Choosing a Personal Trainer

What's Available

To best suit the needs of our varying clientele, both staff and master trainers are available. All trainers must adhere to Northwestern University's high standards of excellence. Our trainers posses the education, credentials, expertise and resources required to help you succeed.

A staff personal trainer may be the best choice if you:

want to develop a solid, safe, and effective fitness routine
are a beginner or intermediate exerciser looking to refine/update your fitness routine
want a reliable, motivating, knowledgeable fitness coach keeping you committed to working your hardest
have well directed health and fitness goals you wish to achieve
are healthy and possess no limitations to exercise such as chronic disease or illness

All staff trainers must complete and adhere to the following standards:

Posses a national level certification in personal training and C.P.R.
Pursuing/possesses advanced education and training through:
1. specialized certifications in fitness, nutrition, weight loss, etc.
2. undergraduate or graduate education in exercise science or other related fields
3. development and presentation of fitness/wellness lectures and in-services for staff and facility members

A master personal trainer may be the best choice if you:

wish to develop a specialized exercise routine utilizing advance training and exercise techniques
are an advanced exerciser looking to train for sports performance or special athletic competitions
want a motivating and challenging fitness coach that will help you obtain the highest level of health and fitness
need constant guidance and motivation as well as assistance with setting and attaining goals
possess considerable limitations to exercise, such as chronic diseases or injuries,
are under a doctor's care or have special needs that should be addressed within your exercise program.

All staff trainers must complete and adhere to the following standards:

Posses a national level certification in personal training and C.P.R.
Possess specialized certifications and/or education in fitness, nutrition, weight loss, older adults, etc.
Minimum of 5 years experience as a personal trainer
Possess a bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in exercise science or other health/fitness related field
Continuance of education through
1. specialized certifications
2. graduate level education in exercise science or other related fields
3. development and presentation of fitness/wellness lectures and in-services for staff and facility members
4. assisting in the training of fitness staff
5. attending and/or presenting at national conferences

Still not sure?

Choosing the right trainer or package option doesn't have to be difficult or intimidating. Let our personal training director work with you to select the combination that is best suited to meet your individual needs. Contact b-koules@northwestern.edu.

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