{"id":14279,"date":"2021-08-02T15:40:48","date_gmt":"2021-08-02T15:40:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/?p=14279"},"modified":"2022-02-21T19:26:56","modified_gmt":"2022-02-21T19:26:56","slug":"equipment-you-need-as-a-personal-trainer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/blog\/equipment-you-need-as-a-personal-trainer\/","title":{"rendered":"Equipment You Need As a Personal Trainer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A career as a <a href=\"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/blog\/category\/personal-trainer-degree\/\">personal trainer<\/a> can look very different depending on where you take the profession. For example, you might work from your own home gym or travel to various client\u2019s homes throughout the day. Or, you might work at multiple gym locations, which may also require some travel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However you end up pursuing the profession after your time at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bryan University<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll likely need to invest in some equipment of your own. That way, you always have what you need to provide exceptional service to your clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What exercise equipment do I need as a personal trainer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to be able to give your clients the best personal training experience possible, you\u2019ll need to have the following exercise equipment at your disposal. Although you won\u2019t use all of this equipment every day on the job, having easy and quick access to it will allow you to provide extensive and individualized programming for each client as they progress through their program objectives.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A kit bag<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stopwatch<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A balance ball<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicine and slam balls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slip plates<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An aerobic step platform<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A skipping rope<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VIPR (if you don\u2019t have access to a barbell)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battle ropes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chalk\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A kettlebell and dumbbells<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resistance bands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise mats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marker cones<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A foam roller<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What tools do I need to be successful as a personal trainer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>First aid kit: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should always have this on hand, even if the gym(s) or other locations where you work have one too.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Client log book: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll want to have one primary location where you store all your client information, such as their current program details, the progress they\u2019ve made, special needs or requirements they have, etc. That way, you\u2019re always up-to-date on what your client needs from you and how you can best help them reach their goals. Of course, online tools and apps make your client log book secure, mobile, and accessible. Make sure to guard your clients\u2019 information against breaches and hacks to keep your clients\u2019 information private.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Consultation history: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should keep any consultation forms your clients fill out upon signing a contract with you. That way, you\u2019ll have access to all the information you need to create effective and safe programs. Again, there are electronic ways to do this.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Blood pressure cuff: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have clients with high blood pressure, being able to take an accurate reading is incredibly important.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Wrist straps and lifting straps: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many clients may experience wrist pain while doing push ups or other exercises or they get hand sores while lifting. Wrist and lifting straps can provide support and comfort and help prevent injuries. These are also easy to store and carry in your kit bag.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>A body fat caliper: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart scales aren\u2019t always the most accurate way to measure body fat. Carrying a body fat caliper with you in your kit bag will give you the ability to accurately provide this important service for your clients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Personal training software:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many personal trainers use a software of their choice to stay organized, keep clients motivated, and track clients\u2019 progress easily.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Related post: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/blog\/vital-tools-you-need-for-your-exercise-nutrition-and-health-promotion-career\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vital Tools You Need For Your Exercise, Nutrition and Health Promotion Career<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I start working toward a rewarding career as a personal trainer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/programs\/health-wellness\/personal-trainer-2\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal Trainer Diploma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/programs\/health-wellness\/exercise-specialist-2\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise Specialist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pathways both allow students to prepare for rewarding careers as personal trainers. Please call Bryan University toll-free at <a href=\"tel:1-855-862-0755\">1-855-862-0755<\/a> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/enroll-now\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">enroll now<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to begin your journey!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A career as a personal trainer can look very different depending on where you take the profession. For example, you might work from your own home gym or travel to various client\u2019s homes throughout the day. 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