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STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO STARTING A PERSONAL TRAINING BUSINESS
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO STARTING A PERSONAL TRAINING BUSINESS
This article will provide nine tips for starting an independent personal training business.
Keep in mind that starting a business is a lengthy process with several legal implications, so there are many nuances that are not covered within this guide. With that said, let’s dive in!
CONCLUDING THOUGHTS AND
ADDITIONAL ADVICE
A lot goes into starting a fitness business. There is no guarantee of success, but if you have the hustle, put in the work, and apply these nine steps, then you will be well on your way to a long, rewarding and potentially lucrative career as a fitness professional.
If you choose to work for an employer like a health club or fitness studio, they should have training and development programs in place that will educate you on what you need to do to work in their operation successfully.
The role of the fitness manager is to support you as you start your business. Listen to their advice because they know what works. Also, look for the more experienced, established personal trainers and ask for their help on how to be successful in that business model.
ONE LAST THING TO CONSIDER
If you plan on opening a facility, it requires several different steps from finding the best real estate to hiring the right contractors for the build-out. Therefore, these recommendations are for those of you who are considering becoming an independent personal trainer either contracting with a facility, working in clients’ homes, or offering online coaching programs.
THE AUTHOR
Pete McCall is a NASM-CPT, PES , Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), international presenter, host of the All About Fitness podcast, fitness blogger and an author of several articles, textbook chapters and the book Smarter Workouts: the Science of Exercise Made Simple. In addition, Pete holds a master’s degree in exercise science and has been educating fitness professionals for more than 15 years. Currently Pete lives in Encinitas, CA where he is an education consultant and content creator for Core Health & Fitness, Terra Core Fitness and 24 Hour Fitness.
