Careers in Exercise Science

"Personal Training"

The latest U.S. Department of Labor statistics state personal training is expected to grow 13% through 2022

Job Responsibilities
 Job Setting Clients

What are the qualifications needed?
 What is the Pay? Some examples of Personal Training
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Job Responsibilities
When the majority of the population is inactive, overweight and eating a poor diet, you know you  have a challenging job. Each client will be different, and the personal trainer must be both a technical trainer and emotional coach to help the individual change their life.

Initial Screening and Assessment
Carefully review health history, including personal interview to discuss details
Familiarity with client medications, chronic conditions and any present symptoms
Diet background and other health habits

Fitness Assessment
Perform aerobic fitness assessments using protocols that make sense for the client (there is no one test)
Strength, balance and flexibility assessments
Body composition (skinfold, BIA, BMI)
Diet analysis (i.e 3 day recalls)
Identify areas of concern, normative data

Exercise Prescription and Individual Client Sessions
Prescribe using established guidelines ((i.e ACSM, NSCA)
Modify exercises as needed for each client (signs, symptoms, rate of progression)

MOTIVATE!! EDUCATE!!
Personal Trainer
Job Setting
Some personal trainers are employed full time at health and fitness facilities, while others are private contractors that have clients at different facilities (they "rent" facility space from the club). Some facilities may look like corporate wellness facilities, some may be YMCA-type settings or sport performance facilities.

Clients
Clients will vary by location and even within day to day activities. You may work with a wide range of fitness and health conditions. Clients may be fit, or maybe obese with diabetes. Clients may have musculoskeletal disorders and cardiovascular risk factors. You need to be knowledgeable in many areas!
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What are the qualifications needed?

In some cases a college degree is not required, but in these cases the pay is at the bottom end of the continuum. Most expect the following:

     1. The American College of Sports Medicine (Personal Trainer or Health Fitness Specialist)
    2. The National Strength and Conditioning Association (Personal Trainer or CSCS)
    3. American Council on Exercise (Personal Training)
    4. National Academy of Sports Medicine (Personal Training)



What is the Pay?
Pay will vary depending on the geographic location as well as client base. Part time may be as little as $10 per hour, to more than $20 per hour for full time (25-35K). National averages are $36,000-$49,000. Top personal trainers can earn much higher salaries, but these are rare positions.
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Some examples of Personal Training (Jobs)
Personal Trainer 
YMCA Valley of the Sun - Phoenix, AZ
Join the YMCA staff team to be fufilled, be inspired and make a difference in a job that matters. The YMCA is seeking energetic, self-motivated, creative individuals with a strong work ethic to be a part of our staff team as a Personal Trainer. Valleywide openings. 

SUMMARY 
Trainer provides instruction and healthy living programming to participants. Trainer maintains safe environment while conducting and monitoring effective and enjoyable for-fee exercise programs for individuals or groups. 

QUALIFICATIONS 
  • 18 years of age or older 
  • Four-year degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred. 
  • Nationally accredited certification (preferred: NSCA, ACSM, NASM, ACE, AFAA ) 
  • Current state approved first-aid certification 
  • Current CPR certification 
  • Demonstrated ability to teach progressive exercise programs 
  • Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques 
  • Ability to create and monitor safe and effective exercise programs for individuals seeking specific personal training. 
  • Highly motivated to sell personal training services. 
  • Sales experience preferred. 
  • Possess mature judgment and sound decision-making. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with members, peers and supervisor. 
  • Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
  • Build a personal training clientele to include one-on-one and small group training. 
  • Strive to maintain 35 hours of paid personal training hours per week at the YMCA within 4 weeks of start date. 
  • Maintain “good ratings” in the Personal Trainer Evaluation Procedures. 
  • Demonstrates clear explanations and exercise material with proper form and technique. 
  • Develops positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance. 
  • Participates in Trainer Education Lectures for members. 
  • Participates in Ask the Trainer Events. 
  • Attends monthly sales meetings. 
  • Tracks progress of all clients on the YMCA CRM tool. 
  • Follows up with each client on a regularly scheduled basis. 
  • Operates all equipment properly and promptly reports any problems. 
  • Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary. 
  • Attends necessary trainings as scheduled.
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    Personal Trainer, Immediate Openings 
    Xperience Fitness - Milwaukee, WI

    CHOOSE FROM ONE OF OUR 13 XPERIENCE FITNESS LOCATIONS. RAPID GROWTH IN OUR PT DEPARTMENT HAS CREATED AN IMMEDIATE NEED FOR PERSONAL TRAINERS OF ALL LEVELS AT ALL LOCATIONS. WHETHER YOU ARE JUST STARTING YOUR CAREER OR YOU ARE AN ESTABLISHED PROFESSIONAL WE HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU AT XPERIENCE FITNESS.

    WHAT WE OFFER:
    - A true career in the field you are passionate about.
    - Job stability that comes with a multi-location health club chain
    - Annual income potential $60K Plus. Guaranteed Wages and Benefits
    - Corporate commitment to your professional development
    - Clear path to promotion and becoming a PT manager and company leader
    - With over 10,000 members per club our demand for PT Services is at an all time high
    - Guaranteed client base to get you started and making money the first month

    WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
    - Results oriented fitness enthusiasts
    - Career minded individuals that want to grow with a great company
    - Team-Players with a desire to be part of the best
    - Individuals who are passionate about fitness
    - People who believe that an active lifestyle leads to a better life
    - Full-Time positions available

    We are looking for superstars! Only the best applicants will be chosen for our team.
    Immediate openings available so apply right away!

    New hire training begins soon. For Immediate Consideration Contact Us Today!
    Locations:
    WI: Brookfield, West Allis, Hales Corners, Racine, Waukesha, Oak Creek, Appleton, Menasha, Green Bay
    MN: Blaine, Woodbury, Brooklyn Park, Vadnais Heights

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