Hi everyone,
This is my first post here. I'm a guy in my 50s who's always been active and continues to work out 5x a week. I also am a naturally inclined teacher in whatever I do. By that, I don't mean that I'm a know-it-all, but that I enjoy finding answers to problems and I empathize with others when they don't understand a process or idea. I enjoy explaining and mentoring.
Putting these two together, I've come to the conclusion that I might like to explore becoming a fitness coach for older adults who are trying to get into or stay in shape, with an emphasis on functional movement, flexibility and balance.
I was wondering if there are certification programs that are known as emphasizing this area of fitness coaching, and in particular, if there are any that are more highly regarded by those in the fitness profession. I'm in the U.S., if that matters.
Also, is certification the best way to go? My thinking is that a good, formal program will fill the gaps in my knowledge and help me earn some credibility. Would you all agree?
Thanks for any advice you can offer.
--- Tommy
This is my first post here. I'm a guy in my 50s who's always been active and continues to work out 5x a week. I also am a naturally inclined teacher in whatever I do. By that, I don't mean that I'm a know-it-all, but that I enjoy finding answers to problems and I empathize with others when they don't understand a process or idea. I enjoy explaining and mentoring.
Putting these two together, I've come to the conclusion that I might like to explore becoming a fitness coach for older adults who are trying to get into or stay in shape, with an emphasis on functional movement, flexibility and balance.
I was wondering if there are certification programs that are known as emphasizing this area of fitness coaching, and in particular, if there are any that are more highly regarded by those in the fitness profession. I'm in the U.S., if that matters.
Also, is certification the best way to go? My thinking is that a good, formal program will fill the gaps in my knowledge and help me earn some credibility. Would you all agree?
Thanks for any advice you can offer.
--- Tommy