The KIPS Podcast

You quickly understand that there is no blueprint for a successful fitness consultation and that no client has the same health history as another. In most entry-level personal trainer certification courses, a special populations chapter covers the basics of working with a client with a chronic disease or illness. There is so much more that goes into working with clients who are goi

The career of a personal trainer is more complex than described in marketing materials or what you see in the movies. In truth, it’s a tough grind of early and late morning sessions to get your rhythm down as a new certified personal trainer. On top of that, if you cannot build a client list in the first few months, you will most likely be looking for a new career. Over the next

Active agers, or those 55+, looking to live a healthier, more active lifestyle, are not only one of the most available demographics in a gym environment but are also most likely able to afford services like personal training. For personal trainers looking to build a career and grow a client list, specializing in training active agers can be rewarding and a cornerstone of your train

Entering the fitness industry as a new personal trainer or group exercise instructor can be an exciting opportunity with many benefits. However, it’s not a smooth path, as popular fitness education companies often portray in marketing campaigns. According to American Spa (2019), “the industry has an annual personal trainer turnover rate of 80 percent.” Before the realities of

“Aqua fitness allows multiple demographics to train in the same environment with the same equipment.” What’s Ahead Perception of Aqua Fitness Evolution of Aqua Fitness Where to Start? The evolution of aqua fitness is a trend that personal trainers and fitness instructors should immediately look to add to their programming. Aqua Fitness is no longer just for the active

Foot care has evolved over the last few years to more than just taking off your shoes while exercising. A building from the ground-up approach can benefit your client's program and provide them with cues that connect them more with each exercise. Emily Splichal, DPM, shares her advice on footwear while training in the gym, integrating sensory training, and shares how personal t

As a fitness professional, you always look for ways to add more hours to your schedule. If you’re a personal trainer, adding more clients is a way to increase your chances of sustaining a career within this industry. So what if there was an “untapped” workout format that your clients would enjoy and you could quickly become the go-to instructor for? Training clients in the po

The reality of sustaining a career as a certified personal trainer is harsh and can be an eye-opening experience for some. The marketing for this industry is often presented as an all-smile and a great way to follow your passion. Still, it’s a profession that entails non-traditional work hours, nonstop hustling, and often getting out of your comfort zone. Not to deter anyone from

Social media platforms update, and the content emphasized by each platform changes almost bi-yearly. One of the biggest mistakes fit pros make with social media is spending time creating content that worked 10-15 years ago. Audiences want to be entertained, and each social media platform has developed tools to enhance content creation. In this episode of the KIPS Podcast, Tyler Val

The sensation of completing your personal training certification is truly gratifying. Having invested in an education package, you have acquired a certification that opens doors to employment opportunities in the field of personal training. However, after six months of working at a gym, it becomes evident that the reality of being a personal trainer is more challenging than the ent