Train to Gain

Train to Gain: Master the Fundamentals of Muscle Growth with Expert Insight

Learn from industry professionals with real-world experience, gaining practical insights and expert guidance that you can immediately apply in your career

Boost your earning potential by enhancing your skills and expertise in growing your career to be a leader in the fitness industry

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Elevate Your Career With Our Train to Gain Course

The importance of building muscle effectively in fitness and athletic performance is more crucial than ever—and mastering the science behind muscle growth is a vital tool for every fitness professional. With the increasing demand for specialised training knowledge, understanding the principles and techniques for muscle development can set you apart and elevate the support you offer clients at every level.

1. Course Overview
2. Why Our Course is Essential
3. What's Involved?
4. Why Future Fit?
5. Flexible & Affordable Learning

Course Overview

To truly excel in the world of fitness and muscle development, it’s not enough to just understand the theory behind building muscle—you need practical, hands-on techniques that can be applied in real-world training scenarios. Our “Train to Gain” course offers the essential knowledge to help you support your clients in achieving their muscle-building goals effectively and safely. Whether you’re a gym instructor or a personal trainer this course will equip you with the proven strategies and expertise needed to guide your clients to optimal muscle growth and enhanced performance.

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Why Our Course is Essential

Expert Insights from Industry Leaders

The “Train to Gain” course brings together a wealth of expertise from respected contributors, including Jacqueline Hooton, Heather Oakes, and SoPT tutors. Their insights and guidance ensure that you’ll gain the most current and effective strategies for muscle building, delivered by professionals who understand the demands of the industry. This comprehensive, expert-led approach ensures you’re learning from the best to help your clients achieve their muscle growth goals.

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Designed for Upskilling and Career Growth

This course is the perfect opportunity for gym instructors looking to enhance their skills or personal trainers aiming to gain additional CPD. Whether you’re aiming to transition to a Level 4 qualification or simply want to deepen your expertise in muscle building, this course is tailored to support your professional growth. You’ll gain the essential knowledge and practical strategies to excel in your fitness career and offer your clients the results they want.

Practical Knowledge for Real-World Results

The “Train to Gain” course doesn’t just focus on theory. It equips you with practical, hands-on knowledge that you can immediately apply in your training sessions. With a focus on building muscle effectively, you’ll learn actionable strategies and proven techniques that lead to measurable results for your clients. This course is not just about learning; it’s about transforming that learning into tangible, real-world outcomes.

Flexible & Affordable Learning

We believe that high-quality training should be accessible and affordable. That’s why we offer flexible payment options to help you achieve your goals

Pay in FullPurchase your CPD course outright through our website for a quick and easy enrollment.

Flexible Payment PlansPay a deposit upfront and settle the remaining balance over time.

0% Finance Available Our 0% finance makes certain your education is is an affordable option.

What's Involved?

This industry-leading Train to Gain course is designed to meet the highest standards in muscle building education, offering a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to understanding hypertrophy and muscle growth. Developed by experts in the field, it covers key concepts such as types of muscle growth, training variables, nutrition, and advanced training techniques—ensuring you gain practical, in-demand skills to optimise your muscle-building strategies. Whether you’re a gym instructor, personal trainer, or fitness enthusiast, this course equips you with the knowledge to effectively design and implement training programmes that maximise muscle growth and performance.

Prerequisites and Entry Requirements

Learners are required to hold a Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing prior to the commencement of this course.
Content - Part 1
- Contributors
  This section introduces key figures in the field of muscle growth, including experts like Jacqueline Hooton and Heather Oakes. You’ll explore how their work has shaped the current understanding of hypertrophy, providing context for the rest of the course content.
- The History of Bodybuilding
  Learn about the evolution of bodybuilding, from its origins to the modern era. Understand the milestones, influential figures, and events that have shaped bodybuilding as both a sport and a fitness pursuit.
- Types of Muscle Growth
  Explore the two main types of muscle growth: sarcoplasmic hypertrophy (volume increase) and myofibrillar hypertrophy (fibre growth). This section will explain how each affects muscle size and strength, helping you tailor your training approach.
Content - Part 2
- What Influences Muscle Growth
  Understand the various factors influencing muscle growth, including genetics, age, sleep, recovery, and nutrition. Learn how to optimise these variables to enhance muscle development in your clients.
- Mechanisms for Growth
  Delve into the three primary mechanisms that trigger muscle growth: mechanical tension, muscle damage, and metabolic stress. You’ll learn how different training methods stimulate hypertrophy at the cellular level.
- Training Variables
  This section covers key training variables like intensity, volume, and rest periods, and how adjusting them can optimise muscle-building efforts. You’ll learn how to use these variables to prevent plateaus and ensure continuous progress.
Content - Part 3
- Advanced Approaches
  Learn about advanced techniques like drop sets, supersets, and eccentric overload. These approaches are designed to increase training intensity and break through muscle-building plateaus.
- Periodisation for Hypertrophy
  Explore how to plan and structure training cycles using linear, undulating, and block periodisation methods to prevent overtraining and ensure steady muscle growth.
- Nutrition for Hypertrophy
  Understand the role of macronutrients (protein, carbs, fats) and micronutrients in supporting muscle growth. This section covers the essentials of fuelling workouts, muscle recovery, and supplementation for optimal results.
- Bibliography and References
  This section provides a curated list of additional readings and references, ensuring you have access to credible, in-depth resources for continued learning in muscle growth and training.

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Why we are the Perfect Fit

We stand out above the rest

Our Train to Gain course is a standout programme, purposefully designed to equip gym instructors and personal trainers with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively build muscle in clients. This course combines expert insights and proven strategies to help you elevate your training methods and gain a deeper understanding of muscle growth.

We are committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based education that aligns with the latest research and best practices in exercise science. Whether you’re looking to upskill or gain CPD this course will enhance your expertise and support you in achieving better results for your clients while advancing your career in the fitness industry.

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Industry-Leading ExpertiseWith over 30 years of experience, Future Fit Training delivers high-quality, evidence-based training designed to meet the evolving needs of the health, fitness, and wellness industry.

Flexible Learning Solutions Utilising our flexible online training options, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your schedule.

Trusted by Leading BrandsFuture Fit Training partners with top health, fitness, and corporate organisations, demonstrating a proven track record in delivering high-impact training programs.

Recognised & Accredited QualificationsEquip yourself with industry-recognised certifications that enhance your professional credibility and contribute to the success of your career.

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Lucy Spraggan "I chose to train with future fit because I wanted to learn as much as I possibly could about the fitness industry. Future fit is like a family full of people from all walks of life and learning with them helps you take something from everyone."

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Don Armand "I chose to study with future fit because they were more than just a tick-box company selling something. We talked back and forth and got to know each others values, I know that what they align with fits into my direction and vice versa."

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Megan Rowland "There is a lot of confusing and misleading information available online, and it is my mission to help women understand they do not need to live a life of restriction in order to achieve their fitness goals."

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Victoria Williamson "I wanted to be confident the course provider I chose was going to give me the best knowledge base for my coaching career. Future Fit are the UK’s number 1 fitness training course provider, and their course makes it easy for me to fit into my lifestyle as an Athlete."

How will this course help me start a fitness business?
This course addresses one of the key skills for fitness and wellbeing professionals, particularly those who are looking to establish their own business. The course looks at various different business elements to equip you with the skills and knowledge to get started on your own.
- Planning your fitness business
- Marketing & building a brand
- Selling your service
- Managing your business and clients
How do I know you’re the best training provider for my course?
- We have over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry
- We were winners of the ukactive's Training Provider of the Year in 2016 & 2017
- We are ISO 9001:2015 registered by the British Standards Institute
- We offer you affordable and flexible payment options
- Our flexible training format allows you to train at your own pace and in your own time
- You will receive unlimited support throughout your training
- Our team of experienced and highly qualified tutors make your training rewarding and fun
What is CIMSPA?
CIMSPA (the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) is the professional organisation that provides development, leadership, support and empowerment for professionals working in sport and physical activity. Their goal is to create a standardised industry that everyone, from apprentices to CEOs, are confident in and proud to be part of. Some quick key facts are:
- Backed by Sport England and DCMS (Department for Culture, Media and Sport) to lead developments in the sports and physical activity sector's workforce.
- Set a rigorous system for standardising all sport and exercise professionals, assessments and awarding and validating qualifications.
- Has membership options for everyone working in, or interested in working in, the sport and physical activity world.
- CIMSPA already provides a route to chartered status for those working in leisure operations, and is developing similar routes for the whole of the sector.
For more information go to www.cimspa.co.uk.
Is there a deadline to complete my training?
Once you have enrolled on one of our courses, you will find that each individual training module within your programme has a recommended time frame for completion. These time frames have been developed to encourage you to succeed and ensure you become qualified. The overall deadline to complete your course will be dependent on the courses you have purchased. Please refer to your enrolment form and the terms and conditions to see the relevant deadlines.
How long will the course take? How many hours should I study for per week?
The course length will be dependent on the time you are able to dedicate to your study. The more time available, the quicker you are likely to complete your course. Our courses have been designed to study both part-time and full-time for all of our students, therefore the best way to work out how much time you need to study is to work out how many hours a week you can dedicate. If you still need more support please contact our Learners Support on 01329 823400.
How will I be able to advertise my business to potential clients?
Our Nutrition and Weight Management Course contains a lesson dedicated to marketing your services as a nutrition adviser with lots of useful advice on promoting your business.