How To Become A... Personal Trainer & Online Coach

What does it really take to become a personal trainer and turn it into a thriving online coaching business?In this episode of How To Become A…, Grace sits down with Mark to explore how he transitioned from corporate sales into fitness and built a career training clients in London and across the world.From qualifying as a tennis coach at 16, to becoming a scuba dive master in Australia, to grinding through early morning gym classes before heading into the office, this episode is a masterclass in taking the leap strategically.We cover:How to become a qualified personal trainerMaking the shift from corporate to fitnessBuilding clients through word of mouthGrowing from gym classes to freelance PTThe difference between in-person and online coachingPricing your services and scaling sustainablyManaging burnout and long hoursThe mindset required to coach othersWhy coaching is about people, not just fitnessThis is an honest look at what it takes to build a career in fitness and why it’s about empathy, discipline, and consistency far more than six-packs.If you’ve ever thought about turning your love of training into a career, this episode will show you what it really involves.Mark Thomson@markwthomson🎙 How To Become A... explores real-life journeys behind the careers of everyday people. Each episode dives into the path of someone who's built success outside of the spotlight — no fame, no fortune, just real stories. Discover how they started, the challenges they faced, and what drives them forward. 💼✨🔗 Subscribe, rate, and share to help more people find their own path📩 Got your own story to share? Contact us at [email protected]📱Follow us on socials: @howtobecomea__ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.