Best NASM Podcast Network Podcasts (2025)

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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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Part I: How Narrative Identity Impacts Your Mindset & Recovery 23:15

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Are your words keeping you stuck? In this powerful episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body," host Angie Miller dives deep into "The I Am Trap"—the surprising danger hidden in two simple words: I am. From "I am anxious" to "I am not good enough," Angie explores how our self-identities and mental health stories can either limit or liberate us. Discover …

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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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Unpacking the Weird Science of Hip Mobility & TFL Tightness 13:34

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Unlock the mystery of the TFL stretch in this episode of the “NASM CPT Podcast” with Rick Richey. Have you ever followed all the textbook cues for stretching the Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) and still not felt that elusive stretch? You’re not alone—and Rick is here to challenge everything you think you know. Fresh off a gold Marcum Award win and a tr…

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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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Big Toe, Big Problems: Unlocking Athletic Performance from the Ground Up 18:44

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Step into the world of hidden connections in movement and injury with "Big Problems from the Big Toe" on the “NASM CPT Podcast.” Host Rick Richey shares a compelling real-life story of a pro MLB athlete plagued by hip pain—only to discover that the true culprit was a limitation in big toe extension. Curious how a small joint can disrupt the entire …

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

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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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Why Quitting Isn’t Failing: Lessons in Resilience from a Serial Entrepreneur 41:06

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Ready to unlock the secrets of thriving as a modern entrepreneur? In this must-listen episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” host Angie Miller sits down with featured guest, Roger Martin, CEO and co-founder of Rockbox Fitness and Thrive More Autopilot, to explore the real psychological edge behind business success and personal growth. Roger shares …

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Stomping in Weightlifting: Pro Tips, Pitfalls & Performance Impacts 17:46

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Ready to ignite debate in the weightlifting world? This can’t-miss episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast” dives deep into a hotly contested topic: “To Stomp or Not to Stomp.” Dr. Rick Richey breaks down the science and tradition behind the infamous stomp in Olympic lifting—why do some coaches love it, and others say it’s a waste of energy? Join Rick as …

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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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How Martial Arts Forged Fitness Leadership: The Pete Holman Story 52:54

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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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Scent, Memory, & Motivation: The Brain Science of Aromatherapy Explained 32:21

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Can a single scent truly transport you through time? In this captivating episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” host Angie Miller sits down with featured guest, clinical aromatherapist Jennifer Pressimone, to explore the extraordinary, often-overlooked power of scent on memory, motivation, and healing. Dive into the science behind how our sense of …

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A Trainer’s Guide: Easing Back Pain & Joint Stiffness in Older Clients 23:27

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Struggling to bridge the gap between young trainers and aging—or simply “worn”—clients? In this eye-opening episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey tackles one of the fitness industry’s most overlooked challenges: how to truly connect with and support older clients when you’re a younger trainer. Drawing on his own experiences as a nearl…

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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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The Science of Stretching: Boost Performance & Prevent Injury with Smarter Techniques 26:41

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Unlock the secrets to stretching smarter, not harder, in this must-listen episode of the NASM CPT Podcast, hosted by NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey. Are you confused about the difference between flexibility and mobility? Wondering which type of stretching—static, dynamic, active, or self-myofascial techniques—truly works best for your goals? R…

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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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Unlocking Better Sleep: Ayurvedic Insights on Exercise, Eating & Daily Routines 32:01

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Are your late-night gym sessions wrecking your sleep? What if the secret to better health and rest lies in balancing your day with ancient wisdom? In this eye-opening episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” host Angie Miller sits down with featured guest, Dr. Sweta Vikram—bestselling author, global speaker, and doctor of Ayurveda—to explore how East…

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Experts, Evidence & Errors: Navigating Truth in Fitness Science 35:22

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Can you really trust the science behind fitness and wellness? On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, dives deep into the world of peer reviewed scientific research—unpacking what it is, how it’s done, and why it matters for anyone serious about health, fitness, and personal training. Is all researc…

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

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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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Financial End Game: Retirement Planning and Wealth Building for Fitness Coaches 23:42

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Unlock the Secrets to Financial Fitness for Fitness Professionals!In this must-listen episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, multi-gym owner, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, dives deep into practical strategies to secure your financial future—no matter where you are in your fitness career. Are you a personal trainer or coach wondering ho…

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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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Conflict Avoidance & Chronic Stress: The Silent Burden You Didn’t See Coming 28:41

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Are you secretly a master at avoiding conflict and saying “yes” when you really want to scream “no?” In this eye-opening episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body”, host Angie Miller gets real about the hidden health crisis behind conflict avoidance and people pleasing—and how these self-sacrificing habits may be costing you more than you realize. Drawi…

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How to Use Muscle Energy Techniques for Neck Pain Relief 21:08

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Ever wake up with a mysterious pain in your neck and wonder which muscle is to blame?On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, takes you on a personal journey to solve his own "pain in the neck"—literally. From upper traps to scalenes to the elusive splenius cervicis, Rick unpacks how fitness professi…

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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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Opening a Fitness Business: Navigating Expenses, Taxes & Family Finances 21:20

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On this insightful episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, tackles a nuanced listener question from Ellie about the financial realities of going independent as a personal trainer. Rick dives into the classic advice that many entrepreneurs should expect to reinvest their profits for the first three to five y…

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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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From Overwhelm to Joy: Creative Leadership & Wellness in Uncertain Times 38:37

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In this heartfelt episode of "Strong Mind, Strong Body," host Angie Miller sits down with featured guest, Cynthia Flores—creative director at NASM and design leader at Future London Academy—to explore the powerful concept of “growing without a map.” If you’ve ever felt the pressure to meticulously plan your life or relied on vision boards to shape …

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Handling Client Drop-Offs: Reflection & Recovery Strategies for Trainers 17:24

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On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, takes on a challenge every personal trainer faces - clients who stop showing up—and never come back. Inspired by a listener question, Rick dives deep into the dynamics of client relationships and what trainers can do when someone vanishes after a family vacation, minor surge…

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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…