How To Become A Personal Trainer

By Mike Vacanti | Jordan SyattHealth & Fitness Fitness

How To Become A Personal Trainer episodes

August 01, 2023 Universal Basic Income, Grounding, Student Loan Forgiveness, and Gary Vee's Training Update
In this episode, we discuss random things... Like our thoughts on Universal Basic Income as well as student loan forgiveness. We also go over Gary Vaynerchuk's recent training progress, Mike's love of grounding/earthing, 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/I9y1DYg6ZiI

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Why Mike hates shoes
(10:54) — Jordan's return to jiu-jitsu, Mike's new split, & Gary's current training
(17:24) — Our thoughts on Universal Basic Income (UBI)
(30:08) — Student loan forgiveness
(35:37) — Anthony Hopkins' new movie
(39:00) — Mike's social media detox
(42:22) — 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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© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
45 min
July 25, 2023 The Best Supersets Ever
In this episode, we discuss everything you need to know about supersets. What they are. Why to use them. How to use them. When to use them. Unique considerations when programming them for different people. And we also outlined a few of our personal favorite supersets you can include in your own training.
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/z_ln4ENtbl4

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Mike's early morning
(01:44) — Why Mike has officially retired from barbell back squats
(04:24) — We're back from a brief technical issue
(04:49) — Differences in training when you're younger vs older
(14:09) — The optimal feeding window
(20:31) — Parenting advice from Jordan's mom
(21:58) — What is a superset?
(26:26) — Reasons to use supersets
(27:49) — Jordan's favorite type of superset
(32:04) — Considerations to make when programming supersets
(38:18) — Mike's all-time favorite supersets
(41:04) — Jordan's all-time favorite supersets
(42:06) — Things we wouldn't program for the general population
(46:19) — Wrap-up

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

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Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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
47 min
July 18, 2023 The Perfect Full Day of Eating (With a Surprise Ending)
In this episode, we discuss each of our ideal, "perfect" days of eating—which foods we would eat, how often, and in what quantities. We also have a surprise ending, which Jordan does not want to discuss at all, but Mike forces him to take part in.
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/Aw0Ot4HbMws

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Jordan's perfect day of eating
(09:01) — Mike's perfect day of eating
(20:54) — What was Mike like in college?
(26:35) — "Butterfly Effect" moments in our lives
(32:57) — Mike's fitness journey
(38:08) — A surprise discussion that Mike loves even though Jordan is reluctant
(53:50) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
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© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
56 min
July 11, 2023 Westside Barbell for Personal Trainers: Lessons From Louie Simmons
In this episode, we discuss what Jordan learned from Louie Simmons during his time training at Westside Barbell. We dive into Conjugate Periodization, how it's different (and better) than other periodization models, and how you can incorporate it into your workout programs.
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/sdIdZUVJU5w

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Jordan is... an anti-v*xxer?
(05:12) — What would it take for Mike to make content again?
(11:21) — Louie Simmons & the origins of conjugate periodization
(14:42) — Pitfalls of other types of periodization
(18:52) — Breaking down the conjugate methodology
(25:15) — How the Westside atmosphere affected Jordan (& how it's different than anywhere else)
(29:41) — 11 workouts a week??
(32:20) — How each day's training was determined
(36:05) — Benefits of such a high amount of training variety & why you're probably not "overtraining"
(41:28) — Mike's recent (weird) trip to the dermatologist
(45:31) — Shoutouts!

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

Follow the show on social:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
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Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]

© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
48 min
July 04, 2023 How to Improve Global Health (Listen Up, World Health Organization), An Underrated Lower Body Exercise, and More
In this episode, we discuss what we would do if we were government officials in charge of improving global health. We also cover a very underrated lower body exercise, Jordan's return to stand-up comedy, 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/D6zf9n5QGjc

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Can you guess what Mike had for the first time in a decade while flying recently?
(01:53) — How do we improve global health?
(17:47) — Is Jordan making a return to stand-up comedy?
(22:06) — THIS is why we don't cold message
(29:50) — What has Mike been seeing in the gym lately?
(37:00) — The most underrated lower body exercise
(40:00) — This is a HIGH TICKET CLOSE... to the episode

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

Follow the show on social:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]

© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
45 min
June 27, 2023 Tips for Clients Who Drink Too Much, Leg Training for Power & Mobility, More Power Breakfasts & Dinners, Mike's Top 4 Movies, and More
In this episode, we discuss leg training for power and mobility, Mike's top 4 movie picks of all time, more POWER breakfast/dinner ideas, tips for clients who drink too much, 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/yle9x6mLEs4

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — We haven't forgotten about our book club
(01:36) — Why Mike might not be allowed to see Jordan's daughter anymore
(03:34) — Sharing some of your POWER breakfasts
(07:48) — POWER dinners
(13:41) — What do we think about politics?
(14:59) — Mike's top 4 movies
(17:09) — How to handle clients who don't make progress because of alcohol
(22:51) — How to train legs for power & mobility
(29:17) — Why you SHOULD train your neck directly
(36:21) — Is the state of the fitness industry the best it's ever been?
(41:40) — On the next episode...

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

Follow the show on social:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
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Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]

© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
44 min
June 20, 2023 The Best Exercises for a Strong AF Lower Back
In this episode, we cover the best exercises you can do to build a scary strong and resilient lower back. We also discuss practical ways to eliminate food noise and improve your relationship with food.
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/G8x16etgVlk

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Mike had a terrible workout
(06:45) — Is the gym a sacred place?
(14:11) — Kerry's POWER Breakfast
(14:46) — Why you should still use ONE social media handle even if it's only ever been used for personal content
(18:36) — Why learning more about fitness & coaching IS learning about business
(20:10) — Maybe we WON'T be bringing "railing" back...
(21:39) — The best exercises to strengthen your lower back
(28:44) — Tactics for quieting "food noise" other than weight loss injections
(33:25) — Are single-arm chest flies a good exercise or a waste of time?
(38:02) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]

© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
40 min
June 13, 2023 Weight Loss Injections: Important Things You Need to Know
In this episode, we discuss the science behind the trending weight loss injections. We talk about their pros and cons, who could potentially benefit from them, who absolutely should not use them, and much 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/c70i99H9_Gg

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Jordan's new tattoo & the podcast journey we're currently on
(04:16) — A deep-dive into weight loss injections
(20:43) — Another quick favor, please (we'd love your thoughts!)
(21:09) — What we think of the "fitness business coaching" ads we've been seeing on social media lately...
(25:02) — How would we make an extra $2k in 4 weeks?
(29:13) — Is 5-6 days per week too much for a 6-year-old to "train"?
(33:17) — We're STRONGLY anti-sulk around here
(37:15) — What non-fitness routines improve our mental health?
(43:31) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]

© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
45 min
June 06, 2023 The Ultimate Power Breakfast
In this episode, we outline the ultimate power breakfast. We discuss what it means for a breakfast to be powerful, which foods are the most powerful breakfast foods, the most powerful breakfast combinations, and so much more. Candidly, we discuss a lot more than just power breakfasts, but Jordan is writing these show notes several days after recording and he forgets what else we discussed. But trust us... it was good.
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/QzsetzF-B7U

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Jordan is trying a new training split
(09:04) — Mike has never been so offended...
(13:08) — Do us a quick favor, please
(14:06) — Crafting a POWERFUL breakfast
(31:24) — Using fitness as a vehicle to improve the quality of your life
(41:52) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]

© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
43 min
May 30, 2023 Building Your Brand and Growing Your Network: Underdiscussed and Overlooked Components of Your Business
In this episode, we discuss building your brand and growing your network. We talk about "networking," and discuss our thoughts on the phrase, "your network is your net worth." An important conversation with blunt insights you probably won't hear from others in this industry.
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/jNF-H3JKiBw

TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:11) — Jordan's fiber journey
(05:04) — Mike's workouts, your "fitness hourglass," and how focus (& desire) can change over time
(14:58) — Could Jordan take Zuck in BJJ?
(18:24) — The best way to build your network
(39:07) — Tips for dealing with impostor syndrome
(46:19) — Separate social media accounts for personal and business or just one?
(53:56) — Does personal content create a stronger bond with your audience?

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

Follow the show on social:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: [email protected]

© 2023 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
1 hr 6 min