Best Chris Hitchko Podcasts (2025)

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Africa CPT Guemra_ How to become a Personal Trainer Morocco 13:24

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! What if your training career wasn’t limited by a sales quota or a noisy gym floor? We sit down with Moroccan coach Abdul Jalil Guemra to map his leap into a five-star medical spa where fitness coaches work alongside doctors, physical therapists, and dietitians to design true longevity p…

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From Equinox to 10k per Month - Tyrus the life of an independent Personal Trainer 46:42

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Ever wonder why top trainers walk away from big-name gyms even when the pay looks great on paper? We sit down with Tyrus to unpack his leap from Equinox to independent training, the fears that came with it, and the unexpected relief of having space, time, and creative control. He shares…

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INDIA - Pro Tips for Personal Trainers w/ S&C coach Arjun Jain 36:31

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! What if the real difference between a stagnant coaching career and an elite one isn’t a new certificate, but how you learn, coach, and connect? We sit down with Arjun, a Mumbai-based strength and conditioning coach working with Olympians and top prospects, to unpack the real substance o…

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NASM CPT Made Easy: Pass in 30-days w/ SUF NASM GUIDE 23:10

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Struggling to turn dense textbook prep into real coaching skill? We open the door to a smarter path—one that helps you pass your CPT and step onto the floor with confidence. Ashley leads a clear, practical tour through the Overhead Squat Assessment, the must‑know overactive and underact…

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Helping Trainers Get More Clients Q&A w/ Chris 14:49

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Want a steady stream of five-star reviews, real referrals, and a calendar that fills itself without paid ads? We unpack a simple, ethical system that trades meaningful value for timely action, guiding clients to leave reviews while they’re already engaged and excited. You’ll hear how to…

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Passing NASM At 63 w/ SUF Study Guide & Tutoring 35:19

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! A 63-year-old pivoted careers and passed the NASM CPT by changing how he studied, not who he is. We open the playbook we used together: a clean path through the OPT model, phase-by-phase variables, and the corrective decisions that make both the test and client sessions click. If you’ve…

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Life Time Fitness Sacramento How to Get Hired w/ SUF-CPT Ayanna 21:43

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Ever watched a dream job slip through your fingers because of nerves and tech chaos, then found a way to win it back? That’s the heart of our conversation with Ayanna, a determined trainer who went from CrossFit and PT settings to a full-time role at Lifetime Fitness—after a botched rem…

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Ep. 365 How to build an Online PT business w/ SUF-CPT & Hybrid Coach Caleb Tomasin 34:49

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! From Rugby at Cal to Online SUF-CPT: Coach Caleb: caleb_tomasin You don’t need a massive following to build a real coaching business. You need fundamentals, live feedback, and the courage to ship imperfect work. We sit down with Caleb to unpack how hands-on experience at a performance g…

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How to NETWORK with a Physical Therapist Dr. David Skolnik 22:29

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! The fastest way to raise your rates isn’t a new logo or a shiny app. It’s raising your standard. We sit down with Dr. David Skolnik, a physical therapist who teaches trainers, to unpack why the floor of fitness education is so low—and the exact skills that move you from “gig job” to tru…

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Is NASM CPT worth it? SNAP trainer NASM review 22:51

17d ago22:51

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Nicholas: Tik Tok Crag Monkey Fitness Ready for a blunt look at what actually makes a great trainer? We sit down with Nicholas, a new coach who passed a major certification, stepped onto the gym floor, and realized the test didn’t prepare him to handle real clients with pain, limitation…

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Pickleball How to design a workout and get clients paying $100+ 17:27

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! The pickleball surge isn’t just hype—it’s a business runway for trainers who know how to assess, prevent injury, and program with purpose. We dig into a practical system you can use today: start by hiring a top local pickleball coach, learn the game from the inside, and open a direct li…

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Top Personal Training Certifications Ranked (2025 Tier List: NASM vs ISSA vs SUF-CPT) 20:30

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Most trainers don’t fail for lack of passion; they fail because no one showed them how to turn knowledge into coached reps and coached reps into confident sales. We walk straight through the credential maze—C-tier certs like NASM/ACE/ISSA, nonprofit mainstays NSCA/ACSM, the CSCS and kin…

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Pass Your CPT 2025/26 | NASM ACE ISSA NSCA ACSM 40:55

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Pass any Textbook personal training certification with the SUF study guide. SUF has helped over 5,300 personal trainers get certified Most trainers are told to read more and “trust the process,” then left to sink in a sea of acronyms and 800-page manuals. We take a sharper route: pass y…

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Mindset Makeover & Goal Setting for Personal Trainers 20:38

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Down 21–7 in the fourth? That’s how most trainers feel when goals are vague, leads are random, and revenue wobbles. We flip that script with a practical playbook: define KPIs, run 90-day sprints, test weekly like an athlete, and hold public accountability so momentum has nowhere to hide…

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Gym Ownership at Age 23 w/ Coach.Madds 41:30

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! IG: Coach.madds Become a personal trainer and get certified for life SUF-CPT Ever wondered what it takes to open your own gym at just 23 years old? Coach Mads shares her extraordinary journey from battling anorexia as a teenager to becoming a successful gym owner with a thriving boutiqu…

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From Construction Worker to Full Time Personal Trainer 24:54

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! TikTok @seanokstr83 Instagram @sean.straub.313 Facebook Sean Straub What happens when you trade a stable construction paycheck for the uncertainty of becoming a personal trainer in your 40s? Sean's journey will inspire anyone feeling trapped in their career. After years in construction,…

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Overhead Squat Analysis, Text Neck & Posture w/ E3 Rehab DPT Chris Hughen 28:42

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Follow Doc Chris IG: Chrishughen Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/E3Rehab Website: https://e3rehab.com/ NASM / ACE trainers are gonna want to listen to this podcast with Dr. Hughen from E3 Rehab debunking perfect posture, text neck, FMS and the overhead squat analysis. The fitness ind…

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INDIA Cricket-to-Fitness | Cricketer Jay SUF-CPT 27:52

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Listen to IPL cricketeer Jay IG: im_jayasurya and Devang talk about the life of a personal trainer in Chennai India. What happens when a cricket career ends due to injury? For Jaisurya, it became the beginning of a transformative journey into the world of personal training. In this capt…

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How to train a client w/ Metabolic Syndrome 18:11

2M ago18:11

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Ever wondered how to properly design a fitness program for someone with metabolic syndrome? Meet "Metabolic Mary," our 44-year-old avatar client who presents with multiple risk factors including hypertension, elevated resting heart rate, and poor overall fitness. This episode dives deep…

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How to build your CHEST #Chesticles 15:27

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Ready to transform your chest training and finally see real growth? This episode dives deep into the science and practical application of optimizing chest development for both beginners and experienced lifters. Starting with a case study of an online client who successfully grew his soc…

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LIVE Ep. 252 How to get hired at EQUINOX w/ Top Eq Trainer Meghan in Santa Monica 47:11

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Want to get hired at Equinox? Show Up Fitness CPT has helped get more trainers hired at Equinox than any fitness company. Learn how to ace the interview and get hired at the BEST gym for personal trainers. Breaking into the elite world of personal training isn't just about looking the p…

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Devang & Suman (INDIA) A Trainers 12-year Journey w/ struggles & advice 45:45

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! DeVang explores what it's like to become a trainer in Delhi India w/ IG: Thebongbeast What does it really take to succeed as a personal trainer in today's competitive fitness industry? Forget the Instagram highlight reels - this raw, honest conversation with 12-year veteran trainer Suma…

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Ep. 250 How to make 13k/ Month as a Personal Trainer | SUF-CPT Cody in North Carolina 34:04

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! What does it take to build a thriving personal training business that generates over $13,000 in just 20 days? Cody Maynard returns to the Show Up Fitness Podcast to reveal exactly how he's projecting a $150,000 annual income after only eight months as an independent trainer. The secret …

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Should you get NASM certified 2025 | NASM vs McDonalds, who did it better | NASM breakdown 22:41

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Ever wondered why so many personal trainers struggle despite having "gold standard" certifications? This eye-opening exploration pulls back the curtain on the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) - the fitness industry's equivalent of McDonald's. Founded in 1987 by Dr. Robert Gold…

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Why Trainers Struggle With Sales — And How to Fix It 36:44

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! The hidden truth behind successful personal training isn't just exercise knowledge—it's mastering the art of sales. After surveying countless fitness professionals about why trainers quit the industry, one answer stood out: the inability to sell their services effectively. Most trainers…

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How to program for an elderly client (70+ yrs young) 26:07

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Falls among the elderly cost our healthcare system over $50 billion annually—a staggering figure made even more heartbreaking when you realize many are preventable through proper strength training. Yet the fitness industry continues pushing ineffective "gentle" approaches that fail to p…

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From NFL Punter to Elite Personal Trainer w/ Jake Schum 22:19

3M ago22:19

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Jake's IG: Jake_Schum Ever wonder what happens when a professional athlete's career ends? Jake Schum's remarkable journey from NFL punter to elite fitness coach offers a masterclass in resilience and reinvention. Jake takes us through his winding path to professional football—starting w…

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INDIA - From Engineer to Teacher of Personal Trainers 8:15

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Show Up Fitness is launching our NEW podcast with IG D_fit_man director of India operations & education, Devang. Anytime you see INDIA, these podcasts will be specific to the 28 States in India. Still a great podcast for EVERYONE, but focused on the 1.4 billion friends in India. What do…

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NASM EXAM CHEAT SHEET | TUTOR SESSION W/ SUF 5,200 SUCCESSFULLY PASSED NASM CPT 33:01

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Email [email protected] with your five-star review to get the NASM cheat sheet. Chapter 12 in How to Become A Successful Personal Trainer vol. 2 will help you pass. Leave a 5 star review for $200 worth of FREe nasm resources to pass in less than 30 days if you cannot get a refund. …

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RP Diet App w/ CEO Nick Shaw | Renaissance Periodization (RP Strength) 37:32

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Renaissance Periodization, CEO Nick Shaw. What happens when you combine a PhD in exercise science with practical bodybuilding experience and build it into a multi-million dollar fitness empire? Nick Shaw, co-founder of RP Strength, reveals the fascinating journey from basement workouts …

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How to Launch an Online Fitness Business 29:58

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Ready to transform your personal training knowledge into a thriving online business? This comprehensive guide breaks down the essential steps that separate successful online coaches from those who struggle to gain traction. The fitness industry has become increasingly saturated with tra…

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Ep. 240 Bio-Energetics w/ Dr. Jacob Goodin | CSCS Accelerator 51:11

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Dr. Jacob Goodin - https://www.drjacobgoodin.com/cscs-accelerator Ever feel overwhelmed by energy systems, wondering why your clients need to know about ATP or glycolysis? Dr. Jacob Goodin cuts through the complexity to reveal how bioenergetics knowledge transforms your coaching from gu…

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The DEATH of ONLINE Personal Trainers | AI Predictions 21:29

4M ago21:29

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! The fitness industry is on the brink of a massive transformation, and artificial intelligence will be the catalyst. Drawing from twenty years of experience as a trainer and gym owner, I'm making a bold prediction: AI will eliminate more personal training jobs than COVID did in 2020, whe…

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Dr. Pat Davidson Mastering Athletic Patterns 52:26

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Dr. Pat Davidson reveals a revolutionary approach to understanding human movement through an evolutionary lens on this episode of the Show Up Fitness Podcast. Rather than treating exercises as arbitrary selections, Davidson presents his comprehensive seven-pillar model that creates a sy…

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How to make $15,000 as a Personal Trainer w/ Poojan & Shah Athletics in PA 40:37

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Poojan's IG - Shahathletics from Lancaster PA. What does it take to triple your personal training rates and build a six-figure fitness business in just 18 months? Poojan's journey from gym trainer to thriving entrepreneur offers a masterclass in leveling up your fitness career through s…

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Ep. 236 Anaheim Fit Expo GIVEAWAY w/ Coach360 CEO Kathleen Ferguson 14:06

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Share in your story to be eligible for 1 of 10 FREE Coach360 Career Lab LIVE at the Anaheim FIT Expo in CA. Tickets get you access to Friday's class and the 2 day Fit Expo on Saturday & Sunday August 1-3rd. Have you ever wondered why so many certified personal trainers struggle to build…

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Pass NASM in 1-2 weeks w/ Vol. 2 How to Become A Successful Personal Trainer ch. 12 16:49

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! "Who am I to teach somebody else?" These words from our guest Sylvina perfectly capture the paralyzing self-doubt that keeps countless passionate fitness enthusiasts from pursuing their personal training certifications. Her story is both relatable and inspiring - after experiencing a pe…

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Becoming a trainer in your 40's w/ Michelle | From Medical Field to Fitness Entrepreneur 30:36

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! What does it take to leave behind a 20-year healthcare career and build a thriving fitness business? Meet Michelle Smith, who took the leap from medical professional to gym owner and never looked back. Michelle's journey begins with a whisper—literally. While running one day, she heard …

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What Every Personal Trainer Needs to Know About Legal Protection 28:20

4M ago28:20

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Professor Barabara Zabawa owner of wellnesslaw.com and author of Quick & Easy Wellness Law: "No Fluff" Answers to Wellness Practitioners' Most Common Legal Questions & Law for Fitness Managers and Exercise Professionals What's the real difference between certification and licensure? Can…

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Become A Personal Trainer India Gujarat w/ Teacher of Trainers Devang 23:14

4M ago23:14

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Devang IG = d_fit_man The fitness industry struggles with a respect problem. Whether in the United States or India, personal trainers often fight an uphill battle against stigmas that minimize their profession as "just a side hustle" rather than a legitimate career path. This eye-openin…

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$1.4m Trainer Lawsuit: Why PT assessments are so important 23:16

5M ago23:16

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! What happens when a trainer skips proper assessment and puts a client with previous back surgery through burpees, jumping jacks, and speed deadlifts? A $1.4 million lawsuit and a powerful lesson for every fitness professional. The landmark case of Baldy-Perry versus Kaifus exposes the d…

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Hip Pain Explained: FAI w/ DPT Coleman 33:36

5M ago33:36

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Doc Coleman, a physical therapist specializing in athletic rehabilitation, takes us deep into the misunderstood world of hip pain—specifically femoral acetabular impingement (FAI). This condition affects countless young athletes but is frequently misdiagnosed as simple IT band tightness…

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From NASCAR to Independent Personal Trainer Cody in North Carolina 34:53

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Want to ask us a question? Email email [email protected] with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: Show Up Fitness CPT TikTok: Show Up Fitness CPT Website: https://www.showupfitness.com/ Become a Personal Trainer Book (Ama…

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Ep. 229 Muscle Contractions: Pass NASM/ACE/ISSA/SUF 23:07

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Need to pass NASM/ACE/ISSA/NSCA/SUF, master muscle contractions. Everything isotonic, isometric, isokinectic. Become a successful personal trainer by reading chapter 12 How to Become A Successful Personal Trainer vol. 2 to pass in 30-days Muscular contractions form the foundation of all…

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How to train a client who had Rhabdomyolysis 21:16

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! The fitness industry has a dark secret that qualified trainers need to address head-on: exercise-induced rhabdomyolysis. This potentially life-threatening condition, once primarily associated with catastrophic events or extreme military training, has become disturbingly common in regula…

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Mastering Macro Math: A Trainer's Guide to Becoming A Nutrition Coach 22:07

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Become a Nutrition Coach with Show Up Fitness [email protected] Transforming your clients' nutrition habits requires more than just telling them to "eat more protein" or "cut the carbs." As fitness professionals, we need to understand the science behind macro calculations while rec…

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Ep. 226 (India) Passion meets Profession w/ Shubh Hamirwasia from Maharashtra 19:39

5M ago19:39

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Shubh Hamirwasia IG: Kaaffi_shubh from Maharashtra India. Transform your career as a personal trainer in India. Become a certified personal trainer with Show Up Fitness CPT recognized globally. Ever wondered how a personal struggle with weight could transform into a thriving fitness car…

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Ep. 225 Should you WORKOUT when your SICK 11:27

5M ago11:27

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Navigating the delicate balance between consistency and recovery is essential for every fitness enthusiast. Have you ever struggled with deciding whether to push through a workout while feeling under the weather? This episode provides clarity on this common dilemma by exploring the scie…

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Dr. Farnsworth Overcoming A Torn Achilles / Achilles Injuries 34:08

6M ago34:08

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Dr.justinfarnsworth - IG Dr. Justin Farnsworth turns conventional wisdom about Achilles tendon injuries upside down in this eye-opening conversation about prevention, rehabilitation, and performance training. With recent high-profile NBA Achilles injuries making headlines, his practical…

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14 Yr old girl basketball workout | Needs analysis for basketball programming 22:13

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Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why! Ever wondered what goes into creating an effective training program for a young athlete? This episode dives deep into designing a comprehensive workout regimen specifically tailored for a 14-year-old female basketball player, revealing the science, psychology, and practical consideratio…