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101 Content Ideas for Gyms, Personal Trainers, and Fitness Brands

  • Writer: Paiton Jean
    Paiton Jean
  • Apr 29
  • 3 min read

Updated: May 6

Whether you’re a solo personal trainer or run a full-service fitness studio, showing up consistently online is a non-negotiable in today’s marketing world. But coming up with content on top of client sessions, programming, and admin work? It can be TOUGH! That’s why I pulled together this list of 101 content ideas for gyms and fitness professionals to help you show up, stand out, and connect with your ideal clients without reinventing the wheel each time you post.

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Education-Based Content (Show your expertise)

  1. How to fix common form mistakes

  2. Difference between strength vs. hypertrophy training

  3. What’s the deal with macros?

  4. Best pre- and post-workout snacks

  5. Why rest days are crucial

  6. Supplements 101 (break down creatine, BCAAs, etc.)

  7. Stretching myths—what works

  8. Pros and cons of training fasted

  9. How to progressively overload safely

  10. How sleep impacts your fitness progress

Behind-the-Scenes (Build trust + connection)

  1. What a typical day in your life looks like

  2. How you prep for client sessions

  3. A peek inside your gym bag

  4. How you program workouts

  5. Tour of your studio or home gym

  6. How you clean/sanitize equipment

  7. Client check-in routine

  8. Monthly goal-planning process

  9. Your own workout setup

  10. How you balance fitness with life

Engagement Prompts (Start conversations)

  1. What’s one workout you love to hate?

  2. Coffee before or after the gym?

  3. Morning workouts or night sessions?

  4. Cardio vs. lifting – which do you prefer?

  5. What fitness myth do you wish people would stop believing?

  6. Share a gym fail story

  7. What’s your go-to pump-up song?

  8. Poll: Do you track your workouts?

  9. Would you rather: burpees or mountain climbers?

  10. What's your gym pet peeve?

Transformation + Testimonial Content (Build social proof)

  1. Client before-and-after photos (with permission)

  2. Screenshot of a client win

  3. “What my client said” – real testimonial quote

  4. Progress updates from clients

  5. A client shoutout post

  6. “Client of the Month” feature

  7. Your own transformation journey

  8. Then vs. now (confidence, strength, etc.)

  9. Highlight a long-term client relationship

  10. How you tailor training to unique goals

Tips + Mini Trainings (Provide value)

  1. Quick core workout

  2. How to warm up properly

  3. 3 mobility drills everyone should try

  4. Beginner strength training routine

  5. At-home workout ideas

  6. Foam rolling tutorial

  7. Tips to stay consistent while traveling

  8. How to set fitness goals that stick

  9. 5 habits of strong, healthy people

  10. Gym confidence tips for beginners

Nutrition & Wellness (Go beyond workouts)

  1. Easy meal prep hacks

  2. Grocery store favorites

  3. Sample day of eating

  4. Debunking fad diets

  5. Hydration tips

  6. How to stop obsessing over calories

  7. Healthy snacks for busy people

  8. “What I eat in a day” video

  9. Quick protein-packed meals

  10. Balancing fitness with real life

Relatable & Entertaining Content (Add personality)

  1. Gym fails compilation

  2. Trainer reacts to fitness TikToks

  3. “Expectation vs. reality” workout reels

  4. When the pre-workout hits too hard

  5. Things personal trainers never say

  6. Gym stereotypes skit

  7. What my friends think I do vs. reality

  8. Your worst client excuse

  9. When someone says “muscle turns to fat”

  10. POV-style reels from your day

Promotional & Sales Posts (Don’t forget to sell!)

  1. Announce a new client spot

  2. Offer a limited-time deal

  3. Promote a fitness challenge

  4. Gift card or referral promo

  5. Share your service menu

  6. Push a seasonal training offer

  7. Launching new merch or training blocks

  8. Special group class event

  9. Share a client case study

  10. Invite people to DM you for custom plans

Thought Leadership & Beliefs (Stand out from the crowd)

  1. Why you don’t believe in “quick fixes”

  2. Your thoughts on diet culture

  3. What sets you apart as a trainer

  4. Why you focus on strength > aesthetics

  5. How you approach mindset coaching

  6. What motivates you to keep showing up

  7. A fitness myth you’re tired of hearing

  8. Why fitness is about more than just looks

  9. How you got started in the industry

  10. Your personal fitness philosophy

Timely & Seasonal Content (Stay relevant)

  1. New Year goal setting

  2. Summer shred prep tips

  3. Holiday workout schedule

  4. Tips to stay on track during busy seasons

  5. Back-to-school workout routine

  6. Fall fitness challenge

  7. Mental health awareness month posts

  8. National Nutrition Month content

  9. Summer vs. winter training pros & cons

  10. How to stay motivated in colder months

Bonus Idea

  1. Share this list with your audience to help them create their own routine!

Stay Consistent

Your content doesn’t have to be complicated to be effective. With this list of 101 content ideas, you’ll never run out of ways to show up, educate, entertain, and attract your dream fitness clients. Keep it simple and stay consistent.

Need help turning these ideas into a full month-by-month content plan, or are you ready for a Business Breakthrough Session to dive deep into your brand?


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