Shielding Yourself from Legal Liability
It’s an unfortunate fact that working in the fitness industry can put you at legal risk. Whether you own a facility, manage one or merely work with clients, you could find yourself in the crosshairs of a lawsuit — or worse. Respondeat superior For instance, did you know that facility managers can be held liable […]
2024 Songs of the Summer, as Workouts
School may be back in session across much of the United States, but summer temps are still going strong and we’re not letting go of those upbeat sounds of the season. If you follow the music charts or like to scroll TikTok you’ve certainly heard these songs that many are touting as the official “songs […]
Upholding Standards: Why Open-Book Exams Fall Short in Professional Certification
In the ongoing effort to position exercise professionals as part of the health care continuum, maintaining professionalism is paramount. As an industry, we must be hold steadfastly to the ideal of professionalism if exercise professionals (e.g., personal trainers, exercise physiologists, strength and conditioning coaches, clinical exercise physiologists) are to earn the respect of established health […]
Continuing Education for Professional Growth
As the associate vice president of certification and credentialing at ACSM, one area I am most passionate about is supporting ACSM’s exercise professionals in navigating their career goals. I have had the distinct pleasure of connecting with numerous stakeholders across the spectrum of the exercise profession: students starting their careers in the exercise sciences, professors […]
Key Things to Consider Before Signing a Lease for Your Fitness Business
An early spring storm was raging outside, but my cardio hip hop class was pumping on a Thursday evening. The class was just hitting its stride when one of my regulars motioned to me, and I saw that she was dripping, not just from sweat, but from what was now becoming a fairly steady stream […]
Traditional vs. Roth IRA: Which Is Better for Sports Medicine Professionals?
Ever found yourself painfully stuck between two choices? Having an internal debate, weighing each option over and over? You think, “It’s only been a few minutes, right?” And then you look at your phone. It’s 3 a.m. Great. I’ve been there. Many times. If you’re a sports medicine pro, you’ve probably juggled countless decisions, from […]
The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Financial Advisor for Sports Medicine Professionals
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and stressed when it comes to your finances? You’re not alone. As a sports medicine professional, you’re no stranger to the ups and downs of the industry. Frequent injuries and hectic schedules can make your job incredibly demanding. Even stressful. But there’s one thing that shouldn’t keep you up […]
Stepping up Your Fitness Career: From Frontline to Management
When enthusiastic fitness professionals get certified as either a personal trainer, group exercise instructor and/or exercise physiologist, they are usually eager to get started helping others with their health and fitness goals. While many fitness professionals knew they wanted to be in this field from high school or college, others decided to change career paths […]
It Works to Network for Fitness Professionals
We hear the phrase “It’s not what you know, but who you know.” This couldn’t be any truer when we’re talking about networking. I’m Dane Robinson, certified fitness professional, TV fitness coach and ACSM Health & Fitness Summit presenter. If you want to take your career further and faster, it’s all about networking. And here […]
Tips for Inclusive Hiring Practices
In October, we celebrated National Disability Employment Month. We examined how far we have come as an industry and how far we still must go to ensure equal access for people with a disability in our field, particularly in our hiring practices. Inclusion in any space is not a one-time effort. It should be embedded in […]