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pittsburgh414 · 05-13-2009, 02:59 PM

Hi. I'm brand new to the site. I'm looking into getting my PT certification and wondering if I should go for it.

I have worked in the fitness world for about five years now. First just as a part time employee to help with day to day things and sales, and then the last three years I have done strictly sales for a high end wellness center.

I feel that I do have a lot of knowledge about just how a gym runs, the membes, etc. I work out everyday myself and compete in fitness/fitness model competitions.

So........now I'm really considering doing the training side.

Is this a bad time to get into the business with the economy? I know from my last job (where I was laid off) that membership sales are WAY down.

Or should I use this time to get the materials and study the PT info for an exam??? Just wanted some help/advice/opinions.

Thanks.

05-13-2009, 02:59 PM	#1 (permalink)
pittsburgh414 Junior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 1	Go for it?? Hi. I'm brand new to the site. I'm looking into getting my PT certification and wondering if I should go for it. I have worked in the fitness world for about five years now. First just as a part time employee to help with day to day things and sales, and then the last three years I have done strictly sales for a high end wellness center. I feel that I do have a lot of knowledge about just how a gym runs, the membes, etc. I work out everyday myself and compete in fitness/fitness model competitions. So........now I'm really considering doing the training side. Is this a bad time to get into the business with the economy? I know from my last job (where I was laid off) that membership sales are WAY down. Or should I use this time to get the materials and study the PT info for an exam??? Just wanted some help/advice/opinions. Thanks.