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Sexual Mustard
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Opportunities come from results, word of mouth, and how you advertise yourself my friend. I know trainers who have no certification, but are doing quite well for themselves because they know their shit. On the other hand, I also know a couple trainers from my gym with ACE certifications and nutrition/excercise science degrees/diplomas who don't get much business. They also don't know how to TRAIN; they just have memorized facts from a book.
Also, keep in mind that if you look like you're in shape, you're more likely to be credible and get more clients. Before/after pics of people you may have worked with (or friends) will help. Any powerlifting, bodybuilding, or any other athletic accomplishments will help greatly. We have a couple of fat and super-skinny trainers at our gym; they don't seem to be nearly as busy training as the ones who look decent.
I'm just saying that you don't necessarily need to get the most expensive certification out there (I still say it's raping for money!); just put your mind to it and you'll succeed. It'll take some time anyway to become a successful trainer.
Also, keep in mind that if you look like you're in shape, you're more likely to be credible and get more clients. Before/after pics of people you may have worked with (or friends) will help. Any powerlifting, bodybuilding, or any other athletic accomplishments will help greatly. We have a couple of fat and super-skinny trainers at our gym; they don't seem to be nearly as busy training as the ones who look decent.
I'm just saying that you don't necessarily need to get the most expensive certification out there (I still say it's raping for money!); just put your mind to it and you'll succeed. It'll take some time anyway to become a successful trainer.
