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Discover what it takes to thrive in the personal training industry with our guest Joe Thornton, a seasoned professional from Third Space in the UK. Joe sheds light on the staggering turnover rate among personal trainers, with nearly 90% leaving the field within their first year. What are they missing? It's more than just the basics; it's about embracing an unending commitment to learning and skill development. Joe shares his journey, offering invaluable insights into the structured educational programs at Third Space, designed to create experts in performance athletics and biomechanics while ensuring trainers do not rely solely on superficial knowledge from social media platforms.

Explore with us the career pathways and development opportunities available for personal trainers seeking longevity in their careers. Third Space's unique six-stage educational academy sets a benchmark, rewarding trainers with a structured pay scale that values experience and dedication. We delve into the standards that distinguish top-tier trainers, like maintaining respected training philosophies and the essential knowledge of movement screening and anatomy. Joe and our team propose an operational performance standard to combat skill fade, ensuring trainers stay at the pinnacle of their game, akin to a military model. This episode is a goldmine for anyone looking to understand what it takes to succeed and grow in the evolving fitness landscape.

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