Fitness Career

From beloved performance expert, executive coach, and coauthor of Peak Performance Steve Magness comes a radical rethinking of how we perceive toughness and what it means to achieve our high ambitions in the face of hard things.

In their first-ever jointly authored book, Michael and Nancy Brown share the inspiring, practical, and humorous story of their own journey from obesity to vibrant health. If you want to break free from the stronghold of food and discover a wonderful new way of life, this book will tell you the way.

For more than two decades, legendary trainer Tim Grover has taken the greats - Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and hundreds of relentless competitors in sports, business, and every walk of life - and made them greater. Now, he reveals what it takes to achieve total mental and physical dominance, showing you how to be relentless and achieve whatever you desire.

Now in a revised, expanded, and upgraded edition, Ignite the Fire is the highly practical approach to personal training already relied on by thousands of trainers worldwide. Repeatedly called one of the "best books for personal trainers", it provides a clear road map teaching you how to become a personal trainer, to getting a personal trainer certification, to building your career from the bottom up so you can build a clientele, your reputation, and income.

"Train Like Lee Haney: A Comprehensive Guide to Bodybuilding Success" is an insightful and comprehensive exploration of the philosophies and methodologies of Lee Haney, one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. This book delves deep into Haney's unique approach to bodybuilding, offering readers a chance to learn from his extensive experience and unparalleled success in the sport. The book is structured into detailed chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Haney’s approach to bodybuilding. From his well-rounded training philosophies, which emphasize a balance of intense ...

These affirmations are great to listen to before bed, first thing in the morning, on a coffee break, at the beach, or any time you need a daily dose of inspiration! By listening to these affirmations, we are bombarding our subconscious minds with powerful, positive statements that will move us towards our goals automatically. In essence, by listening to these affirmations over and over, we are actually reprogramming our mental computer to achieve more health, more wealth, more love, and more happiness right now!

If you work as a trainer, nutritionist, functional-medicine doctor, group instructor, rehab specialist, or health coach - or you eventually want to - this step-by-step guide will help you turn your passion for health and fitness into work you find joy in, your clients into raving fans, and your career into something powerful, meaningful, and change-making.

Gary Vaynerchuk's personal trainers explain how you can enjoy your favorite foods without guilt while losing weight, getting stronger, and improving your health.

I’m missing out on my life. What’s wrong with me? If that’s ever crossed your mind, and if you know there’s more to life than what you’ve been living, this audiobook is for you. It sucks to acknowledge that you are what’s keeping you from the life you want. You sacrifice what you want most for what you want in the moment. You know everything you’re supposed to do, and yet you feel stuck - limited by your past, overwhelmed by your future - in a purgatory of your own behavior.

Tabitha Brown's path to stardom was a long and winding one. For years she pursued acting while raising a family and dealing with undiagnosed chronic autoimmune pain. Before she became vegan, her condition made her believe she wouldn't live to see forty. Now she's one of the most popular personalities in the world, with millions of followers on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook whom she inspires to live and eat well with her blend of homespun wisdom and delicious home cooking. With her relatable personality and health struggles, Tabitha connects with a good story and gentle hand.

You are about to discover how to achieve a lifestyle you have always wanted and create a new, stronger version of yourself. You see, it's always a lack of emotional fitness and low self-esteem that are the reasons why even smart, competent and talented people are not able to achieve a satisfying life, a life that should easily be possible for them.

Travis Macy has summited glacial peaks in the French Alps, rappelled into limestone caves in China, and raced through parched deserts in Utah. In 2013 he famously won the Leadman Series, a combination of nearly 300 miles of high-altitude trail running and mountain biking over the course of five epic endurance races. Macy achieved all of these victories without elite professional training or even exceptional strength, speed, or flexibility.

Lou Ferrigno didn’t just build muscle—he built a legacy out of silence, discipline, and sheer force of will. Train Like Lou Ferrigno is the unflinching, brutally direct biography of one of the most iconic bodybuilders and cultural figures of the last fifty years. From a childhood marked by profound hearing loss and bullying, to the green-skinned superstardom of The Incredible Hulk, to training routines that redefined dedication, Ferrigno’s story is one of relentless forward motion. This book strips away the gloss and dives deep into the raw details of Ferrigno’s rise—from cement-...

Sought-after speaker and writer Rabbi Daniel Lapin delivers an inspiring and insightful discussion of how to bring joy and confidence to all of life's many challenges. Rabbi Lapin introduces you to his unique 5F system, weaving together family, faith, finance, friendship, and fitness. He demonstrates how to organize your life so that you're not neglecting one area to achieve success and connection in another.

Originally published in 2016, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga immediately became the essential resource for those looking to start or maintain a successful career in yoga. Since then, the landscape has changed. Online yoga and social media are now a crucial part of most teachers' repertoires. Yoga teachers also face broad cultural shifts, an evolving environmental crisis, and resulting anxiety among students, all of which bring fresh challenges to their leadership and teaching abilities.

Coaching Rules covers the six biggest obstacles you’ll face when pursuing success in the strength and fitness profession: complacency, egotism, poor communication, lack of connection, overcomplication and client attrition. To a young coach, this book will be a sturdy platform to begin your new career. The seasoned coach will find subtle reminders, fresh perspectives and reassurance that you’re not alone.

What makes some people continue to eat when they are not hungry? Why are they unable to stick to a diet despite warnings from doctors and their own understanding of health and nutrition? Most people are familiar with the concept of alcoholism and drug addiction, but the idea that certain foods and quantities of foods can be addictive is only slowly gaining acceptance. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is for anyone who wants to learn more about food addiction and the solution offered by Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA).

There’s so much more to teaching yoga than doing yoga - from building a relationship with a studio (or opening your own) to navigating client relationships, publicizing classes, and avoiding burnout. Sage Rountree has been training yoga teachers for over a decade, and she’s heard the same concerns over and over: How can I help my students best? How can I keep my teaching fresh? How can I make smart choices around my schedule, my money, and the next steps in my career? The Professional Yoga Teacher’s Handbook speaks directly to these concerns in a warm, friendly voice.

"Conquer the ISSA-CFT Exam: Your Guide to a Career as an International Sports Sciences Association Certified Fitness Trainer" is an essential resource for aspiring fitness trainers preparing for the ISSA-CFT certification. This comprehensive guide covers all key areas of the exam, including exercise science, program design, client assessment, behavior modification, nutrition, and professional responsibility. Each chapter provides in-depth knowledge and practical applications, ensuring that readers are well-prepared for both the exam and real-world training scenarios. The guide emphasizes ...

Fitness coaching is more than just a job. It is a true vocation that allows you to accompany people towards a better version of themselves, both physically and mentally. Becoming a fitness coach is of course learning how to create effective programs, but it is also understanding human psychology, inspiring your clients and building a career that combines passion and success. If you have opened this book, it is because you feel this calling: to help others achieve their physical goals, to bring a real change in their lives and, at the same time, to build a rewarding and prosperous career.