How To Become A Personal Trainer

In this episode, we discuss red light therapy, which REAL sport is the healthiest in the world, the best biceps exercises of all time, 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

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mike's interesting travel experience

(04:28) — The no-vertical-scrolling experiment continues

(05:56) — The joys of parenthood...

(14:19) — A *new* IG Growth Guide will be coming to the Mentorship SOON

(16:19) — Our fear of the preacher curl

(21:55) — The best biceps exercises of all time

(23:56) — Battles in the DMs

(31:45) — Cereal first... Or milk first?

(32:19) — Recovery strategies for muscle soreness

(38:29) — Red light therapy: a cautionary tale

(39:50) — Climbing stairs for cardio

(44:14) — The role of habit in eating behavior, sensory-specific satiety, & GLP-1 conspiracy theories

(55:25) — The HEALTHIEST (real) sport

(01:02:01) — Wrap-up

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In this episode, we discuss how HAES is officially dead, ankle weights vs weighted vests, raising kids is devastatingly brutal, 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

Everything An NFL Dietitian Does On Game Day | LA Chargers - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcH1BHyi-a8

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mike's world-class workout

(05:08) — Raising kids is BRUTAL

(09:44) — Meal prep services re-visited (pros & cons)

(16:55) — Shoutout Debbie for the book recommendation!

(19:23) — Finding the pleasure-seeking balance in life (shoutout Eileen)

(27:06) — The difference between elite athletes & the general population

(31:58) — Cool-off periods are UNDERRATED

(37:30) — Overrated or Underrated: Ankle weights (vs weighted vests)

(41:11) — Overrated or Underrated: Training to failure for hypertrophy

(42:59) — Overrated or Underrated: Listening to your gut/intuition (why HAES is officially DEAD)

(49:57) — Overrated or Underrated: The Kansas City Chiefs

(52:00) — Overrated or Underrated: Calf raises

(53:40) — Overrated or Underrated: Zercher lifts (& extreme mobility)

(01:00:31) — Wrap-up

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© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss why Jordan's anger levels are so high, why people are so ungrateful, could alcohol be good for you, why people ruin their progress, 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 athttps://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

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-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/6MZPs3yRJYY

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — People are ungrateful & Jordan is LIVID

(10:06) — Warm climates are the play

(13:06) — Another week, more sleazy email tactics

(14:53) — No one got rhabdo back in 2012

(19:48) — Mike's goal for his 40th birthday

(27:04) — Blasting steroids, shaving your head, & having Jewish friends

(32:55) — The journey to parenthood: is anyone really ever "ready" to have kids?

(38:54) — Hedonism, life (dis)satisfaction, & learning to appreciate the work

(44:04) — How do people ruin their progress?

(48:29) — Does alcohol have any redeeming qualities?

(53:24) — Our current go-to breakfasts

(55:39) — Wrap-up

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

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In this episode, we discuss drama with Elon Musk, food regulations, shadowbanning, fitness trackers, 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/GcaTvTKrpuM

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mike is DONE scrolling

(09:07) — Social media addiction, dopamine deficits, & how to navigate social settings without screens

(20:18) — Elon Musk, c*cked CEOs, & the misuse of labels

(23:48) — The best book Jordan has read in a long time

(28:13) — Zuckerberg vs Bezos, shadowbanning, & media censorship

(32:57) — Food regulations, health controversies, & the irony of (some) food bans

(39:21) — Bryan Johnson & his quest to live forever

(43:32) — Do naps count when calculating sleep?

(43:45) — Does lifting weight *actually* stunt growth?

(44:37) — Genetics & health risks

(45:10) — Fitness trackers & equipment we definitely remember to use all the time (definitely)

(47:53) — Wrap-up

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

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In this episode, we discuss TRT, steroids, how to naturally increase testosterone, intuitive eating, 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/it8F5rMuKQU

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mindfulness meditation & mindless scrolling

(06:16) — How many reps is the *perfect* amount?

(08:40) — Parasocial relationships & anonymity on the internet

(11:25) — Shoutout Daniel Yores (@danielyores)

(13:03) — Moisturizer, ChapStick, & hydration

(15:26) — Saunas, cold plunges, & locker room power moves

(18:59) — The difficulty of intuitive eating in the modern world

(28:19) — Shoutout Margo Maxwell (@maxwellfitness__)

(28:57) — The difficulties of going from 1 kid to 2

(31:23) — Alcohol & workout performance

(37:37) — Anavar, TRT, & the risks of steroids

(45:50) — The impact of body fat on testosterone

(56:27) — Rapid vs slow fat loss

(59:50) — Mike's fear of donut shops

(01:02:52) — Wrap-up

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

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In this episode, we discuss the best at-home workout equipment, grip strength myths vs facts, difficult clients, public apologies, and a whole lot 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/cfi8pWNwZlE

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — NYC workouts, Gary's 50th, & the "Boxing Coach" Strategy

(04:53) — Advice for starting as a personal trainer fresh out of school

(17:36) — Why can't we read anymore?

(28:29) — Why we don't offer installment plans for the Mentorship

(31:19) — The pros & cons of resistance bands

(42:13) — Bands vs TRX

(48:30) — Is your grip strength *really* the issue?

(59:18) — Wrap-up

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

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In this episode, we discuss anti-diet nonsense, New Year’s resolutions, how alcohol affects immunity, 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/Q03LESqCwxk

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mike's immunity streak is in jeopardy thanks to White Claws

(04:23) — Sleep supplements & wild dreams

(07:48) — Current events & social media consumption

(10:52) — A new IG Growth Guide is coming to the Mentorship

(14:29) — Mike would like to amend his rating of pumpkin seeds

(16:20) — The benefits of camaraderie in sports, fitness, & group activities

(26:57) — Email list shenanigans continued

(31:35) — THE bar fight anthem

(32:06) — The ONE thing your health

(39:41) — Remember The Titans vs Miracle

(41:49) — Anti-diet NONSENSE

(45:50) — Sauna... blankets?

(48:36) — Our greatest resolutions of all time

(52:21) — 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 how you are what you eat (seriously lol), bogus email marketing tactics, how to create lasting behavior change, 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/0Gt2sIgFq28

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — We hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and great start to 2025!

(03:00) — Why does Jordan have so much more fear than Mike?

(05:37) — Holiday traditions & the rise of poker in the early 2000s

(13:17) — Nutrition during the holidays & resolutions for the new year

(16:53) — The evolution of online coaching & the future of online communication

(25:46) — Jordan's foray into mindfulness meditation

(30:25) — How to make LASTING change

(35:01) — Email list shenanigans (DON'T do this)

(39:17) — You are what you eat

(50:20) — Building wealth as an online personal trainer

(55:05) — Comedy, sensitivity, & social media dynamics

(1:02:07) — Dealing with feedback/criticism online

(1:10:40) — 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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In this episode, we discuss TikTok getting banned (and what to do about it), the drone crisis, how to use AI for your online fitness business, wild speculations, 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

The IG reel Mike mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBzkY3YMAEu

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bqGbV9PM7ts

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Jordan's advice to anyone thinking about building a home

(04:16) — Aliens... Or psyop?

(10:10) — TikTok Ban: Why we think it's happening & what to do for your business

(19:07) — The differences in content (& consumer behavior) across various platforms

(25:23) — Navigating AI in the fitness space (& why it's probably not coming for your job)

(37:30) — Will physical movement eventually be promoted more strongly for mental health?

(43:15) — Our messages to humanity

(45:02) — Being mentally jacked

(45:58) — Can growth and comfort coexist?

(49:22) — 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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© 2024 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss how we would build our online fitness business in 2025 if we were starting from scratch and didn't have much time. We also discuss intuitive eating, marijuana, hummus, sake, and a LOT 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/jQx_nILp2LE

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Jordan was recently under attack...

(12:28) — How to build your business with other life responsibilities (i.e. not as a single young buck)

(21:46) — Why intuitive eating is the HARDEST form of eating

(26:48) — How to build a website/email list if you don't have any clients or testimonials yet

(33:35) — Some more great uses for weighted vests

(36:08) — Jordan still hates the barbell hip thrust

(38:11) — Overrated vs Underrated (Part 1)

(01:02:13) — Trying to make sense of food pronunciation across cultures

(01:09:30) — Overrated vs Underrated (Part 2)

(01:24:19) — 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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© 2024 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt