Barbara Zabawa

Barbara Zabawa, a wellness law expert with 25 years of experience and the owner of wellnesslaw.com, joins the conversation to demystify the legal landscape for fitness professionals. She explains the key differences between certification and licensure, and reveals why many trainers misunderstand their legal protections. The discussion covers scope of practice, outlining when trainers should refer clients to licensed healthcare providers. Additionally, Zabawa warns about the surprising legal risks of online training, highlighting the need for better industry standards.