The Reveal: ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
So I’ve been saying that I’d reveal info about what I’m studying for. It’s known on the blog (at least I hope so) that I’m going to school to be a registered dietitian. I’ll be done in about a year an a half. Well, along the way I have been making connections that proper health is not only achieved through a healthy diet, but also through a healthy dose of exercise. This is why I am studying to be an American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer.
To be honest, I have been thinking about this since last summer! In August I signed up for a 3-day conference (and got CPR certified). I really enjoyed it because it gave me a hands on approach and I was able to meet like minded people. I had planned on taking the exam soon after, however life got in the way.
- I got accepted into San Francisco State University’s Dietetic Program
- My husband and I moved
- I got a job at a pet store (that promotes healthy nutrition for dogs/cats–because I’m just such as well rounded nutritionist
).
- My husband got promoted, so that meant his work hours are ALOT longer than usual.
Yeah… a lot has changed (IN A GOOD WAY) since last summer, so studying for my personal trainer certification was set on hold for a bit.
Oh, and not to mention I was my sister’s personal nutritionist and “trainer” for a while. I’m proud to say that almost 50 pounds later, she’s 1.5 pounds from her goal weight!! Woo-hoo! Go Samy! I really have to admit that she’s quite impressive. Her discipline and determination is inspirational. I also really enjoyed our long (and painful) runs together. Samy, when my foot heals, we can start running again until our bones feel like breaking. 
Now using my short break in between semesters, I’m studying again. Although I’m learning quite a bit, I don’t feel I know enough just yet. I’m not the type to take an exam and just pass. I’m the type that would study all aspects of something and really get a good grasp of the material. When I feel like I have gained a strong working foundation, I’ll sign up for the exam. This way I’d know that I did all I could to have the best grade I could possibly have. With that said, I’m also using this blog to help me recap some of the information I’m learning. I hope you’ll learn along with me.
Dinner:
Pad See Ew (carrots, broccoli, tofu, rice noodles)
I also had me a bit of TJ’s sparking blueberry soda.
Well, it’s late. I must be getting to bed now.
Ooo that’s exciting to be studying to be a personal trainer! I look forward to you sharing what you learn along the way.
And congrats to your sister, that’s really awesome! Good for her. I seem to keep going up and down with my eating habits and exercise, and subsequently with my weight, not good. I need to get back on track!
I’m so excited!
Thanks for the honorable mention! Your guidance and full tank of knowledge helped get me here a lot faster than if I were to do it on my own, and yes we are gonna be running till we can’t run no mores.
awe you have me blushing
We are such twins, really. I just got my NASM book this week and am starting to study to take the test to be a certified personal trainer! And I have been helping my dad get healthier!
Oh that’s awesome that you’re also studying to be a PT. When do you plan on taking the test? I’ve been trying to get my dad to exercise for years! That’s cool that you’re able to help yours.