Trainers Talking Truths

In this episode, Dan and Jenny meet with Brian Grasso. Brian has played major roles in the fitness world for decades including founding the IYCA (International Youth Conditioning Association). These days he and his wife Carrie Campbell are well known as leaders in the world of mindset coaching and for educating thousands on the role that mindset plays in behavior change.

Links from the episode:

Optimism and the effect on wellbeing:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2894461/

Ben Hardy article where he states their system is the most scientifically valid mindset system:

https://www.inc.com/benjamin-p-hardy/4-simple-science-backed-steps-to-endless-daily-motivation.html

https://www.facebook.com/brian.grasso

Work harder on yourself than you do in your business - Jim Rohn via BG

Logan Dube, Director of Education for Fitness World Canada sits down with Jenny and Dan to discuss all the ways personal trainers can expand their reach to a variety of clientele, as well.

Get the inside scoop on best practices from Austin Johnson the National Personal Trainer Manager at Gold’s Gym! Dan and Jenny get major tips and tricks surrounding growth in the personal trainer field from someone who has done it himself!

Jenny and Dan meet with the extremely impressive Will Waterman PT, DPT, PRC, OCS, COMT, CSCS, and Head of Performance and Sports Science Proteus Motion, Inc. to go over all things strength and power, and how understanding these concepts can improve your program design as a personal trainer.

@Proteusmotion (Tiktok, Instagram, Twitter)
www.proteusmotion.com

Jenny and Dan talk through some popular misconceptions surrounding weight loss and fat loss.

In this episode, Dan and Jenny interview Dr. Eric Helms. They cover his start in the fitness industry to his ascension as a well-regarded expert in the field. Then they dive into Eric’s well-researched thoughts on programming for strength and muscle gain.

Links for this episode:
https://3dmusclejourney.com/
https://ironculture.libsyn.com/

Systematic Review: Effectiveness of Registered Dietitians
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35141261/

Dan and Jenny meet with fellow ISSA product developer John Bauer to discuss ways to have a successful career working in health clubs.

Jenny and Dan meet with author, influencer, apparel owner, and all-around nutrition powerhouse Lacey Baier. Lacey will discuss easy, sustainable ways to meal prep, educate clients, and clean eating in a balanced way.

Links from today’s episode:

Cleanish:

https://cleanish.com/products/30-day-healthy

A Sweet Pea Chef:

https://www.asweetpeachef.com/author/lacey/

Ultimate guide to meal prep containers:

https://www.asweetpeachef.com/best-meal-prep-containers/

A Sweet Pea Chef Cookbook:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1624148409?tag=wwwasweetpeac-20

Jenny and Dan speak to Vivobarefoots Ben Le Vesconte about the importance of strong healthy feet and how that applies to health, limiting back and knee pain as well as how it applies to running. They also get into the educational offerings of Vivobarefoot along with the differences between the shoes people normally wear vs. the more natural minimalist footwear that Vivobarefoot provides.

Links from today’s episode:
www.vivobarefoot.com

Vivobarefoot Fundamentals course:
https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/barefoot-fundamentals-course

Vivobarefoot Movement Coaching course:
https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/barefoot-movement-coaching-course

YouTube of Ben doing running analysis at Technogym (04/2017):

https://youtu.be/7ZdL9vq6EF0

Research paper: “Passive hallux adduction decreases lateral plantar artery blood flow: a preliminary study of the potential influence of narrow toe box shoes”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31700547/

Barefoot walking benefits: “Walking in Minimalist Shoes Is Effective for Strengthening Foot Muscles”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30113521/

Book Recommendations!

Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen
by Christopher McDougall

The Alexander Technique: A Complete Course in How to Hold and Use Your Body for Maximum Energy
by John Gray

Jenny and Dan break down even more training myths you and your clients may have heard.