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The Experience Is Just as Important as the Results—Building a Successful Fitness Business Beyond Exercise
July 1, 2015
To build a successful business and reputation, personal trainers must do more than get their clients physical results; they must also create a positive experience. That experience must be inviting, engaging, and consistent if personal trainers want to make a real impact on their community and bottom line.
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A SWOT Analysis of the Scope of Practice for Personal Trainers
January 1, 2014
Optimize quality of care and mitigate potential litigation in your personal training practice through a clear understanding of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) of personal training.
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From Successful Trainer to Gym Owner—9 Steps to Open Your First Facility: Part 3
October 29, 2018
In the final stage of the gym opening process everything starts to feel very real. Once a location has been chosen, the next steps are to negotiate and sign a lease, create an opening timeline, and plan the grand opening event for the facility.
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From the Field – The Journey to Building a Sports Performance Facility: From Head Trainer to Business Owner
December 11, 2025
This PTQ article shares a real-world story to give inspiration and practical advice on creating your own sport performance business. Visit NSCA online to read more on athletic performance and professional development.
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Professional Paperwork and More—Suggestions for Protecting Yourself as a Certified Personal Trainer
October 1, 2015
Every client should participate in a 20 – 30 min initial interview and consultation prior to participating in any physical activity. This process allows the personal trainer and client time to complete the strategy session form, physical activity readiness questionnaire (PAR-Q), professional liability form, and trainer-client agreement.
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Choosing the Right Certification
The steps on this page will help you select the right certification that fits your career goals.
Opening Your Own Training Facility
July 28, 2014
The NSCA provides career-focused benefit videos designed to help members gain expert insight, knowledge and tips to help further their careers.
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Understanding Risk Management as a Fitness Professional
June 1, 2017
There's risk in every business, but fitness professionals can often face higher risk than most. While personal trainer insurance can offer solid protection, fitness professionals can best protect themselves by understanding the fundamentals of risk management as they apply within the realm of sports and fitness. In this article, global insurance firm Integro Entertainment & Sports offers tips on how to best protect yourself and your business, defines common insurance terms, and provides an overview to understanding insurance conditions.
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Facility Design Considerations for Tactical Populations
July 21, 2023
This article explains the specific considerations of building a tactical training space and how to maximize the potential of the dedicated space by having a stable of equipment that reflects the needs of the audience.
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