How To Become A Personal Trainer

In this episode, we discuss how Gary Vaynerchuk is in real life, whether or not kids should have protein shakes, the best bodyweight 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/xHCmqLuACKg

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Maybe we were wrong about seed oils...

(01:51) — Jordan's adventures in potty training (his daughter, not himself)

(04:24) — Christmas lights & Vacanti holiday traditions

(11:21) — Jordan has made all kinds of side-split gains

(12:18) — Celebrating holidays across cultures

(15:08) — Gary Vee in real life

(18:01) — Protein shakes for kids

(22:42) — Creating content for children

(27:12) — Our favorite bodyweight exercises

(34:58) — If you love this podcast, please share it!

(35:23) — Mike's current top book recommendation

(36:12) — Grounding sheets??

(38:35) — Holiday travel nutrition, cake vs pie, & Mike's fading memory of time in New York

(42:52) — Wrap-up

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

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© 2024 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss the truth about seed oils (that no one wants to talk about), the pros & cons of steroids, how to use weighted vests, the drawbacks of meditation, 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/ixNUBFIlQ8c

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mentorship sale is OVER—welcome to all the new members!

(00:45) — The thing about McDonald's French fries...

(03:19) — The growing controversy surrounding seed oils

(08:19) — The dangers of calling seed oils "poison"

(11:02) — Where we think the anti-seed oil movement is headed

(13:59) — Future legal implications of unsubstantiated dietary advice

(19:59) — We're living in the BEST time in human history

(26:17) — Rarely talked about drawbacks of meditation (& the balance between action and reflection)

(36:00) — Drawbacks of very low protein intake

(38:04) — Benefits of weighted vests

(41:49) — Weighing the risks vs benefits of steroids

(46:34) — 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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In this episode, we discuss internal vs external cueing (and how to do it online), our goals for 2025, the greatest movies 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

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xgM68EDyoQc

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — The Mentorship sale is ending soon—don't miss out!

(02:26) — Who the Mentorship is for (& who it isn't)

(06:16) — Jordan's been getting a lot of unfollows lately

(14:31) — Some early plans for 2025

(20:13) — How important is it to keep up with PT certifications?

(26:23) — Internal vs external cueing (& how to best cue clients online)

(35:27) — The best (& worst) ice cream flavors

(39:15) — Our favorite movies

(45:24) — Current anger levels

(49:35) — 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 to help a client who can't even get started, how to build an online business without social media, the biggest unlock of the 21st century, 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/NlwLlBZU-xw

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Week 2 of the sale in the Online Fitness Business Mentorship—don't miss out! (link in the description!)

(01:39) — How to help a client who can't even seem to get started

(08:04) — The reality of building an online business when you hate social media

(16:01) — Proprietary blends vs transparency in the supplement industry

(19:53) — Jordan has been stepping up his ankle mobility game

(22:40) — Chipotle has been slipping lately

(27:06) — Capability training & the BIGGEST unlock of the 21st century

(33:15) — 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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© 2024 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss ZERO fitness or business and solely give our reactions to Donald Trump winning the 2024 presidential election. We're sure the comments will be civil...

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/YzUEEwl7fwA

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — The Mentorship sale is LIVE (don't miss out, apply here or at the link above)

(02:16) — Don't do cocaine

(04:22) — Immediate post-election reaction & analysis

(08:21) — Racism, economic & cultural issues, & voter behavior

(19:05) — Rethinking political messaging (& the loss of individual identity)

(24:04) — The need for meritocracy over quotas

(27:17) — Please leave us a 5-star review wherever you're listening to this episode

(28:23) — The value of having different perspectives & the ability to disagree civilly

(32:51) — The dangers of covert discrimination

(36:59) — The disgusting behavior of the media throughout the entire election process

(40:23) — Don't miss the sale for the Online Fitness Business Mentorship—live now!

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

Follow the show on social:

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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 exactly what we would do if we were just starting our careers as personal trainers today—how we'd study, how we'd use technology, and how we'd build our businesses.

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/JEsjzHC84sg

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Black Friday sale in the Online Fitness Business Mentorship coming SOON

(02:52) — Laughing at Mike's "predicament" & why everybody loves Jordan

(07:06) — Rogan, Trump, Bezos, & the need for media objectivity

(14:03) — Why your "ideal" schedule may not always be realistic

(19:46) — Gossip Girl & the worst season of Love is Blind ever

(25:27) — Strategies Mike uses to NEVER get sick

(37:08) — How WE would become personal trainers if we were starting from scratch TODAY

(58:21) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:

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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 the most overrated and underrated strategies for building a successful online fitness business, the best exercises to fix back pain, 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/QQ_XVgh3agA

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Jordan's unusual neighborhood encounter

(10:08) — The most overrated & underrated things to focus on for building a successful online fitness business

(22:40) — How Mike & Jordan have fixed their snapped-up backs

(43:16) — Where Jordan & Mike differ in their open-mindedness

(47:30) — Too much comfort vs. Too much stress

(53:02) — Don't forget to keep an eye out for the Black Friday sale in the Online Fitness Business Mentorship (sign up for our email list to be notified as soon as it opens)

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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© 2024 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss how to start a fat loss phase when you are obese, how to overcome debilitating back pain, tips for starting your online fitness business, 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/BJTy-XFVnWg

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Forced socialization & how being kind could (literally) save your life

(06:54) — Jordan had a comment hidden by the President of the United States

(10:58) — Political figures & the importance of action over words

(16:41) — Keep an eye out for a Fitness Business Mentorship sale coming soon (around Thanksgiving)

(20:22) — How to know when to eat the donut at work vs NOT eat the donut at work

(28:05) — How to track oils used for cooking

(30:10) — How Mike threw his back out (& how to overcome debilitating back pain)

(43:42) — Jet fuel for starting your online fitness business

(51:13) — The first step to starting a weight loss journey when you're obese

(55:43) — Wrap-up

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

Follow the show on social:

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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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© 2024 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

In this episode, we discuss how to build muscle in a calorie deficit, the right way for women to train, unconventional ways to grow your audience, 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/0lsHUQeUM2A

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Jordan's trip to New York & the impact of storytelling on delivering a message

(06:32) — Mentorship sale coming VERY SOON

(11:47) — How much social media consumption is appropriate?

(16:43) — Strategies for retaining muscle while losing weight

(26:44) — Ice cream food science has come a LONG way

(30:42) — Jordan has some strong feelings about rice cakes

(36:19) — Why it's REALLY good to know where Pizza Huts are located

(39:29) — Does gender play a role in how to build muscle?

(45:33) — Can you build muscle in a calorie deficit?

(51:53) — Unconventional ways to grow your audience (including why Jordan is considering a billboard)

(01:02:01) — 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

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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 running vs walking for cardio, tips if you get insanely sore from working out, how to stay motivated to workout and eat healthy when you want to give up, 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/DNlbfZfWQdI

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Keep an eye out for a Black Friday Mentorship sale

(02:13) — If you're looking for a new Spotify playlist to workout to...

(03:33) — Recent changes Mike has made to his training (& why)

(08:13) — Barbell vs dumbbell training preferences

(14:39) — The importance of mobility work & warm-ups

(19:14) — Your training will naturally change based on your current goals

(24:17) — How we staying motivated to prioritize fitness & nutrition when we might want to give up

(33:07) — Tips for avoiding excessive soreness

(42:16) — Running vs walking for cardio

(51:27) — 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

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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

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Email: [email protected]

© 2024 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt