In this episode, we discuss what we'd focus on if starting our business today, how Mike plans to fix his (and Jordan's brain), how to determine who will be a good coaching client, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6Guf2ZKjmZo

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Checking in on fear, anger, & joy levels

(06:44) — The Fitness Business Mentorship is on sale NOW for Black Friday—don't miss out!

(09:02) — Raw dogging life: fix your brain (& a challenge from Mike to Jordan)

(13:57) — Property taxes need to go

(23:39) — What we'd focus on if we were starting our businesses TODAY

(40:05) — How to know whether a client will be a good fit or not

(47:13) — Mike is taking back his prefrontal cortex

(50:13) — Modern day societal struggles and historical context

(54:36) — Don't forget to apply for the Mentorship during our Black Friday sale (seriously, don't miss it)

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In this episode, we discuss the best exercise for bone density, running vs swimming for cardio, the man who has a daily screen time of 8-minutes, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HtM_GcAhs9k

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — The Online Fitness Business Mentorship is officially ON SALE for Black Friday (don't procrastinate!)

(06:10) — Mike's (triumphant?) return to running

(13:55) — Running vs swimming & the best exercise for bone density

(17:56) — Posting and ghosting and heated fitness arguments

(27:01) — How to reduce your daily screen time Mentorship coming soon...

(32:38) — "TRT", fatherhood, and testosterone levels

(39:50) — Mike's feel-good training session

(44:25) — Jordan's daily caffeine intake

(45:30) — How the social media landscape has changed over the years

(53:32) — Don't forget to apply for the Mentorship during our Black Friday sale (seriously, don't miss it)

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, Mike is on tilt and goes off on daily water intake. We also discuss nutrition and exercise for first-time parents, China's new social media laws, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/C0V-4e8HyIk

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mike is finally watching the Harry Potter movies

(07:25) — Equity markets, economic inequality, & inflation

(14:35) — A PSA for all the homeowners out there

(20:22) — Our weekly sleep & chess update

(24:38) — Freedom of speech & the dangers of hate speech laws

(35:36) — Why Jordan isn't planning on stopping his GLP-1 any time soon

(38:17) — The FINAL word on water intake

(42:51) — The best way to handle judgment from others

(46:40) — If you're struggling with consistency...

(48:17) — How much do you need to be able to retire?

(50:16) — The most important things to focus on (for health) as a busy adult

(56:26) — Thanks for listening!

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss Jordan's current Instagram strategy, a new study on the dangers of sleep deprivation, and life advice for your 30's (and beyond), and more...

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

How a meth-fueled rampage saved Aimo Koivunen's life: https://www.historydefined.net/aimo-koivunen

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XFkf0w4H46s

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Sleep struggles & the dangers of sleep deprivation

(12:50) — There are worse addictions than exercise

(19:59) — The biggest "what if" in history

(23:45) — Our weekly chess update

(29:14) — No-scroll continues

(32:52) — The difference between engagement and business (the engagement trap)

(43:06) — Advice for life in your 30s (and beyond)

(50:12) — Safety tips for working out at home/by yourself

(53:11) — The moralization of performance enhancing drugs

(58:30) — Wrap-up

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss the Trump-brokered peace deal in the Middle East between Israel and Gaza, overcoming a fear of death, dealing with the hell of health insurance, and more...

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oKSQhXVi8L4

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Jordan's continued quest to chess grandmaster

(02:41) — The impact of nutrition on overall well-being

(09:18) — The good and the bad of modern day food science

(15:37) — Peace in the Middle East

(24:33) — Health insurance & self-employment

(38:35) — Navigating grief & the fear of death

(49:58) — How to deal with insufferable coworkers

(56:44) — Your weekly reminder to GET OFF SOCIAL MEDIA

(59:06) — Wrap-up

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

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If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at [email protected]

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss the long term health consequences of chronic stress, Jordan's new sleeping arrangement, Charlie Sheen's unknown taper strategy, and more...

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jTZf1OfYlo4

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Jordan's sukkah experience

(08:32) — The health consequences of chronic stress (I can't prove this, but...)

(18:20) — Mike is the world's worst introvert

(23:59) — A nuanced take on assimilation and the importance of cultural integration

(33:44) — Math struggles & Jordan's rapidly improving chess game

(43:13) — Charlie Sheen and his unconventional path to sobriety

(48:19) — NO NUANCE ALLOWED RAPID FIRE

(53:26) — Wrap-up

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss the future of social media, how to optimize your IG bio, what is a fair percentage for assistant coaches to be paid, and more...

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Za896aTOtyU

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Easy workouts, mute Disney characters, & brand new baseboards

(07:01) — Mike is taking back control of his prefrontal cortex

(13:13) — We have a major problem in the fitness industry (the ethics of coaching compensation)

(22:24) — Building a personal brand and audience

(29:12) — The future of social media and content platforms

(39:36) — What's the most important type of content to post on social media?

(47:14) — What links should (and shouldn't) you include in your social media bio?

(49:17) — Hebrews 10:26

(56:53) — Wrap-up

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If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at [email protected]

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we do NOT discuss any politics. We do, however, discuss super-dosing creatine, burpee alternatives, non-meat protein sources, current favorite exercises, and more...

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kQ0i4j5atzI

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Social media detoxes

(05:22) — The impact of bot farms on society

(09:23) — Mike's new gym

(11:57) — Jordan's no-scroll challenge & why his schedule is so unusual

(21:19) — Benefits of super-dosing creatine

(26:37) — Our current favorite exercises

(32:51) — Non-meat protein sources

(35:58) — The importance of monitoring markers of health

(40:24) — The balance of health optimization & quality of life

(44:50) — Burpee alternatives

(47:21) — The happiest people in the world are not on the internet

(53:27) — Wrap-up

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

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If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at [email protected]

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss the current state of our nation in relation to the horrific assassinations of Charlie Kirk.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss a wild story about Jordan's sperm count, an absolutely insane phishing scam, how to get new online coaching clients without posting online, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lc86Cc28EC8

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Checking in on fear, anger, & stress

(02:29) — Time vs money & the cost of convenience

(08:12) — The ketchup conundrum

(11:33) — These scams are getting intense (and scary)

(17:28) — The art of conversation & the importance of delivery

(25:12) — Jordan's sperm count & unhinged social media behavior

(34:58) — Growing an online business WITHOUT social media

(42:13) — Finding motivation beyond financial needs

(48:52) — Has gym culture changed... Or is it just me?

(53:44) — Some wisdom from the Tanakh

(57:05) — Don't forget to get on our email list so you don't miss the Black Friday Mentorship sale

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If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at [email protected]

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