Are you studying to become a personal trainer or just started your training career? NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey takes listeners on an informative and engaging journey to help establish a solid foundation in your fitness path.
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Looking to strengthen both your mental and physical state? You’ve come to the right place. Host, NASM Master Instructor, and health therapist Angie Miller discusses how to best balance and enhance both of these important facets.
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Opening a Fitness Business: Navigating Expenses, Taxes & Family Finances
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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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From Overwhelm to Joy: Creative Leadership & Wellness in Uncertain Times
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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
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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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Opening Day Disasters: What New Gym Owners Need to Know
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In this eye-opening episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, pulls back the curtain on gym ownership, sharing a raw and honest account of the unexpected hurdles he recently faced while opening a new gym location in New York City. With his signature blend of humor and candor, Rick walks listeners through a ch…
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Understanding Internal Family Systems: Transform Your Fitness & Wellness Journey
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On this transformative episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” host Angie Miller invites you to take a deep dive into your inner world and revolutionize the way you approach fitness, nutrition, and wellness. Angie explores the powerful framework of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and unpacks how the different “parts” of our personality can both protec…
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Movement vs. Exercise: Rethinking Fitness with Katy Bowman & Diana Hill
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On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, welcomes featured guests, renowned authors, Katy Bowman and Diana Hill, to discuss their new book, "I Know I Should Exercise, But..." This insightful conversation dives deep into the challenges people face when it comes to building a sustainable movement pract…
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Preparing for Success: How to Stand Out in Your Gym Trainer Interview
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Ready to land your first personal training job?In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, winner of the Sharecare Emmy Award, breaks down everything you need to know to ace your gym interview—whether you’re a fitness newcomer or a seasoned pro. Rick shares his own story (including a memorable mug-selling challenge!), gives practic…
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How Emotional Outsourcing Impacts Women: Safety, Belonging & Worth Explained with Bea Albina
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In this insightful episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” host Angie Miller sits down with featured guest Bea Albina, author of the forthcoming book End Emotional Outsourcing. Together, they explore the concept of emotional outsourcing—a term coined by Bea to encompass codependent, perfectionist, and people-pleasing habits that keep us seeking vali…
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How to Effectively Stretch & Train Your Quads for Optimal Performance
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In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey takes listeners on an engaging, in-depth exploration of the quads—the powerful muscles of the front thigh affectionately known as "thunder thighs" and “Quadzilla." Rick dives into the fascinating anatomy and function of the quadriceps muscle group, breaking down its four key components: the vastus latera…
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Easy & Effective: Why a Daily Mile Might Be the Exercise You Need
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On this “NASM CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey takes a deep dive into the surprising benefits—and occasional pitfalls—of running a mile a day. Recalling those dreaded school PE mandates to “run the mile,” Rick explores how this accessible and straightforward form of exercise can transform health for people of all fitness levels. Drawing from current …
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From Stress to Support: Building Psychological Safety for Wellbeing
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In this “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” host Angie Miller sits down with featured guest, licensed mental health counselor and employee assistance professional, Adria Chambers, for a deep dive into psychological safety—what it truly means and why it’s become such a prominent topic at work and at home. Angie and Adria explore the subtle signs of psycholo…
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Understanding the Trapezius: Upper, Mid, & Lower Trap Functions Explained
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On this “NASM CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey takes a deep dive into one of the body’s most impressive and misunderstood muscle groups: the trapezius, a.k.a. the "Goldberg muscles." Inspired by the awe-inspiring traps seen on athletes like Bill Goldberg, Rick explores the anatomy, function, and training strategies for building strong and balanced tr…
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Personal Training 101: Building Simple, Effective Workout Programs with Joe Drake
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On this “NASM CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, welcomes featured guest, Joe Drake, CEO and founder of Axiom Fitness Academy, for an essential deep dive into one of the biggest questions new personal trainers face: “How do I actually build a program for my first client?” Rick and Joe pull back the curtain on this universa…
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Unlocking Client Motivation: Why Emotional Connection Matters in Coaching
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In this episode of "Strong Mind, Strong Body," host Angie Miller dives into the top "coaching crimes" that might be haunting your coaching practice and keeping your clients from getting the results they deserve. Forget true crime dramas—Angie examines the real-life missteps that personal trainers, wellness, and health coaches make, from failing to …
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The Power of Movement: Why Mobility Training Matters More Than Ever with Dennis Dunphy
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On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey welcomes featured guest, Dennis Dunphy, co-founder of Stick Mobility, for an insightful conversation about one of fitness’s biggest hot topics: mobility training. Rick kicks off by sharing how Stick Mobility tools have become a staple in his gyms, not just for their versatility, but also t…
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It’s time to further explore that large, popular muscle that sits on the top of the arm. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into all things involving, and around, the bicep. He’ll explore the origin of the word, “biceps,” explain the two proximal attachments, and discuss why that ice cream scoop bi…
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How Your Habits Are Secretly Sabotaging Your Life
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Feel like you're stuck in the same old patterns? Keep trying to break bad habits but falling back into them? Despite what you think, it's not about willpower. In this insightful “Strong Mind, Strong Body” monologue presentation, host Angie Miller breaks down why you do what you do (even when you don't want to) and shares simple, real-life strategie…
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Let’s get your week kicked off just right with a deep dive into Greek alphabet. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the large, triangular shoulder muscle, named because its shape resembles the Greek letter, Delta. Dr. Richey discusses the three distinct heads of the muscle (anterior, la…
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Exploring the Importance of Lateral Training
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This episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast” focuses on how moving side to side can help move your fitness forward. Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guests, Brrrn Co-Founders Johnny Adamic, and Jimmy T. Martin, explore all facets of lateral training, why slides boards have become so popular with all different fitness ent…
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Why You Hate Being Wrong (And What Really Matters Instead)
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Think you hate admitting mistakes? Think again. Research reveals we don't actually fear being wrong - we fear being dismissed, attacked, or losing connection. On this “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” discover hidden reasons people refuse to apologize, why "What's wrong with you?" destroys relationships, and the surprising truth about what people really …
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Bill Parisi: Understanding Speed & Athleticism to Build Your Business
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Let’s talk about the need for understanding speed. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, is joined by featured guest, Bill Parisi, founder of Parisi Speed School and Fascia Training Academy. The two deep dive into discussions like the power of mental resiliency and how adding in speed and athletic training can n…
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Understanding Your Lats: Essential Anatomy for Fitness Professionals
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In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, takes listeners on an engaging deep-dive into one of the body’s most impressive muscles: the latissimus dorsi, better known as the “lats.” Inspired by a nostalgic memory of “Saved by the Bell” and the phenomenon of “Imaginary Lat Syndrome” (ILS), Rick sets the…
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Want to create positive change in your life and breathe fresh air into your relationships? On this “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” join host Angie Miller for bite-sized mental health wisdom you can digest. No overwhelming theories—just three powerful techniques served up in easy-to-swallow portions: deep listening, emotional regulation, and healthy con…
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Understanding the Pectoralis Major: Anatomy, Function, & Training Tips
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In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey gets personal and practical, diving deep into the anatomy and significance of the pectoralis major—better known as the “pecs.” Rick opens up about his own childhood experiences and how a formative (and embarrassing) classroom moment inspired his obsession with building his chest muscles. Through relatabl…
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10 Best Practices to Achieve Your Fitness Goals
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Everybody loves a list, right? Well, break out your trusty note pad because this one you’ll want to save and pass along to your clients as to what they need to know, as well as a few pointers to help you reach your fitness goals, as well. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rich Richey, shares his top 10 tip…
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Memory & Cognition Improvement Through Movement
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One in three seniors die from Alzheimer’s disease or another Dementia, and these numbers are on the rise. As trainers we can make a dramatic difference for those who suffer and even those who don’t. We can implement early intervention strategies that diminish risk and give our clients tools to increase longevity. On this special encore “Strong Mind…
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Applying the OPT Model: A Trainer’s Blueprint for Workout Programming
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In this episode of the “NASM CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey tackles a common but often confusing challenge for new trainers: how to design a workout plan from start to finish. Rick walks listeners through the foundational steps of preparing effective, client-centric workout programs. Starting with the importance of assessments (both subjective and …
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Strategies for Getting Clients to Move More & Gain Lasting Health Benefits
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On this “NASM CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey explores an essential question for fitness professionals and clients alike: “How ready are you—or your clients—to exercise on your own?” Rick introduces the readiness ruler, a motivational interviewing tool designed to assess both the importance and confidence behind fitness goals. He breaks down why non…
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In today's metrics-obsessed world, too many of us—whether fitness professionals, corporate executives, or everyday wellness enthusiasts—find our sense of self tied to external validation. On this “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” join host, Angie Miller, along with featured guest, mental performance consultant, Demi Agaiby, who shares powerful strategies…
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Unlocking the Power of Sleep: Fitness, Brain Health & Weight Management Insights
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In this episode of the “NASM CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey takes a deep dive into the critical role of sleep in overall health, wellness, and fitness performance. Inspired by his recent study of the Certified Wellness Coach certification and a lively text exchange with his family, Rick uncovers why sleep might be the most underrated element in rea…
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