I’m joined by Shannon Hawkey - Regional PT Manager at Jetts New Zealand, Holistic Nutritionist and Soul Alignment Life Coach. With 20+ years in the industry, Shannon shows trainers how to coach beyond programs and macros so clients actually change. We cover: building awareness without the “woo,” why women aren’t “small men,” habits that separate great PTs, simple rituals that keep coaches grounded, and how to bring mindset/holistic work into your practice the right way. If you want better retention and real outcomes, this one’s for you.

Connect with Shannon: 

• IG @empower_her_holistic_coach 
• FB Hawkey Holistic Health & Performance

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In this episode, Zoe Jett Black Lee (Female Transformation Coach) joins me to unpack how gut health and stress play a huge role in your clients’ fat loss results - and what every coach should know before putting a client into a deficit.

We cover how chronic stress, under-eating, and poor food diversity can impact digestion, recovery, and hormones - and how those factors can stall progress in a physique phase. Zoe also shares practical, within-scope strategies for PTs to help clients support their gut, regulate stress, and approach fat loss in a way that’s both effective and sustainable.

If you want to help your clients achieve physique results without sacrificing their health, this episode will give you the tools to coach smarter, not harder.

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Episode Summary:
 In this episode, Travis speaks with Ted McGill, founder of Biov8, a company specialising in peptide therapeutics and advanced health solutions. The discussion explores the emerging field of peptide medicine — what peptides are, how they work, and the evidence behind their various applications. Ted shares insights on peptide use and efficacy, how they relate to GLP-1 medications, and why uptake among medical professionals has been relatively slow despite promising results. The conversation also looks ahead to future innovations and potential uses for peptides in recovery, longevity, and performance.

Disclaimer: Ted McGill is not a doctor or medical practitioner. Peptides are prescription medications and should only be used under the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider. This episode is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

In this episode, Travis speaks with Professor Boyd Swinburn, Professor of Population Nutrition and Global Health at the University of Auckland and a leading international expert on obesity prevention. The conversation covers the global rise in obesity, the policy approaches different countries are using to combat it, and the drivers that make modern environments so obesogenic. Boyd also shares his perspective on how GLP-1 medications might influence public health policy and what role they could play in the future of obesity management worldwide.

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In this episode, Bex speaks with Robbie Mattei, owner of Vision Personal Training St Leonards and Marrickville. Robbie shares his journey from arriving in Sydney with just $3,000 to becoming a multi-studio owner. The conversation explores the mindset and habits that helped him succeed, the qualities PTs need to step into leadership, and how to build strong culture and community. Robbie also discusses the role of ongoing education, the importance of nutrition in client results, and how AI will shape the future of the fitness industry.

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In this episode, Travis speaks with Richard Beddie from Exercise New Zealand, a leading voice in the fitness industry. The conversation explores how GLP-1 medications have changed the landscape of weight loss and what that means for personal trainers. Richard shares insights on how trainers can support clients who are using GLP-1s while staying within their professional scope of practice, from setting realistic expectations to monitoring progress and knowing when to collaborate with other health professionals

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Building Resilient Bodies with Core Foundations

In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex sits down with Regan Zemponia, founder of Core Foundations PT in Victoria. With over a decade in the industry, Regan has carved out a niche helping everyday people move better, stay injury-free, and build long-term resilience through biomechanics, postural restoration, nutrition, and recovery tools.

Regan shares how his journey from corporate sales into fitness led him to create a training approach that prioritises longevity over short-term gains. Together, we unpack why so many traditional training methods reinforce dysfunction, and what trainers can do differently to help clients move and feel their best well into the future.

Connect with Core Foundations:

• Website: corefoundationspt.com
• Instagram / Facebook / TikTok: @corefoundationspt

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In this episode, Jono Petrohilos interviews Brandon Hasick, a successful gym owner and business coach. Brandon shares his journey from studying sports science to owning multiple gyms and helping others in the fitness industry. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the challenges he faced in his early career, and the strategies he used to build a thriving business. Brandon emphasizes the significance of systemizing operations and the lessons learned from failures. He now focuses on coaching and mentoring personal trainers, sharing his insights on client acquisition and business growth.

https://www.instagram.com/businessbybrando

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In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, host Jono Petrohilos interviews Cam Gilfillan, a business development expert for online coaches. Cam shares his journey from being a business development manager to helping fitness professionals improve their marketing and business strategies. He discusses the importance of coaching quality, lead generation, and retention strategies, as well as the role of mentorship in his success. The conversation provides valuable insights for aspiring coaches and entrepreneurs looking to enhance their business acumen.

https://www.instagram.com/camgilfillan

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In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex chats with Jo Lavin - Perinatal Strength & Hypertrophy Coach, Pre + Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist, and founder of Natal Strength Coach. Jo shares her journey into the pre and postnatal space, the biggest myths around training during pregnancy, and how strength work can support women through every stage of motherhood. This episode is packed with insights for both trainers and mums-to-be.

Connect with Jo:

🌐 Website: natalstrengthcoach.com
📸 Instagram: @natalstrengthcoach

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