yeah money is important but iam here because at 36 i realized the secert to life is doing something you love, makes everything come together like a puzzle
A lot of trainers make below the poverty line type income and need a second job to make ends meet. The stress from the higher ups take sales or to afford the trainer's rent at a private studio makes a lot of people stop loving it. If you live in am area where hiring a trainer is normal and common, and people got money, then go for it. For most people though, you gotta get a normal job and then just train people for fun on the side.
This is so informative. I’m 31 and am tired of working for people. I’d legitimately love to be a personal trainer, as I also feel like the gym is my second home. I’ve been looking into this casually, but I might take a step further.
Thanks the video!! Taking my test this month. I’ve been putting off this test for a while as I’m nervous to fail but I can’t wait to start changing peoples lives for the better! Gotta get back to studying
Love this!!!! I’m currently studying for my ACE personal trainer certification and a “newbie” trainer and this helps me decide on my first steps I should take! This is GOLD to me! Thank you!!!!! 💪💪💪
Thank you so much for making this video! I’ve been racking my brain trying to find ways to mix my passion with a job/career and this insight was priceless. I feel now, that I have heard from a real person that isn’t found on some obscure forum that I don’t know if I should believe. Fantastic video!
I love this! Currently 19 years of age, I’m already training people locally In Orlando, Florida but I’m striving to become a certified personal trainer right now through ace Or NASM while going to school for a degree in kinesiology. The best field , can’t wait🗣
@Andrew Mannett so I passed thankfully and am certified now. I did do an undergraduate degree in exercise science so it was much easier for me to understand the concepts. In general the wages are very subjective, you could make anywhere from 20 to 100 dollars an hour depending on your clientele and experience.
@Andrew Mannett The only way you'll get to find out what you'll make is to really get into the field and start working. There will be alot of work that will go unpaid in the beginning but will pay you back in the future.
Being a six figure $ trainer is NOT some justification that this guy is an authority. He works in SF. If he had six figures working in an area that can’t support paying $100-$200+/ hr, then sure. Any real trainer would make it clear that as far as being a trainer, being a certified one is a must. Non-certified trainers not only can get people hurt, but they potentially give a negative reputation to the profession. But what certification you seek depends on your goals-do you want to work for yourself or for a gym? Gyms WILL care what certification you have. Otherwise, he’s correct that most clients won’t have any idea one way or the other. He is right about how long it can take clients and how important it is to discover exactly what your niche is, but even more so (if you want to be independent), you need to discover who your ideal client is. Once you know who your ideal client is, discover their “pain point.” The pain point is the problem they have that you can help them with.
Agreed, but also working at a commercial gym won't let you make a lot of money unless you work in a big city with affluent people. In a small town with lower income people, gyms aren't gonna pay much. The local gyms here want certified trainers (although they also hire non certified ones. They just don't tell the public that) and pay the trainers $6 a client for 30 minute sessions
Awesome video! I'm already NASM AFAA group fitness certified instructor but the test was pretty hard so I'm thinking of going with ACE or ISSA to get my certified personal trainer next.
I feel like this is one of those fields where if you’re a go getter, you’ll do exceptionally well and if you’re a quiet introverted dude, you’ll never get anywhere
Great video. Directed the interview extremely well, almost thought I was watching a fitness channel lol. aspiring to be a cpt, weightlifting/fitness is my passion
The thing that really scares me is that compared to other fields like IT there is a lack of an organisation or company or individual that supports you or provides feedback on your performance once you finished your cert. Its sort of a market yourself juggle everything kinda thing. Its some of that stuff i heard from ppl that done it. And that flawed buisness model needs to change This is a creative field that i love.
This ACE PT probably has made at most 200k at one stage when he was working balls to the wall. This man probably works 6-7 days per week and in excess of 60 hours per week. Don't let the correlation of the high dollar amount and the job title fool you. It is hard work and not "easy money". I thought I'd point this out there because of the title and feel like it wasn't really pointed out in the video. Not trying to put down the video, I thought it was a great interview and Jimmy sounds like he really is passionate about his work. I am currently studying for my ACE exam and will be aiming to revolutionize the way training happens in my own way. I think I am among the few that are studying at a college for this particular exam as I see a lot more people doing this Certification via online and on their own. I totally relate with Jimmy when I see those PT's that are there just to count and don't have their heart in on it or aren't client focused.
J McMahon Whether you do it online or at a campus, getting certified is a must to work as a PT. But to work in a gym is insane. Working for yourself is the way to go.
@@epicipodmodz Gyms exist for a reason. They are an amazing funnel for your personal training business. If you can find a way to funnel people into a location that isn't a gym, that would totally work. I'm sure it'll take a little more effort but would be worth it when you don't have to pay commission.
Jimmy Shiba yeah I’ve actually done a bit of research since I posted that and it seems like working at the gym after cert is the way to go especially if you have no experience like me. Now my concerns are more focused towards if I’ll be able to make a sustainable living as a PT which not everyone has a straight forward answer to 😅
@@epicipodmodz I think people will be able to give you a more straightforward answer once you define some of the variables for them (which gym, which city, etc.). I think you can estimate it like this. Personal Training is a hustle business. If you are someone that has been characterized as a "hustler" or a "hard worker", you will excel in this field. For example, if you've ever had to hand out flyers at college for a school club, how successful were you? If you've ever played sports, what type of player were you? I think answering those for yourself will give you a good idea as to if you'll succeed. The fact of the matter is there are millions of trainers making a living right now so it's something that is being done.
Impressed by your interview skills, T. You directed the convo and had a great lineup of questions. I’m currently interested in this field as a part-time pursuit, so I particularly enjoyed hearing Jimmy’s advice about finding your niche. Please follow up with a video on San Francisco’s VR gym 🤖 I’d love to hear about their programs, a first-time user’s experience, and how they think their model is the future of physical fitness. All the Best! Subscribing for more content 💪🏻
How is the work life balance as a fitness trainer? It is important to me to maintain my freedom as well as make money. I quit my 9-5 because it felt like I lived at work rather than with my family.
Work life balance will depend on your time commitment to your work. I think personal training is actually well suited for work life balance because you can be extremely flexible with your schedule. Of course, like anything, what you put in is what you get out so I would weigh that into your decision if you want to become a personal trainer. Maybe looking into training at a corporate gym would be best for you since you would train clients from 9-5 just like a regular job.
Hey Antonio I would like to know how the American certifications like the NSSA, ACE are compared to Germany. We have an A- and a B-Certification over there. I’m just wondering if those certifications are considered as a high level (A-License) certification. Have a good one everybody 😄
I passed my test with NASM. It’s really insightful and helpful. The OPT model is hands down the best foundation that I could’ve received. Having said that, if you already have college education and know how to study on your own, I recommend just purchasing the book itself. Instead of doing the full course. If you have the money, go ahead and drop the $1500 like I did, but there are other options. Best of luck!
Start looking for where you want to work when you pass the test. Prepare to get started right away. I would even try and see if you can get your foot in the door before you pass just so it's seamless.
I also suggest just buy the book from like Amazon instead of buying all of the course information. Quizlet and Fitness Study Prep (FSP lets you select your certifying body) app have study modules. Just don't want until you have forgotten a lot of the information you've learned with your Kin degree. It's much easier to understand the information when you're fresh out of school.
Anyone got any tips for 1 on 1 football (soccer) coaching and how to get into it. I've tried searching it up and there aren't that many helpful videos or websites about this topic.
I would follow the business model for a private trainer. First, I would coach in a regular team with an organization behind it. I would climb the ladder to get the higher level players and then start picking the top recruits for personal sessions on improvement. Some may go on to play professionally and then you will be set for life as you can use those players for referrals and authority.
Deadlifting with a rounded UPPER back is perfectly acceptable and is a more advanced lifting technique. People throwing out a blanket statement of rounding your back on deadlift being dangerous are the kinds of people you SHOULDNT listen to. He probably thinks arching on bench is unhealthy too.
dont ever talk about ur income on youtube tv etc ur client should know better put u on the spot by asking u here as we trainers know this is mostly cash business
yeah money is important but iam here because at 36 i realized the secert to life is doing something you love, makes everything come together like a puzzle
A lot of trainers make below the poverty line type income and need a second job to make ends meet. The stress from the higher ups take sales or to afford the trainer's rent at a private studio makes a lot of people stop loving it. If you live in am area where hiring a trainer is normal and common, and people got money, then go for it. For most people though, you gotta get a normal job and then just train people for fun on the side.
This is so informative. I’m 31 and am tired of working for people. I’d legitimately love to be a personal trainer, as I also feel like the gym is my second home. I’ve been looking into this casually, but I might take a step further.
Come get certified with All American Sports Medicine.
Same. Done with all that. Need to balance out and do my own thing. Best wishes!
Look up Jonathan fitboss on UA-cam ! He will teach you how to start your own personal training business . Do not fall for these bs certs !!
Do it! You never know what might happen if you don't.
yo I think this DeltaTrainer thing could help, check it out at www.deltatrainer.fit/
Just starting my CPT with NASM. I'm searching for content just like this. Fantastic. Thank you SO much.
Thanks the video!! Taking my test this month. I’ve been putting off this test for a while as I’m nervous to fail but I can’t wait to start changing peoples lives for the better! Gotta get back to studying
howd it go and how is it going?
Love this!!!! I’m currently studying for my ACE personal trainer certification and a “newbie” trainer and this helps me decide on my first steps I should take! This is GOLD to me! Thank you!!!!! 💪💪💪
how'd it go?
Thank you so much for making this video! I’ve been racking my brain trying to find ways to mix my passion with a job/career and this insight was priceless. I feel now, that I have heard from a real person that isn’t found on some obscure forum that I don’t know if I should believe. Fantastic video!
This is a great video , my start date is coming up soon. Thank you!! 👊🏽💪🏽
I love this! Currently 19 years of age, I’m already training people locally In Orlando, Florida but I’m striving to become a certified personal trainer right now through ace Or NASM while going to school for a degree in kinesiology. The best field , can’t wait🗣
Be bless in your journey. I'm in Florida too and thinking about doing this.
This was very helpful/insightful video for me as an aspiring personal trainer. I have my ACE CPT exam set in 3 weeks!
@Andrew Mannett so I passed thankfully and am certified now. I did do an undergraduate degree in exercise science so it was much easier for me to understand the concepts. In general the wages are very subjective, you could make anywhere from 20 to 100 dollars an hour depending on your clientele and experience.
You got it
@Andrew Mannett The only way you'll get to find out what you'll make is to really get into the field and start working. There will be alot of work that will go unpaid in the beginning but will pay you back in the future.
Hey I think you'll find DeltaTrainer interesting, check it out at www.deltatrainer.fit/
How difficult was the exam?
Being a six figure $ trainer is NOT some justification that this guy is an authority. He works in SF. If he had six figures working in an area that can’t support paying $100-$200+/ hr, then sure.
Any real trainer would make it clear that as far as being a trainer, being a certified one is a must. Non-certified trainers not only can get people hurt, but they potentially give a negative reputation to the profession. But what certification you seek depends on your goals-do you want to work for yourself or for a gym? Gyms WILL care what certification you have. Otherwise, he’s correct that most clients won’t have any idea one way or the other.
He is right about how long it can take clients and how important it is to discover exactly what your niche is, but even more so (if you want to be independent), you need to discover who your ideal client is. Once you know who your ideal client is, discover their “pain point.” The pain point is the problem they have that you can help them with.
Agreed, but also working at a commercial gym won't let you make a lot of money unless you work in a big city with affluent people. In a small town with lower income people, gyms aren't gonna pay much. The local gyms here want certified trainers (although they also hire non certified ones. They just don't tell the public that) and pay the trainers $6 a client for 30 minute sessions
Awesome video! I'm already NASM AFAA group fitness certified instructor but the test was pretty hard so I'm thinking of going with ACE or ISSA to get my certified personal trainer next.
Thanks for the insight guys! 21 here and I'm gonna start studying for ACE soon. Wish me luck!
Good luck!!!!!
I feel like this is one of those fields where if you’re a go getter, you’ll do exceptionally well and if you’re a quiet introverted dude, you’ll never get anywhere
Very true. I started as an introvert naturally and the more experience I got, the more I’ve learned to be an extrovert and still learning!
@@Wholisticandy that’s wassup bro! 💪🏾
Tech can't replace real human connection.
Thank you for taking time to make this video, very helpful💪😎✌
Great video. Directed the interview extremely well, almost thought I was watching a fitness channel lol. aspiring to be a cpt, weightlifting/fitness is my passion
Fantastic interview! I loved the questions you asked, they provided alot of value. Great content, thanks man
The thing that really scares me is that compared to other fields like IT there is a lack of an organisation or company or individual that supports you or provides feedback on your performance once you finished your cert. Its sort of a market yourself juggle everything kinda thing. Its some of that stuff i heard from ppl that done it. And that flawed buisness model needs to change
This is a creative field that i love.
Great interview very inspirational thank you so much for sharing 🌹🌹🌹🌹
“Always remember that people buy trainers, not training” -Jonathan Goodman
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Great interview. I as well can't see Tech taking over 100% of the industry
Thanks!! We just made a new video with Jimmy. Let me know what you think of that one too 😃
amazing insights. more blessings, peace and prosperity to everyone!
This is hands down the best information on personal training
Thanks for this video! The information really helped me set goals on what I should do!
Heck yeah, Superdry is one of my favorite brands of clothing
Thanks for all the value in this video
So meny good tips in this love the video
Really great video! You should definitely do more of this kind of content :) I enjoyed it really informing
This ACE PT probably has made at most 200k at one stage when he was working balls to the wall. This man probably works 6-7 days per week and in excess of 60 hours per week. Don't let the correlation of the high dollar amount and the job title fool you. It is hard work and not "easy money". I thought I'd point this out there because of the title and feel like it wasn't really pointed out in the video. Not trying to put down the video, I thought it was a great interview and Jimmy sounds like he really is passionate about his work. I am currently studying for my ACE exam and will be aiming to revolutionize the way training happens in my own way. I think I am among the few that are studying at a college for this particular exam as I see a lot more people doing this Certification via online and on their own. I totally relate with Jimmy when I see those PT's that are there just to count and don't have their heart in on it or aren't client focused.
J McMahon Whether you do it online or at a campus, getting certified is a must to work as a PT. But to work in a gym is insane. Working for yourself is the way to go.
Tennek Trey do you have any advice or anywhere I can go to look more into doing it on your on instead of a gym?
@@epicipodmodz Gyms exist for a reason. They are an amazing funnel for your personal training business. If you can find a way to funnel people into a location that isn't a gym, that would totally work. I'm sure it'll take a little more effort but would be worth it when you don't have to pay commission.
Jimmy Shiba yeah I’ve actually done a bit of research since I posted that and it seems like working at the gym after cert is the way to go especially if you have no experience like me. Now my concerns are more focused towards if I’ll be able to make a sustainable living as a PT which not everyone has a straight forward answer to 😅
@@epicipodmodz I think people will be able to give you a more straightforward answer once you define some of the variables for them (which gym, which city, etc.). I think you can estimate it like this. Personal Training is a hustle business. If you are someone that has been characterized as a "hustler" or a "hard worker", you will excel in this field. For example, if you've ever had to hand out flyers at college for a school club, how successful were you? If you've ever played sports, what type of player were you? I think answering those for yourself will give you a good idea as to if you'll succeed. The fact of the matter is there are millions of trainers making a living right now so it's something that is being done.
Great video, got a ton of information from here. Thanks a lot.
You need to get certified
Thank You for this video T Antonio😀
Impressed by your interview skills, T. You directed the convo and had a great lineup of questions.
I’m currently interested in this field as a part-time pursuit, so I particularly enjoyed hearing Jimmy’s advice about finding your niche.
Please follow up with a video on San Francisco’s VR gym 🤖 I’d love to hear about their programs, a first-time user’s experience, and how they think their model is the future of physical fitness.
All the Best!
Subscribing for more content 💪🏻
Yeah, I’m still considering a VR gym video. Thanks for watching Nehemiah!
Right on! My pleasure 💪🏻
extremely helpful and informative video!
Really good video thank you
How is the work life balance as a fitness trainer? It is important to me to maintain my freedom as well as make money. I quit my 9-5 because it felt like I lived at work rather than with my family.
Work life balance will depend on your time commitment to your work. I think personal training is actually well suited for work life balance because you can be extremely flexible with your schedule. Of course, like anything, what you put in is what you get out so I would weigh that into your decision if you want to become a personal trainer. Maybe looking into training at a corporate gym would be best for you since you would train clients from 9-5 just like a regular job.
Hey Antonio
I would like to know how the American certifications like the NSSA, ACE are compared to Germany. We have an A- and a B-Certification over there. I’m just wondering if those certifications are considered as a high level (A-License) certification.
Have a good one everybody 😄
I just got my bachelors degree in kinesiology, planning to get NASM certified and become a trainer. Any advice for me ?
Good luck man
Good luck bro
I passed my test with NASM. It’s really insightful and helpful. The OPT model is hands down the best foundation that I could’ve received. Having said that, if you already have college education and know how to study on your own, I recommend just purchasing the book itself. Instead of doing the full course. If you have the money, go ahead and drop the $1500 like I did, but there are other options. Best of luck!
Start looking for where you want to work when you pass the test. Prepare to get started right away. I would even try and see if you can get your foot in the door before you pass just so it's seamless.
I also suggest just buy the book from like Amazon instead of buying all of the course information. Quizlet and Fitness Study Prep (FSP lets you select your certifying body) app have study modules. Just don't want until you have forgotten a lot of the information you've learned with your Kin degree. It's much easier to understand the information when you're fresh out of school.
Great video. Very informative
Great video!
Jimmy is hella cute, okay now i am gonna try and listen to the video
Very Helpful, Thanks a lot
Nice tips guys
Helpful tnx
Anyone got any tips for 1 on 1 football (soccer) coaching and how to get into it. I've tried searching it up and there aren't that many helpful videos or websites about this topic.
I would follow the business model for a private trainer. First, I would coach in a regular team with an organization behind it. I would climb the ladder to get the higher level players and then start picking the top recruits for personal sessions on improvement. Some may go on to play professionally and then you will be set for life as you can use those players for referrals and authority.
Go to sports management worldwide. They'll have a online soccer course
good one!
Very helpful
I honestly didn't think they make that much money!
Some do, many don't. I know several people who make over 100k training full time.
Thanks for the interesting video.
Deadlifting with a rounded UPPER back is perfectly acceptable and is a more advanced lifting technique. People throwing out a blanket statement of rounding your back on deadlift being dangerous are the kinds of people you SHOULDNT listen to. He probably thinks arching on bench is unhealthy too.
Lol thoracic extension is a healthy position for most lifts because not only it promotes good posture, it can reduce back problems.
Your an idiot haha, go do a deadlift with a rounded back and then let me know how you feel the next day
dont ever talk about ur income on youtube tv etc ur client should know better put u on the spot by asking u here as we trainers know this is mostly cash business
So is it better to spend 3 years study prosnal trainer or just study for few months... Idk what I do
A . D you should be able to just study a few months to pass the exam.
@@builtbyjimmyso it's the same
Can you still become a certified trainer if you have had legal issues in the past?
Like what kind of legal issue
Dui specifically
Yeah you're good
Hahah
Do i need work visa for getting part job in a canadian gym as an international student? Plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz reply sis
If you want to work you definitely need work visa
*cough* rounded back isn't necessarily bad
Upper back rounding isnt bad, lower is.
Good lord, stop with the hand clapping.
Very helpful