Personal TrainerHow to Find the Best  

The demand for personal trainingin the United States is at an all-time high 

Demand is Increasing Nationwide

There Are a Number of Reasons for This, Including:

• Greater cultural acceptance of expenditure on health and fitness

• A rise in obesity levels• A desire to reduce the risk of heart

disease, stroke, and other afflictions• Better quality of personal trainers

The Number of Personal Trainers is Increasing

• In 2014, there were approximately 279,000 Personal Trainers

• In 2020, there will be an estimated 300,000 or more Personal Trainers

Why Are There More Personal Trainers?

• Better Pay: Median pay is 58,000 per Year, up to 126,000 per Year

• Variety: Trainers can work in different settings, such as boot camps, clients' homes, and corporate wellness camps

What Can a Personal TrainerDo for Me?

Help Losing Weight• 35.7 percent of U.S adults are obese• Health risks include type 2 diabetes,

heart disease, high blood pressure, and breast and colon cancer

• Supervised physical activity can reduce the risk of the diseases above

Strengthen Muscles and Tendons

• The Centers for Disease Control Prevention says that strength training for elderly individuals helps reduces symptoms of depression, back pain, and arthritis

Tailored Programs

• Identify your fitness level• Analyze your body composition• Determine your level of strength• Find out how much time you can

dedicate to a program

Personal Trainers Will:

Then, they can• Choose the right fat loss program for you• Help strengthen your muscles by

reinforcing proper exercise technique• Possibly provide advice on nutrition

(depending on their qualifications)• Create simple, effective, and fun workouts

that you will enjoy

How Can I Find a Good Personal Trainer?

Not every Personal Trainer is the same. Look for someone with experience, qualifications and a Personality that Matches with yours.

Personal Trainer Certifications

• American Council of Excellence (ACE)• National Academy of Sports Medicine• National Strength and Conditioning

Association• American College of Sports Medicine

Tips to Find the Best PT for You

• Know your certifications; some are more relevant than others are

• Look for evidence of qualifications and experience; testimonials are important

• Determine what motivates you. Do you want a calm PT or one that aggressively helps you reach your goals?

Tips to Find the Best PT for You – Continued

• Outline any injuries or medical conditions you have

• Meet the trainer to see if your personalities match

• Be patient in your search!

Conclusion• Personal trainers help improve

fitness• Better fitness reduces the risk of

serious medical problems in later life

• Look for certified and experienced trainers

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