Prince
Board Sponsor
Some people reading this are going to laugh and nod their heads in agreement, and then there are going to be others who will want me dead for my opinion. I’m cool with both. Because it’s time we had a discussion on whether or not personal training certifications are a scam or not.
Personal training certifications are everywhere. You’ve got organizations like NASM, ACE, ISSA, and NSCA, all claiming to be the gold standard. They make it seem like if you don’t have their piece of paper, you’re not a real trainer or educated enough to be working with clients.
Honestly, I find it hilarious.
But let’s be real for a second — does having a personal training certification automatically make you a great trainer? Absolutely not.