May 16, 2024

Frogs, Tattoos, and Red/Green Flags of Coaching

57 minutes

In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss red and green flags when hiring coaches. They also talk about the role of coaching and why it's important to hire a coach or personal trainer. The discuss how coaching goes beyond just numbers in a log; it's about having a supportive cheerleader who understands your passion for running or fitness. They also address the harmful elitism and gatekeeping in the running community and emphasize the importance of inclusivity and support for all athletes. In this episode, Amanda and Nick discuss red flags and green flags of coaching. They highlight the importance of good communication, meeting athletes where they're at, and giving guidance based on facts and science. They also emphasize the need for coaches to admit when they don't know something and to be informed about eating disorders. The episode concludes with a reminder to coaches to support their athletes and create a network of trusted providers.

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(01:15) Real Life Talk aka Frogs, Tattoos and Boston

(13:51) Listener Love Q&A and Review

(21:04) Red Flags with Coaching

(26:14) Transformation and Growth: The Ultimate Goal of Coaching

(32:30) Listening to Athletes' Goals and Desires

(36:13) Trainers working outside their scope

(40:47) Bonus Red Flag

(42:59) Green Flags

(47:08) Admitting when you don't know

(51:57) Bonus Green Flag - Eating DIsordered Informed Coaching

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