Certified Personal Trainer Podcast

The landscape of training certifications has evolved over the last 20 years. 

But have they adapted to the demands for the newest version of the profession?

Join host Eddie Lester as he talks about Fitness Mentors 2022 plans and how a giant hole has been left, needing to be filled, by the old certification bodies. 

Show Links:

• Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/vewQYrPT
• Webinar Sign-up: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6216413563152/WN_qb9W3G06Slm4yp7eubE0mQ
• Free Course: https://learn.fitnessmentors.com/enroll/1747952?price_id=2320182

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What will the new year bring for personal trainers and the fitness industry?

Join host Eddie Lester as he uncovers 3 predictions that are all but guaranteed to happen in 2022.

Show Links:
 
Join our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/SbPctfGw
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/do-you-have-to-be-certified-to-be-a-personal-trainer/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/renting-gym-space/

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Join host Eddie Lester as he discusses the survey of over 400 certified personal trainers regarding what the best tools are in fitness and health. 

What is the best:

• Personal Training Software
• Weight Loss Workouts
• Nutrition and Fitness Tracking Apps
• At-Home Workout Equipment and Brand.
• Etc.

Show Links:
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-in-fitness-personal-training-for-2022/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/work-life-balance-2/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-resume/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-fitness-youtubers/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-biographies/

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Show Links: Learn more about the Impact Driven Personal Training Model Here

The goal of this IDPT Model is to show you how to have the largest impact on the health of your local and virtual community, while creating the financial freedom that allows you to create stability in your Health and Fitness career. 

It is so awesome that you have chosen to explore the path of helping people as a personal trainer, but your career education needs to be done with the intent to succeed as a professional, as that is the way you can have the most impact. 

The Impact Driven PT Model was created to help fitness professionals take their first step toward success. Once you start utilizing and implementing the IDPT Model you will have a clear process on how to turn your passion into a business that leads to the financial stability you dream of. 

From the beginning of the process you will find meaning in everything that you do from your studies to your actionable assignments, and all of our education has been created to guide and support you through the creation of your perfect career. 

There are 4 main reasons why the Impact Driven PT Model has been so successful for personal trainers:

1.      Clearly defined steps on how to start, grow, build and scale your business in-person and Virtually

2.      Step one teaches you how to provide the best transformation and service to your clients which therefore creates the best client experience.

3.      Providing the best transformation to your clients makes you a better fitness and health professional, allowing you to make more money and charge more for your services.

4.      It emphasizes entrepreneurial education showing you exactly how to build a life long business with multiple revenue streams

5.      And finally it allows you to do what you love by truly helping people with their health and fitness, which is one of the most rewarding elements of being a personal trainer.

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Often times new trainers get stressed and confused when they are faced with training a group of new clients.

Groups present a unique challenge as every individual might be at a different coordination, stability, mobility and strength level.

Join host Eddie Lester as he answers questions from sport management students at Georgia Southern University. All students are currently studying for the Fitness Mentors CPT Certification and have been put into pairings to train their 30-50 year old female teachers.

Show Links:
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certification-bundles/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-biographies/

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Getting started as a live streaming trainer is one of the best things you can do to increase revenue as a personal trainer.

But what is the best way to set up your gym and training space?

Join host Eddie Lester as he dives into 7 tips that will help you put together the best look and presence for you live streaming clients.

Show Notes:
www.getpivo.com
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/virtual-group-fitness-instructor-certification/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-biographies/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-a-spin-instructor/

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Join host Eddie Lester on a mentorship call with Sebastian, who is interested in taking his business online with a business partner.

Learn the precautions you need to take into account when joining forces for an online fitness business.

Also see how the best practices of two online trainers can work to provide a great client experience.

Show Links:
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-plus-bundle/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-biographies/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-personal-trainer-certification/

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Join this mentorship call with host Eddie Lester and Angela as they dive into starting as a new trainer and progressing toward the 3-5 year journey of the achievement of long term goals. 

Topics discussed:

• How to get your first clients.
• Should you get marketing swag before you start training?
• Progressing toward opening a gym. 
• Adding online training passive income. 

Show links:
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-ultimate-bundle/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainers-ready-to-open-a-gym/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/weight-loss-specialist/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/ncca-certifications/

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Eddie had a very insightful mentorship call with Kelsey who is looking to start personal training as well as incorporate her massage therapy services. 

Discover the unique approach to combining the services of massage therapy and personal training. 

Some questions covered include:

• How to promote your training services without having transformation testimonials or experience with clients first.
• How to use your own personal transformation as a guide for success.
•  How to start and create a premade workout program without any experience. 
• Using personal training software as a beginner.

Show Links:

https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-plus-bundle/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/ncca-certifications/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/weight-loss-specialist/

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What is the best way to transition from a full time job to the life of a personal trainer?

Join host Eddie Lester on a mentorship call with Tracey, who is looking to shift her career towards becoming a full time personal trainer.

She asks a ton of great questions and I share my experience to give her some insight into what to expect when making such an important decision.

Here are some things we discuss: 

- How long should she hold onto her current job.
- What are some of the early steps she can take to get herself prepared?
- Where should you focus your efforts when transitioning from one career to another?
- How much money will she need to make the transition. 

Show Notes:
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/ncca-certifications/
https://www.fitnessmentors.com/weight-loss-specialist/

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