Personal

Trainer

Grade 12Anthony Morolda

Job Description Coach others on

how to achieve a certain level of fitness in relation to their body type.

Transform body by changing workout routine as well as diet.

Exam lifestyle of patient and base workout regime off of that.

Mentor client on living a longer and healthier life.

Coach Teach clients the

basic understanding body

Show clients the workouts that help each body part

Explain the correct technique

Explain how to change body

Transform Guide client through

workouts each day Showing them the

basics of gym fitness

Increase workout and weight to push client

Exam Study outside

lifestyle Healthy diet Activity level Study progress as

workout increases

Have a healthy Heart!

Mentor Explain benefits of

workout Show how fitness

can help live longer

Characteristics of Personal trainer Enthusiastic Outgoing Hard worker Good Listener Patience Knowledgeable Personable

Certifications ACE

ACSM (CPT)

AFPA

NSCA

Work Environment Health ClubsFitness centersHospitalsCountry Clubs

Work Schedule Full time Part time Week, Weekend,

Nights, or Holidays Travel to other

gyms or homes

Advancement in field Open own business and run their own

fitness center Fitness director or general manager Advance to head trainer

› Responsible for hiring and overseeing the personal training staff

› Masters degree usually required

Importance of Certification Identification of legitimate trainer

Choosing an organization Is it accredited? Is it national or

university based? Cost? Location? Does it require

seminars or workshops?

Prerequisites for Certification 18+ years Minimum High

school Diploma CPR certification Associates/

Bachelors degree› Kinesiology› Physical education› Exercise Science

Annual Salary Median wage

› $34,000 Lowest 10%

› $17,000 Highest 10%

› $63,400

Overall Goals of Personal Training

Increase energy Cardiovascular Health Increase libido Increase strength Reduce stress and anxiety Improve coordination Enhance Immunity

Common Workouts Bicep Curls Triceps Extensions Squats Bench Press Military Press Crunches

Military Press

SquatsBench Press

REMEMBER TO BE HEALTHY AND STAY FIT