of Social Media
Oh, social media, how I love and despise you in equal measure. Social media provides just as many benefits as it does barriers or downsides. [...]
Fit-fluencer Red Flags
One of the downsides of social media is the upcropping of the fitness influencer. These “trainers” grow in number of followers and scientific blunders by [...]
Setting Boundaries: Identifying the Non-Negotiables for Your Personal Training Business
Starting a business is a challenge many newly certified fitness professionals are hesitant to take on. It makes sense – it’s not really a science [...]
Re-establishing Boundaries and Setting New Policies
Having policies in place as a fitness professional is vital to establishing boundaries early on when working with a client. But oftentimes, we learn [...]
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard Control Plan
We have recently reviewed the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard basics, about who is covered and what entails an exposure. A control plan must be in [...]
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard: OSHA Code of Federal Standards
Many places of employment require employee training on the federal Bloodborne Pathogen Standard set by OSHA. The content of this article applies to fitness center [...]
Important Elements of Group Fitness Class
Group fitness is a fun and growing part of the health and exercise industry. Such settings offer a unique opportunity for socialization, group support, and [...]
The Importance of Professionalism and Communication in the Fitness Industry
Professionalism and communication may well be the most important qualities distinguishing truly successful personal trainers from unsuccessful ones. After 20 years in the fitness industry, [...]
How to Start a Fitness Podcast
Podcasts are one of the quickest growing opportunities for fitness professionals to share their knowledge and expertise. Over 50% of Americans report listening to podcasts, [...]
Energy Vampires: How to Handle Clients That Drain Your Life Force
A career in personal training is no doubt far more challenging than most ever expect it to be, and one of the biggest reasons for [...]