Exercise Science (EXS) & Health (GH): EXS Personal Trainer

This article presents background information on the role of the trainer, education, and a list of do's and don'ts.

ACSM is dedicated to advancing and integrating scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine.

Nonprofit committed to enriching quality of life through safe and effective exercise and physical activity.

AFAA delivers comprehensive cognitive and practical education for fitness professionals, grounded in industry research, using both traditional and innovative modalities. AFAA upholds Basic Exercise Standards and Guidelines for safe fitness practice.

Membership organization for fitness professionals

"As a professional fitness organization, it is our intention to qualify personal fitness trainers through a legally defensible assessment of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) that legitimizes and solidifies the Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) title and achievement."

NIRSA comprises and supports leaders in collegiate recreation.

worldwide authority on strength and conditioning, supports and disseminates research-based knowledge and its practical application to improve athletic performance and fitness

Formerly AAHPERD - the largest organization of professionals involved in physical education, physical activity, dance, school health and sport--all specialties related to achieving an active, healthy lifestyle.

national education and support organization for yoga in the US

YogaFit is the largest yoga fitness education school in the world with more than 200,000 instructors trained on six continents specifically designed for presentation in health clubs, fitness facilities or other group exercise locations.