We all suffer from bouts of sluggishness from time to time, but for some, it’s an everyday reality. If you're one of these people, here’s a secret: You don’t have to feel tired on a daily basis. The good news is that you can combat tiredness and boost [...]
There are lots of apps on the market that can help you manage your time and your client's time. However, it can be overwhelming with all the personal training apps out there as they all seem to do the same things just in slightly different ways. We’ve selected [...]
PT liability insurance This insurance covers bodily damage, property damage and reputational harm which are some of the most common claims PT’s can get. You can get a quote for PT liability insurance on popular insurance sites such as comparethemarket.com, Aviva, CoverWallet, Insuranace321, etc. Depending if you have [...]
Stress is inevitable and unavoidable. According to the Mental Health Foundation in the past year, 74% of people have felt so overwhelmed and stressed that they have been unable to cope. 51% of adults who felt stressed reported feeling depressed and 61% said they felt anxious. How can [...]
Once you have taken your Level 3 qualifications and are a qualified personal trainer you can start to think about what other courses you can do to make you stand out in the crowd. Although all these courses take time and money, it is a great way to [...]
A common New Year's resolution is cutting out sugar and all things bad. But what actually happens to your body when you cut out sugar and do we actually need some sugar in our system to have a balanced diet? Natural sugar can be found in a lot [...]
There is no better time to reflect on your growth than at the beginning of the New Year. This is a great opportunity to look back over the past 12 months. You can reflect on what you’ve accomplished, what may have not gone entirely to plan and where [...]
After Christmas you may hear lots of people say how they want to take part in Dry January to have a detox after a very heavy month of drinking. For some people, Dry January might be a New Year’s resolution others may just want to cut back on [...]
If you have trained as a personal trainer you are probably self-employed or looking to go self-employed, this can offer a whole range of freedom financially and physically. There are a few processes you need to go through in order to legally register yourself as self-employed. 1. Registration [...]
Most of these points are a given but it is always important to remember that first impressions matter and clients look for more than just the fitness aspects when choosing a PT. You have to put your best face forward and make sure you are approachable. Patience People [...]
Here at MotivatePT we have created a 6-step guide on how to deliver the perfect consultation: 1. Plan Ahead The first step to a successful consultation is to plan ahead and be prepared to answer the clients questions. If you have any background information on the client it [...]
Reducing your alcohol intake this holiday can be super easy if you have the right mindset. Whether you’re the designated driver or just want to keep away those hangovers these tips are worth a try! Here are some facts about alcohol that might surprise you: Alcohol has 7 calories [...]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is fast approaching and people are starting to get overwhelmed with present shopping, party planning, food order, the list goes on and on. Feeling stressed over the Christmas period gives us all the perfect excuse to binge and say [...]
We are constantly being told that we must get between 7-9 hours of sleep a night to perform at our best. But what does that actually mean and how can sleep make that much of a difference? Now with laptops, phones and tablets getting to sleep has never [...]
