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What Should Your Resting Heart Rate Be? Insights for Personal Trainers
Jemma Walsh

What Should Your Resting Heart Rate Be? Insights for Personal Trainers

Alright, let’s talk about something that’s literally at the heart of fitness—your resting heart rate (RHR). As personal trainers, we’re all about the numbers: reps, weights, macros, PBs, and yes,...
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What’s a Normal Cardio Heart Rate? A Guide for Personal Trainers
Jemma Walsh

What’s a Normal Cardio Heart Rate? A Guide for Personal Trainers

Alright, personal trainers, let's talk heart rates. Specifically, what the heck is a normal cardio heart rate? Because if you’re anything like me, you’ve had at least one client who thinks sprint...
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Freelance vs. Employee Personal Trainers: Which Is Better for You?
Jemma Walsh

Freelance vs. Employee Personal Trainers: Which Is Better for You?

So, you've got your shiny new personal training qualification, (or if you’re looking to undertake one make sure to check us out!) you have a head full of fitness knowledge, and a burning desire t...
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Great Paying Personal Training Jobs with No Prior Experience
Jemma Walsh

Great Paying Personal Training Jobs with No Prior Experience

So, you’re thinking about getting into personal training, but there’s just one tiny little thing stopping you—you have absolutely zero experience. Like, none. Zilch. Maybe you love working out, may...
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Freelance Personal Training: Pros, Cons & How to Succeed
Jonathan Buffard

Freelance Personal Training: Pros, Cons & How to Succeed

Freelance Trainer Jobs – Pros and Cons of Freelancing as a Personal Trainer Freelancing as a personal trainer offers flexibility, independence, and the ability to be your own boss. However, it also...
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Music and Workouts: How Personal Trainers Can Create the Perfect Playlist
Jemma Walsh

Music and Workouts: How Personal Trainers Can Create the Perfect Playlist

Let’s be real—there’s nothing worse than hitting the gym, getting ready to smash a workout, and then... silence. Or worse, someone else's questionable taste in music (yes, I’m looking at you, guy b...
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How Many Calories Should I Eat a Day? A Guide to Counting Calories
Jonathan Buffard

How Many Calories Should I Eat a Day? A Guide to Counting Calories

How many calories should you eat in a day? This guide breaks down how many calories you should eat per day based on various factors, including age, activity level, and fitness goals. We’ll also explore common calorie-related questions and provide expert-backed recommendations to help you optimize your nutrition.

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Personal Training: An Easy but Well-Paying Job?
Jemma Walsh

Personal Training: An Easy but Well-Paying Job?

Ah, personal training. The job where you get paid to look good in gym gear, shout at people to squat lower, and post sweaty selfies with your clients on Instagram. Sounds like one of those "easy ...
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Pilates vs. Personal Trainer Certification: Which Path is Right for You?
Jemma Walsh

Pilates vs. Personal Trainer Certification: Which Path is Right for You?

So, you're thinking about taking your passion for fitness to the next level, but you’re stuck wondering: should I go for a Pilates certification or get my personal trainer certification? Well, let ...
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Starting a New Career as a Personal Trainer at 50
Jemma Walsh

Starting a New Career as a Personal Trainer at 50

So, you’ve hit the big 5-0, and suddenly, there’s this nagging thought: “Is this what I really want to do for the rest of my working life?” Maybe you’re staring at another endless email chain, trud...
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How much to charge for a personal training class
Jonathan Buffard

How much to charge for a personal training class

Are you looking to see how much to charge your clients for a personal training class? Then this article will tell you everything about it.  Assessing Personal Training Session Costs Across the UK ...
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Here is why you are not too old to be a personal trainer
Jonathan Buffard

Here is why you are not too old to be a personal trainer

Chronological age in the fitness industry does not determine one’s ability to guide others in their physical health goals.  According to the Financial Times, there has been an increasing demand for...
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