Hi, I've just been reading your recent article in the Fitness Life magazine over here in New Zealand. I'm absolutely passionate about fitness and have my own gym set up at home.
I'm currently attending the local tech and doing National Sports and Fitness Level 3. I'm half way through the year with the course. I originally wanted to learn more for my own basic knowledge and be able to write my own programmes up.
From your own personal knowledge what other courses do you recommend I could do to further my knowledge, is there more recognised personal training you would recommend or maybe lead into the nutritionist side of things???? I love to help people. I would appreciate your imput and recommendation. We don't have alot available in Rotorua so I'm even interested in anything online or correspondence.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Tania
New Zealand
Here is my response to this common question I receive:
Hi Tania,
Great to get a passionate response and see someone who is very committed to their profession. In going forward I was a bit like you and went on a committed path of doing lots of technical 'heads down' workshops. It was one of my mentors who mentioned that I knew enough! When you consider all the books you have read, the courses you have attended, the google searches and hours of research, you actually know enough. I was of the perception that more knowledge would enable me to help more people. Remember our industry is heavily influenced by a lot of technical workshops and information. So without a disregard to the technical side to what we do, you actually know enough to help the common person out there in general populations. Let's face it they need some help we have an obesity or 'diabesity' epidemic amongst many other health disorders. As an industry we need you in front of more people making a difference. This is a business skill.
So a lot of health professionals follow the traditional path of being technically lopsided. This is not to much of a concern if you are following the employee model however if you are a franchisee, self employed or business owner then this is a concern. In fact, to succeed in this industry it requires a balance of BUT skills. What is BUT? A combination of Business, You and Technical skill. Read my blog on BUT principles by clicking here. In going forward with your years of study and commitment to knowledge and understanding your love to help people, my diagnosis would be to consider putting together a business plan, develop a brand, a website and have a marketing plan and really look to step up as a leader by having a place where people can find you so that you can help them. Initially start one person at a time and build from the bottom up. Adding your own educational workshops, seminars, information products and coaching programs is an exciting way to create change in behaviour and a healthier and more positive difference to the world.
In going forward the best thing you can do is fill in the attached business diagnostic and stock-take and take advantage of our 30 minute complimentary business consultation with a successful PT that will help you and your goals. It is a bit like the safety aspect when flying, the air steward announces "help yourself first so you can help others"
If you to would like a complimentary business consultation please contact our office at info@ptplus.com.au
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