In this powerful and deeply relatable episode of the Active Life Podcast, Casey Bennett shares her two-year transformation from an underpaid, overworked CrossFit coach to a thriving professional making a five-figure monthly income—entirely through referrals. Host Larry Gaier gets real with Casey about the emotional rollercoaster she rode while being dismissed as "not having a real job," the burnout of group fitness, and how a commitment to personal and professional development helped her rewrite the narrative.Casey opens up about the pivotal moment she realized no amount of enthusiasm or effort in a group class would ever earn her the respect—or the paycheck—she deserved. The turning point? A shift into personal training and a leap of faith into the Active Life Pro mentorship, where she learned not just how to train more effectively but how to truly believe in herself. With encouragement from her husband, Mick, and a willingness to get uncomfortable, Casey developed new tools, had tough conversations, and embraced her value.Listeners will walk away with raw insights on navigating impostor syndrome, raising prices with integrity, redefining professionalism in the fitness industry, and the power of personal growth. Whether you're a coach stuck at $1,800/month or someone who knows there's more waiting on the other side of fear, this episode is a blueprint for betting on yourself—and winning.This is the Active Life Podcast where two fitness professionals with decades of experience tell their stories and hope to give you some tips and insights into what it takes to be successful for you and your clients.Follow Larry Gaier - https://www.instagram.com/larry_thehuman/Follow Cody Ringle - https://www.instagram.com/cody_ringle/Follow our main channel - https://www.youtube.com/theactivelifeActive Life Professionals help people who won’t take “if it hurts, don’t do it” for an answer. Want to learn how to get out of pain without giving up your active life, go to https://activelifeprofessional.com/find-a-pro-near-me/ Are you a coach or trainer who wants to learn how to build a fulfilling coaching business helping people get out of pain without giving up their active life? Head to https://activelifeprofessional.com/al-p-coaching-program/ Follow Dr. Sean Pastuch @ https://www.instagram.com/drseanpastuch/ Follow Active Life RX @ https://www.instagram.com/activeliferx/ Follow Active Life Professional @ https://www.instagram.com/activelifeprofessional