Links & Resources

Nationally Accredited Certifications

www.acsm.org.
Learn about the American College of Sports Medicine and their strategic efforts to increase the health of the nation.

www.acefitness.org.
The American Council on Exercise has multiple accredited certifications for people interested in health and fitness careers.

www.cooperinst.org.
The Cooper Institute uses science and one-of-a-kind training methods to make the most of your health and fitness certification.

www.nasm.org.
National Academy of Sports Medicine has been a leader in certification, continuing education, solutions and tools for health, fitness, sports performance and sports medicine professionals for 20 years.

www.bocatc.org.
The Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer strives to train quality health and fitness instructors to help the public.

www.ncsf.org.
The National Council on Strength and Fitness certification serves to identify qualified personal trainers to employers within the health & fitness industry.

www.ndeita.com.
The National Exercise Trainers Association (formerly known as NDEITA) offers certification and continuing education workshops in group exercise, personal training, pilates and yoga.

www.nfpt.com.
The National Federation of Professional Trainers has been certifying fitness professionals since 1988 and offers a personal trainer credential that is among the most recognized in this industry.

www.nsca-cc.org.
The National Strength and Conditioning Association Certification Commission offers two certifications for fitness professionals. Is one of them right for you?

Events and Retreats

www.fitour.com.
FiTOUR® offers certification and continuing education workshops across the world throughout the year.

www.arnoldexpo.com.
The Arnold EXPO is the largest health and fitness exposition in the country. Join 150,000 fitness fans for 3 days of free entertainment and competition.

www.opi.edu.
Optimal Performance Institute wants to help you get where you want to go in the field of health, sport and exercise science.

www.thesupershow.com.
Gain insight on the fitness marketplace and discover leading product lines. Footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories come together under one roof at the SGMA Spring Market.

www.fitness-events.com.
Check out Fitness Events to find out what's going on in the fitness industry around the country.

www.fitnessday.com.
Keep yourself posted on national health and fitness events with the help of the Mature Market Resource Center and the Health Information Resource Center.

www.thefitexpo.com.
The Los Angeles FitExpo is one of California's largest health and fitness events – join us at the exposition next year!

www.mrolympia.com.
Even if you aren't ready to compete for Mr. Olympia, Ms. Olympia, Fitness Olympia or Figure Olympia, come join the fun during Olympia Weekend!

Non-Accredited Certifications
and CEUs

www.afpafitness.com.
American Fitness Professionals and Associates offers national certification programs in nutrition, yoga, pilates, senior fitness, youth fitness and more!

www.lawfit.gmu.edu.
If you work as a firefighter or police officer, get your department certified through LawFit or FireFit!

www.chekinstitute.com.
The C.H.E.K Institute is an industry leader in corrective and holistic exercise and kinesiology. Take a course or get certified!

www.canfitpro.com.
Can-Fit-Pro is a division of Canadian Fitness Professionals Inc., founded to certify and educate group fitness instructors, personal fitness trainers and allied health professionals.

www.i-a-r-t.com.
The International Association of Resistance Trainers offers an intensive certification experience that can help to boost your clientele.

www.ifafitness.com.
The International Fitness Association is committed to providing information and certification to fitness professionals and fitness enthusiasts.

www.issaonline.com.
The International Sports Sciences Association offers certifications and CEUs for all types of fitness professionals. How could an ISSA certification benefit your career?

www.nafta1.com.
The National Aerobics & Fitness Trainers Association provides nationally recognized fitness certifications and workshops to fitness professionals around the world. Join us!

www.nata.org.
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association is a professional membership association with almost 30,000 members worldwide.

www.nestacertified.com.
Get National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association certified! We offer one of the most comprehensive and applicable 4-year certification programs in the health and fitness industry.

www.nifs.org.
The National Institute for Fitness and Sport offers certification, team building and other events. Get involved today!

www.nspainc.com.
National Strength Professionals Association: Your success is our business!

www.ifpa-fitness.com.
At the International Fitness Professionals Association, we are the leader in practical fitness education. Earn a certification or CEU here.

www.dswfitness.com.
Desert Southwest Fitness Inc. courses are designed for job enhancement, positive lifestyle changes and lifelong learning.

www.exerciseetc.com.
Exercise ETC. is based in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and offers education, training and certification programs in over 50 cities nationwide.

Organizations and Associations

www.aesp.org.
The American Society of Exercise Physiologists is a national non-profit professional organization committed to the advancement of exercise physiologists.

www.athleticbusiness.com.
Athletic Business is a monthly publication with editorial content and wide coverage of topics including sports law, college sports, high school sports, for-profits, and military and recreation.

www.ecaworldfitness.com.
ECA World Fitness is an international organization representing the wellness and fitness community. We are an undisputed leader for innovation and quality.

www.ideafit.com.
IDEA is a leading organization of health and fitness professionals. We have more than 22,000 members in over 80 countries.

www.nationalgym.com.
The goal of the National Gym Association is to provide fitness professionals with quality personal training certification programs and fitness education.

www.fiy.yoganet.org.
The International Yoga Federation provides support, standards and international recognition for the yoga professional.

Fitness Equipment

www.fitnessworld.com.
Home of Fitness Management Magazine, providing advice and solutions for fitness facilities. Search for products for your business!

www.soletreadmills.com.
There isn't a better treadmill for your home. Buy treadmills and elliptical machines direct from Sole Treadmills.

www.bowflexshop.com.
Bowflex guarantees that you can totally reshape your body in just 6 weeks. Nothing gives you the kind of results Bowflex does – see for yourself in only 20 minutes a day, 3 days a week.

www.bigfitness.com.
This exercise equipment superstore provides quality fitness equipment for a quality life. Shop for fitness products from the comfort of your home.

www.americanfitness.net.
American Fitness provides a wide selection of fitness equipment at the lowest prices online! Shop safely and securely for all the fitness equipment you need.

www.nordictrack.com.
NordicTrack offers treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, strength training, incline trainers, skiers, steppers and apparel.

www.warehousefitness.com.
Warehousefitness.com: The nation's largest factory direct source for fitness.

Fitness Supplements

www.massnutrition.com.
Mass Nutrition offers a large line of bodybuilding supplements and sports nutrition products. We make your shopping experience a breeze!

www.affordablesupplements.com
Buy protein, creatine, nutrition bars, hormone alternatives, vitamins and calcium supplements at www.AffordableSupplements.com.

www.a1nutrition.com.
A1 Nutrition is your destination for discount nutritional supplements at wholesale prices.

www.bulknutrition.com.
Visit the premier web site for bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts. We offer a large selection of products to help you achieve your health and physique goals.

www.bodyconcept.com.
Order sports nutrition products, including protein powder, sports drinks, energy drinks, creatine, muscle builders, weight gainers and sun care.

Professional Bodybuilding
and Fitness

www.npcnewsonline.com.
The National Physique Committee's web site can provide you with contest dates and results, rules and regulations, industry links, and more.

www.ifbb.com.
The International Federation of Body Building and Fitness provides accurate information on events, news and rules to millions of bodybuilders and fitness athletes, officials, supporters, and fans around the world.

www.bodybuilding.com.
Visit daily for updated content on bodybuilding and fitness information. Interact, shop and learn all at bodybuilding.com!

www.getbig.com.
Check out our contest results, glossary, rankings, interviews, articles and message boards. Your bodybuilding and fitness information source is getbig.com– accept no substitutes.

Exercise and Nutrition Advice

www.shapeup.org.
Shape Up America! is a not-for-profit organization committed to raising awareness of obesity as a health issue and to providing responsible information on healthy weight management.

www.superslow.com.
SuperSlow® is the ultimate exercise procedure! Only SuperSlow can deliver the value you seek in an exercise program.

www.fitnessonline.com.
Search our database of articles for information on losing weight, getting fit, building muscle, eating healthy, expert advice, pregnancy fitness and more.

www.female-fiftyplus-get-fit.com.
This site is designed to make women's fitness not only productive but fun, too. Get your fitness questions answered here.

www.abs-exercise-advice.com.
You can achieve your goals when you have the correct information and enough motivation. Learn how to get six-pack abs today.

www.healthcastle.com.
Learn all you need to know about diet, nutritional foods, women's nutrition, superfoods and more.

www.ivillage.co.uk.
Read articles by Dr. Wynnie Chan. Dr. Chan is a nutrition expert with special interest in women's and children's health issues.

www.FitFiend.com
The premier online community connecting fitness professionals and fitness enthusiasts. Fitness professionals can add themselves to our fast-growing directory and promote themselves. Enthusiasts can search for pros and activity partners, while also learning, sharing, and achieving a higher level of fitness.

Jobs and Careers

www.custombuiltpt.com.
Custom Built Personal Training provides personal training services to health club owners who desire to maximize personal training service and revenue with no investment of time and resources.

www.fitnessjobs.com.
Are you looking for a job in the fitness industry? Or are you an employer looking for qualified employees? Fitness Jobs can help!

www.ExerciseCareers.com.
Looking for a position? Trying to fill a position? Find the people and places you're looking for at www.ExerciseCareers.com.

www.exercisejobs.com.
Search the nationwide database for jobs in fitness and exercise. We can help you find your next dream job or survey the fitness and exercise job market.

www.ideafit.com.
If you are looking for a career in the health and fitness industry, then IDEA’s fitness jobs and classifieds section is your source.

www.ballyjobs.com.
Bally Total Fitness: We build more than bodies. We build careers. Find your ideal fitness career here.

www.jobsinsports.com.
JobsInSports.com is an employment service dedicated to helping you find a job or career in the highly competitive sports marketplace.

www.activecareers.com
ActiveCareers.com offers free services to help you find the health club career you're looking for. Services include resumé posting, job search and much more!

Fitness Professionals

www.jaycutler.com.
International Federation of Body Building and Fitness Professional Jay Cutler is bodybuilding's most recognized and personable athlete.

www.jennyh.com.
Learn from the best at the web site of Ms. Fitness Olympia titleholder Jenny Hendershott!

www.bethhorn.com.
Beth A. Horn is a professional fitness competitor, Weider-endorsed athlete, model and personal trainer. Learn more here!

www.twinfitness.com.
Meet Kristie and Michelle – the fitness twins! These identical twins have founded a professional private personal training studio.

www.schwarzenegger.com.
Arnold Schwarzenegger: Actor, athlete, activist, politician, legend. Visit his official site to learn all you've ever wanted to know.

www.anjalanger.com.
Read world-class bodybuilder Anja Langer's personal training articles and much more at her official web site.

www.coryeverson.com.
Cory Everson, American female bodybuilder and actress, won the Ms. Olympia contest 6 years in a row.

www.lauracreavalle.com.
Laura Creavalle is a charming, champion bodybuilder with a striking, aesthetic and symmetrical physique.

www.lauramak.com.
Laura Mak is a world-renowned fitness trainer specializing in personal fitness training, dancing and choreography.

www.lenajohannesen.com.
IFBB Professional Lena Johannesen's web site includes an extensive biography, contact information and pro shop.

www.louferrigno.com.
Learn about Lou Ferrigno's life and his accomplishments, and buy Lou Ferrigno-endorsed products, all right here!

www.finneganfitness.com.
Is the gym scene not for you? Do you need an energy boost? We can help you reach your goals!

www.mikefrancois.com.
Mike Francois is a former National Champion and Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic Champion. He is now the owner of Francois Fitness Consultants.

www.milossarcev.com.
Milos Sarcev is available! Contact him for one-on-one personal training, individually designed diet programs and contest preparation.

www.hugenasserelsonbaty.com.
Get the facts and purchase memorabilia at the official Nasser El Sonbaty web site!

www.bigroncoleman.com.
Appearance information, advice and photos can all be found at 8-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman's official web site.

Personal Trainer Resources

www.howtosellfitness.com.
Let Eric Ruth give you the tested fitness marketing tools that get clients and members to pay, stay and refer.

www.ptonthenet.com.
Personal Training on the Net: The world's #1 resource for fitness professionals.

www.searchpersonaltrainers.com.
Find out about personal trainers near you, and get trial passes at participating locations.

www.trainerforce.com.
TrainerForce: Take your fitness business online. You can gain more clients and make more money! Find out how.

www.personaltraineru.com.
Discover how to become a well-known fitness professional! Find information, products, seminars, articles and much more here.

www.the-fitness-directory.com.
Find a personal trainer, discount vitamins, dietary supplements and home fitness equipment.

www.personaltrainers.net.
Welcome to the fastest-growing fitness resource facility for personal training services and lifestyle consultancy.

Bodybuilding and Fitness Magazines

www.muscleandfitness.com.
Find new exercises and routines, nutritional info and recipes, bodybuilder profiles and more in Muscle & Fitness magazine.

www.healthandfitnessmag.com.
Health & Fitness Sports Magazine promotes a fit and healthy lifestyle. Achieve personal health and wellness!

www.ironmanmagazine.com.
Iron Magazine has been the premier online bodybuilding & fitness magazine since 2001. Check it out here!

www.flexonline.com.
Get bodybuilding articles, interviews, advice and product reviews from Flex magazine.

www.menshealth.com.
Men's Health: Tons of useful stuff. Read regular columns on fitness, sex and relationships, health, nutrition, style, and much more.

www.shape.com.
Get fit, eat right, look great and live healthy with the help of Shape magazine.

www.self.com.
Self magazine is geared toward helping women live well. Get tips and tricks to live your healthiest lifestyle here!

www.fitnessmagazine.com.
Turn to Fitness magazine for the best workouts, diets and beauty tips for you.

www.womenshealthmag.com.
Women's Health magazine has your answers on fitness, nutrition, weight loss, health, beauty and style.