Fitness Careers

c7eat2live
c7eat2live Posts: 308 Member
edited October 4 in Motivation and Support
Has anyone on here been so inspired and motivated by supporting others and receiving support that they decided to pursue a career in fitness in some capacity? I am at this point where I feel that I may want to pursue a career as a nutritionist, personal trainer, yoga teacher or life coach. I just had this epiphany where I asked myself what in my life I cannot live without, and the answer was my workouts and focus on diet and health and I especially love being a motivator here on MFP! oh course now I am about to grad with a BS in something completely unrelated, so my journey to this realization could be looonnggg. BUT! I would love to hear some stories :)

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  • c7eat2live
    c7eat2live Posts: 308 Member
    bump no one?
  • andrea198721
    andrea198721 Posts: 173 Member
    I think that sounds awesome! I think I might like to do that one day once I get to my goal....I'd love to be ale to help other people accomplish what they never thought they could do!
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    I've thought about it, but haven't actively pursued anything yet, so consider this a *bump!*
  • SpaceMarkus
    SpaceMarkus Posts: 651
    I have. I became a Beachbody Coach while doing Engineering. I found that I loved it so much I decided to get certified in PT, Nutrition, Therapy, and teach group fitness classes like boot camp. Now it's my full time job :)
  • TammiAcker
    TammiAcker Posts: 53 Member
    Yes I have also felt that same way! I find myself wanting to learn more and would love to get paid for something I'm already doing. I have yet to pursue it, so sorry I'm not much help there....but just wanted you to know you're not alone in this feeling :)
  • Tujitsu56
    Tujitsu56 Posts: 392 Member
    I actually talk about doing this everyday. Unfortunately I am in the same boat as you. I graduated in 2010 with a BS in an unrelated field. That's okay though, I'm thinking about becoming a personal trainer as a side job, learning business more, getting an MBA as well, then pursuing my true goals. I love health, fitness, and helping others. It's sooo rewarding:) Good Luck and I wish you success!
  • KyleB65
    KyleB65 Posts: 1,196 Member
    Too funny! I was just talking about this with my wife the other day.

    I still have a way to go to hit my goals but once I do. I would love to get certified as a personal trainer so that I would be able to help other people the way I have been helped.

    I have also looked into a Nutritionist certification. This requires a degree.
  • hannahlbur
    hannahlbur Posts: 221 Member
    I have. I became a Beachbody Coach while doing Engineering. I found that I loved it so much I decided to get certified in PT, Nutrition, Therapy, and teach group fitness classes like boot camp. Now it's my full time job :)

    Amazing!
  • hannahlbur
    hannahlbur Posts: 221 Member
    Me too although I'm zig zagging with my career path! I loved the gym so became a gym instructor but left as wasn't happy with certain things. A few years later I've piled the weight on and hating my office job so thinking about my next step. I'm currently doing a few courses and once I've lost weight I would like to do some classes and train to be a pt. :)
  • DizzyLinds
    DizzyLinds Posts: 856 Member
    I'm a PE teacher...i'm passionate about health and fitness and really want to inspire kids to adopt healthy lifestyles now and forever...and maybe teach their parents a thing or two as well!
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,024 Member
    It's my career choice and I embrace it fully. Though money helps, it's not about the money and if you pursue it for that reason, then you'll be missing the actual joy of why you should do it. It's so gratifying watching people succeed and knowing full well that you had a hand in their success. That's what it's all about. If you do that for them, then you've gained a friend for life and you can't have too many friends. Also you know, unlike some other jobs, that you actually do make a difference in others lives instead of hoping you do.
  • hannahlbur
    hannahlbur Posts: 221 Member
    It's my career choice and I embrace it fully. Though money helps, it's not about the money and if you pursue it for that reason, then you'll be missing the actual joy of why you should do it. It's so gratifying watching people succeed and knowing full well that you had a hand in their success. That's what it's all about. If you do that for them, then you've gained a friend for life and you can't have too many friends. Also you know, unlike some other jobs, that you actually do make a difference in others lives instead of hoping you do.

    <3 this!
  • c7eat2live
    c7eat2live Posts: 308 Member
    aww thanks for all the fabulous replies and its sooo encouraging to see so many people using what they have learned with themselves to better other people's lives. this is what I strive for! you guys are awesome!!!
  • tracy337
    tracy337 Posts: 199 Member
    I have lol planning a long road to get my Associate of Science with an emphasis in Physical Education/Exercise and Sport Science then eventually transfer to Portland State for my BA in Physical Activity/Exercise with a minor in community education :) I still have a bit to lose though, so my goal while I am in school for the next year is continue to work on getting to my goal weight and increasing muscle strength and endurance. Then next summer hope to get my cert in personal training so I can start working in the field so I can get hands on experience to go along with my education. In losing half of me, I have finally found a ME that is getting happier by the day, and since deciding to go this direction, even happier! I originally was going to do my RN, but for too long it didn't sit well with me. Now I could not be happier!
  • ChristinaBarnhouse
    ChristinaBarnhouse Posts: 274 Member
    I have been in a sit-down office job doing administrative work for over 12 years now. I have always been overweight and for the first time, about 3 years ago, I made lifestyle change and began working out. I am less then 10 pounds away from my goal weight and feel better than I ever have! Working out, running and bike riding have become my hobbies and favorite things to do.

    I am now thinking about persuing a career in fitness or weightloss management because I would love to help others achieve thier goals. If anyone has tips or suggestions on how to go about doing this, I would love to hear them. Thanks!
  • ChristinaBarnhouse
    ChristinaBarnhouse Posts: 274 Member
    Bump :)
  • paulkempjr
    paulkempjr Posts: 64 Member
    I decided to make a career of it, so I am attending Cal U of PA to simultaneously earn bachelors and Masters degrees in Exercise Science (focus on rehab and corrective exercise) and National Academy of Sport Medicine (NASM) certifications to be a certified personal trainer (CPT) and Corrective exercise specialist (CES). I also am in the process of changing the focus on my fight promotions business to training and fitness!
  • paulkempjr
    paulkempjr Posts: 64 Member
    I am now thinking about persuing a career in fitness or weightloss management because I would love to help others achieve thier goals. If anyone has tips or suggestions on how to go about doing this, I would love to hear them. Thanks!

    NASM education is integrated into the curriculum of accredited bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs offered by two universities, the California University of Pennsylvania and the Arizona School of Health Sciences. I know for sure that the program at Cal U is offered online, and if you choose to continue on to a graduate degree, there are several areas of focus to choose from.

    www.nasm.org
    www.calu.edu
  • Sakura_Tree
    Sakura_Tree Posts: 142 Member
    I plan on being a personal trainer! Im a very quiet person though so i will have to work on that first!
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