Melissa Rodriguez

Boston, MA 02210

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Commission or rent?

Club or Studio Owner Business

8 Answers | Asked by Andrew Brasem 329 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 130 days ago

I agree with Shawn & Stephen - if a trainer has built up the clientele, than it may be more worthwhile to pay a flat mon... read more

what is a reasonable fee for a personal trainer session

Personal Trainer

9 Answers | Asked by Denise Romo 143 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 130 days ago

I agree with Karin: price your services comparable to what's market rate in your geographical area for trainers with you... read more

Anyone do team training? How much should I charge?

Personal Training Business: Personal Training Business Planning/Strategies

7 Answers | Asked by Christine Hall 151 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 150 days ago

I've heard the general rule of thumb is 1.5x your hourly private training rate for partner training and 2x your hourly p... read more

What's the best XBox Kinect fitness game?

Health and fitness Fitness

4 Answers | Asked by Monica Foster 312 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 150 days ago

I just noticed this question because I was going to ask one related to the Kinect. I have yet to play Kinec... read more

WHAT IS THE FUTURE OF THE PROFESIONAL TRAINERS WHEN BIG CORPORATIONS BUY NEW GYMS AND PAY $16.00?.

Business Career

13 Answers | Asked by Octavio Pozos Perez 170 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 169 days ago

Best of luck if you decide to go solo, Octavio! It will be exciting and rewarding. You should have plenty o... read more

How often do you post a new blog?

Marketing and Sales Personal Trainer Fitness Instructor Social Media

12 Answers | Asked by Shawn Fears 171 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 169 days ago

I aim for 1-2x a week on specific days so readers know when to expect a new post. read more

Small Group Training Cost Question

Group Training Small Group Training

4 Answers | Asked by Amy Thompson 176 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 176 days ago

Hi Amy, The number I've seen recommended from a Human Kinetics course on the business of personal training is a mu... read more

Is it safe to use toe shoes in the gym?

Footwear Gyms

9 Answers | Asked by Gus Aguirre 191 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 186 days ago

I used to have reservations with clients wearing minimalist footwear while working out at the gym. Now I don't, but I st... read more

What advice are you giving clients that can't seem to stay self motivated?

Motivation Clients PTA Global (PTAG)Behavior Change

13 Answers | Asked by Kim Hellyar 187 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 186 days ago

I agree with Karin in that if they are working with you, in spite of being over-scheduled & high-stressed, at least they... read more

Are video games going to elimate the use of personal trainers?

Personal Trainer Technology

13 Answers | Asked by Scott White 196 days ago

Answered by Melissa Rodriguez 192 days ago

There's a market for everything. Some people may use video games, apps, podcasts, and other technology in place of in-pe... read more

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Melissa Rodriguez

Questions Answered by Melissa

Commission or rent?

what is a reasonable fee for a personal trainer session

Anyone do team training? How much should I charge?

What's the best XBox Kinect fitness game?

WHAT IS THE FUTURE OF THE PROFESIONAL TRAINERS WHEN BIG CORPORATIONS BUY NEW GYMS AND PAY $16.00?.

How often do you post a new blog?

Small Group Training Cost Question

Is it safe to use toe shoes in the gym?

What advice are you giving clients that can't seem to stay self motivated?

Are video games going to elimate the use of personal trainers?

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Commission or rent?

what is a reasonable fee for a personal trainer session

Anyone do team training? How much should I charge?

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