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- [Sitting Found to be Detrimental to Overall Health and Fitness](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/08/sitting-found-to-be-detrimental-to-overall-health-and-fitness/) - The Digital Age has furnished us with an endless array of new jobs related to computers and the internet. However, with more and more people spending their days hunched in front of a screen, our increasingly sedentary culture has more need than ever to deal with health issues related to sitting. When an inordinate amount
- [New Regulations for Personal Trainers in DC Could Mean More Scrutiny Across the Country](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/09/new-regulations-for-personal-trainers-in-dc-could-mean-more-scrutiny-across-the-country/) - Money talks, and thanks in part to the Affordable Care Act, preventable healthcare initiatives and workplace wellness hours might soon be billable to insurance companies – if the trainer has the right credentials. With billions of dollars potentially at stake, lobbyists and lawyers are fighting over the first set of rules in the country that
- [Miss Florida Gives Personal Testimonial on the Benefits of Working with a Personal Trainer](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/09/miss-florida-gives-personal-testimonial-on-the-benefits-of-working-with-a-personal-trainer/) - The journey from a sedentary lifestyle to fitness is oftentimes riddled with difficult roadblocks and discouragement. Many do not know what they are doing when they begin this journey or they become lost along the way. Heidi Jo Medina, a News Journal correspondent out of Florida, and an advocate for personal trainers, began her own
- [New App Allows People to Book Personal Trainers Online for In-Home Sessions](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/10/new-app-allows-people-to-book-personal-trainers-online-for-in-home-sessions/) - Many people want to take advantage of the expertise that a personal trainer offers, but are intimidated about the prospect of going to the gym. That’s where the website Find Your Trainer comes in. New York City trainer David Hung co-founded the business that lets clients book personal trainers from its website and host sessions
- [Female Firefighter Candidates More Prepared for Physical Demands of CPAT Thanks to Personal Trainer](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/10/female-firefighter-candidates-more-prepared-for-physical-demands-of-cpat-thanks-to-personal-trainer/) - Whether you’re a man or woman, proving you have what it takes to become a firefighter is no easy task. However, in Hyde Park, a group of women have proved that hard work can really pay off through ultimate girl power. Lionel Pate, a personal trainer out of Chicago, trained women in their 50s for
- [DC Backs Off on its Proposal to Regulate Personal Trainers](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/10/dc-backs-off-on-its-proposal-to-regulate-personal-trainers/) - The D.C. Board of Physical Therapy sent shockwaves through the fitness industry when it originally proposed rigorous regulations for personal trainers. The board stated its plans to create a registry of personal trainers and require them to become certified. One of the options discussed was to require a four-year degree for personal trainers. Industry leaders
- [The Potential Dangers Behind the Rise of “Enter-Trainers”](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/11/the-potential-dangers-behind-the-rise-of-enter-trainers/) - In recent years the trend of hiring a personal trainer has been sharply increasing. Now, the trend of the “enter-trainer” has become even more popular. Fitness instructors are quickly gaining celebrity status, but their legitimacy and authenticity may not be up to par. This new brand of personal trainer is meant to not just instruct
- [How to Increase Your Client Base as a Personal Trainer](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/12/how-to-increase-your-client-base-as-a-personal-trainer/) - The gym can be an extremely daunting place for many. Those that don’t avoid it altogether may struggle to muster up the courage to ask for help once they are there. In some cases, new gym goers might actually be more self conscious about their lack of equipment knowledge than their lack of defined muscles,
- [65-Year-Old All-Star Trainer Outruns the Athletes He Trains](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/12/65-year-old-all-star-trainer-outruns-the-athletes-he-trains/) - Professional athletes have already proven themselves to be highly motivated individuals. However, even they need help once in a while. It takes a special kind of trainer to push these people past their own impressive limits, and there might be no one better for the job than trainer Mackie Shilstone. The 65 year old has
- [22-Year-Old With Down Syndrome is Ready to Flex for the Camera](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2016/02/22-year-old-with-down-syndrome-is-ready-to-flex-for-the-camera/) - Collin Clark, a 22-year-old with Down Syndrome is just days away from achieving one of his dreams. It has been a goal of his for quite some time to enter a bodybuilding competition. Clark works at the front desk of Bob’s Gym North in Evansville, Indiana, and caught a glimpse of Glenn Ubelhor striking poses
- [Maintaining Fitness Through the Holidays is Crucial for a Healthy Winter](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2016/02/maintaining-fitness-through-the-holidays-is-crucial-for-a-healthy-winter/) - Most people see the holidays as a time to let loose their belt loops and pound down the poultry. They ignore their fitness failures while guzzling down boatloads of gravy and cranberry sauce during winter feast after winter feast. However, according to fitness experts, this is anything but inevitable. If someone is aware that they
- [New Review of iOS and Android Fitness Apps](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2016/04/new-review-of-ios-and-android-fitness-apps/) - While you are the best source of fitness information for your clients, apps may help to keep them motivated when they work out in your absence. The ARC Research Group reviewed almost 8,000 health and fitness apps to determine which ones users liked the best. The Group narrowed in one the 65 most popular apps
- [New Fitness Company Offers 24-Hour Personal Trainer Delivery Service](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2016/09/new-fitness-company-offers-24-hour-personal-trainer-delivery-service/) - As the popularity of freelancing, crowdsourcing, and self-employment continues to grow, the normalcy of a 9-to-5 workday is quickly fading. So how can personal trainers accommodate the growing number of Americans working odd hours that lack easy access to around-the-clock gyms like 24 Hour Fitness? Why, you get them delivered to your home, of course.
- [Many Elite Athletes Drink Beetroot Juice to Get a Competitive Edge](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2016/10/many-elite-athletes-drink-beetroot-juice-to-get-a-competitive-edge/) - One option to help give your clients a competitive edge is to have them drink beetroot juice before an endurance event. A number of studies have shown that the nitrates in beetroots help to enhance stamina, endurance, and strength. Elite sport clubs took notice of this trend, and the Leicester City soccer team attributes their
- [Personal Trainer Scrutinized for Improper Conduct](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2016/11/personal-trainer-scrutinized-for-improper-conduct/) - For the last six months, UC Berkeley personal trainer Devin Wicks has been waiting in limbo as school officials continue investigating his alleged preferential treatment toward Chancellor Nicholas Dirks. A former colleague claims that Wicks offered Dirks access to personal training sessions and a year-long membership to the on-campus Recreational Sports Facility at the school’s
- [New WHO Study Finds Strong Link Between Obesity and Liver Cancer](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2016/12/new-who-study-finds-strong-link-between-obesity-and-liver-cancer/) - While many obese people do not exercise regularly, others hire personal trainers to try and lose their excess pounds. It has long been clear that being obese is extremely unhealthy. However, a new study by the World Health Organization (WHO) found that the situation is even more dire than previously thought. A large new study
- [This Personal Trainer Made Himself Obese to Understand What It's Like](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2017/01/this-personal-trainer-made-himself-obese-to-understand-what-its-like/) - Personal trainer Drew Manning of Eagle Mountain, Utah decided to walk the walk. Not by losing weight but by gaining it. His goal was to gain 80 pounds (he stopped after 72 pounds) over a six-month period, and then live the experience of trying to lose all that weight over another six-month period. Ultimately he
- [The Top 5 Apps for Growing Your Personal Training Business](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2017/11/the-top-5-apps-for-growing-your-personal-training-business/) - You’re up on the latest fitness trends, excited, motivated, and ready to offer your clients the best in personal training. Chances are your mobile device is nearby already, serving as a line of communication with your clients, whether you’re scheduling a private training session via email, updating your Facebook page, or uploading a pic of
- [7 Surefire Ways to Promote your Personal Training Business](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2017/12/7-surefire-ways-to-promote-your-personal-training-business/) - You’ve worked hard to build your skills. You’ve implemented some of the most exciting fitness trends into your portfolio. And you’ve become a trusted personal trainer to your clients. But personal training is a business that relies not only on your ability to motivate clients and produce killer results, but also on your ability to
- [The Great Client Motivator: 4 Ways to Keep Their Spirits High and Coming Back for More](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2018/02/the-great-client-motivator-4-ways-to-keep-their-spirits-high-and-coming-back-for-more/) - You work hard to build a strong client base, so shouldn’t you be working just as hard to keep them on long-term? Your job as a personal trainer is multi-faceted. You educate your clients, provide them with training programs designed to help them reach their fitness goals, and ensure their safety and well-being in the
- [Staten Island Personal Trainer Brings Back Old School Calisthenics](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/07/staten-island-personal-trainer-brings-back-old-school-calisthenics/) - In a time where new fitness trends change as often as gas prices, one personal trainer is bringing back an oldie but a goody: calisthenics. That’s right, Mike Marchese of MRG Fitness in Staten Island, New York is going old school and back to the day of good old fashioned calisthenics as part of his
- [Personal Trainers Help Prepare Mountain Bikers for Annual Gravel Worlds Bike Race](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/07/personal-trainers-help-prepare-mountain-bikers-for-annual-gravel-worlds-bike-race/) - Personal trainer Lonny Liss receives many requests to help people lose weight or help them gain muscle but sometimes the client wants something else. Marcus Schmidt of Lincoln, Nebraska signed up to participate in the 150-mile Gravel Worlds is an annual bike race that takes riders through 150 miles of gravel roads through Lincoln and
- [Injury Leads Former NFL Player to a Career as a Personal Trainer](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/06/injury-leads-former-nfl-player-to-a-career-as-a-personal-trainer/) - Former NFL tight end, Zeron Flemister sustained an injury that he ultimately used to begin a new career as a personal trainer. Flemister spent much of his life playing sports. Though his school sports included football, basketball and track and field, his dream was to play in the NFL. He attained his dream and during
- [Are you Ready for the Horizontal Shredder?!](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/06/are-you-ready-for-the-horizontal-shredder/) - Personal trainer Troy Huggett has found another way to help people shed fat and get in shape. The “Horizontal Shredder” consists of a five foot tall wooden wall with concrete foot and hand holds embedded in. The Horizontal Shredder wall is similar to rock climbing walls but instead of an upward climb, the participant will
- [Demi Lovato Takes to Instagram to Thank Personal Trainer](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/2015/05/demi-lovato-takes-to-instagram-to-thank-personal-trainer/) - Demi Lovato is best known for her roles on the Disney Channel and her album Don’t Forget, but the actress and songwriter is also known for her eating disorder. Lovato said her struggles with food and body image began at a very young age. Though she can’t pinpoint the exact moment she said she remembers

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- [Home](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/) - You’ve always felt at home in a well-equipped gym, and a day rarely goes by that you don't workout. Exercise fanatic, gym rat, fitness freak — you’ve heard all the names, and you wear them with pride. But becoming a personal trainer takes more than just a great physique and a love of exercise. Becoming
- [About Us](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/about-us/) - To get in contact with us for updates or anything else, please email here: info@personaltraineredu.org. Our Mission and What We Offer While everybody understands the many benefits of regular exercise, not everybody knows the most effective ways to get the results they’re after. Even fewer people have the personal motivation to continue challenging themselves in the
- [Personal Trainer Interview Tips](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/personal-trainer-interview-tips/) - Preparing for a personal trainer interview can be more intense than any marathon. Here are five interview tips from an experienced exercise science professional.
- [Aging in Place and the Importance of Maintaining Mobility](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/aging-in-place-and-the-importance-of-maintaining-mobility/) - Aging in place is a goal shared by millions of Americans. But what does aging in place mean and how can personal trainers help clients age gracefully?
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- [What is a Personal Trainer?](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/what-is-a-personal-trainer/) - You may already have an idea what a personal trainer is and what they do. But you also know there’s a lot more to it than meets the eye. Our guide explains it all.
- [Boot Camp Training](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/boot-camp-training/) - There are personal trainers, and then there are those who specialize in boot camp training to help push clients past their comfort zones and into a life of health and fitness.
- [Certification](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/certification/) - Personal fitness training is a largely self-regulated industry. It has no state licensing boards or central governing body. There aren't even state or federal regulations about using the title or charging money to train. The entire decision about who is qualified is up to the clients who hire personal trainers and the gyms where they
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- [Sports Conditioning](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/sports-conditioning/) - From youth sports to professional sports, athletics in the U.S. are serious business. We take our sports very seriously, and that means working to ensure that our bodies are in top form and our physical fitness level is at its peak, whether pre-season, in-season, or post-season. You may therefore find that specializing your personal training
- [Aerobic Conditioning](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/aerobic-conditioning/) - The popularity of aerobics classes may date back to the days of legwarmers and Sweating to the Oldies, but aerobic conditioning remains an important part of any exercise routine or training program. Aerobic conditioning, also referred to as cardiovascular or cardiorespiratory conditioning or fitness, is directly related to strengthening the heart; or rather, the heart’s
- [North Dakota](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/north-dakota/) - Of all states in the nation, North Dakotans go to church in a greater percentage than anywhere else. With skill and dedication as a personal trainer you can help to make this statistic true for North Dakotans who go to the gym or health club. Working with a skilled personal trainer in North Dakota is
- [School Listing](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/school-listing/) - Your physique tells the story of your personal commitment to fitness and your intensity in the gym. Add this to your natural enthusiasm and people skills, and you already know you have what it takes to start a career in personal training. All you need now is a little formal education in exercise science or
- [Schools By State](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/schools-by-state/) - Your energy and passion will no doubt serve as an excellent foundation for a career in personal training, but a comprehensive education in a subject related to personal training is what will separate you from others in the industry and help you develop a reputation as one of the best in the field. Degree and Certificate Options
- [Salaries](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/salaries/) - Today’s personal trainers are bringing a lot more to the job than near-perfect physiques and the ability to freestyle an inspiring pep-talk. To make it in the filed these days, it takes a real grounding in the scientific principles behind fitness and nutrition. That means that more and more, clients are looking for trainers with
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- [Alabama](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/alabama/) - Whether helping ordinary people develop healthy exercise habits that are long overdue, or train fitness fanatics looking to improve their athletic performance, a career in personal training offers opportunities to work with diverse clientele in a positive, high-energy environment. Some clients may be interested in High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) programs like CrossFit, the biggest
- [West Virginia Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/west-virginia/west-virginia-salary/) - Although West Virginia has been called the outdoor recreation capital of the East, there is still a great need for highly skilled personal trainers here. And those that become pros at motivating, educating, and challenging their clients toward a healthier future are sure to earn top salaries. In 2013, the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports
- [Wyoming Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/wyoming/wyoming-salary/) - Over three million outdoor adventurers from all over the world flock to Yellowstone National Park each year to take advantage of the park’s easy access to kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, and hiking opportunities. Yet the park is not just a tourist attraction, it helps sustain a strong fitness culture in Wyoming. As this active community
- [Wisconsin Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/wisconsin/wisconsin-salary/) - Playing in the Great Lakes, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, and the state’s 2,500 miles of natural trails are just a few ways that Wisconsinites get their exercise fix. Of course, indoor facilities like Snap Fitness, Wisconsin Athletic Clubs, and Curves for Women also help residents sweat it out. As a personal trainer, you can also
- [Washington Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/washington/washington-salary/) - From skiing in the passes of the Cascade Range, to water sports in Lake Washington and the Puget Sound, Washington is all about active lifestyles and outdoor recreation. Still – even those with ready access to natural landscapes head to the state’s many athletic clubs, gyms, and specialty studios to get their exercise fix. As
- [Virginia Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/virginia/virginia-salary/) - Home to the Shenandoah National Park, 540 miles of the Appalachian Trail, and Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia has long attracted an active community of hikers, boaters, swimmers, and other outdoor fitness fanatics. Couple that with the state’s heavy presence of athletic chains like Anytime Fitness and Gold’s Gym, and it becomes clear that Virginia is
- [Vermont Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/vermont/vermont-salary/) - Since Vermont is nationally renown as one of the most active states in the country, it comes as no surprise that personal trainers enjoy great opportunities to earn high salaries here. In fact, in 2013, research by the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition showed 65.3% of adults in Vermont are prone to exercise
- [Utah Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/utah/utah-salary/) - Utah’s breathtaking landscape has made the state the ideal haven for fitness aficionados. As local climbers, rafters, and hikers enthusiastically embrace Utah’s five national parks, forty-three state parks, and over twenty-two million acres of public land, more personal trainers like you will continue to fill job positions that offer great salaries. Of course, local companies
- [Texas Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/texas/texas-salary/) - Outdoor enthusiasts, gym worshipers, and weight loss hopefuls alike continue to rely on personal trainers to fine-tune their physiques and help them lead healthier lifestyles. As a fitness professional in Texas, this often means commanding a high salary. In fact, as of 2013, the United States Department of Labor found that fitness trainers working in
- [Tennessee Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/tennessee/tennessee-salary/) - Visitors and residents alike continue to frequent Tennessee’s breathtaking mountains, rolling hillsides, extensive trail systems, pristine rivers, and state-of-the-art fitness facilities to hike, run, swim, and exercise their way into a healthier lifestyle. By working as a personal trainer in Tennessee, you are further strengthening the active community through safe and effective guidance in physical
- [South Dakota Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/south-dakota/south-dakota-salary/) - South Dakota is committed to transforming its population into a healthy, vibrant, and more active community. In fact, the South Dakota Department of Health has announced that one of its chief goals is to raise the percentage of adults that meet the recommended amount of physical activity from 46.1% to 55% by 2020. By becoming
- [South Carolina Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/south-carolina/south-carolina-salary/) - Personal trainers are creating a healthier, more active environment in South Carolina. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 50% of adults and 25.8% of young people in South Carolina are getting enough daily exercise. Yet a greater awareness of the benefits of exercise and an active lifestyle continues to grow in
- [Rhode Island Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/rhode-island/rhode-island-salary/) - Rhode Island isn’t called “The Ocean State” without good reason. This smallest US state is a giant for sailing, motor boating, para-skiing and ocean fishing. A whopping 14 percent of Rhode Island’s total area consists of bays and inlets. Residents tend to be ruddy individuals who strive to stay in good shape. A paradise for
- [Pennsylvania Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/pennsylvania/pennsylvania-salary/) - You’ve made a good choice if you’ve decided upon a career as a fitness trainer in Pennsylvania where, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 10,970 personal trainers earned an average annual salary of $40,740 in 2013. Pennsylvania is home to top-notch fitness centers located across the state, including at many of the state’s
- [Oregon Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/oregon/oregon-salary/) - As a personal trainer in Oregon, whether working as an employee of a fitness center, spa, hotel, or specialty studio, or as a freelance trainer that works with wealthy clients in private health clubs and home gyms, you can expect to do quite well. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the median
- [Oklahoma Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/oklahoma/oklahoma-salary/) - You’ve come to the right place if you’re wondering how much you can earn as a personal trainer in Oklahoma. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) maintains that in 2013 there were 1,760 fitness trainers in Oklahoma employed by gyms, hotels, fitness centers, spas, wellness centers and private companies. Some worked as independent contractors
- [Ohio Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/ohio/ohio-salary/) - You’re seriously considering a career as a personal trainer in Ohio so naturally you’re wondering how much money you can make. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) there were 7,740 fitness trainers working in Ohio in 2013 for annual salaries ranging from $18,000 to $50,000 or more. Fitness trainers with experience and
- [North Dakota Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/north-dakota/north-dakota-salary/) - As a personal trainer in North Dakota the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) maintains you will be joining the 560 fitness trainers who were working there in 2013 for an average annual salary of $27,460. Potential employers include fitness clubs, spas, gyms, resorts, hospitals and private companies. There are at least seven fitness centers
- [North Carolina Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/north-carolina/north-carolina-salary/) - There were 8,070 fitness/personal trainers earning a good salary in North Carolina according to the 2013 survey of the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. These North Carolinians were happily working at fitness centers, spas, resorts, hotels and community centers or as independent trainers for individual clients. Residents of the Tar Heel State take advantage of
- [New York Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/new-york/new-york-salary/) - It’s no surprise that personal trainers working in New York City’s health clubs, specialty studios and gyms are the highest paid in the nation. Even as salary surveys reveal respectable earnings, independent trainers working for New York’s elite are known to earn many times what is reported in government salary surveys. In fact, your salary
- [New Mexico Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/new-mexico/new-mexico-salary/) - You thrive on staying active and a career as a fitness trainer appeals to you; however, you’re wondering if fitness trainers make decent money in New Mexico. No worries. Good personal trainers in New Mexico can earn average salaries over $40,000 working for high-end gyms or fitness centers. Many also work as personal trainers for
- [New Jersey Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/new-jersey/new-jersey-salary/) - So you’re considering a career as a fitness trainer in New Jersey and you’re wondering what kind of salary to expect? Well, lucky you! New Jersey is the third highest paying state in the US for personal trainers. You might find yourself working in any number of high-energy gyms, spas, resorts, hospitals, or fitness clubs
- [New Hampshire Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/new-hampshire/new-hampshire-salary/) - The Physical Activity Council rated New Hampshire as the third most active state in the country as of 2012. This means many of its residents place a premium on staying fit, which creates a ready client base for you as an aspiring personal trainer. You have the opportunity to earn a good salary while you
- [Nevada Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/nevada/nevada-salary/) - Nevada’s unique natural features draw outdoor enthusiasts from around the world. The state offers everything from desert activities like hiking and horseback riding to water and winter sports. Rock climbers take advantage of Red Rock Canyon’s proximity to Las Vegas. The residents of Nevada are highly fit, and the Physical Activity Council rated it as
- [Nebraska Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/nebraska/nebraska-salary/) - Nebraska is a great place for you to start a career as a personal trainer, keeping the state’s residents in good shape so they can continue enjoying their favorite outdoor activities. Nebraska is a great state for outdoor recreation, where just about everybody has a favorite outdoor activity they want to stay in shape for.
- [Montana Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/montana/montana-salary/) - As more and more people become aware of the health benefits of hiring a personal trainer, the number of jobs in this field is increasing dramatically. Job growth for personal trainers in Montana is expected to be 10% higher than the national growth rate. The DLI predicts this rate of growth to be 23.5% between
- [Missouri Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/missouri/missouri-salary/) - Missouri has a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts who bike, hike, and ride horses in the state, and this means lots of opportunities for personal trainers who frequently work with outdoor enthusiasts to help them stay fit and avoid injury. As home to over 350 miles of the Ozark Trail and many waterways that lend
- [Mississippi Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/mississippi/mississippi-salary/) - The number of jobs for personal trainers in Mississippi is expected to increase at a rate much faster than the national average. The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) expects the level of job growth to be 17.1% between 2010 and 2020. This should generate an average of 40 jobs a year for personal trainers
- [Minnesota Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/minnesota/minnesota-salary/) - Many residents of Minnesota incorporate fitness into their daily lives. In fact, Minneapolis had the second highest number of bicycle commuters in the country in 2008 according to Bicycling Magazine. Adrenaline junkies can take part in white water rafting on the St. Louis River, and Minnesota’s numerous ski slopes provide opportunities for both skiing in
- [Michigan Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/michigan/michigan-salary/) - Michigan offers a number of opportunities for fitness buffs to enjoy outdoor recreation. Outdoor enthusiasts can take part in water sports such as canoeing, kayaking, swimming, diving, and snorkeling. The state is a winter wonderland and has more ski areas than anywhere else in the country. The outdoor enthusiasts in Michigan offer you a ready
- [Massachusetts Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/massachusetts/massachusetts-salary/) - The beaches of Massachusetts draw fitness buffs from all over the world to swim, surf, and sail during the summer months. In the winter, the state offers both downhill and cross-country skiing. The beautiful scenery in Massachusetts lends itself to hiking, biking, and horseback riding. These outdoor recreationists place a premium on staying fit, so
- [Maryland Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/maryland/maryland-salary/) - Maryland offers a great deal to fitness buffs and outdoor enthusiasts with its variety of landscapes ranging from rolling mountains to shoreline. Those who love the water find a great deal to do in Maryland between boating, canoeing, and swimming. Hiking and cross-country skiing are also popular outdoor pastimes in Maryland. You can help keep
- [Maine Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/maine/maine-salary/) - Maine’s spectacular scenery offers numerous opportunities for the physically fit. Summer activities range from hiking the Appalachian Trail to climbing in Maine’s mountains. The state gets over 200 inches of snow a year and becomes a winter play land for skiers and snowboarders. In addition, Maine is known for its world-class toboggan run at the
- [Louisiana Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/louisiana/louisiana-salary/) - Louisiana lives up to its nickname of “Sportsman’s Paradise” with year-round golfing, hiking, and biking. The state is also known for its water sports—swimming, sailing, waterskiing, and windsurfing are all big in Louisiana. The popularity of these outdoor sports in Louisiana bodes well for you as a personal trainer. Louisiana’s outdoor enthusiasts want to stay
- [Kentucky Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/kentucky/kentucky-salary/) - Kentucky’s temperate climate coupled with its scenic beauty makes it to get out and enjoy the outdoors. With the most running water of any state in the continental US, Kentucky is great for water sports. This attracts everyone from leisurely canoeists to hardcore enthusiasts who get their adrenaline rush from Class V white water rafting.
- [Kansas Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/kansas/kansas-salary/) - Boutique fitness classes are becoming very popular in Kansas. One example of a novel trend that has come to Kansas is SurfSet’s indoor surfing machine. Another popular trend is rock climbing, and eight cities in Kansas offer the opportunity to climb in a supervised environment. National fitness chains abound in Kansas, too, and both Anytime
- [Iowa Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/iowa/iowa-salary/) - Iowa’s varied climate offers a great deal of outdoor recreational activities that vary with the seasons. Swimming, canoeing, and hiking are popular summer activities, and Iowa even offers a chance to hike part of the Lewis & Clark Trail! When winter strikes, cross-country skiing is a favored pastime in Iowa. The more adventurous residents of
- [Indiana Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/indiana/indiana-salary/) - Indiana offers a wealth of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts and fitness junkies, ranging from hiking in its many forests to exploring local caves. Water sports such as swimming and canoeing are also popular. All of these activities require a high level of fitness, and as an aspiring personal trainer, that’s where you come in. Hoosiers
- [Illinois Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/illinois/illinois-salary/) - Illinois’ robust park system offers opportunities for everything from bicycling and canoeing to rock climbing and cave exploration. This helps the residents of Illinois maintain a high level of physical fitness. In fact, the Physical Activity Council rated Illinois as the tenth most active state in the country in 2012. These outdoor aficionados offer a
- [Idaho Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/idaho/idaho-salary/) - Idaho’s natural beauty and its culture of outdoor recreation helps keep its residents highly fit. In fact, the Physical Activity Council rated Idaho as having the second best physical activity rate in the country in 2012, with most state residents participating in some form of daily exercise. Living among people who enjoy strenuous outdoor activities
- [Hawaii Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/hawaii/hawaii-salary/) - Hawaii’s stunning beauty draws people from around the world who take advantage of the scenery to hike, scuba dive, snorkel, and surf. The residents of Hawaii tend to be highly physically active themselves, since these kinds of outdoor activities are a natural part of island life. In fact, America’s Health Rankings rated Hawaii as the
- [Georgia Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/georgia/georgia-salary/) - Georgia is a wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts. Its million plus acres of public land and more than 500,000 acres of reservoirs offer numerous opportunities for horseback riding, kayaking, tubing, and water-skiing. Serious hikers take advantage of the start of the Appalachian Trail in Amicalola Falls State Park. Georgia’s state golf courses provide such great locations
- [Florida Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/florida/florida-salary/) - With its amazing wilderness areas and stunning beaches, Florida draws those who like to stay in shape for hardcore outdoor recreational activities. Hiking, scuba diving, kayaking, and swimming are all big here. As a personal trainer, this gives you an opportunity to help Florida’s residents young and old stay toned and fit, all while earning
- [District of Columbia Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/district-of-columbia/district-of-columbia-salary/) - Fitness is hot in DC. In 2014, the American College of Sports Medicine rated the District as the fittest city in the country. Part of the reason for this is the recent influx of wealthy young professionals into DC. With this trend, the number of elite luxury gyms in the District of Columbia has been
- [Delaware Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/delaware/delaware-salary/) - Delaware’s generally mild climate offers numerous activities for those who enjoy physical activity. These range from walking, jogging, and cycling at places like historic Bellevue State Park to swimming and parasailing at Delaware’s beaches. On the rare occasions when it snows in Delaware, cross-country skiing is a popular pastime. You can earn a good living
- [Connecticut Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/connecticut/connecticut-salary/) - Connecticut offers numerous outdoor activities for both residents and tourists. The state has a gorgeous park system for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. In the winter, it offers both downhill and cross-country skiing. As a personal trainer, you have the opportunity to help avid outdoorsmen and women stay in shape, so they can continue
- [Colorado Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/colorado/colorado-salary/) - Colorado has a strong fitness culture based on outdoor recreation and sports. In fact, it had the highest proportion of people in the country that got the recommended amount of rigorous exercise in 2013 according to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Twenty percent of the state’s residents belonged to a health club
- [California Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/california/california-salary/) - California is a Mecca for fitness buffs with numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation in stunningly beautiful locations. The state’s diversity offers a variety of options ranging from surfing the Pacific Coast to skiing in California’s numerous ski resorts. Staying fit is popular in California, with the health club industry in the state generating revenues of
- [Arkansas Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/arkansas/arkansas-salary/) - Arkansas is a great state for those who enjoy outdoor recreation. In addition to mountain biking and kayaking, Arkansas is becoming known as a prime location for rock climbing. It was even featured in a 2003 issue of Rock and Ice. As a personal trainer, this presents opportunities for you to help keep such sportsmen
- [Arizona Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/arizona/arizona-salary/) - From traditional activities like golfing and hiking to thrill-seeking adventures such as rock climbing, Arizona’s residents take part in an array of activities that require strength, cardiovascular fitness and endurance. As a personal trainer, this provides you with a steady source of clients who require both cardio and strength training. In addition to helping these
- [Alaska Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/alaska/alaska-salary/) - Alaska is a sportsman’s paradise with people coming from all over the world to enjoy activities like river rafting, glacier hiking, skiing, and snowboarding. As a personal trainer, you have the opportunity to help avid outdoorsmen and women stay in shape, so they can continue taking part in their favorite outdoor activities. And with the
- [Alabama Salary](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/alabama/alabama-salary/) - Alabama is widely known for its outdoor recreational opportunities. Whether hiking through its 22 million acres of forests or climbing Appalachian cliffs, fitness aficionados have a great time exercising in Alabama. As a personal trainer, you can ensure that Alabama’s outdoor enthusiasts stay in peak shape, so they can pursue their passions. This field gives
- [Wyoming](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/wyoming/) - Leading an active lifestyle is almost a requirement when surrounded by the natural beauty and destination parks that Wyoming has to offer. Still, Wyoming’s cold winters can make it a challenge to stay in shape, especially for those with desk jobs – and that’s where personal trainers come in. As a personal trainer, you’ll help
- [Wisconsin](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/wisconsin/) - There are endless opportunities to stay active in Wisconsin’s great outdoors, both for fun and to maintain a healthy lifestyle. But people who enjoy an active life need more than outdoor recreation and sports to keep them going. Exercise and physical training go hand-in-hand with these activities and a personal trainer can be an integral
- [West Virginia](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/west-virginia/) - Wild and Wonderful West Virginia is where your love of fitness and physical activity is at home, from Charleston to Wheeling and Huntington to Morgantown. From mountain biking through the Monongahela National Forest to rock climbing at the famous New River Gorge, physical fitness is alive and well in West Virginia. Now may be the
- [Washington](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/washington/) - Working as a personal trainer with the physically active outdoor enthusiasts that call the Pacific Northwest home may very well be a match made in heaven. Imagine preparing your clients for the ski and snowboarding season at the passes, developing personal training programs for your affluent Microsoft clients in Redmond, or introducing your Seattle clients
- [Virginia](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/virginia/) - In Virginia, a career in personal training may mean trimming the waistlines and chiseling the biceps of Washington D.C.’s diplomats, heading to the coast to prepare new moms for bathing suit season, or becoming one of the most highly sought after trainers in one of Norfolk’s hottest fitness centers. Occupational projections reveal that the number
- [Vermont](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/vermont/) - Residents of Vermont tend to be healthier than those in many other states. According to numbers released by the Kaiser Family Foundation, Vermont's residents have a healthier average body mass index (BMI) than 88 percent of the country. You will use your professional capabilities to work with this population segment as well as those who
- [Utah](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/utah/) - As a well-qualified personal trainer in Utah, you will find a community of fitness buffs that appreciate your professionalism and expertise. A Kaiser Family Foundation study found that Utah ranks second in the nation for having the highest percentage of adults – 58.8% – that regularly participate in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. The study also revealed
- [Texas](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/texas/) - Employment projections released by the Texas Workforce Commission estimate that an average of 460 new jobs will be created for personal trainers in Texas every year through 2022. This represents a 10-year growth rate of 22 percent – much higher than the state's average job growth rate. As a personal trainer you will soon recognize
- [Tennessee](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/tennessee/) - The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development projects that between 2012 and 2022, the number of personal trainer jobs in the state will increase by 18 percent statewide. As a personal trainer you will work with clients from a multitude of ages and backgrounds to promote health, strength, and vitality throughout the state. You
- [South Dakota](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/south-dakota/) - Urbanized life and sedentary workdays have led to health clubs and fitness becoming a growing trend in South Dakota according to Dakotafire, a community journalism project that reports on issues within the Dakotas. Long winters in South Dakota make it especially hard to maintain a healthy level of physical activity. With temperatures often in the
- [South Carolina](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/south-carolina/) - The fitness craze is still very much alive in South Carolina. It seems like almost everybody here has a favorite outdoor pastime that requires them to stay in shape in the off season, and at peak performance when the sun shines or the snow flies. With warm temperatures most of the year, fitness buffs enjoy
- [Rhode Island](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/rhode-island/) - In a state where everybody seems to be an outdoor enthusiast – skiing and snowboarding in the winter and hiking and water skiing in the summer – working as a personal trainer in Rhode Island will mean helping clients keep in tip-top shape for their favorite outdoor activity. As the birthplace of the X-Games, Rhode
- [Pennsylvania](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/pennsylvania/) - Pennsylvania values its personal trainers. In fact, numbers from the US Department of Labor show the greater Philadelphia urban area employs the fifth-highest number of personal trainers of all cities in the nation. It's likely that at some point in your career you will work in a fitness and health club like the Daily Grind
- [Oregon](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/oregon/) - Based on statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Oregon has the fifth-highest concentration of personal trainers of all states in the nation. In fact, the Eugene-Springfield metropolitan area has the highest concentration of personal trainers of all cities in the United States! And it's not only those cities – Bend ranks fifth on that
- [Oklahoma](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/oklahoma/) - Your contribution to the health and vitality of Oklahoma will be much appreciated and is much needed. Based on information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the US Census, there is approximately one personal trainer for every 1,642 adults in Oklahoma – a total of 1,760 professionals statewide. With favorite events like Broken Arrow's
- [Ohio](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/ohio/) - fWorking with clients one-on-one as a personal trainer is as rewarding as it is challenging. In Ohio’s personal fitness industry, you may find yourself helping a client train for the Cincinnati Heart Mini Marathon, or you might work with a young athlete to develop a long-term fitness plan with the goal of one day playing
- [North Carolina](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/north-carolina/) - North Carolina's famous pork barbeque and bacon is undeniably tasty and definitely not for those on a diet. Every year the Lexington Barbeque Festival draws more than 100,000 hungry Americans from near and far. North Carolinians spend the remaining 364 days of the year eating healthy and staying fit thanks to help from personal trainers.
- [New York](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/new-york/) - Personal training in New York is big business – just ask all the celebrity personal trainers that make one heck of a good living here. New York’s own David Kirsch, who has celebrity clients like Heidi Klum and Terri Walsh, charges $400 for a house call and is also rumored to train European socialites worth
- [New Mexico](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/new-mexico/) - According to the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions, the number of personal trainers in the state is expected to increase 21 percent between 2012 and 2022. This increased demand for fitness professionals comes as no surprise, given that the fitness-conscious residents of New Mexico have helped the state consistently rank among the top 25
- [New Jersey](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/new-jersey/) - The value of fitness trainers in New Jersey is evident in the salaries they earn. In fact, according to the US Department of Labor, New Jersey’s personal trainers earn some of the highest paychecks in the nation, behind only New York and California. Thanks to New Jersey’s prime Eastern seaboard location, the diverse fitness culture
- [New Hampshire](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/new-hampshire/) - New Hampshire’s fitness community is as diverse as its people. While the state plays host to some of the country’s top skiing, hiking, and off-roading, many New Hampshire residents aren’t rugged outdoor goers at all, opting instead to enjoy the state’s beauty through relaxing activities like golf and walking. New Hampshire’s wide range of fitness
- [Nevada](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/nevada/) - While Sin City undoubtedly makes up a large part of Nevada's commerce and population, cities like Reno and Henderson are home to residents from all walks of life. This makes Nevada a place where working as a personal trainer means having a great variety of options in terms of the kinds of clients you could
- [Nebraska](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/nebraska/) - With a large farming industry and seemingly endless stretches of open road, over 89% of Nebraska’s towns and cities have a population of less than 3,000, according to a 2014 report published by World Population Review. The low population density may discourage some Nebraska fitness enthusiasts from pursuing a career in personal training, but with
- [Montana](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/montana/) - According to the President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition, research in 2013 found that more than 60% of adults in Montana exercise three days a week for at least 30 minutes, making Montana the third most active state in the U.S.! With mountains and trails that are second to none for hiking, skiing, and
- [Missouri](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/missouri/) - As a personal trainer in Missouri, you’ll channel your enthusiasm and motivational skills to help the state’s outdoor enthusiasts prepare for their next weekend adventure. This might mean helping them develop the core strength necessary to kayak the Ozarks, or the stamina needed to bike the 240-mile Katy Trail. However, with 30.4 percent of Missouri’s
- [Mississippi](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/mississippi/) - Once considered a luxury, personal training services are now widely available to anybody with enough motivation to get to the gym. According to the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition, Mississippi is one out of only six states to require physical education in every grade, making health and fitness a standard part of the
- [Minnesota](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/minnesota/) - As a personal trainer in Minnesota, you’ll find an endless array of opportunity available to you engage your fellow fitness fanatics and outdoor adventurers alike. Whether you’re preparing a client for a canoe trip through the boundary waters north of Ely, or leading a yoga class in Minneapolis’s trendy Uptown neighborhood, you’ll find people across
- [Michigan](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/michigan/) - As home to one of the country’s longest running and most prestigious college athletic programs and an incredible diversity of natural terrain, working as a personal trainer in Michigan means being part of a rich athletic culture where clients have a unique appreciation for an active lifestyle in the great outdoors. Still - Michigan is
- [Massachusetts](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/massachusetts/) - According to a 2014 report from the President’s Physical Activity Council, If you grew up in Massachusetts and were educated in the state’s public schools, you are more likely to be physically fit than U.S. citizens in other states. Massachusetts is one of only six states that require public schools to offer mandatory physical education
- [Maryland](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/maryland/) - The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion’s Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity released a report showing that as of 2010, 43 percent of adult Marylanders said they got 300 minutes of moderately intense aerobic exercise each week, or 150 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise. However, 23.8 percent of the state’s
- [Maine](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/maine/) - According to numbers released by Maine's Center for Workforce Research and Information, between 2012 and 2022 the number of jobs for personal trainers is expected to increase at nearly twice the state's average job growth rate. In fact, of all rural areas in the nation, the Southwest portion of Maine ranks fifth as having the
- [Louisiana](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/louisiana/) - With the growing trend of working with clients outside of the health club setting, fitness trainers in Mississippi have been known to offer clients everything from cycling posture tips along the Baton Rouge Mississippi River Levee Bike Path, to nutritional advice in preparation for the Zydeco Marathon in Lafayette. More often however, as a personal
- [Kentucky](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/kentucky/) - Statistics released by the Kaiser Family Foundation show that more than 45 percent of Kentucky’s adult residents participate in at least moderate levels of daily physical activity, while 39 percent of high school students meet or exceed the nationally recommended level of physical activity. As a personal trainer in Kentucky you’ll find clients young and
- [Kansas](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/kansas/) - As a personal trainer in Kansas you will find you have the opportunity to work with clients from all walks of life. This could mean helping a youngster recover from a sporting accident incurred at the YMCA National Gymnastics Championships in Wichita, or helping elderly residents maintain their health so they are active enough to
- [Iowa](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/iowa/) - Working as a personal trainer can be varied and excitingly challenging. One day you may be helping a middle-aged client prepare for the Des Moines marathon, while the next day you can find yourself assisting a high school football student with preparations for the state championship. Your clients can include everyone from new mothers who
- [Indiana](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/indiana/) - According to numbers released by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, the number of personal trainer jobs in the state is expected to increase by 11.8 percent over the seven years leading up to 2022. Within this time frame Indiana employment experts project 460 new personal trainer jobs to be created statewide. As a personal
- [Illinois](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/illinois/) - Illinois ranks second of all states in the nation for having the highest concentration of personal trainers as well as the highest total number of personal trainers. Working as such, you will be among a friendly team of colleagues who share the ultimate goal of giving Illinois residents one of the most sought-after goals: health.
- [Idaho](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/idaho/) - As a personal trainer in Idaho you will play an important role in the overall health of the state's residents. As the trend of working with clients outside of the confines of the fitness club continues to grow, you might be surprised at how fun and diverse your workweek could be. Besides doing things like
- [Hawaii](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/hawaii/) - The success of personal trainers in Hawaii is one of the underlying factors that help to explain why the islands have the lowest percentage of overweight adults of all states in the nation. In Hawaii, clients often look to personal trainers for targeted regimens designed to help them develop the strength and flexibility they need
- [Georgia](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/georgia/) - As a personal trainer in Georgia you will work with your clients to promote musculoskeletal strength, cardiovascular fitness and overall health. Promoting an overall level of vitality will have a positive impact on lowering the rate of obesity in the state. As of 2015, 65 percent of adults in Georgia were overweight or obese, according
- [Florida](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/florida/) - With flourishing fitness culture, Florida is an ideal place to begin your career in personal training. Whether you teach popular workout classes in Pilates, Barre or TRX Suspension Training or choose to work with older adults to maintain long-term balance and core strength, you’ll be making a positive impact on the state’s overall health and
- [District of Columbia](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/district-of-columbia/) - In 2014, Washington D.C. claimed the top spot in the American Fitness Index’s list of Fittest Cities. Measuring a combination of preventive health behaviors, levels of chronic disease conditions, and community resources and policies that support physical activity, the index gave the D.C. area the highest score in the nation, making it an ideal place
- [Delaware](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/delaware/) - If you’re considering a career as a personal trainer in Delaware, you’ll play an integral role in helping its residents meet the state’s physical activity guidelines designed to promote long-term health. According to the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, residents should aim for at least 2 hours and 30 minutes of physical activity
- [Connecticut](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/connecticut/) - With one of the lowest obesity rates in the nation according to the Trust for America’s Health, Connecticut is an ideal place to begin your personal training career. Whether you work with fit gym goers or those trying get in better shape, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining and improving state residents’ overall health
- [Colorado](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/colorado/) - Called “the fittest state in the nation” by the Colorado Springs Gazette, there’s no better place to pursue your personal training career than in Colorado. With its active, health-conscious population, you’ll find your skills in high demand at gyms and fitness clubs throughout the state. Home to the U.S. Olympic Training Center, Colorado boasts a
- [California](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/california/) - Not only is California home to six of the top 15 fittest cities in the country according to Men’s Fitness, ten of the country’s latest fitness trends including Spinning, Piloxing and U-Jam also originated in the state. As a personal trainer in California, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of the
- [Arkansas](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/arkansas/) - As a personal trainer in Arkansas, you’ll join a promising career field helping people across the state get fit and improve their long-term health and overall well-being. With 57.3% of Arkansas’s population failing to achieve healthy levels of physical activity according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, your skills and expertise will
- [Arizona](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/arizona/) - Arizona’s personal trainers are critical in helping its residents meet 2011 physical activity recommendations of 150 minutes per week of moderate physical activity for promotion of their long-term health and well-being. If you’re considering a career in personal training, you’ll have the opportunity to help clients from all backgrounds and walks of life improve their
- [Alaska](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/alaska/) - Whether working with the state’s avid outdoor athletes, or ordinary people just looking to lose weight, personal trainers play a key role in keeping Alaska’s population fit and healthy. Working as a personal trainer means using your expertise in physiology, weight management and the science of body movement in combination with communication and coaching skills
- [Zumba](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/zumba/) - There are fitness trends, and then are crazes. Meet Zumba. By most accounts, Zumba, a dance fitness program created by Colombian dancer Alberto Perez in the 1990s, is an exercise phenomenon. Women and men all over the U.S. are dancing their way to good fitness using Zumba, a unique—and oh so fun—form of dancing that
- [Youth Fitness](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/youth-fitness/) - Today’s busy society, complete with fewer home cooked meals and an abundance of time spent in front of the computer, cell phone, and gaming console, has caused childhood obesity rates to soar. The U.S. Surgeon General reported that in the past 20 years, the number of children who are overweight or obese has doubled (recent
- [Yoga](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/yoga/) - Your downward facing dog is flawless, your bow pose is impeccable, and more than one person has paid you compliments on your picture-perfect crane. So it only makes sense to focus your personal training career on the art and discipline of yoga. Yoga, which can be traced back more than 5,000 years, is an ancient
- [Water Exercise](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/water-exercise/) - We are naturally drawn to the water. We flock to the shore for vacation, camp out at the pool during the dog days of summer, and head to our favorite lake for days of boating fun. So using water as a medium for exercise just makes good sense for the water lover in us. And
- [Training for Seniors and Older Adults](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/training-for-seniors-and-older-adults/) - If there’s one, real-life fountain of youth, it is unquestionably physical fitness. Today’s seniors know that regular physical exercise allows them to keep disease at bay and remain physically active much longer than would be possible without regular exercise. They also know that the type of exercises they perform, the frequency with which they exercise,
- [Strength Training](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/strength-training/) - Strength training, which can be traced back to ancient Greece, is one of the oldest forms of exercises. As a personal trainer, you will likely incorporate strength training into nearly all of your clients’ training programs. But you may also find that specializing your personal training career in strength training will allow you to capture
- [Spinning Cycling](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/spinning-cycling/) - Indoor cycling, also commonly referred to as spinning (a brand name of an indoor bike that has become synonymous with the workout), has become one of the hottest ways to get your sweat on in gyms, fitness centers, and dedicated cycling studios across the U.S. In fact, according to the American College of Sports Medicine,
- [Prenatal and Postnatal Exercise](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/prenatal-and-postnatal-exercise/) - Many of today’s obstetricians promote the benefits of exercise and physical fitness for their pregnant patients experiencing normal, healthy pregnancies. But exercise in the prenatal and postnatal period must be approached with care, making personal training during this time a valuable service. If you want to become a personal trainer who specializes in prenatal and
- [Pilates](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/pilates/) - Pilates has earned a reputation for being a highly effective physical fitness system designed for core conditioning through controlled movements and focused breathing. Although Joseph Pilates first introduced the Pilates method in the early twentieth century as a way to improve rehabilitation programs for casualties of WWI, it didn’t make its mark as a mainstream
- [Medical Exercise](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/medical-exercise/) - Personal trainers are not just for those looking to drop a few pounds or add speed to their next triathlon. In fact, a number of personal trainers focus their careers on medical exercise, which may include helping their clients return to their pre-injury physical condition or helping them achieve a level of physical fitness despite
- [Kickboxing](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/kickboxing/) - Kickboxing, best defined as a combination of boxing and karate, offers up a challenging workout that is sure to kick any personal training program into high gear. Also called cardio kickboxing, this type of exercise does not involve actual sparring with a partner; instead, it’s all about going through the motions, which involve throwing the
- [Interval Training](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/interval-training/) - Interval training, once reserved only for elite athletes, is now the go-to exercise for everyone from beginners to well-conditioned fitness buffs. Consisting of bursts of intense activity with intervals of lighter activity, interval training may be the perfect addition to your personal training repertoire and one of the most effective tools for taking your clients’
- [High Intensity Training](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/high-intensity-training/) - Train harder not longer— this may as well be your mantra, so it only makes sense to take your love of high-intensity training (HIT), to the world of personal training and begin making a name for yourself. High-intensity training (HIT) is best characterized as progressive resistance exercise. In other words, in high-intensity training, you are
- [Group Instruction](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/group-instruction/) - Although one-on-one instruction may come to mind when you think about personal training, personal trainers also often oversee small group personal training sessions or lead large group classes. You might consider marketing yourself not only as a one-on-one personal trainer, but also as a small group trainer or large group instructor. This could increase your
- [Endurance Training](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/endurance-training/) - Our ability to not only perform but to excel in athletics is largely driven by our level of endurance. It comes as no surprise that most dedicated athletes take the time to implement endurance training into their weekly workout schedule. It’s also no surprise that many athletes look to the services of a qualified personal
- [CrossFit](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/crossfit/) - CrossFit is often referred to as a revolution in human performance and is recognized as the fastest growing fitness movement on the planet. As a system based on swiftly changing functional movements that are executed at a high level of intensity, CrossFit training is the holy grail of fitness programs. This core strength and conditioning
- [Corrective Exercise](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/corrective-exercise/) - Also called corrective exercise therapy, corrective exercise combines the scientific principles of human physiology, physics, and biomechanics to address an individual’s specific physical and biochemical needs. Corrective exercise is meant to remedy the cumulative results of stresses placed on the body, helping to restore and maintain posture, balance, mobility, and stability, which allows the body
- [Core Balance Training](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/core-balance-training/) - Core and balance training is certainly nothing new; physical therapists and athletic trainers have used core training techniques for years. But in recent years, core training has moved from the physical therapist’s office to the gym, with everyone from young athletes to balance-challenged seniors hopping on this training bandwagon, and for good reason. We now
- [Circuit Training](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/circuit-training/) - You know that an effective and comprehensive fitness routine combines the slimming and heart-healthy benefits of cardiovascular exercise with the toning and muscle-building benefits of resistance training. So it comes as no surprise that circuit training, which is aimed at both cardiovascular fitness and improving muscle tone and definition, has become your go-to workout. And
- [Barre Method](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/barre-method/) - The barre method trend is just getting started, and for individuals looking for a fantastic, all-over body workout that also satisfies their inner ballerina, there’s nothing better. That’s good news for you, the personal trainer with a passion for the barre. So, what exactly is the barre method? It’s a combination of ballet, yoga, and
- [High Intensity Interval Resistance Training](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/high-intensity-interval-resistance-training/) - HIT, HIIT and HIIRT have become a phenomenon among athletes and hardcore fitness buffs across the U.S.: High-Intensity Training (HIT) High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) High Intensity Interval Resistance Training (HIIRT) HIIRT is a resistance-based model, HIIT is a conditioning-based model, while HIT is an overarching term that encompasses both HIIRT and HIIT. As a personal
- [School Request](https://www.personaltraineredu.org/school-request/) - Content for this page is not used. We simply have this page to link to the school request data. //TODO: Put the call parameters here to make it easier.

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