Ch. 2 The Personal Training Profession

How often does an NASM Certified Personal Trainer need to renew their certification?

2 years

What statement best describes the main benefit for establishing a brand identity?

A brand identity establishes a top-of-mind presence.

What statement best describes a mid-market health club?

A health club that provides all the features of low-cost clubs and additional amenities like higher-end locker rooms, snack and supplement sales, and group fitness workouts included in the price of membership

Mac, an NASM-CPT, has been working as a personal trainer at a health club for almost 3 years. He has consistently received positive job evaluations, making him eligible for a promotion. What opportunity would be the most appropriate to pursue, given his experience?

Fitness Manager

What term describes the process of building a relationship based on communication and trust?

Rappaport

When working in a health club, what piece of equipment would it be essential to know the location of?

The AED, in case the personal trainer will need to perform CPR on a health club member

What is the purpose of a professional personal training certification?

To ensure that individual job candidates can demonstrate the ability to perform the tasks required for this job category

What is something that allows a fitness professional to stand out from others in featuring their services?

Unique Selling point

Roderick, an NASM-CPT, has submitted his application to be a personal trainer through the website of a large health club company. What will provide the best opportunity to get noticed by the hiring manager?

Wearing a suit and tie to the health club to drop off a resume with the hiring manager and complete an application in person

Dan, an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, completed what he felt was a very successful interview with the hiring manager at a top fitness studio. What is the best course of action if Dan is interested in moving on to the next phase of the interview process?

Writing a handwritten note to thank the hiring manager for the opportunity to interview for the job