Role-specific Fitness Instructor Interview Questions & Answers:

1. Tell me are you CPR certified?

Yes I am cpr certified tho it has just recently became out-of-date.

2. What do you do for a job as Fitness Trainer?

I'm a personal trainer and a fitness instructor so I'm basically paid to be the giant pain in the ass who gets people out of bed and exercising every day!

3. What works best in motivating an aerobics group?

In my experience upbeat music and weight loss competitions are two things that really motivate an aerobics group.

4. What do you do to enhance clientele?

I maintain a client referral list and make cold contacts; I also promote the gym and fitness services via face book and other social media platforms.

5. What is CPR certification?

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) consists of mouth-to-mouth respiration and chest compression. CPR allows oxygenated blood to circulate to vital organs such as the brain and heart.

6. Tell me what are your professional qualifications?

A trainer's education may be a certification and coursework from a health organization, degrees in physical education and adult fitness, and any relevant coursework or degree: psychology, biology, etc.

7. Are you more comfortable in group or personal training?

Though I specialize in personal training and enjoy setting individual goals and attaining them more, I work equally well with client groups.

8. What gives you confidence you can lead an aerobics group?

I have experience in teaching classes so I know I am capable. I am well spoken and can lead very well. I also have a deep voice which gives me a presence.

9. What are your favorite machines for cardiovascular exercises?

My personal favorites are the elliptical, stationery bike and treadmill. These three equipments are most commonly used and most enjoyed by clients in addition to being the most effective ones.

10. What do you like about your job in Fitness Trainer?

Getting to meet new and interesting people and helping them to change their lives. Some of my clients are now friends and some have lost - and kept off - an incredible amount of weight. As everyone's getting bigger and less fit, it's important we all stay aware of our own bodies.