{"id":29003,"date":"2026-08-05T21:29:27","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T16:29:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=29003"},"modified":"2026-08-05T21:29:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T16:29:27","slug":"ai-is-changing-everything-but-this-fitness-career-is-booming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=29003","title":{"rendered":"AI is changing everything, but this fitness career is booming"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<aside class=\"commerce-disclosure\">\n\t\tNew York Post may be compensated and\/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change.<br \/>\n\t<\/aside>\n<p>From medicine and law to education, artificial intelligence is transforming nearly every industry.<\/p>\n<p>And while AI has certainly touched the health and wellness space, the need for personal, one-on-one health guidance and coaching is still very real \u2014 and also makes for a <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LASQWENU\/blog\/benefits-of-being-a-personal-trainer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">\u201cflexible\u201d and \u201crewarding\u201d<\/a> career \u2014 especially for those without college degrees or anyone looking for a secondary income source.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module alignright\">\n\t<\/aside>\n<p>National data suggests that the personal training industry is growing fast. Employment of fitness trainers and instructors is projected to grow 12% from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/personal-care-and-service\/fitness-trainers-and-instructors.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Becoming a personal trainer means that you can set your own schedule, and it doesn\u2019t require a college degree. Instead, you can prepare for a nationally recognized certification through one of several accredited training programs designed to help you study and pass the certification exam.<\/p>\n<p>There are a few popular options to choose from \u2014 including the International Sports Sciences Association, National Academy of Sports Medicine, and National Council on Strength &amp; Fitness.<\/p>\n<p> Another program that has continued to stand out is the <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LASQWENU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">International Personal Trainer Academy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The IPTA offers programs starting at just $399 and is NCCA-accredited, which is the gold standard for personal trainer certifications.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a 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as well as access to a mobile-first fast-track study system that is \u201cdesigned to cut study time in half.\u201d Many students pass in as little as 3 months.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike some traditional certification platforms, IPTA goes above and beyond by providing the tools and support students need to succeed, including free exam retakes and free recertification to a job placement guarantee. Students can even build their own professional website to retain clients.<\/p>\n<p>Those who have completed the program highlight how it stands out by supporting students through their entire study journey and offering a variety of helpful tools and resources to build confidence for the exam.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWow, all I can say is wow,\u201d shared Courtney Kendall, who got the NASM CPT7 package and decided to take her first NASM exam a month into her training. \u201cI had a free retest voucher so I figured I\u2019d just get some practice seeing the exam. To my surprise, I passed on the first time! I was thoroughly shocked.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Kendall mentioned that the IPTA\u2019s audio study guides were especially helpful for her studying. She noted that the information was easy to absorb, and it was great for listening to passively.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt first I was skeptical about this being enough to provide me with what I needed to pass the exam,\u201d explained Syed Ahmed. \u201d At some points I\ufe0ft felt harder than I\ufe0ft needed to be. However, that being said. The program definitely overprepares you. That way I was super confident when the test questions felt easier than the practice questions.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Compared to other programs, IPTA offers a budget-friendly option designed to truly set students up for success. According to the company, graduates are recognized by more than 10,000 gyms worldwide, giving you the opportunity to take your certification wherever your career takes you.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, it\u2019s a completely risk free offer. If you don\u2019t pass the exam, you\u2019ll receive a refund. And if you complete the IPTA CPT program, pass the exam and apply to three relevant employers within six months but don\u2019t receive a job offer, IPTA will still reimburse you.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<p>This article was written by <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/author\/miska-salemann\/\">Miska Salemann<\/a>, New York Post Commerce Writer\/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. 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