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How to Become a Strength and Conditioning Coach

Introduction (H2) Becoming a strength and conditioning coach is an excellent idea for any personal trainers looking to work closely with athletes…
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Considerations Before Becoming a Gym Instructor

Introduction Becoming a gym instructor can be your first step into a long and successful career in the fitness industry; however, if…
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The Components of Fitness

Introduction For personal trainers, understanding the wide variety of fitness components is crucial in designing effective, comprehensive training programs for clients.  We…
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Becoming a Personal Trainer in 4 Simple Steps

Introduction So, you’ve decided to become a Personal Trainer. Perhaps you’re looking at a career change, or maybe you love fitness and…
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Why do Personal Trainers need Insurance?

Introduction Amidst the exciting career of personal training; an exciting job which involves helping others achieve their goals, in a positive work…
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Tips for Getting More Personal Training Clients

Introduction A robust client base is the bedrock of a thriving personal training business, offering stability, consistent income, and acting as a…
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Personal Training Levels Explained

Introduction Navigating the different levels of personal training qualifications can be difficult, especially if you're new to the field. This article will…
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What is Interval Training?

Introduction Interval training involves alternating periods of intense exercise with periods of rest or lower intensity activity. It is known for its…
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Can you be too old to become a Personal Trainer?

Introduction In the fitness industry, there is a definite element of youth outweighing experience when you look upon the personal trainers of…
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The Humble Coach

Within FFC, we refer to a non negotiable prerequisite of the coach being a willingness to learn. That’s humility. Humility to accept…
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