Personal Trainer Jobs in Ohio

A Personal Trainer plays a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry. They specialize in creating custom exercise programs for individuals or groups, based on their physical abilities and health goals. Personal Trainers guide their clients through various exercises, ensuring proper form and safety. They also provide motivation, monitor progress, and make adjustments to the program as needed. Some trainers may offer dietary and lifestyle advice to enhance results. Certified Trainers have in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, nutrition, injury prevention, and specific exercise techniques.

Before becoming a Personal Trainer, an individual could hold several related positions such as Fitness Instructor, Gym Assistant, or Physical Education Teacher. These roles provide valuable experience in instructing and motivating individuals, operating fitness equipment, and understanding exercise science. In terms of qualifications, a personal trainer should hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and an accredited certification in personal training. Some reputable certifications include NASM, ACE, and ACSM. Additional skills such as CPR and AED certification are also helpful as they are equipped to respond to emergency situations. Communication skills, patience, and the ability to motivate are also key traits of successful personal trainers.

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Athletic Trainer - Industrial - Chillicothe, Ohio - Full Time

  • Chillicothe, OH
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chillicothe, OH
  • 90+ days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Athletic Trainer

  • Chillicothe, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Chillicothe, OH
  • 8 days ago

Unique skills of an Industrial Athletic Trainer include a focus on injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments and corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first aid treatment, health...

Certified Personal Trainer - French Creek YMCA

  • Avon, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Avon, OH
  • 4 hours ago

The YMCA of Greater Cleveland is looking for certified Personal Trainers! Successful candidates will possess superior motivation, interpersonal, sales and marketing skills....

Athletic Trainer - part time/casual

  • Dublin, OH
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dublin, OH
  • 15 hours ago

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care...

Exercise Physiologist

  • Dayton, OH
  • 18 hours ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 18 hours ago

Miami Valley Hospital North 9000 N MAIN ST, DAYTON, 45415 DEPT: CARDIAC REHABILITATION Part-Time / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm The Exercise Physiologist-Cardiac Rehabilitation (EP) assumes a dynamic leadership...

Athletic Trainer - Licensed

  • Galion, OH
  • 22 hours ago
  • Galion, OH
  • 22 hours ago

*Commitment Bonus up to $10,000* *New Grads Welcome* Responsible for preventing, examining, and treating injuries. Develop effective treatment plans appropriate to the athlete's needs. Give...

Strength Conditioning Coach: Copley High School

  • Copley, OH
  • 23 hours ago
  • Copley, OH
  • 23 hours ago

Education and Experience Education: Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science or related degree Certification: Personal Trainer or CSCS certification in one of the following organizations - NASM, ACSM,...

Cardiac Exercise Physiologist - Clinical Cardiology

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago

Recognize contraindications to exercise and abnormal patient responses to exercise. Respond appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals....

Personal Training Manager

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago

of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) Personal Fitness...

Personal Trainer Manager

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago

Trainer Health Fitness Specialist American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer Certification The Cooper Institute Personal Trainer Certification International Fitness Professionals Association...

Personal Trainer

  • Mason, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 1 day ago

(IFPA) Personal Trainer Certification National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) National Exercise...

CRUNCH - Personal Training Manager

  • Mason, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 1 day ago

Trainer American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer Certification The Cooper Institute Personal Trainer Certification International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA) Personal Fitness...

Fitness Coach - NEW HIRE

  • Mansfield, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Mansfield, OH
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications 1+ years of experience as a Personal Trainer or Fitness Coach. Holistic fitness program design and consultation experience preferred, but not required....

Certified Athletic Trainer

  • Groesbeck, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Groesbeck, OH
  • 3 days ago

of athletic training/rehabilitative techniques and record change as indicated by athlete response within limits of specified plan of care Manage emergency incidents, coordinate EMS and acute care procedures...

Clinical Exercise Specialist - Fitness - Part Time - Variable

  • Toledo, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 3 days ago

Implement medically-based exercise programs for medical referrals. 2....

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Salary for Personal Trainer Jobs in Ohio

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Personal Trainers in Ohio offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
6.0%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Personal Trainers in Ohio
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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