anybody in here a personal trainer?

[Kenny Croxdale]

Hypochondria's Dilusion.

My students in LA and the San Diego make way over 100k a year.

Okay, so the formula is take your classes and move to LA or San Diego. Glad you spelled that out.

So, name "MY students" that are making $100,000 a year and validate that information. That should be too hard, right?

Let me guess, for some reason you are NOT be able to do that.

Oh and, "Because I said so", isn't validation.

As exphys88 states, "...Most will not make that much money doing it."

Kenny Croxdale

 

[hypo_glycemic]

Okay, so the formula is take your classes and move to LA or San Diego. Glad you spelled that out.

So, name "MY students" that are making $100,000 a year and validate that information. That should be too hard, right?

Let me guess, for some reason you are NOT be able to do that.

Oh and, "Because I said so", isn't validation.

As exphys88 states, "...Most will not make that much money doing it."

Kenny Croxdale

Doing this for 26 years!

I've seen your post errrr pasted google rants. You're not funny. Plus, you have no idea what you're talking about half the time you're trying to prove someone wrong! You're a skinny little cross fit guy.. Right?

I remember you argued with me- or started an argument- about leg extensions. About how they're a waste of time and you get insertion into the quad without them?

That's when I new you were the head bro of the "bro science club" and had not a clue about training-- THEN saw your pictures, so maybe find a noob to argue or ask to post names of my students. You cornball . Man, it's people like you Cox that put that dumb in dumbass!!! Merry Christmas from NASM

 

[Kenny Croxdale]

Doing this for 26 years!

Good for you. I've been doing it longer.

You're a skinny little cross fit guy.. Right?

You're wrong again. You need really need to do your homework.

THEN saw your pictures,

Evidently, you didn't see my picture. I am not skinny nor a Cross Fit guy.

However, we are all still interested in your plan on taking your classes, moving to LA or San Diego and making $100,000 a year.

Sign me up!

And thanks for all the testimonials from your $100,000 students on "Making $100,000 a year. That's easy."

We are all so blessed that you are here to guide us to the promised land.

Do you sell Amway, too?

You're buddy, Kenny.

 

[hypo_glycemic]

^ lmao

 

[hypo_glycemic]

I saw a pic you threw up a few months ago Mr Somalia

 

[Kenny Croxdale]

I saw a pic you threw up a few months ago Mr Somalia

I never posted a picture.

However, if you send me $10, I can mail you an 8 X 10 one.

...or maybe you can apply it to your "How to make $100K" classes.

Your buddy...Kenny

 

[hypo_glycemic]

^ Btw, when I recently owned a gym, my fitness manager for two clubs netted 95k in his second fiscal year. It's really not that uncommon for trainers to make that much if you're in shape, know your shit, and live in a fitness populated area! I did it for over a decade. You seem to be really negative drinking a that Kenny Koolaid. I'll put my knowledge up against you anytime.,...

Run along...........

 

[Kenny Croxdale]

^ Btw, when I recently owned a gym, my fitness manager for two clubs netted 95k in his second fiscal year.

Great. Then that make is even easier to you valadate that information for all of us.

I look forward to reviewing it.

Kenny Croxdale

 

[hypo_glycemic]

Merry Christmas Kenny

 

[Nok]

gawd dayum. wtf just happend

 

[Kenny Croxdale]

gawd dayum. wtf just happend

LOL. It did get a little out of hand. What I hate are individuals like hypo that over exaggerate things. Then when you ask them to presnt information to back up their statements, they dance around it by trying to change the subject.

As exphys88 states, "...Most will not make that much money doing it." And exphys88 works is the most educated and qualified on this board. He present thing in a objective manner.

In presenting information on a subject, you need to be able to back it up with reseach or some type of data. Most of my post, do that.

ACE is a good place to start. My college minor was in Exercise Physiology. I ended up going back and picking up another 18 college hours. I got my National Strength and Conditioning "Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist" certification.

I have worked part time as a Personal Trainer and Strength Coach. I have written/co-written five magazine article on strength training.

I have been a guest speaker at strength training seminars. Currently hold powerlifting state records.

You can find most of this information on line by googling me.

I have worked on commercial fitness equipment sales for 15 years. I worked in the LA area for 5 years.

Making $100K even in LA isn't that easy.

I read you bio. Wow, I am impressed with what you had to over come. Glad to see you where you are and are going.

Sorry to derail your thread.

Kenny Croxdale

 

[BlueJayMuscle]

what would be the ideal "next move" for someone who is ace certified then? More certifications yeah but which?

NASM? ACSA? NCSF? NSCA?

And by next move i mean to reach the goal of, not necessarily just making money, but commanding respect and a demand for your services in the fitness industry.

Thanks in advance

 

[hypo_glycemic]

LOL. It did get a little out of hand. What I hate are individuals like hypo that over exaggerate things. Then when you ask them to presnt information to back up their statements, they dance around it by trying to change the subject.

As exphys88 states, "...Most will not make that much money doing it." And exphys88 works is the most educated and qualified on this board. He present thing in a objective manner.

In presenting information on a subject, you need to be able to back it up with reseach or some type of data. Most of my post, do that.

ACE is a good place to start. My college minor was in Exercise Physiology. I ended up going back and picking up another 18 college hours. I got my National Strength and Conditioning "Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist" certification.

I have worked part time as a Personal Trainer and Strength Coach. I have written/co-written five magazine article on strength training.

I have been a guest speaker at strength training seminars. Currently hold powerlifting state records.

You can find most of this information on line by googling me.

I have worked on commercial fitness equipment sales for 15 years. I worked in the LA area for 5 years.

Making $100K even in LA isn't that easy.

I read you bio. Wow, I am impressed with what you had to over come. Glad to see you where you are and are going.

Sorry to derail your thread.

Kenny Croxdale

 

[Nok]

Really it all comes down to the fact that this is a passion of mine, being in the gym is one of the things in life that makes me really happy.

While yes, money is of course important, of it were all that mattered i would have obviously chosen a different career path.

That being said, thank you everyone for the extent of information you have all provided in numerous different directions. Arguments and debates are healthy afterall.

 

[Nok]

what would be the ideal "next move" for someone who is ace certified then? More certifications yeah but which?

NASM? ACSA? NCSF? NSCA?

And by next move i mean to reach the goal of, not necessarily just making money, but commanding respect and a demand for your services in the fitness industry.

Thanks in advance

I think it depends on which direction you want to go with your career.

I plan to do PT while i put myself thru college and obtain a degree in dietetics/nutrition.

And while in college i think i will try to get as many other certs as possible, maybe the other three that ACE provides to begin with??

 

[exphys88]

what would be the ideal "next move" for someone who is ace certified then? More certifications yeah but which?

NASM? ACSA? NCSF? NSCA?

And by next move i mean to reach the goal of, not necessarily just making money, but commanding respect and a demand for your services in the fitness industry.

Thanks in advance

If you're looking to go the clinical/fitness testing/cardiac route go for acsm, if you are looking for strength/sports conditioning, go nsca.

The nsca "certified strength and conditioning specialist" cert is the gold standard for university strength and conditioning coaches.

Acsm "clinical exercise physiologist" is the gold standard for those that work in clinical settings like cardiac rehab or perform vo2 max and cardiac stress testing.

 

[BlueJayMuscle]

If you're looking to go the clinical/fitness testing/cardiac route go for acsm, if you are looking for strength/sports conditioning, go nsca.

The nsca "certified strength and conditioning specialist" cert is the gold standard for university strength and conditioning coaches.

Thanks exphys. Is it worth it to get NSCA-CPT before CSCS?

My apologies for kind of jacking this thread but I feel it's relevant. Let me know if you disagree

And as far as nutrition certifications... I don't even really know where to start.. Suggestions?

 

[Nok]

You good man. All this info helps me too

 

[bevans100fitness]

Agreed. Ace is good if you want the piece of paper but not very educationally informative.

Also, should've put this up before you bought that stuff i wouldve sold you all of it for 100.

 

[bevans100fitness]

If you already know your shit and want the quickest path to working ACE is good.

My advice: Audio study guides. If you memorize those 2 hours of audio study guides (mostly what inensities and durations ACE recommends) you can forget all the anatomy and actual training stuff.
(This is terrible when I'm honest it sounds like an anti-ACE compaign)

AUDIO STUDY GUIDES=the key. They test on 60% of what is mentioned in the audio guide and less than 1% of the massive texts.

 

[exphys88]

Thanks exphys. Is it worth it to get NSCA-CPT before CSCS?

My apologies for kind of jacking this thread but I feel it's relevant. Let me know if you disagree

And as far as nutrition certifications... I don't even really know where to start.. Suggestions?

Yes, cpt is the place to start and the cscs requires a degree in exercise physiology or a related field. it's not something most guys can just study for, you have to have a good education in human physiology.

 

[BlueJayMuscle]

I have my bachelors in biology from one of the best research universities in America. So is it worth it to get cpt before CSCS or should I go for it? Just curious as to your opinion

 

[exphys88]

I have my bachelors in biology from one of the best research universities in America. So is it worth it to get cpt before CSCS or should I go for it? Just curious as to your opinion

If you can pass the test, I'd say go for the cscs. you'll be very well respected anywhere you go, especially if you're looking to do strength and conditioning type of stuff.

 

[BlueJayMuscle]

thanks for your help.

 

[Gayle]

anyone in here a personal trainer

i'm currently studying to get my ACE personal trainer certification.

just dropped like $700 on textbooks, study material, some dvds, exam voucher, etc...

wondering if anyone can give me any advice as i enter into this idustry??

I have been a personal trainer for 10 years and got qualified through the ACSM. I chose them because I knew I wanted to work outside of the US and their qualification is international. I have worked in Sydney and London and have always had good feedback about ACSM. However, I think that its natural to worry about which qualification you're doing when you start out, but as you'll find, there are far more important things that will mould your career such as your additional CPD courses you choose to follow and the experience you gain along the way. I remember when I got a job in Sydney the gym that employed me were far more interested about the courses I hade done recently in BioSignature Modulation and TRX Training than about my ACSM. They told me that none of their other trainers had these skills and I think that was what got me the job! So I think your ACE will be fine. Remember this is just the first qualification you'll gain, and as your career progresses you'll no doubt gain many more useful skills and training.

 

[Nok]

I have been a personal trainer for 10 years and got qualified through the ACSM. I chose them because I knew I wanted to work outside of the US and their qualification is international. I have worked in Sydney and London and have always had good feedback about ACSM. However, I think that its natural to worry about which qualification you're doing when you start out, but as you'll find, there are far more important things that will mould your career such as your additional CPD courses you choose to follow and the experience you gain along the way. I remember when I got a job in Sydney the gym that employed me were far more interested about the courses I hade done recently in BioSignature Modulation and TRX Training than about my ACSM. They told me that none of their other trainers had these skills and I think that was what got me the job! So I think your ACE will be fine. Remember this is just the first qualification you'll gain, and as your career progresses you'll no doubt gain many more useful skills and training.

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