IS A NUTRITION CERTIFICATION WORTH IT? | precision nutrition level 1

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Hey everybody! Today I'm giving you my honest thoughts on is a nutrition certification worth it and my overall opinion on the Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certification. I also give you a few of my biggest takeaways from the course as well as my top tips as a nutrition coach. Let me know if you have any questions about the certification below!
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[@cuniestrada]

The part about mastering the basics before over-complicating things! That is a conclusion I came to just today. Recently I had been looking into using MFP primarily as a tool to just get an idea of my intake. Well, that lasted all of one day. LOL! It’s especially difficult for me because I don’t do the cooking and would have to set aside time to dissect all that is being cooked. So I took at step back to take a look at common sense things that I still have to work on and decided that I’m going to get a grip on that first and see where I land. I can revisit calorie and macro counting later. A valuable lesson for anyone trying to get a handle on their nutrition. Thank you for another great video!

[@JustinaErcole]

LOVE THIS! Good on you for realizing that MFP simply wasn't the best option for you :)

[@JustSheilz]

Nice! I wish these types of courses had been around when I was a young adult.

[@JustinaErcole]

Honestly same! I had no idea how to feed myself in my 20s.

[@frankquinn6872]

Another great video Justina. I really enjoyed doing my Pn1 certification - I really value the holistic approach it takes to nutrition. The easiest way to spot someone who is Pn1 qualified? You use the word “biopsychosocial” and are not met with a blank stare!(when you know, you know 😉)

[@JustinaErcole]

Ha! That's definitely a great test. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts Frank!

[@mollyesmoi]

Congratulations on your certification Justina! If only my courses I have to take for my field was as chill and approachable as PN :P

[@JustinaErcole]

It’s soooo nice to be able to learn in a chill setting

[@sallwagray508]

This was so interesting! I’d love to join the course, not even to become a nutrition coach but just to nerd out at all the info and spot the dad jokes👀

[@JustinaErcole]

The dad jokes are A+

[@Soaring_Seajay]

First of all, I love your videos Justine, so thank you for putting them out! This course looks super interesting and I’m going to look more into it. I am a small business owner but am not into it (Amazon seller) and am actually selling my business. I want to do something that helps others physically and mentally. Perhaps becoming a coach of some sort, but I am worried about how to market myself and actually get clients (and make money lol). If you or anyone reading this could offer some suggestions on how to get started or things to research I’d really appreciate it. If I’m going to do courses, I’d like to do ones that are actually well-respected like this one, not like some random IG course from some fitness model or something weird like that, lol. Thanks 😊

[@JustinaErcole]

Hey! They actually talk a lot about the business and marketing sides of things as well in the final unit. And upon completion, you can join the PN Coach Facebook group where people are always sharing ideas. I'd also recommend checking out the free resources from Vanessa Lau and Sunny Lenarduzzi to learn more about business and marketing. Hope that helps!

[@Soaring_Seajay]

@@JustinaErcole Thank you 😊

[@whitedaisy5003]

Always a great video from our Justina! I have a random question here, you have talked about push/pull workout, but what it is? And some example of the workout? I'm a bit confused 😅 would love to see a video about it!! P/s: sorry for my english, not a native speaker 😌

[@JustinaErcole]

So push means you’re using muscles that push (triceps, chest, quads, etc) and pull means muscles that pull (hamstrings, back, biceps, etc). Hope that helps!

[@ginalepore]

That was a great video! II hope PN knows how valuable this is. You kind of sold me on the program. Good to know the writers have a sense of humor and I like that they convey key concepts and emphasize those over deep science, but offer both. I have been considering this certification so decided to do some research. So glad I did. Are you able to share anything about cost? Seems they keep that info somewhat hidden - perhaps until the time of enrollment, but it's a factor in my decision-making, so curious.

[@JustinaErcole]

So glad you enjoyed! This is absolutely one of my favorite certs. The pricing is at the bottom of their page for each cert by the way. The L1 is about $1000 if you join the wait list. www.precisionnutrition.com/nutrition-certification-level-1-presale-list

[@emilyesnyman]

I'd love to do this course! Thanks for sharing with us :) Now I just need to save up some money😉😂

[@JustinaErcole]

Oh yeah it's definitely an investment. But WELL worth the price tag :)

[@LJDS1979]

I was looking into CNC through NASM, but after watching this and your previous video on NASM bundles, definitely gonna look into this! Thank you

[@JustinaErcole]

NASM’s CNC was also very good!

[@LJDS1979]

@JustinaErcole Nope, too late lol. Jk 😁 . In all seriousness, thankfully PN offers the self study option. Otherwise the next cohort doesn't begin until March!

[@JustinaErcole]

haha well you made a great choice!@@LJDS1979

[@LJDS1979]

@@JustinaErcole Thanks! Here I go down the rabbit hole lol!!

[@LJDS1979]

@JustinaErcole Whew, just finished chapter 8! OMG so much science haha.

[@simaruby306]

Hi thank you so much for all the valuable information between Precision Nutrition, NCI and Nasm, I only want to take one which do you recommend thanks so much.

[@AndiGurl]

Thank you for this video! I've been on the fence for this course. Seems like a great investment not only for my health but for a career path change.

[@JustinaErcole]

It’s an incredible course! Can’t recommend it enough :)

[@suhasalameh2145]

The amount of happiness when you post a video is ridiculous! 😅 Now the question, is it a good idea to take this course just for my personal level, not as a coach? I mean would it benefit me managing myself and my family’s nutrition needs?

[@JustinaErcole]

I know people who have done that!

[@jaymoreno20]

Hi Justina! I love your videos. I’ve been looking into learning and getting more knowledge on nutrition. I was looking to start with NASM. But from your experience which program you would recommend I should start with first?

[@JustinaErcole]

NASM has a great cert, but I think Precision is better from both a learning and coaching standpoint. Just my opinion though!

[@jaymoreno20]

Thank you 😊 🙏🏼

[@kerriattaway5815]

Did you do the "expert guided" version or the "self guided"? Any thoughts on why you would do one over the other? IS there adequate "business coaching" in the self guided? I see that as maybe the plus of doing the Expert guided but also is it necessary??

[@ericastover5948]

This was extremely helpful. I’m a group fitness instructor and have been thinking about getting a nutrition certification later on. With so many options out there it’s hard to tell what the good ones are! How does the cost compare to other programs?

[@JustinaErcole]

Hey Erica! The only other nutrition certification I'm very knowledgable about is the NASM CNC and the price is about the same. Hope that helps!

[@esinparker9188]

Hi Justina, thank you for the video. Very helpful. Just one question - do you know whether I can operate in UK if I complete the program? I mean as a nutrition coach?

[@JustinaErcole]

Not sure! I'm in the US so I'm unfamiliar with laws in your country.

[@thehigherupz2259]

I am enrolled with Issa on a bundle plan but I have 2 more days to decide if I want to continue or commit. In your opinion would you go with precision nutrition if your sole focus is health coaching and nutritionist? Or would you stay with ISSA? They have me bundled with nutritionist, coaching, aed/cpr exam , personal trainer and 1 other thing. Even though I’m not looking to be a personal trainer

[@JustinaErcole]

Hey! Unfortunately I know nothing about ISSA so I can’t weigh in here. But PN was absolutely worth it!

[@melissagibson29]

I have been back and forth about registering for PN during their current enrollment, but I may have to wait. 😩 Do you get to try their SSR cert too? 😉 Would love to do that one as well.

[@JustinaErcole]

Nope! This is the only one I have from them. But I’ve heard great things!

[@muchlovebymel]

I've been heavily eyeing Precision Nutrition. I purchased ACE Fitness Nutrition last year and kind of kicked myself because shortly after ACE added PN Level 1 to their offers.

[@JustinaErcole]

I still highly recommend! I've done the NASM CNC and still did PN L1 after :)

[@muchlovebymel]

@@JustinaErcole Good to know! I honestly love all of the content PN puts out so once I have the extra money I'll likely invest in it!

[@danica5235]

a little random but, can you make a video about working out on your period? some people have told me that it's bad for you, others that it's good for cramps, but is there a more scientific reasoning? thank uu

[@JustinaErcole]

If I'm being honest, I'm sooooo unknowledgeable about this. Check out GGS (Girls Gone Strong) though because they've talked about this in depth multiple times!

[@thedanceshack16]

This is such a vast topic... all certificates are not created equally

[@JustinaErcole]

Sure. But Precision is one of the most respected.

[@simaruby306]

I'm asking because I know you took the NCI originally and took Precision after

[@JustinaErcole]

Hey! I actually did the NASM CNC before PN. I think both are great but I would recommend PN :)

[@narashikamaru0]

When they send textbooks ? Do they call me to get the exact location ? And can you do a detailed video on how to use the website ?

[@JustinaErcole]

Hey! When you purchase, you’ll be able to enter your mailing address. And unfortunately I can’t show you inside the course online since that’s their IP and what you’d be paying for. But it’s very easy to navigate!

[@narashikamaru0]

@Justina Ercole yes i already purchase the course yesterday it starts 3rd of April ... is it only videos that we have to study ?

[@jenmessier2195]

So I am NASM certified.... What are the differences between NASM and Precision?

[@JustinaErcole]

They're very similar, but I felt that Precision gives you better coaching tools.

[@jenmessier2195]

@@JustinaErcole Great thank you!

[@chantaldobson713]

I wana do a nutrition course. I find it very interesting

[@JustinaErcole]

This is the gold standard!

[@chantaldobson713]

@@JustinaErcole thank you 😊!

[@sunnysaha3866]

Can you tell me how much does it cost approx?

[@JustinaErcole]

I think ~$1200 if I remember. But they have discounts for early registration and payment plans.

[@bueevil501]

This certification has an expiration date or it is a one time investment?

[@JustinaErcole]

Like most credible certs, you have to renew every 2 years to hold onto the title.

[@bueevil501]

@@JustinaErcole what's the renewal fee of Pn? Also why's the Ace fitness nutrition certification cost is low compared to Nasm and Pn nutrition certification?

[@AllThingsShun]

I was considering this certification, but their customer service is absolutely horrible!

[@JustinaErcole]

I'm sorry you had a bad experience! This is honestly the first time I've heard this complaint.

[@AllThingsShun]

@@JustinaErcole My full situation/issue is on a google review about the situation I had. It’s unfortunate because I’ve read a lot of good reviews about them, but some of the reviews are sponsored so they are biased.

[@locmegorgeous8916]

@@AllThingsShun Did you ever finish?

[@AllThingsShun]

@@locmegorgeous8916 No. After complaining they finally refunded me and didn’t even apologize for their mistake.

[@BB-ux5wd]

Do you have a bachelor's degree or just certified ?

[@JustinaErcole]

I have a BA in Theater 😜

[@BB-ux5wd]

@@JustinaErcole that’s great . I was just wondering because I want to get a certificate but I’m not sure if I should get a degree as well ?

[@merrypippinfrodosam]

Yeahhhhh it's not ok to do that :( you can't actually do anything meaningful with nutrition if you're not an RD. It's against the law

[@JustinaErcole]

Teaching people how to build sustainable habits isn’t meaningful? I would love to hear more about how you think Precision Nutrition is breaking the law.

[@dawncarrasco8320]

. RD have suggested some horrible products. They are not all great for sure.

[@Surprisebaby]

do i need a degree or anything to do this course and use it in the real world? like if i take these classes can i help people?

[@JustinaErcole]

No formal degree needed!