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  • Vinny Scollo — The Importance of Recovery in Training

    Vinny Scollo is the Gold's Gym Sports Performance Director and Regional Fitness Manager in Middletown NY. As a strength and conditioning coach working with both amateur athletes and professional athletes in high school, college and the NFL, Vinny has over 12 years of experience in human performance.

    In this episode hosted by Dan McDonogh, Vinny shares more about his perspectives and philosophy for recovery for his athletes. He shares more about his tried and tested methods and strategies to help athletes recover faster, and why sleep plays such an important role in effective recovery. Vinny and Dan also discuss the power of mindset and mindfulness in an effective training plan, and why a coach's role and responsibility extends far beyond the time they spend actively training their athletes. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [:33] Dan introduces his guest for this episode — Vinny Scollo.

    [2:08] The VertiMax Summit just took place over the past weekend. What were some of the highlights for Vinny?

    [6:25] The real role and responsibility of a strength and conditioning coach extends beyond the time they spend with their athletes.

    [8:48] What are some of the strategies and recovery hacks that Vinny is using with his athletes?

    [13:00] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [13:46] Dan shares some of his experience with recovery and some of his observations around breathing and recovery.

    [18:28] Coaches need to learn before they teach, not the other way around.

    [20:13] What are some of Vinny's recommendations around sleep habits and patterns?

    [27:26] Vinny's three main aims for his mornings are mindfulness, movement and mindset.

    [30:36] Keep it as simple as possible for your athletes.

    [32:21] There is power in the life that our athletes are living outside the training room, and a lot of that has to do with positivity.

    [35:02] Dan and Vinny discuss the importance of listening, not to respond, but to understand.

    [39:59] Dan gives a short recap of some of the main themes of the discussion with Vinny.

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Dan McDonogh

    Dan McDonogh on LinkedIn

    Vinny Scollo on Instagram

    Vinny Scollo on Facebook

    VertiMax Vive Podcast Episode: Vinny Scollo— Gold's Gym Sports Performance Director and Regional Fitness Manager - Part 1

    VertiMax Vive Podcast Episode: Vinny Scollo - Bringing Sports Performance Facilities to Commercial Spaces

    The Five Minute Journal

    Tweetables:

    "We see [our athletes] for an hour. The more important hours are the other 23." — Vinny

    "A lot of times, we can get so much benefit and bang for our buck just off doing the simple things that we readily have access to, but as long as it's done consistently." — Vinny

    "Success comes from what we do consistently." — Dan

    "If you're just stretching but you're not breathing, you're just doing busywork." — Vinny

    "What are your silver linings every day?" — Dan

    46 min
  • Daniel McKim — Finding the Joy in Training

    Coach Daniel Mckim is a sales representative for Sorinex and a Hollywood movie star on Instagram. Coming from Northwest Missouri State University, Daniel competed in the shot put, and was a 15-time National Qualifier in five events. Currently, he works as a trainer and coach with high schools, colleges, universities, gyms, training centers, and professional teams to bring them innovative training solutions. Two of his passions are training and bringing joy to others, which he has combined into a unique career to become a sought-after athlete, speaker and author.

    In this episode hosted by Steve Leo, Daniel shares more about his background and how he almost took a completely different path to pursue baseball instead. He also shares some of the inspiration for the work he does today, and how he got started making videos that poke fun at anything and everything in the strength and training industry. Daniel has some interesting insights about the impact of social media on the kids he trains, as well as how he landed a partnership with Little Debbie's Snacks. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [00:00:30] Steve introduces his guest for this episode — Daniel McKim.

    [1:05] Daniel shares more about his background and his career.

    [6:18] What inspired Daniel to get into the career he has now?

    [9:08] How has Daniel's interactions with coaches and trainers from other spaces and specializations influenced his philosophies on training?

    [12:22] Daniel and Steve discuss the influence that social media has on the kids that they're working with in terms of questioning their impact as coaches.

    [13:44] What did Daniel learn as a collegiate athlete that has shaped him as a person now?

    [16:47] What are some of the changes Daniel has seen since he started working with Sorinex?

    [18:30] Daniel shares how technology has integrated with equipment in terms of training, particularly in relation to the VertiMax Raptor.

    [20:24] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [21:12] Daniel and Steve dig into how the weights room has changed to accommodate different athletes from different sports.

    [23:08] How does Daniel deal with kids who want to emulate workouts and exercises that they see online?

    [25:16] Daniel talks about Little Debbie and how he has incorporated that into his business.

    [31:32] When he's working with Sorinex, which kind of clients does Daniel focus on?

    [34:22] Check out Daniel's website for more information about his work.

    [34:53] How does Daniel's faith help him in his professional career?

    [37:15] Daniel shares some final thoughts about being in the strength industry.

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Steve Leo

    Steve Leo on Instagram

    Daniel McKim

    Daniel McKim on Instagram and Twitter

    Sorinex

    Northwest Missouri State University

    Little Debbie

    VertiMax Raptor

    Tweetables:

    "Everyone takes themselves so seriously and we sometimes think everything is so serious, that we've got to take a step back and realize there's a lot of joy to be had in this world, and if we're not careful we're going to miss out on it." — Daniel

    "We're here in this industry to improve lives, and sometimes that means we've got to step out of our comfort zone, sometimes that means we've got to get out and do things to have fun, to create joy and excitement for these kids." — Daniel

    "It's been impressive to see how things are now custom. Everything is custom." — Daniel

    "I want to share joy, and I want to have joy in all that I do." — Daniel

    39 min
  • Dwayne Paul — VertiMax Master Trainer in the UK

    Dwayne Paul is the Founder of Limitless Training Club and LTC 2.0, and a VertiMax Master Trainer in the UK. His passion for training and fitness started at a young age during his adolescence in the Caribbean, and after a career in the military, Dwayne made the shift to the personal training and fitness industry. Dwayne then opened up his training facility and recently opened a second location with a focus on sports performance training.

    In this episode hosted by Al Marez, Dwayne shares more about his inspiration for his training facilities, as well as the design and layout of the facilities. He explains the different focus he has for each location, and how the "conveyor belt" style helps keep things running smoothly. Dwayne also talks about how his business has been affected by the pandemic, how he has managed to keep clients engaged during the course of the shut down of his facilities, and how he is handling the reopening. As a Master Trainer, Dwayne also provides insights into the benefits he has seen and the impact of the relationships he has cultivated as a result. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [1:17] Al introduces his guest for this episode — Dwayne Paul.

    [2:29] How did Dwayne get into the fitness industry?

    [4:56] What inspired Dwayne to name his facility Limitless Training?

    [7:32] Dwayne is just opening up a second location. What was his process in designing it and what made him decide to open a new location now?

    [9:46] What is the difference between Limitless Training Club and LTC 2.0?

    [10:45] What kind of training does Dwayne offer at each facility?

    [11:53] Dwayne explains how the new facility is set up in a "conveyor belt" style.

    [14:36] How is the UK handling the pandemic in terms of reopening training facilities?

    [16:26] What was the biggest challenge that Dwayne faced when opening his first facility?

    [19:03] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [20:06] How is the UK dealing with the COVID pandemic? Dwayne shares how he was able to adapt to the changes that the pandemic brought and keep clients engaged.

    [26:33] What are Dwayne's tips for parents training their kids at home?

    [29:48] What does it mean to be a VertiMax Master Trainer?

    [34:36] What does Dwayne think of cultivating relationships with other distributors and other Master Trainers from other regions?

    [37:08] Follow Dwayne to find out more about the work that he does.

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Al Marez on LinkedIn

    Dwayne Paul on Instagram

    Limitless Training Club

    VertiMax App

    Tweetables:

    "The new facility gives a bit of a sports performance feeling to it." — Dwayne Paul

    "We have a conveyor belt kind of rotation style for the facility." — Dwayne Paul

    "You've got to keep something in reserve for hard times." — Dwayne Paul

    "If they haven't been doing a lot, ease into it as you get back into it." — Al Marez

    39 min
  • Vinny Scollo— Gold's Gym Sports Performance Director and Regional Fitness Manager - Part 1

    Vinny Scollo is the Gold's Gym Sports Performance Director and Regional Fitness Manager in Middletown NY. He is often imitated but never duplicated. A strength and performance coach with over 12 years experience in human performance, Vinny works with everyone from high school athletes looking to make professional sports their career, to current professional athletes, to busy business executives.

    In this episode hosted by Dan McDonogh, Vinny talks about the key differences between purpose and passion, and testing and training. He gives us the inside scoop about what it's like to work with Latavius Murray for many years, and why he considers it of utmost importance to be aware of the mental, emotional, and physical state of athletes when designing a training schedule to help them hit their goals. Vinny also shares more about education as a critical aspect of implementing a system successfully, and why he is such a firm believer in VertiMax. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [:40] Dan introduces his guest for this episode — Vinny Scollo.

    [4:01] Every goal needs to have purpose and intent. What's the difference between purpose and passion?

    [7:52] It is important for each movement to be done with intention.

    [10:20] What is Vinny's coaching philosophy and how is he able to keep things simple and effective?

    [14:24] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [15:37] There's a difference between testing and training.

    [16:49] How does Vinny work with Latavius and what is that relationship like?

    [21:00] As coaches, we need to be aware of how our client is feeling and what they are ready to do.

    [29:00] How can we identify unmotivated athletes vs someone who is just not feeling it that day?

    [31:39] What made Vinny decide to get behind the VertiMax brand and the VertiMax as a tool?

    [38:40] Education is a crucial part of implementing a system successfully.

    [43:00] What are three things Vinny thinks people in the health and fitness industry should be doing on a consistent basis?

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Dan McDonogh

    Dan McDonogh on LinkedIn

    Vinny Scollo on Instagram

    Vinny Scollo on Facebook

    Latavius Murray

    VertiMax Raptor

    Tweetables:

    "If you have a passion, to me, it blends in with the purpose, because your passion is essentially your purpose." — Vinny

    "What is the intention behind the movement?" — Vinny

    "Everything really goes back to the basics. Everything is built from the basics." — Vinny

    "The best ability is availability." — Dan

    "Movement is the new medicine." — Dan

    49 min
  • Chad Coy — A Tailored Approach for Every Athlete

    Chad Coy has had a long and illustrious career in the fitness space with 40 years of experience under his belt. He started training in 1980, with high school football and moved on to coaching as an undergraduate assistant strength coach at Purdue University. In 1995, he opened Powerhouse Gym, before going on to compete in multiple strongman competitions. Chad has also played semi-professional football, and is experienced in speed training with Parisi Speed School,

    In this episode hosted by Steve Leo, Chad shares his insights about strength and conditioning training with athletes. He highlights some of the most important parts of strength training that athletes need to focus on, and why it is so important for coaches to do a full evaluation of the athlete's needs before recommending training programs for them. Chad also shares more about stress and recovery, how to help athletes build confidence, and the key attributes coaches need to have. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [:30] Steve introduces his guest for this episode — Chad Coy.

    [1:05] Chad gives a brief introduction to his background and career.

    [4:54] What is the biggest difference Chad sees in his years of experience in the strength and conditioning area?

    [6:52] What is the most important part of strength training that athletes need to focus on?

    [9:47] How would Chad approach training female athletes?

    [13:06] Chad recommends doing an evaluation to assess the needs of athletes to figure out an approach that works best for them.

    [14:42] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [15:29] How does Chad address parents who may be concerned about their child lifting weights?

    [18:11] Confidence is a big issue with many athletes. How does Chad address this issue?

    [21:10] How would Chad manage or modify training volume for athletes whose seasons have been cancelled?

    [23:51] How has Chad incorporated VertiMax equipment and other devices into his training programs?

    [26:50] What has Chad learned about recovery from his years of strongman?

    [30:28] Chad talks about how he helps his athletes manage stress and recovery.

    [32:35] How did Chad deal with stress when he was at the highest level of his sports and dealt with adversity?

    [36:48] Chad shares his perspective on the key attributes coaches need to have.

    [39:08] Connect with Chad on social media to learn more about strength and performance coaching.

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Steve Leo

    Steve Leo on Instagram

    Chad Coy on Instagram

    Powerhouse Gym

    Parisi Speed School

    VertiMax Raptor

    Tweetables:

    "I didn't realize how strength affected speed, but it was huge." — Chad

    "[Strength training] should lead to injury resiliency first, then performance." — Chad

    "Confidence is a big issue." — Steve

    "It's a fine line between pushing them and over-training them." — Chad

    43 min
  • Dan McDonogh - Experience the Equipment You Use

    Dan McDonogh is a highly respected fitness professional with a very diverse background in the commercial fitness space. In his career, he has worked as a RP and Program Director for Les Mills, and with TRX in helping to take a unique functional training tool and democratize it for the fitness world through education, and has been instrumental in building a global training team with over 350 professionals with TRX.

    In this episode hosted by Robert Dyer, one of the business partners of the VertiMax Group, Dan shares his experience using the VertiMax Raptor. As a strong believer that fitness professionals should experience and understand their equipment and products before recommending them to clients, Dan has a lot of experience in using VertiMax equipment. He shares some of the different applications of this equipment and the benefits to clients, as well as how commercial fitness centers can leverage them. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [:34] Robert introduces his guest for this episode - Dan McDonogh.

    [6:27] Dan shares a little more about himself.

    [8:23] From Dan's experience using the Raptor, how would he describe it?

    [13:08] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [13:55] Robert and Dan discuss how important it is to actually experience and use the equipment or products we are selling and promoting.

    [19:10] Where can the Raptor be used?

    [22:41] What is the feeling that Dan has when he is using the equipment, and what are the benefits to fitness clients?

    [00:28:17] What are the different applications that Dan uses the equipment for?

    [31:26] Dan's definition of a workout has completely changed over the years. He shares what he focuses on now.

    [33:54] What's going to get people back into your facilities as things slowly start to reopen?

    [35:19] How does Dan see equipment being used in commercial fitness centers?

    [36:46] Dan shares a bit more about outdoor training.

    [38:47] Dan will be taking over hosting the commercial fitness segment of the podcast.

    [41:42] Dan has some advice about influence.

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Robert Dyer

    Dan McDonogh

    Dan McDonogh on LinkedIn

    Les Mills

    TRX

    Under Armour

    VertiMax Raptor

    Tweetables:

    "It's a very, very, very small world. No matter how big it is, the industry is very small and it's very connected." - Dan

    "It's important to learn before you teach, not teach before you learn." - Dan

    "I'm a firm believer in the way you train should mimic the things that you love to do in everyday life." - Dan

    "You can have the greatest piece of equipment in the world, you can have the greatest programming in the world, but if you don't have buy in and you don't have education, it's useless." - Dan

    46 min
  • Ted Butler - Creating Better Athletes

    Ted Butler is the Owner, Operator and Trainer Extraordinaire at Operation Athlete in Lexington, Kentucky. He first started this training facility as a way to make his own children better athletes, and today, he works with athletes from the NBA, professional athletes overseas, Division 1 athletes, and more. He loves people with a passion who are pursuing something and has a great imagination for training to keep things interesting while still being intentional.

    In this episode hosted by Steve Leo, Ted shares some of his strategies for training athletes in different sports and his beliefs about the role of a strength and performance coach. He reveals how he has integrated VertiMax into his training routines, how he manages expectations not just of the athletes he trains but also their parents, and how he can consistently deliver results. Ted also dives into his virtual training programs created to keep athletes making progress during the pandemic, and has some insightful advice for coaches and trainers. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [:29] Steve introduces his guest for this episode - Ted Butler.

    [2:29] Ted's imagination for training is pretty amazing.

    [4:50] Ted explains why athletes training with other athletes from different sports is so important.

    [7:28] Some athletes will not be a fit for your training style and it's good to figure that out early.

    [8:56] How has Ted utilized the VertiMax in his training program?

    [11:42] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [12:38] How does Ted set expectations up with young athletes (and their parents) when they start training with him?

    [18:31] What are client's first impressions when they first see the VertiMax equipment?

    [22:09] How does Ted fix his rates now in new market areas?

    [24:31] What is Ted doing with virtual training and how did he figure out the pricing for that model? Ted shares some of the things he has learned from doing virtual training with his athletes in this pandemic season.

    [32:48] Ted and Steve discuss the optimal length of virtual sessions.

    [34:31] What is something Ted wishes he had known when he first started training?

    [38:40] It's important to explain to your athletes the 'why' behind the 'what' to build trust with them.

    [39:33] What advice would Ted give to other coaches during this time?

    [41:32] Get in touch with Ted via Instagram or email to find out more

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Steve Leo

    Steve Leo on Instagram

    Ted Butler on Instagram

    Email Ted Butler

    Operation Athlete

    Tim Grover

    Tweetables:

    "Creating a better athlete was way more than just lifting heavy weights." - Ted

    "Everything that we do, the whole premise is 'will this make them play their sport better.' that's it." - Ted

    "I want to know what everybody's charging, and I want my rates to be at least 15-25% more because I think our training is at least that much better." - Ted

    "You are better than you think." - Ted

    44 min
  • Dean Caputo - Coming Full Circle as a Gym Owner

    Dean Caputo is the founder and owner of Powerhouse Gym in Streetsboro, Ohio. Dean has been in the health and fitness space for many years, starting with opening up a gym as a teenager, to becoming a very successful bodybuilder, transitioning to a long career in nutrition and supplements, before coming full circle and reopening Powerhouse Gym. He has influenced a lot of people and athletes through his career, and is on the podcast to share more about his journey.

    In this episode hosted by Al Marez, Dean outlines his personal journey in the health and fitness space. He shares some of the changes he has undergone in his life, and about how gyms in general have changed since his first venture. Dean also gives us some insight into the supplements industry compared to being a gym owner, and his inspiration for reopening hsi gym. His new venture features a unique concept with different training zones to cater to the whole family. He explains how this has boosted his gym memberships as well as how he is dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [:55] Al introduces his guest for this episode - Dean Caputo.

    [2:49] Dean shares a little more about his background.

    [4:10] Did Dean know that being in the health and fitness space was going to be his long-term career when he opened his first gym as a teenager?

    [6:38] How has Dean changed from his days as a competitive bodybuilder?

    [7:56] How did Dean get into the business of supplements?

    [9:38] What was Dean's experience in the supplements industry vs being a gym owner?

    [10:34] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [11:21] How did Dean get the idea to reopen his gym?

    [13:41] What did Dean learn from his first experience of gym ownership that he was able to apply to reopening his gym?

    [15:22] When he designed the gym, Dean wanted it to be different from other gyms. He shares how they set it up to stand out.

    [16:08] Dean walks us through the different training zones at his gym and how that caters to different people.

    [19:05] Having different zones brings people into the gym together as families.

    [21:41] How does Dean incorporate VertiMax into the fitness space?

    [22:55] Dean and Al discuss how COVID-19 has impacted the business.

    [24:26] What is the sentiment among clients and how they are reacting to the reopening of gyms?

    [26:52] What type of training does Dean see adults training more of?

    [28:39] Dean shares some things that have stood out to him in the reopening of his gym.

    [30:53] Is it possible for a 12-year-old to use the VertiMax?

    [32:17] Al shares a comment from a user about Dean's gym.

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Al Marez on LinkedIn

    Dean Caputo on Instagram

    Dean Caputo on LinkedIn

    Dean Caputo's Powerhouse Gym, Streetsboro, Ohio

    Dean Caputo's Powerhouse Gym on Facebook

    GNC

    Ultimate Nutrition

    Tweetables:

    "My passion has always been in the gym business." - Dean

    "A lot of it's different - it's way better today than it was back in the day." - Dean

    "We thought 'How can we get all these different markets into one gym?'." - Dean

    35 min
  • Casey Lee - Reopening after the Lock Down

    Casey Lee is the Director of Fitness and Performance at The Edge Health Club based in Vermont. Apart from training athletes and other professionals, the team of 26 trainers and 4 performance coaches with Parisi Speed School, work with a variety of individuals from age 7 to 70s. Casey is also the host of the 3 Things Podcast, and has almost a decade of experience in the industry, despite his young age.

    In this episode hosted by Steve Leo, Casey shares more about his unconventional path into the fitness industry, and his experience leading The Edge during this pandemic. He reveals how they have managed to maintain their relationship with their members during this time, and how they are preparing for the fall season with their athletes. Steve and Casey also discuss the importance of strength in performance training, overcoming mindset issues when coaching others and why it is so important to keep learning from others. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [:33] Steve introduces his guest for this episode - Casey Lee.

    [2:07] How did Casey get into the training business?

    [6:48] In light of gyms and health centers reopening, what has Casey found about people's sentiments?

    [9:35] What did Casey do to maintain relationships with his members during the lock down, and how has that worked?

    [11:48] What are Casey's thoughts on virtual training? Is it here to stay in some form?

    [15:01] Casey shares more about his experience of being contracted as a strength coach at a local school.

    [18:53] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [19:41] How is Casey helping athletes who have to prepare for the fall season without knowing what the future holds?

    [23:21] Casey and Steve discuss strategies for resuming training with athletes in the first couple of days and weeks.

    [27:09] What are some things that have really had great benefits as far as working in the performance training area?

    [30:32] Casey and Steve share more about what their role is in sports performance and how that translates into their training plans.

    [37:15] What are some of the mindset obstacles that Casey has had to overcome as he was growing his craft as a coach?

    [40:06] How does Casey balance being confident in what he has to offer against being humble enough to know he doesn't have all the answers?

    [44:40] Steve reflects on his experience of learning from others and why it is important.

    [46:38] What would Casey tell his younger self?

    [49:29] Find out more about Casey on social media and check out his website for more information.

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Steve Leo

    Steve Leo on Instagram

    Casey Lee

    3 Things Podcast with Coach Casey Lee

    Casey Lee on Facebook and Instagram

    The Edge

    Parisi Speed School

    How to Win Friends and Influence People, by Dale Carnegie

    Atomic Habits, by James Clear

    The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz

    Tweetables:

    "You'll know really quick when you open if you have a transactional business or if you have a relationship business." - Casey

    "We did these calls that were centered around helping our athletes become better athletes in a true form, not just physically, but mentally, emotionally and helping them through this period." - Casey

    "You've got to control what you can control." - Casey

    "The exercise isn't the outcome." - Casey

    "When you have that view of leadership that your age and experience dictates your ability to lead, then you're already taking 4 steps backwards." - Casey

    52 min
  • Emily Hutchins — A Candid Chat with a Trainer & Facility Owner

    Emily Hutchins is the owner of On Your Mark Studios located in Chicago, Illinois. Emily opened her facility 13 years ago, and operates with a strong team of trainers who have expertise in varied areas such as strength & conditioning, and high level performance. Her facility caters to everyone from elite athletes to the general population, where she aims to provide a high level of service and experience to all her gym users.

    In this episode hosted by Al Marez, Emily shares how she has built her training facility and how she has managed to create a space that caters to users of all levels and abilities. She also talks about the impact that COVID-19 has had on her business, how she has adapted to the current situation, and how she will be moving forward in the post-pandemic phase. Emily also has some great tips for trainers looking to open their own facility, recommendations for further education, and general insights on her approach to mobility, flexibility and movement. Tune in to find out more.

    Key Takeaways:

    [1:01] Al introduces his guest for this episode — Emily Hutchins.

    [2:23] Emily shares more about herself and On Your Mark.

    [3:47] It can be challenging to try to do a little bit of everything. How does Emily manage catering to everyone from pro-athletes to the general population?

    [7:05] Al and Emily discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has raised people's awareness about their health.

    [8:00] What is Emily's #1 tip for someone who is trying to make the leap from being a trainer to opening their own facility?

    [10:41] How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected Chicago and Emily's business?

    [13:59] This podcast is being sponsored by VertiMax.

    [14:47] What has Emily implemented anything that will carry on for the long term?

    [16:28] How has COVID-19 affected Emily personally?

    [19:25] What does movement mean to Emily and why does she care so much about it?

    [22:44] What are some education opportunities that Emily recommends?

    [24:46] How has mobility and flexibility played a role in your training with clients during these times? How important is it to slow down to ease back into training?

    [29:20] Emily shares some final thoughts and advice.

    [30:08] How does Emily balance and prioritize her own training with her responsibilities at On Your Mark?

    [31:16] What products does Emily use in her hair?

    Mentioned in This Episode:

    VertiMax

    VertiMax on Facebook

    VertiMax on Instagram

    VertiMax on YouTube

    VertiMax on LinkedIn

    Al Marez on LinkedIn

    Emily Hutchins

    On Your Mark

    Crunch Fitness

    Inside the Huddle Podcast

    34 min

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