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10 Keys to Improving Your Fitness Business and Making More Money in 2025
A few weekends back, I was working full steam ahead at my “other” full time job in life. Now most of you know me as a guy who trains people in the gym and creates content like this, with the goal of making everyone I come into contact with better. But this was my OTHER […]
Continue ReadingBrandon Cullen on Niches, Marketing, and Building a Fitness Franchise
Born into an entrepreneurial family in Ontario, Canada, Brandon Cullen was raised with a front-row seat to hard work and high expectations. Pushed by his father to excel both in life and on the ice, Brandon’s grit landed him a spot in the New York Rangers’ minor league system. But when a career-ending concussion shattered […]
Continue ReadingJonathan Goodman on Internet Fame, Authenticity, and Being Good Enough, Repeatedly
Let’s start with a few questions to ponder… Why are we chasing Internet or social media fame, when the surest way to develop a strong business is by connecting with the family down the road? How is perfectionism holding you back? Or keeping you from taking the next big steps in your development? And is […]
Continue ReadingJustin Moore on His 5 Buckets for Building Robust and Adaptable Athletes
What role should the weight room play in building FASTER athletes? How do you develop a program that’s built on sound biomechanical principles, without falling into the trap of doing corrective exercises for an entire hour? And why should you consider adding more “movement days” into your program? Well if any of those questions peak […]
Continue ReadingJeff Aldham on Filling in the S&C Gaps in High School Basketball
How do we keep our young hoopers healthy? What are they doing well in their training? And what can they improve upon? And what do THE BEST young players do that others can’t or won’t? If you train young athletes in any sport, you’re going to love this episode with Jeff Aldham! Jeff is a […]
Continue ReadingRyan Patrick on Speed Training Mistakes and the Allure of Big Weights
Training young athletes is tough these days – especially if you’re in the private sector. With so many athletes getting training at their high school, playing sports year round, and struggling to stay consistent with their workouts, how can we help them be successful? Well luckily my guy Ryan Patrick and I are here to […]
Continue ReadingBrady Welsh on Ego, Humility, and Communication as a Strength Coach
If you were a basketball strength coach, what do you think you could learn working for a coach with NBA experience like Aaron McKie? Or what about a guy like Matt Painter, with his 19 seasons at Purdue? Or what about the one and only John Calipari? A guy who has had tremendous amount of […]
Continue ReadingLee Taft on Braking, Directional Steps, and Building Elite Basketball Speed
Do you want to help your athletes get faster? More explosive? And teach them how to move effectively in the process? If so, you’re going to love this week’s episode with Lee Taft! From PE teacher to world-renowned speed coach, Lee has always questioned the current dogma when it comes to speed training. And in […]
Continue ReadingAndy McCloy on Entrepreneurship, Becoming an Elite Coach and “Playing Business”
So you’re having some success training and coaching, and that’s got you thinking about opening your own gym. Congrats! But before you do…listen to this episode FIRST! Andy McCloy is not only one of the realest dudes I know, but someone that practices what he preaches. He’s running one of the most successful coaching gyms […]
Continue Reading5 Ways to Become a More Efficient Coach and Program Designer
Unless you’ve been living under a rock the past 2 months, it’s hard to ignore what Elon Musk has been doing with DOGE – or the Department of Government Efficiency. And while I’m not here to play politics, one thing I think we can all agree on is this: It’s valuable to audit our work, […]
Continue ReadingGen Pop Training, In-Season Program Design, and Increasing Income (February Q&A)
Well my friends it’s been a hot minute, but we’re BACK with a new Q&A podcast! Now in the past when I’ve done these, I’ve always posted to IG and hoped (prayed!) that my core audience would see it and ask their questions. But this time I decided to get smart, sent it out to […]
Continue Reading5 Reasons You’re Feeling Stuck in the Fitness Industry
As an adult, it’s NORMAL to feel stuck at certain points in your career… …and I believe this is even more true in the fitness industry than others! Look, I’m 24 years in and I know there were numerous times along the way I felt like I was making zero progress. Couldn’t get a job […]
Continue ReadingStephen Calarco on Building a Fitness Business, Continuing Education and Investing in Yourself
Pic Lead QUOTE – Lee Taft This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: Bullets YOUTUBEZ Connect with Lee: LeeTaft.com Lee on Instgram Related Links: Lee’s Podcasts here Level Up Your Program Design with TrainHeroic! Are you tired of using clunky, antiquated program design tools like Microsoft Word or Excel? […]
Continue ReadingAI and the Evolution of Fitness Coaching with Steven Webster
As a kid, I remember being enamored with tech and what the future could hold. Whether it was watching digital tennis instructors in movies like Total Recall, or imagining actually being IN your favorite video game, I knew the future was going to be pretty awesome. And with today’s episode, it feels like the future […]
Continue Reading3 Steps to Creating a Stable of Ideal Clients and Athletes
Most “high level” trainers and coaches don’t like to talk about this, but we’ve ALL had crappy clients and athletes over the years. The person who is never motivated to train. Late cancels all the time (but doesn’t want to get charged). And literally sucks the life out of you every time they’re in the […]
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