Extremely valid content. I am 33 years old and started my PT career as a full time this year in a big box commercial gym. It has been a huge learning experience and I completely agree with all your points @sorta healthy. I am leaving this job for a more stable job. I love to teach people exercise but it is true it is a high pressure, stressful job. I am happy I have got this experience but it has also taught me that this job is not a good full time option , especially a commercial gym. There are quotas, shifts and lots of other PT. I was depressed , sad and lost all my enthusiasm. Thank you for your content. I wish I had gone through this content before I joined but the instability, poor money , immense pressure and lots of competition have made me realize that I can pursue it part time but this is certainly not suited for me full time. Regards .
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Great comment! Thanks for sharing! There’s no shame in making that move. We’ve all debated it at one point or another. Good luck in your new career! I hope you stay training part time in some capacity since you definitely have a passion for some parts of it!
@thomasjameswilliamson52252 жыл бұрын
I had a similar experience in a big-box gym (in the UK). Unpaid hours (15 per week), too many other PT's and not enough support from the management in helping to build your business. I don't think that type of gym suited me. Too loud and busy. I prefer slightly quieter gyms where you can get to know people a bit better. I do like working in a gym (which I have done for 6 years), so I have now taken some contracted gym instructor hours elsewhere (30 hours a week) and then PT'ing part time (aiming for 4-5 clients per week, I have 2 at the moment).
@madhavnambiar15632 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sir, I tried my level best learning about sales and working on my PT skills but I am very raw and in a country where I am an expat, the quota is very high at the gym and market is pretty dead. The new Personal Trainers who joined are all struggling to do 40 sessions a month , a figure which is really low. The fact that clients who renew are far in between. The other during the pandemic don't want to invest in PT , as it is an additional cost. All I can say is I have learned immensely about life. How Other trainers can make you feel like crap, how asking questions and learning from another is concerned a weakness and how the best in the business are always ready to help young talent. I have just put in my papers today and all my clients want to renew and said that I have changed thier lives. I am happy I could add that value, but for now I will continue training myself and learning about fitness, maybe train friends and family as a side hustle
@madhavnambiar15632 жыл бұрын
@@thomasjameswilliamson5225 thanks Thomas, the industry is brutal to start with and has no standards. I still don't know who is a good PT because I have seen some really knowledgeable PT have shit personalities and some PT stand like bouncers , either way this job should have an internship for one to get better at it. I would work with the best PT s to see how good they are. Thanks bro for sharing your thoughts and experiences.
@bennylush2 ай бұрын
Some good points here. I'm 15 years into my PT "career" the one point that hit home that isn't talked about much is the respect or lack of rather. I used to be an accountant apart from the "you must be boring" comments I still garnered respect from people. Personal trainers are generally seen as less intelligent and not really doing a real job. So much so that I dislike walking around in my PT clothes outside of the gym. Someone once said if you are over 30 and you wear a name tag you have failed at life.
@ptcodex2 жыл бұрын
This video is spot on for the reality of personal training as a job. Theres alot of satisfaction helping people but end of the day it comes with alot of sacrifice to the trainer. Salute to all the trainers out there making the world a better place! ✌
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and well said!
@iamdancer2 жыл бұрын
I can do a video why 9 to 5 office job is horrible in so many ways. Still seems like this sucks less
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
It definitely sucks less in many ways! That’s why I still do it!
@925fitness72 жыл бұрын
Just passed my CPT exam 3 days ago and I am excited to get into the field. I've been watching your videos over the last few months and want to thank you for putting out all of this information!
@925fitness72 жыл бұрын
P.S. the video did not scare me off 😂
@jdmfan21702 жыл бұрын
Im in the same situation this video however is off-putting but its the reality
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear! Congrats! It’s still a great field to be a part of of!
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Ya it’s the reality but it’s still a great field and I’m happy that I made it into a career. Despite the hardships it’s still a great thing for many!
@pchiethegreat12 жыл бұрын
Started PT 2 years ago. Currently running my own business within a commercial gym in Sydney, Australia and loving every second of it. Who says you can’t earn a decent amount doing this line of work?! I’m earning very well. It’s all about having a good business model.
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
It sounds like you’re doing awesome! That’s great! You definitely can do very well as a trainer. All I said was the large majority of trainers don’t reach that point. While running your business do you still do a lot of training clients?
@pchiethegreat12 жыл бұрын
@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation So true, whatbyou said. It’s just such a cut throat industry. I’m not gonna lie and say I never questioned what I was doing to the point of having severe imposter syndrome at one point. But its all about perseverance, I suppose. Yes, absolutely. I’m doing 40-45 sessions a week. I’m in the process of hiring my first trainer under my wing too! Any advice?
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
It’s definitely all about perseverance! I still do about 40 sessions give or take. I’m hoping to reduce the amount significantly over the next year. Things are stressful but good! I’ve hired a good few trainers over the years and it sounds harsh but the best advice I ever got was hire slow and fire fast. If someone isn’t a good fit you’ll have to figure that out quick. If you find or mentor someone who’s doing well, do just about everything in your power to keep them. Good help is hard to find.
@pchiethegreat12 жыл бұрын
@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Thanks for the tip! Will definitely try my best to hire the right fit.
@789quicky2 жыл бұрын
All valid points. Personally I feel lucky to have this line of work. Money isn't great but it's rewarding and beats being stuck in an office 9 to 5 BIG TIME
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
All true and all good points!
@connorsutton87452 жыл бұрын
Great and helpful video. If you want to do more algorithm feeding "negative" videos taking inspiration from this one, something like "The 5 most difficult PT problem clients, and how to deal with them" would be very helpful
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great topic idea! I try to keep it positive for the most part but sometimes a little negativity can be helpful too lol
@pontefit44472 жыл бұрын
For me that I’ve only had really physical jobs personal training it’s super chill in comparison. Not to mention that if I’m feeling tired I can grab a yoga ball and sit down while I’m watching form, doing notes etc
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
I hear you! It’s definitely not nearly as physical as some things! I usually appreciate the physical aspect of the job tbh. It’s only when certain injuries get in the way that I don’t appreciate that aspect.
@pontefit44472 жыл бұрын
@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation I’m agree, I’ve just got a appendix removal and I been out 2 weeks, maybe in a office job that wouldn’t be the case
@RealWorldAIP2 жыл бұрын
Rescheduling!!!!! I give handouts on the rescheduling policy (do it in person at beginning of session or talk to front desk) to each new client and still I’m getting texts on my days off, before work, after work about rescheduling. I give my number out to help with nutrition or workout questions, I CARE, I’m there for them but the rescheduling makes me want to individually rip every single hair out of my head one at a time.
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Lol I know exactly what you mean! Well said!
@mariahhockaday70112 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this! I know all of these points but it is good to hear from another trainer the struggles we face. Just keep grinding.
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Keep grinding is 100% right!
@GOINPOSTAL1985 Жыл бұрын
New trainer here. Dealing with a knee injury which limits the depth of my squats...Definitely concerned with how potential clients will see that...
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Жыл бұрын
I think you should be ok! Just let clients know about it ahead of time and have a way to show them proper form for moves
@riffcrypt84383 ай бұрын
I'm so damn hyped. Just got hired for a great career. GOODBYE PERSONAL TRAINING! Training and coaching isn't a real career. It just isn't. Even if you run your own business. Good luck keeping sales leads flowing, especially if (like the overwhelming majority of trainers) you don't have extensive sales experience. Add in the other factors like low wages and inconsistent income, yeah all set. Don't let the statistical anomalies trick you.
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 ай бұрын
Haha well first off let me say that I’m happy that you found something that you like better. That’s what life is all about. Training can definitely be a real career though. It’s definitely not the easiest path but it can be a good one for some.
@NicoleNahed2 жыл бұрын
I definitely face the long hours! Has it helped having other trainers at the studio?
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
The long hours are tough! It’s definitely helped a lot! Our hours are becoming significantly more manageable after bringing in some more helping hands
@henrituhola Жыл бұрын
This video got no subtitles. Thankfully you've got graphics going along with it.
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Жыл бұрын
Hmm not sure why that’s going on but thanks for letting me know!
@Ngan.marianguyen11 ай бұрын
I agree w everything until "respect". A lot of people gave me that "wow" face when i said i was a pt. Especially for guys, being a pt as a girl was a guy magnet 😁😁
@Ngan.marianguyen11 ай бұрын
Everything u said in that beside this is spot on my gosh. I feel so validated for leaving this job🥹
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation10 ай бұрын
I hear what you’re saying! Are you leaving training for a different type of job?
@Ngan.marianguyen10 ай бұрын
@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation yes. I cant stand spending 8h inside a gym everyday (loud noises + loud music) + bad management and lack of team work. I'm pursuing something else now
@steve00alt702 жыл бұрын
If a client is really difficult to work with like isnt bothered or abusing then you have the right to terminate your service to them. Its great to get a legal person to handle the contracts too it will save you in the long run.
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
All very true!
@thomasarillotta6518 Жыл бұрын
3/5/23 Viewing and learning; loved it!
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support!
@mariannebuchel2882 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha this is fucking awesome, I´ll be sipping my tea while watching. Thanks for great content!
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Lol tea works too! Thanks for the support!
@maximospanagis41542 жыл бұрын
Hello I recently started my personal training career working with 2 of my friends as clients. I have a huge concern about that the value I provide in a session will dramatically decrease as I teach my clients the correct form and the basics of training and nutrition. Any suggestions for keeping the value high as the sessions go by. I would really appreciate answering to my comment. Great work btw keep it up!
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Good question! I think many trainers misunderstand what training really is until they’re in the trenches doing it. The main thing you’ll offer your clients is accountability. They’ll have an appointment time, and someone waiting for them to start their exercise for the day. It’s the most valuable thing you offer because it’s what gets people to actually show up and exercise. All of the other things you do, form correction, exercise knowledge, etc, don’t matter quite as much as your ability to hold people accountable. This is why you’ll always be booked up as a trainer if you’re good at the job and have put in a little time.
@JD-hu3dg2 жыл бұрын
Love this one!
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Thanks JD!
@teamrgvbodybuilding17722 жыл бұрын
Great video
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your support!
@iworkout8137 Жыл бұрын
Luckily none of it seemed that bad to me 😂
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation Жыл бұрын
In that case I think it’s the right job/career for you! I agree though, the pros outweigh the cons for me too.
@dustinlines21812 жыл бұрын
If you want to be a personal trainer you have to be honest about where it is that you live and if it suitable to do so. I moved to a place that is very affluent, where people don't bat an eye at 100$+ for an hour with a good trainer. As much as I love helping people in this profession I'm not sure I could or would even attempt to do so in many other places. People may also explore virtual training or doing outside group classes at a monthly rate if you live in an area that doesn't command a high hourly rate for trainers. I wouldn't suggest killing yourself for 12$ an hour for a big box gym just to pimp you out.
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
I agree with this almost 100%! I think starting out at a gym is still worth it for the experience even though the pay is lower.
@abbiasante2 жыл бұрын
Cute dogs 🐶🥰
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jdmfan21702 жыл бұрын
Your telling this to me now smh
@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation2 жыл бұрын
I hear you, it can be a bummer sometimes! Did you find any part of the video surprising?
@jdmfan21702 жыл бұрын
@@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation How difficult it is to make full-time income.