Most personal trainers, especially those employed by big-box gyms, have earned a certification such as ACE-CPT, NASM-CPT, or NCSA-CPT. (“CPT” stands for Certified Personal Trainer.) ...

Certification options: Not only can you get your Personal Trainer Certification, they also offer many industry-specific certifications, several of which require a bachelor’s degree.

William Coker is regional director of personal training at Crunch, where the personal trainers are ranked in five levels, depending on their certifications, experience and education.

Last year, I got a personal training certification to round out my knowledge and ensure I can be even more of a know-it-all when I write about fitness for you guys. Since so many people are ...

The global personal fitness trainer market was worth about $41.8 billion in 2023, and market research firm Future Market Insights predicts it will soar to $65.5 billion by 2033.