Quick Chapter Review Points:
1. Always do an initial assessment to learn about the fitness and health background of a
client, before training them.
2. Have your client create short-term and long-term goals that are measurable and
practical
3. Your exercise programs should be unique to your client. Be sure you keep records of
their improvements.
4. Give your clients copies of their exercise programs as an added benefit of having a
personal trainer.
5. Always have your clients warm-up and cool-down.
6. If you have a client in a special population of fitness conditions, be sure to do your
research so you are fully prepared to work with them. It is okay to say no to a client with
whom you do not feel comfortable working.
CONCLUSION
Your success as a Personal Trainer relies on the amount of time you want to put into
your business. This goes for working in a gym as well as owning your own business.
Offer incentives to your clients if they bring a new client. Be creative and memorable
when driving new business.
A person who genuinely cares about people and has a friendly and likeable personality
will be successful as a Professional Personal Trainer. You will be spending at least an
hour a week with your clients (hopefully more!) and it is important that you prove to have
a deep interest in helping your clients achieve their goals. You will find that you care so
much about your clients that you will even motivate them on days you are not working
out with them. You might send a simple text that says, “Hope you had a good workout
this morning!” or “Enjoy your 3 mile run this afternoon!” as a nice and simple gesture to
let them know you’re on their team. Yes, it’s a little more work for you, but it is worth it
because it opens up a sense of trust and commitment with each other. It proves you are
committed to their goals too. And, by doing so, they are more likely to stick with you for
months and years to come.
As a Professional Certified Trainer it is important to “practice what you preach.” You
should work out regularly, eat a healthy, clean diet, and always meet your clients
showered and ready to work. Your physical appearance is the best business card you
could ever have so it is important to keep yourself healthy. Always practice the same
nutrition and exercise advice you give your own clients and be sure you stay motivated