In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, Dan and Tom tackle the ultimate gym business summer survival guide.

As the UK heatwaves hit, we reveal how elite online coaches and personal trainers can maximise client retention, level up their coaching programs, and out-skill the competition during the quieter... DULL summer months.

We chat about the controversy surrounding the Enhanced Games, the reality of MAYBE ..." doping" in professional sports, and why every fitness enthusiast needs to understand the science of plyometrics.

Plus, we debate CapCut's AI video editing tools for fitness content creators, rank the best bakery desserts, and expose Tom's absolute hatred for raisins.

0:00 Introduction and the Pastry Debate

19:12 The Enhanced Games and Doping in Sports

In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, hosts Dan and Tom dive deep into why the "f*** around and find out" method might actually be the absolute best way of learning lifting techniques, mastering gym equipment, and building a successful business.

We kick off this week with some essential golf updates: Tom’s got new Darth Vader and Stormtrooper head covers, and he’s gearing up for a championship round (vlogging intentions included).

This week, Tom and Dan are back with a "heavy-hitting episode" that blends high-level coaching strategy with a healthy dose of "grinds my gears."

This week, Dan tries to manage a lingering cough while Tom enters the circle of hell known as London house hunting.

We’re back! After a whirlwind few weeks of travel, Tom and Dan reunite to recap the chaos.

Tom shares his wild journey through Mexico from checking off a New Seven Wonder at Chichén Itzá to surviving a "Latin-style" wedding involving electrocution games and grasshopper shots (yes, really).

Meanwhile, Dan breaks down the highlights from the recent Nottingham coaching event, sharing the gold nuggets from industry leaders like Rachel Henley and Jake.

The Content Gap: Why waiting for "permission" is killing your growth.

YouTube vs. Instagram: A raw look at Tom’s latest video stats and why long-form authority wins every time.

Master’s Recap: Our take on the drama at Augusta and why pressure breaks even the best.

0:00 Introduction & UK Trip Catch Up

Stop selling sets and reps, start selling the future. In this episode, we’re going into the psychology of fitness sales for personal trainers and online coaches.

We also get tactical on injury rehab, discussing a niche 12-week knee program that’s changing the game, and why internal hip rotation is the missing link for your golf swing (and your squats).

From biscuit power rankings to the "death" of critical thinking in fitness, we go into why most coaches are being "spoon-fed" education and how to actually build your own training system through curiosity and lead-magnet "rabbit holes."

We also tackle the massive anxiety of gym vlogging, explaining why doing the "extraordinary" is the entry price for a successful brand.

Plus, we break down why standardised S&C tests often fail the general population and how to regress your testing for the client in front of you.

... & maybe something about driving through Iraq & eating custard creams...

0:00 Intro: Water spills and "Bomb" updates

Can you build a world-class coaching business while the world is literally (or figuratively) on fire?

We’re stripping back the "influencer" facade to talk about what moves the needle for online coaches and personal trainers.

We go into the Dubai hype, calling out the "war zone" updates and the predatory marketing tactics used by business mentors during a crisis... god...

If you’re looking to grow your fitness YouTube channel, we share real-time data on YouTube Shorts vs. Long Form and why "front-loading" your value is a way to keep retention high.

Spoiler: if you aren't building a real relationship, your retention will always suck.

0:00 Intro and Personal Health Updates

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Personal Trainer & Online Coaches... listen and watch...

In this episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, Dan and Tom dive deep into the state of the fitness industry, specifically why so many running coaches and fitness professionals are failing their clients with pretty poor strength training.

We discuss the "GPP" (General Physical Preparation) gap and why lifting heavy tin is non-negotiable for athletes... even if you’re just a hobbyist hitting the gym to get fit.

We also tackle the "Melt Phone Culture" at live events and a very serious debate on the best way to cook a potato (spoiler: Fondant vs. Dauphinoise is a heated battle).

If you want to build a successful online coaching business, you need to stop parroting influencers and start developing critical thinking.

We talk about finding your niche, holding a strong coaching belief, and why "it depends" is often just an excuse for not having a plan.

Key Moments & Timestamps

0:00 – Life-changing pesto & the egg-topping experiment.