Certifications

You are already hooked on fitness. Perhaps you live in the gym – literally. You are a motivator and love to help people. Okay, let’s face it; you want to become a certified personal fitness trainer. But first, you must know the answer to this pressing question: How long does it take to become a  personal trainer? Weeks? Months? Years? Upon reading this article, you will learn the following: Given …

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If the question, “What personal training certification should I get” sounds familiar, you are probably contemplating, or researching – or both. Today, let’s talk about the NSCA-CPT. The National Strength & Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer Program (NSCA-CPT), a non-profit organization founded in 1978, is an NCCA accredited fitness training certification program. Its headquarters is …

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The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) are two of the top NCCA accredited certified personal trainer (CPT) certifications and are widely accepted for exercise professionals fitness industry, especially in the United States. If your goal is to be a career personal trainer you should strongly consider either …

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The American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer certification (ACSM CPT) is one of the fitness industry’s leading NCCA accredited certifications for personal trainers. In this article, we critically review the content, test prep materials, and exam for the ACSM personal training certification based on the following criteria: Whether you are a first-time trainer …

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Welcome to the Trainer Academy  NCSF CPT review. The National Council on Strength and Fitness certified personal trainer fitness certification is a top NCCA accredited personal trainer certification, even though it is less well known than some other certifications. Based on our combined experience with over a dozen fitness certifications, we will break down the following: Let’s get into it! [toc] The NCSF personal training certification covers …

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Here at Trainer Academy, we love providing insight and resources on the most tried and trusted certifications out there. On top of the classic personal training certifications, many specialist certifications go deeper into different aspects of fitness coaching. If you feel overwhelmed by how many different certifications are out there, fear not! In this article, …

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When it comes to the best nutrition certification programs, the Precision Nutrition Certifications are at the top of the list for fitness professionals. In this nutrition certification review, we’re going to take a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of this famous nutrition course and help you decide if Precision Nutrition is the right …

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Hello, and welcome to Trainer Academy’s best strength and conditioning certifications shootout. In this article, we’re going to put the spotlight on 5 of our favorite strength training certifications and provide some insight into what they can offer you as a trainer. This will include a breakdown of the best strength and conditioning certifications process, …

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There are many options for Group Fitness Certifications on the market, and as such, it can be challenging to choose the right certification for your own Scenario. This article will provide some insight into determining the top Group Training Certifications and how you can get involved with the right credentials. We will be highlighting the …

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Hello, and welcome to the Trainer Academy NASM vs. NSCA comparison article. Today we’re going to introduce you to the personal trainer certifications offered by both by offering a contrasting view of what each brings to the table. These two certifying agencies are considered a gold standard in the fitness world and have a legacy …

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