Does is make sense for someone over 50 to become a personal trainer?
I am very interested on a personal level in fitness and nutrition, however I have no certifications or background in either field. I am 55, in good shape physically, workout out regularly but do have some “normal” issues like arthritis that can come with age. It seems that there are so many PT’s out there and most/all seem to be young and in super shape. With these resources for clients to choose from, would it make any sense to pursue an education in either/both fields with an eye towards trying to it for a living some day?
We’ve been getting asked this A LOT recently. It’s strange, because I think the instinct is that the younger you are, the more you are suited to work in health and fitness. However, we’ve found some of our most successful trainers are aged 40, 50+.
Really, dedication and relationships to your clients are the most important factors. We did actually write a little more about it below, because of the number of people asking recently: https://origympersonaltrainercourses.co.uk/blog/am-i-too-old-to-become-a…