How to become a fitness model, according to real fitness models

Have you ever noticed stunningly beautiful women showing their chiseled abs while scrolling through social media? If yes, you probably have seen a fitness model.

A fitness model is a growing tribe of men and women showcasing their toned bodies and athletic endurance to promote products of numerous kinds.

Much in demand for their looks and their physical capabilities, fitness modeling is an exciting career. Both female and male fitness models are in high order as brands look to promote their products.

As a fitness model, you:

• Pose for fitness productions
• Perform for commercials
• Post on social media
• Participate in competitions
• Work with brands to promote their products
• Booking jobs and clients

If you are looking for a career as a fitness model, here are insights into the world of fitness modeling and answers to the pertinent question - how to become a fitness model from real female fitness models.

Fitness Modeling as a Career

The modeling industry is a highly competitive world. The constant Instagram feeds of beautiful ladies in their bikini bods must not fool you. As Lola Chél puts it, becoming a fitness model is not like magic. You need lots of physical and mental commitment, dedication to your chosen path, and love for what you do. Lola is an international model and a model coach.

You may start small, but eventually, by working hard, a big-named agency might sign you, says Alex Silver-Fagan, a yoga trainer and an accomplished fitness model.

A career in fitness modeling has many benefits. For a start, the average earning of a fitness model is between $40,000 and $70,000 per year. Higher paychecks are possible, given you can schedule well.

But Suzanne Cover says fitness modeling shouldn't be your sole earning model. You must always find an alternate income source, given the long-wait periods between calls for a shoot. For those who don't know, Suzanne runs a wine consulting business.

As you meet and network with people in your modeling career, other opportunities step in automatically. For example, Alex got contributing jobs as a fitness trainer through her modeling network, and Susan's wine consulting got a shot because of her modeling career.

Challenges

1. Being Fit Everyday - The foremost challenge for fitness model women is having a body suitable for a shoot. You must constantly work on your body to make it camera-ready. A fitness shoot does not just involve posing before cameras. You may have to run around a track for that perfect running pose and do some exercises; thus, the shoots become physically taxing.
   
   
2. Rejections are Inevitable - Even though you are fit and are at your absolute best, you may get rejected for a role. You must take rejections in your stride and move forward. Suzanne says that body awareness and confidence are two essential things in this industry.
3. No fixed schedule - Last-minute call is common in fitness modeling. Suddenly you get a call the night before for a shoot early in the morning. Such instances make it challenging to accomplish personal commitments, says Suzanne.

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