First year as a trainer has absolutely been tough! I walked away from a 20ish year career in the restaurant industry because I was overworked, burnt out, and very stressed. I had no work life balance, and I love fitness/working out. I havent had any consistent clients since I became certified in July 2020 but I am trying various outlets (box gym to boutique gym for example) because I refuse to give up, and simply put: going back into management is not an option for me. I know I will hate it. Thank you for sharing a lot of light in this video. Enjoy your channel very much
Hi there! I, too, left the classroom for the gym ( : No regrets as I am super passionate about fitness, nutrition and educating all on these topics. It is a huge risk, however, I researched this, knew the pros/cons and still decided to take the leap. I am 9 months in, am living "the grind" that it takes as a new trainer. I am very optimistic that this choice of career will fulfill me in the ways that Alexis described. Thank you both for all your free advice/education for new trainers as the industry complete lacks this support after earning the certification. You two are awesome! 💪
I’m leaving nursing to do personal training. I just got my certification, thanks for the helpful videos that helped me to pass! I’m excited to work in an industry that actually values health.
4 years self employed 5 years in the scene. 35-45 sessions a week throughout. Biggest pro is you are the business. Whatever and however you want to run things is uncontested. This is invaluable. Biggest con which you can navigate around is being a pseudo therapist to toxic, damaged, and/or negative minded people. Many people who seek out having a trainer are ones with heavy baggage or ones who love to vent. Taking over the session with your personality and conversation topics is essential. You are the boss, they are paying you to be told what to do. Don’t let your clients treat you like a cheap psychologist. Be firm and set energetic boundaries as your clients’ issues can seep into your mind body and soul if you’re not assertive enough in your approach.
Great content. Very realistic. The pressure is higher in big box commercial gyms , the work hours can be really tough and also the field is extremely competitive. I am in my first year and have face immense pressure and agree with his content.
Hey man, I just wanted to let you know I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and I can’t thank you enough for all your tips and advice I just officially got hired as a personal trainer today!
I went from Accounting to Personal Training as a business and after falling in my face I went back to my old job and I train part time at a big box gym. I have to say that I love training people and I can't wait to make more out of it. Your videos are great and really give me inspiration so thank you for being awesome!
"So be ready for a bumpy and challenging first start." as Jeff said, smilingly. Me: "ehhhhhhh" with butterfly in my stomach as I'm starting my first day this Friday. Thanks for the encouragement tho!!!! I think I'm excited to start.
I plan on reducing my training hours over the next few years and focusing more on managing other trainers and creating content! We’ll see if I can pull it off!
First year as a trainer has absolutely been tough! I walked away from a 20ish year career in the restaurant industry because I was overworked, burnt out, and very stressed. I had no work life balance, and I love fitness/working out. I havent had any consistent clients since I became certified in July 2020 but I am trying various outlets (box gym to boutique gym for example) because I refuse to give up, and simply put: going back into management is not an option for me. I know I will hate it. Thank you for sharing a lot of light in this video. Enjoy your channel very much
Glad you’re working through it because you love it! It will take some time to grow and find your space. Wishing you the best!
Full time personal trainer here- everything you said was spot on! Your channel is awesome, found you from Reddit!
Glad to have you here! Thanks for your support!
Hi there! I, too, left the classroom for the gym ( : No regrets as I am super passionate about fitness, nutrition and educating all on these topics. It is a huge risk, however, I researched this, knew the pros/cons and still decided to take the leap. I am 9 months in, am living "the grind" that it takes as a new trainer. I am very optimistic that this choice of career will fulfill me in the ways that Alexis described. Thank you both for all your free advice/education for new trainers as the industry complete lacks this support after earning the certification. You two are awesome! 💪
Thanks so much for your support! Congrats on taking a leap and trying something new!
I’m leaving nursing to do personal training. I just got my certification, thanks for the helpful videos that helped me to pass! I’m excited to work in an industry that actually values health.
Congrats on passing and welcome to the field!
That's interesting because those are the 2 careers I'm debating about PT or something in health care like RN. Can you give us an update?
4 years self employed 5 years in the scene. 35-45 sessions a week throughout. Biggest pro is you are the business. Whatever and however you want to run things is uncontested. This is invaluable. Biggest con which you can navigate around is being a pseudo therapist to toxic, damaged, and/or negative minded people. Many people who seek out having a trainer are ones with heavy baggage or ones who love to vent. Taking over the session with your personality and conversation topics is essential. You are the boss, they are paying you to be told what to do. Don’t let your clients treat you like a cheap psychologist. Be firm and set energetic boundaries as your clients’ issues can seep into your mind body and soul if you’re not assertive enough in your approach.
These are some really good points! Personal trainer, therapist= same thing in many clients minds.
Great content. Very realistic. The pressure is higher in big box commercial gyms , the work hours can be really tough and also the field is extremely competitive. I am in my first year and have face immense pressure and agree with his content.
The first year is definitely the toughest! Keep on grinding!
Hey man,
I just wanted to let you know I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and I can’t thank you enough for all your tips and advice I just officially got hired as a personal trainer today!
Thank you for letting us know! We really appreciate hearing that!
@fenrisfitness97 - It's been three years, man... How's it going??
I went from Accounting to Personal Training as a business and after falling in my face I went back to my old job and I train part time at a big box gym. I have to say that I love training people and I can't wait to make more out of it. Your videos are great and really give me inspiration so thank you for being awesome!
It sounds like you’re doing some great things! Thanks for the support and the kind words! We really appreciate it!
"So be ready for a bumpy and challenging first start." as Jeff said, smilingly.
Me: "ehhhhhhh" with butterfly in my stomach as I'm starting my first day this Friday.
Thanks for the encouragement tho!!!! I think I'm excited to start.
I’m sure you’ll do great! Embrace the bumpy start, work hard and you’ll be fine!
best channel continue your information
Thank you! We really appreciate that!
Keep doing your thing guys!
Thanks JD! We will!
Thank you again😊
Anytime!
Hey Jeff thanks for your videos. What are your plans for the future if you don’t mind me asking ?
I plan on reducing my training hours over the next few years and focusing more on managing other trainers and creating content! We’ll see if I can pull it off!
Aw I did not see that coming.
Ya training can be a weird journey!
No one really mentions the personal health benefits for the trainer!
I know! It’s definitely something we’re missing out on