Which personal trainer certification is best for you? We created this essential quiz to help you choose the perfect certification for YOU based on your goals, learning style, and more. 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 … Read more
Are you wondering whether an exercise science degree is right for your career? Or perhaps you already have an exercise science degree and wondering about the next steps? Fear not! In this article, we cover the following topics related to a bachelor of science degrees in exercise science: By the time you finish reaching, you … Read more
Hello everybody, and welcome to the Trainer Academy online personal training strategy guide. In this article, we aren’t really going to introduce fitness newbies to the PT business; instead, we’re aiming this at established coaches and fitness pros, providing insight on how to start an online personal training business. If you are a certified online … Read more
Which Fitness certification is best for you? We created this essential quiz to help you choose the perfect certification for YOU based on your goals, learning style, and more. If you feel overwhelmed by the many types of fitness certifications, this article is for you. You can become certified in personal training, nutrition, group fitness, … Read more
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Which strength and conditioning certification is best for you? We created this essential quiz to help you choose the perfect certification for YOU based on your goals, learning style, and more. Hello, and welcome to International Personal Trainer Academy’s best strength and conditioning certifications breakdown. In this article, we’re going to highlight 5 of our … Read more
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The NASM certification focuses on programming and corrective exercise with its OPT (Optimum Performance Training) model while the NSCA CSCS certification focuses more on strength and conditioning and athletic performance. Both certifications are accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Let’s find out which one you should go with. NASM, NSCA, or Other? … Read more
Which health coach certification is best for you? We created this essential quiz to help you choose the perfect certification for YOU based on your goals, learning style, and more. Hey everybody, and welcome to our Trainer Academy Best Health Coach Certificate comparison article. In this article, we’re going to take a look at seven … Read more
The ISSA certification focuses on optimizing adaptation to exercise, training athletes, and peak performance whereas the ACE certification focuses on developing healthy habits and the psychology of health behavior change. Both certifications are accredited by the NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies), which most employees require for employment. Let’s see which one is the best … Read more
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Our MVP enrollments are backed by a Pass Guarantee. Complete our program and we assure you'll pass your ISSA CPT exam. Should you not, we'll refund your entire payment and cover the $99 exam retake fee with The International Sports Sciences Association.
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Our MVP enrollments are backed by a Pass Guarantee. Complete our program and we assure you'll pass your NASM CNC exam. Should you not, we'll refund your entire payment and cover the $199 exam retake fee with the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
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Our MVP enrollments are backed by a Pass Guarantee. Complete our program and we assure you'll pass your NSCA CSCS exam. Should you not, we'll refund your entire payment and cover the $250 - $475 (whether you fail one or both sections) exam retake fee with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
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