In this episode, we talk about calorie cycling for muscle gain, why slow and steady is NOT always the best approach, and we outline 5 ways to grow your online fitness business.

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/XrWIGxTmDLU

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Keep your eyes peeled for a major sale in the Online Fitness Business Mentorship coming in February (join our email list below if you want to be notified)

(05:42) — Our favorite protein shakes/recipes

(13:16) — The triumphant return of "I Can't Prove This, But..."

(26:41) — Why slow and steady ISN'T always the answer

(34:01) — Mike's top 5 tips for growing your business as new coaches

(39:53) — Jordan's top 5 tips for growing your business as new coaches

(58:10) — Final thoughts & wrap-up

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

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In this episode, we talk about 2023 and how to dominate it. What else do you need to know? Just tap the link and listen to the episode already.

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/F9i09YGM07E

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Living in a cold vs warm climate

(05:00) — Our thoughts on New Year's resolutions

(18:06) — Doing things we don't necessarily enjoy

(24:12) — At what point would we only do the things we wanted to do?

(28:55) — The Panic Monster

(34:32) — Why Jordan thinks everyone should practice Jiu-Jitsu

(36:51) — Attack the most imminent threat first

(50:38) — Trying to figure out what Mike is going to do in 2023

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

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Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we talk about breastfeeding (some really crazy stuff in here), rapid fat loss, how soft our society has become, client communication strategies, 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/-5KY_Xauu5s

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Jordan's lack of sleep, sick children, & breastfeeding

(07:13) — How Mike found the perfect hoodie (and realized it was right under his nose the entire time)

(10:10) — Is 'gut health' as big a deal as people make it out to be?

(14:15) — How we handle clients who frequently eat out

(23:55) — Clients who are too strict vs clients who struggle to consistently make good choices

(36:33) — What do we tell ourselves when life gets hard? What would we say to a client who struggles to be consistent?

(49:04) — Are hip thrusts overrated?

(56:27) — Our favorite motivational quotes

(58:15) — Jordan reads 'The Man in the Arena' by Theodore Roosevelt

(01:01:05) — Wrap-up

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

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Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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In this episode, we talk about whether you should do cardio or weight training for weight loss, the worst types of clients to look out for, if you can bank your steps, how to get out of debt, 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

You can find the study mentioned on activity and cognitive improvements here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2667807/

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9U7hQB6AdBI

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Inner monologues and Mike's new idea for recording the podcast

(04:33) — Handling unwarranted expectations

(14:00) — Content ideas from Dave Ramsey (and what Jordan and Dave have in common)

(19:50) — What types of clients should you NOT take on?

(29:18) — Cardio or strength training for fat loss?

(43:18) — Why the best thing you'll ever do for your business is become a better coach

(46:23) — Can you bank steps like you can calories?

(01:00:09) — Better the Devil You Know Than the Devil You Don't?

(01:02:45) — Wrap-up

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

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Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode (episode 100!), we talk about our "clips nation" strategy, how to deal with (and overcome) coaching burnout, the science of motivation, 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

Check out the graphic mentioned about the cycle of motivation by clicking here

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/o1MgIpbpL6w

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — THANK YOU to everyone who has listened and supported us for these first 100 episodes!

(03:17) — Introverts vs extroverts

(10:32) — Delegation in business and doing the sh*t you don't want to do

(15:33) — What do you do when you feel burned out coaching and you've lost your passion for fitness?

(24:16) — Dealing with clients who "don't want to think about food"

(30:38) — Muscle Milk the G.O.A.T.?

(35:37) — Mike's favorite game is BACK, baby (by popular demand)

(37:59) — Authenticity

(40:43) — How to get motivated to eat healthy and exercise

(48:37) — How long should your social content be?

(50:14) — What types of content do we consume the most?

(53:58) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:

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Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we talk about good vs evil (and how we all have both within us), non-exercise activity thermogenesis, calorie counting and hunger, the perils of fame, 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/FtqUDgbajP4

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Mike's electric fireplace

(01:20) — Mike & Jordan try out a new game

(11:48) — Jordan is school-shopping for his daughter

(18:58) — A deep philosophical discussion centered around Mike's sweatshirt

(23:46) — Tips for finding an internship

(32:22) — Dave Ramsey & giving up short-term pleasure for long-term stability

(39:00) — "Remember, you don't have to have an opinion about this." -Ryan Holiday

(42:02) — Genetics, habits, & NEAT

(50:57) — Factors that contribute to more or less hunger during a cut

(57:46) — Building a bigger social audience vs building depth with your current audience

(01:15:07) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:

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Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we talk about bringing back clean eating, advice for beginner weightlifters, running for fat loss, 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/mQVhVsWauSI

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Fizzy alcoholic drinks, Jordan's latest vlog, Mike's most recent workout, and someone likes our banter?

(05:19) — What did Jordan think of the Batman Trilogy?

(14:57) — Mike, Jordan, and the 'Four Tendencies'

(17:27) — What we think about 'high ticket' coaching

(30:18) — Does it make sense to create a membership when just starting out?

(31:05) — A peak behind the curtain into what it's like trying to schedule these podcast recordings

(36:58) — Why Mike thinks 'clean eating' needs to make a come back

(49:52) — Is running good for fat loss?

(57:11) — What one piece of advice would we give to every beginning weightlifter?

(01:02:07) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:

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Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we talk about the body positivity movement, why Mike is in a terrible mood (lol), being likable as a business strategy (more important than you think), 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/37YFFGm6Hho

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:18) — Mike's terrible mood & the ability to manufacture rage

(09:43) — How big of an asset is being likable for business?

(24:47) — Mike has a big, underrated thing that he can't wait to tell you about

(26:25) — What makes (or doesn't make) good short-form social media content?

(31:49) — Do people use 'bulking' as an excuse to eat like garbage and gain too much fat?

(34:27) — Our thoughts on the 'body positivity' movement

(43:58) — Why saying 'just love yourself' is terrible advice

(48:12) — Theological talk

(57:07) — A PSA regarding outliers, false expectations, & the realities of running your own business

(01:01:53) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:

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Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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In this episode, we talk about Jordan's arch nemesis, glucose monitors, Kanye's anti-Semitic drivel, 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/2r2aE7XQazg

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Mike's love affair with the 'lean, clean bulk' continues

(01:32) — Jordan goes in on the stupidity of continuous glucose monitors (for non-medical uses)

(07:01) — An update on Jordan's mini-cut

(11:15) — Obsession & why it can be a great asset

(23:22) — "Why don't big corporations hire personal trainers?"

(32:38) — When is it better to compete with yourself vs when is it better to compete with others?

(35:35) — Jordan's first enemy

(37:23) — Lack of critical thinking, Kanye West, & hate speech

(49:01) — What NOT to do when making reels

(51:16) — Wrap-up

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

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Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we talk about how often you should email your list, how to handle client check-ins, Mike's new diet paradigm (it's amazing, fyi), 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/WFPWNWWprcQ

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — What's on the docket today?

(01:15) — Mike's new nutrition paradigm

(11:08) — Business "program hopping"

(18:36) — "Should I be concerned about the number of unsubscribes I get when I send to my email list?"

(28:20) — Why does Mike prefer high bar back squatting over low bar?

(32:48) — Has Jordan watched Batman Begins yet?

(35:07) — How do we handle client check-ins?

(44:44) — Our thoughts on full-body workouts

(49:51) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

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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© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt