How to Find a Job in the Fitness Industry
A fitness worker can fit many different descriptions. Fitness workers may be weight management consultants, personal trainers and group fitness instructors. Fitness workers often have specific areas of expertise, such as yoga. They may work with large groups of clients or one-on-one with individuals. To find a job in the fitness industry, make yourself more likely to be hired by completing higher education.
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Obtain a bachelor's degree in exercise science, fitness management or a similar field. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, fitness workers with a bachelor's degree are more likely to be hired.
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Become certified by a fitness training organization. While certification is not necessarily required to work in the field, many employers will only hire certified fitness workers. Most organizations who certify fitness workers, such as the American Council on Exercise, require applicants to have a current CPR certificate.
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Polish your resume. Your school's department of career services can help you with resume skills. Highlight the benefits you can provide to your employer and your fitness clients, such as expertise in nutrition, lifestyle modification or instructional techniques.
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Visit local gyms with copies of your resume. Ask if they're looking for a fitness worker with knowledge of your area of expertise. Mention any special skills you have, such as proficiency with pilates, yoga or martial arts instruction.
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Search online job boards for fitness worker want ads. Post your resume with those job boards. Look through job boards with a broad scope, such as Monster.com, as well as specialty job boards, such as GymJob.com.
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Consider starting your own fitness business. Some clients who would like to work with a personal trainer or a weight management consultant prefer to do so in the privacy of their home, rather than a crowded gym. Advertise for your business by placing ads in local newspapers and online classifieds.
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