Fitness Training
Training individuals to stay fit and healthy or helping them to come out of a physical ailment is called fitness training. One who is involved in providing education with the help of physical activities is called a Fitness Trainer. These professionals are fitness freaks and demonstrate techniques, observe participants, and explain the right methods of improving health and well being.
Role Desciption
Fitness trainers lead the exercise groups at health clubs, exercise studios, and other facilities. These professionals are responsible for demonstrating the correct exercise form and the appropriate use of equipment. They instruct students on weight training and developing a flexible body. A fitness trainer needs to maintain equipment and keep records as well. They also work towards increasing the membership of a gym or a club they are associated with. These professionals also help experienced athletes to sharpen their skills, provide the knowledge related to skills and rules of particular sports and assist athletes in developing their potential. Also they advice about health style and issues, develop training programs and improve the performance and endurance of an athlete.
Eligibility
- 10 + 2 in any stream (participation in sports is preferred)
- P.E or B.P.Ed integrated course 1-3 years or 3-4 years/ Graduation in field of Human Anatomy
- Certificate courses in fitness/M.Ph.Ed. for 2 years
Significant Statistics
- Interest in sports is highly preferred
- Minimum 45%-55% is required in 10+2 for admission to colleges
- Minimum age limit for admission is 17 years
Pros/Cons
Pros
- This profession allows individuals to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Meeting people on daily basis is a part of the job
- Working at gyms offers flexible timings and less working hours
Cons
- Satisfying the needs of the clients demands a lot of determination
- In the beginning remunerations are not very high
- Not a highly respected profession in India
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Fitness Trainer
Fitness instructors are involved in using combination of exercises like aerobics, weightlifting, kickboxing, yoga, etc. to help individuals achieve their fitness goals. These trainers may find work at various settings like hotels, gyms, fitness centers, cruise liners, tourist resorts, etc.
4.0LPA
Personal Trainer
Personal trainers are responsible for working with individuals on one-to-one basis and they can work at Gyms or they can also provide training at the clients’ residence.
3.0LPA
Aerobics Trainer
Aerobics trainers work within groups where exercises like muscle conditioning, stretching and aerobics are being taught and these professionals work at gyms, clubs or their own studios.
3.0LPA
Sports Trainer
Sports trainers are focused on coaching athletes on one-to-one basis or in group and they are responsible for instructing, organizing, training and leading athletes in sports. They also keep a check on the progress and diet of the athletes.
5.0LPA
Yoga and Naturopathy Trainer
Trainers under this field perform tasks like providing coaching related to yoga techniques for the well-being of individuals. As yoga is being accepted globally as one of the best methods to stay fit, yoga instructors are high in demand.
6.0LPA
Fitness Teacher
Post graduate fitness trainers are eligible to teach at various educational institutes.
5.0LPA
Clinical Exercise Expert
Clinical Exercise experts can be seen working with the patients and assisting them in recovering from physical ailments and injuries. They work in hospitals and rehabilitation centers and other social organizations.
8.0LPA
Wellness Coach
Wellness coaches help clients achieve holistic well-being by addressing physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors
7.0LPA
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Hotels ,
Education Department ,
Fitness Centres ,
Police units ,
Fire units ,
Health Departments ,
Psychological Department ,
Nutrition Department ,
Occupational Therapy Department .
Recruiters
Universities and Colleges ,
Health Department of India ,
Gold’s Gym ,
Gymkhana Clubs ,
Talwalkars ,
Radisson Hotels ,
Marriott ,
Hyatt ,
Government Schools ,
Private Schools ,
Burn Gym ,
Anytime Fitness .
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Recruitment Area
Hotels ,
Education Department ,
Fitness Centres ,
Police units ,
Fire units ,
Health Departments ,
Psychological Department ,
Nutrition Department ,
Occupational Therapy Department .
Recruiters
Universities and Colleges ,
Health Department of India ,
Gold’s Gym ,
Gymkhana Clubs ,
Talwalkars ,
Radisson Hotels ,
Marriott ,
Hyatt ,
Government Schools ,
Private Schools ,
Burn Gym ,
Anytime Fitness .
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