Trainers - ZIP Codes and Memberships

This section covers how the Locator works and how the ZIP codes you select to be listed under works. The Locator is based on software code that uses the longitude and latitude of the  ZIP codes and the Pythagorean Theorem. It is not perfectly accurate when dealing with large distances (because it does not take into account the natural curvature of the earth) but unless you plan on traveling several hundred miles to your clients, this method should be more than accurate to suit these purposes.

All Memberships register at least 1 ZIP code when listing. This ZIP Code is how you will be found in the Locator and does *not* have to be your mailing or physical address. Since the site supports traveling personal trainers, you enter the maximum number of miles (the radius) that you will travel from that ZIP Code.

*Trainers can sign up for a Free Membership.

All memberships are allowed to list at least 1 ZIP code. Trainers will enter the maximum number of miles they will travel from their ZIP code(s) and the Locator will consider that when returning the list of trainers. Accordingly, if you list your maximum mileage as 20 miles, you will not show up in results for ZIP codes more than 20 miles away. But by strategic use of the Maximum Mileage setting and the ZIP codes, a trainer can narrow down their target area quite effectively.

Trainers can earn or purchase any additional ZIP Codes they require. Since we are a site that promotes trainers, you earn ZIP Codes by helping to promote yourself and this site by providing articles, tips, recipes, and other original content.

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