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The Future of Personal Training: Where is the Industry Headed?

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In this article, renowned fitness expert Brandi Binkley provides an overview of the personal training industry; including where it was, where it is, and where it is going.

Personal trainers Professional Development

The Safest and Riskiest Forms of Resistance Training

April 29, 2026by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT

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This PTQ article reviews the research comparing injury rates across major resistance training styles and ranks them from the safest to the riskiest and provides practical recommendations to improve training safety. Visit NSCA online to learn more about bodybuilding and strength training strategies.

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Building and Growing an Efficient and Scalable Online Training Biz

May 7, 2018by Jonathan Goodman, CSCS

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Jonathan Goodman—the creator of the largest collaborative blog for personal trainers—explains why online personal training is so popular today, and how to use online training to grow your business and generate more freedom as a personal trainer. Originally seen as a session at the NSCA 2015 Personal Trainers Conference.

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Tara De Leon - NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Season 7 Episode 4

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Meet Tara De Leon, a former collegiate strength and conditioning coach who now works as a personal trainer in Edgewater, MD. De Leon shares insight with NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, and episode co-host, NSCA Personal Training Program Manager, Blake Brightwell, on alternate routes for strength and conditioning coaches through personal training, group fitness, and private sector coaching. This episode discusses the “coaching identity” as it exists and impacts coaches’ beliefs across various stages of professional development. With the growth of the strength and conditioning field, De Leon challenges us to expand our thinking and perceptions around personal training, while holding true to our values and expertise as coaches. Regardless of your current role in the profession, learn more about how the NSCA can help you grow your career. You can connect with Tara on Instagram: @tara_de_leon_fitness or tara@edgewaterfit.com | Find Eric on Instagram: @ericmcmahoncscs or Twitter: @ericmcmahoncscs

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Considerations for Transitioning to Online Personal Training

August 14, 2021by Robert Linkul, MS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA

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The purpose of this article is to provide the reader some direction and suggestions for how to make the transition to online personal training smooth and successful.

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To “Cardio” or Not to “Cardio?” That Is the Question: A Brief Review of Concurrent Training

September 2, 2026by Ronald Snarr, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, TSAC-F,*D, Michelle Eisenman, MS, Olivia Pellish, Vishwa Parikh, MS, and Maricella Maldonado

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This PTQ article reviews scientific literature on concurrent training and examines whether combining aerobic and resistance exercise has meaningful impacts on performance. Visit the NSCA online to read more about personal training.

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Implementation of HIIT Sessions to Maintain Physical Preparedness during Military Deployments

September 6, 2024by Nathan Schuliger, and Justin Kilian, PHD, CSCS,*D

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This article discusses how high-intensity interval training may be an effective metabolic training method for soldiers trying to maintain physical preparedness during deployment.

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Rethinking Heavy Barbell Training – Injury Risk vs. Necessity in Non-Powerlifting Populations

September 16, 2026by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT

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This article analyzes heavy barbell lifting, load management, injury risk, and practical evidence-based programming recommendations. Visit NSCA online to read more about weightlifting and injury prevention

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Determination of Resistance Training Frequency

May 22, 2018by NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Second Edition

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Factors such as the types of exercises used, the number of muscle groups trained per session, the structure of the program, and the client’s training status and overall fitness level dictate training frequency.

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