In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Hayden Mitchel, PhD in Pedagogy, to explore a question that doesn’t get asked enough in the fitness industry: Are coaches actually teaching? We dive into the gap between coaching and teaching and why bridging that gap might be the key to helping clients reach a higher level of performance and long-term success. This conversation goes beyond sets and reps. It challenges coaches to think more critically about how they communicate, structure sessions, and develop clients over time. If you’re serious about elevating your impact, not just your programming, this episode will change how you see your role as a coach.

Timestamps:
03:05 Hayden's Journey:From Player to Coach
09:55 The Intersection of Theory and Practice
14:58 Experiential Knowledge in Coaching
19:55 The Importance of Individualized Programming
24:56 Navigating the Coaching Mindset
29:59 Values and Behaviors in Coaching
35:03 The Role of Structure in Coaching
39:57 Deepening the Coaching Experience
45:04 Self-Reflection and Growth in Coaching
49:51 The Human Connection in Coaching
55:07 Final Thoughts and Future Directions