About Personal Training Equipment

Personal trainers typically meet clients in homes or public gyms. They don't need to carry large exercise machines such as treadmills, recumbent bicycles or stair steppers. It is best for personal trainers to carry an assortment of equipment that the trainer prefers to get the best results. Depending on the equipment that the client already owns, a personal trainer needs to learn more about personal training equipment supplies such as jump ropes, free weights, yoga mats and weighted vests.

  1. Certified

    • Get a certification and purchase certified personal training equipment from an accredited organization such as the International Association of Resistance Trainers (see Resources).

    Medical Equipment

    • Prepare for emergencies by carrying a blood pressure monitor, defibrillator and ice packs.

    Measure

    • Offer clients measuring services with your equipment, such as body fat calipers, scales and force gauges.

    Add-Ons

    • Increase your offerings by owning a portable massage table to provide clients with a massage following training sessions.

    Technology

    • Invest in software that you can bring on a notebook computer to provide nutrition analysis and diet recommendations based on calories and personal lifestyles. Use a personal trainer program to develop a healthy living plan for clients.