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Amanda holds her master's in public health with additional training in nutrition & women’s health. She owns a health consulting company and uses her social media platforms to dispel health misinformation and guide people towards more sustainable and evidence-based approaches to health, nutrition, and fitness. Health education is her jam.A large part of her work focuses on dismantling barriers to health equity and drawing attention away from privileged and unrealistic health misinformation. Healthy lifestyle recommendations should be available and applicable to everyone, not just to those who can afford it.What We Talk About:Our NEW Training On The Politics Of Health - Click Here To Learn MoreHow Amanda's early education in public health shaped what her practice has become.Why it's so important for coaches to understand the Social Determinants Of HealthThe role of policy in determining health outcomes for so many.How we can better understand - and use - our privilege to help others.Learn More:The Politics Of HealthFollow Amanda On InstagramCheck Out Amanda's WebsiteCheck Out Amanda's Membership CommunityFollow Chrissy KingFollow Tee SmilesWatch this video on redlining

Andrea Hardy is a registered dietitian from Calgary, Canada, where she runs a multi-disciplinary digestive health practice called Ignite Nutrition She specializes in gut health & gastrointestinal diseases, and is recognized in the media as 'Canada’s Gut Health Expert’. Using her skills in evidence-based knowledge translation, she empowers Canadians to make lifestyle changes to support a healthy gut. She has spoken on the TEDx stage, as well as internationally about digestive health. Follow her on Instagram at @andreahardyrd or tune into her gut health podcast ‘Let’s Gut Real’ which is all about making nutrition science easy to digest!What We Talked About: Why Gut Health doesn't fully encompass what Andrea does - her approach looks at the entire human.The importance of communicating science without sacrificing human connection.Why Fear-Based messaging is a huge problem in nutrition, and how it impacts our gut-brain connection.Understanding our role as coaches to be much more than just telling clients what to do - we need to listen and understand our clients or patients.What it means to practice embodiment - and why it's essential for coaches to help their clients find body trust.Get In Touch With Andrea:Follow Andrea on InstagramListen To Andrea's PodcastCheck Out Andrea's Website

Danielle Collinsworth, and left a dope ass job in finance 4 years ago to follow through with her vision of opening a yoga studio + coffee shop. Danielle obtained her 200 + 300 RYT certifications as well as her ACE personal training certification. Since her corporate America days, she began evolving as a yoga teacher and worked with sports teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Rays, and Lightning in Tampa, FLWhat We Talked About:Why Danielle chose to leave finance, and become a yoga teacher - while using what she learned in finance to set her dreams up to become a reality.Why mindfulness and money go hand-in-handHow to start integrating mindfulness into your life - beyond traditional meditationThe BEST advice for personal trainers to ensure that you're making the right financial decisions for your futureGet In Touch With Danielle:Follow Danielle On InstagramFollow Skys The Limit Yoga On InstagramCheck Out Danielle's Podcast And Guided Meditations

In today's episode, Stan discusses why he feels it is essential for fitness professionals to be mindful of the political landscape, and the impact that politics has on their client's health. He dives deep into a recent post speaking to why posting content irrelevant to the 2020 Elections or like nothing was going on during that time is a privilege that takes up space for important conversations to be had.Resources:Stans PostAmanda Howell On InstagramDr. Jennifer Hutton On InstagramMiriam Fried On InstagramFollow Better Coaching On InstagramHow Much A Dollar Cost By Kendrick Lamar - ListenHow Much A Dollar Cost By Kendrick Lamar - LyricsHow Much A Dollar Cost By Kendrick Lamar - Dissect Podcast

Coach Kevin has worked as a nutritionist and strength coach for several facilities in the greater Boston area including Harvard University and Total Performance Sports. He holds a master’s degree in kinesiology from A.T. Still University and a bachelor’s degree in health and wellness from Kaplan University.Currently, Coach Kevin competes in the 105kg class in USA Powerlifting as both a raw and equipped open lifter and was under the tutelage of former team Russia powerlifting coach and coaching legend, Boris Sheiko, from 2015-2018.Kevin utilizes many of Sheiko’s legendary methods in his programs. This includes the belief that technique is the most important aspect of training. Not only has Kevin been a long term student of Sheiko’s, but he also possesses his Master’s Degree in Kinesiology, the science of human movement.The combination of his Master’s degree and time spent working with the legendary coach has awarded him with the skills to thoroughly analyze your lifts and utilize the right variations, weights, and repetitions to improve your technique and continue to steadily progress over time.Through Kevin’s experiences coaching, he has made many adjustments to the program to allow for the success of his lifters. PPS has had an Arnold qualifier every year in its existence, a top 5 national total, 2 top 10 totals, and many top 20 totals nationally.What We Talked About:How Kevin has grown as a coach since COVID began.Common misconceptions and myths about periodization, and strength development.What Kevin has learned from the likes of John Kiley, Louie Simmons, and Boris Shieko about programming - and how he combines their ideas to create Precision Powerlifting Systems.Why Kevin believes it's essential for powerlifting coaches to learn from the great lifters of the past - even if their reasoning wasn't scientifically accurate.How to combine principles of strength training to create a dynamic and holistic approach to coaching.Get In Touch With Kevin:Follow Kevin on InstagramFollow Precision Powerlifting on InstagramListen to Kevin's last Better Coaching episodeListen to Kevin's PodcastCheck out Kevin's website

In Today's Episode, Stan covers why Kick Ass Content BLEW UP and has gotten great reviews!Resources:Join The Kick Ass Content Replay WaitlistFollow Stan on InstagramFollow Better Coaching on Instagram

Dr. Jennifer Hutton aka "Dr. Jpop" is a pediatric physical therapist and leader in anti-racism and allyship for health and wellness professionals.What We Talked About:Why Dr. Hutton became a pediatric physical therapist, and how she learned what it takes to be a great ally through advocating for those who she felt called to serve.The history of racism within healthcare and why it's essential for coaches and clinicians to understand its impacts on our world today.What WE can do to be better allies, and create an anti-racist fitness industry.Get In Touch With Dr. Jennifer HuttonFollow Dr. Hutton on InstagramAnti-Racism & Allyship for Rehab and Movement ProfessionalsCheck Dr. Hutton's Website

Kat and Christina are the founders of IRNMVMNT, a nutrition coaching company that looks at the big picture - the sociocultural factors at play in making their clients healthier. What We Talked About:How Kat and Christina have changed their coaching styles to better fit the lives - and the needs - of their clients by taking sociocultural factors into consideration.The ways in which the social determinants of health impact coaching.Why we have to remove labels "good, bad, healthy, unhealthy" from food - especially foods that are a part of an individual's culture.The importance of diversity within a training facility and within your marketing.Get In Touch:Follow IRNMVMNT on InstagramFollow Kat on InstagramFollow Christina on InstagramSubscribe to Kat's YouTubeCheck Out Their Website

Danielle Gertner is an Ownership Coach who’s driven to inspire people everywhere to take ownership over their life and wellness journey, Danielle first founded Gertner Grind, a holistic platform that challenges the mainstream approach to wellness and inspires people to see the world as their gym, the month she graduated from the University of Florida. Over the last four years, she discovered fitness was merely the outer layer of the onion and if she wanted to truly change her life, she had to take OWNERSHIP over it. Ownership over her excuses, her thoughts, her habits, and her mindset. Her approach to holistic health goes beyond personal training. She is a habit changer and understands first-hand that deep-rooted change comes when you connect with your true "why." Fitness is just one vessel to tap into that power.What We Talked About:Danielle's journey from personal training to Ownership CoachWhy it's SO important to balance the "soft-sciences" like psychology with things like shadow work and inner-child work.How Danielle's upcoming course, The Radical Confidence Blueprint will help you get past your inner BS and create the business YOU deserve.Get In Touch/Learn More:Follow Danielle On InstagramSign Up For The Radical Confidence BlueprintCheck Out Danielle's Site

Tatum Brandt is an award-winning designer and founder of Brandt Creative Co: a creative studio serving the fitness and wellness industry. She's passionate about helping fitness entrepreneurs establish a kickass online presence through strategic branding and powerful web design. What We Talked About:Our upcoming Kick Ass Content Webinar Series! Click here to learn moreHow Tatum became the most well-known fitness branding expert out there and has grown a massive client list.Why it's SO important to understand branding and have your own brand guidelines to save money and time.The best tools and techniques for creating branded content and brand guidelines.When you know it's time to hire a professional like Tatum.The BIGGEST mistakes Tatum sees people making with their brands, and how to make sure you don't make the same ones (or stop making them!)Get In Touch And Learn More + Discounts and Freebies!RSVP for Kick-Ass Our Content Webinars (Recordings provided if you can't make it!)Get Your Discounts And Freebies!Follow Tatum On InstagramHead Over To Tatum's Site For Blogs And To Inquire About Working With Her

In Today's Episode, Stan unveils a SUPER exciting project - a 2 part live webinar series with branding expert Tatum Brandt in which we'll be teaching you how to create content that brings your message to the world in a powerful (and aesthetically pleasing) way.Learn More:Sign up for Kick-Ass Content With Stan and TatumFollow Stan On InstagramFollow Tatum on InstagramSchedule A Consulting CallFollow Better Coaching On InstagramListen To More Episodes

Shannon Beer is a nomadic nutrition coach who uses comprehensive coaching strategies to promote flourishing health and change from the inside out.She seeks to understand why we do the things we do, particularly when it comes to our eating behaviors, and views motivated choice through a lens of complex interactions between internal and external environments involving the body, the brain and the world around us.What We Talked About:What Shannon's been up to since our last episode!How Shannon sees the relationship between coaching, neuroscience, psychology, and flourishing health as a paradigm shift within the fitness industry.How Comprehensive Coaching is an ever-evolving framework for coaches to change the lives of their clients.Get In Touch With Shannon:Follow Shannon On InstagramCheck Out Shannon's SiteLearn More About Comprehensive CoachingListen To Shannon's First Episode On Better Coaching

Dr. Shanté Cofield, aka The Movement Maestro, is the founder of The Movement Maestro LLC, a social-media based company that provides both online and in-person education for movement professionals around the world. Shanté’s passion for digital business has helped her amass a social media following of over 57,000 people, become an international speaker, and launch her own podcast, Maestro on the Mic, which has been downloaded over 415,000 times to date. With her continued success in the digital space, Shanté’s professional pursuits now center around providing business coaching to movement professionals, with a focus on brand strategy and community development in the ever-growing digital marketplace.What We Talked About:How Shantés upbringing has had a huge impact on her confidence as a gay woman, and why she feels that is a privilege that she must use to help others.Why we may not always notice that words, actions, or environments don't always support others - how we can change through awareness and empathy.The importance of grace, listening and creating your own safe space - a safe space that is also inclusive of others.How we can help individuals who need it most, and why it's so important to create an inclusive space for all humans so they can choose where they want to spend their time.Get In Touch With Shanté:Follow Shanté On InstagramCheck Out Shantés WebsiteListen To Shantés Podcast

In today's episode, Stan talks about why we need to zoom out and stop looking at health from our "nutrition and fitness bubble" where we define health as being largely a result of nutrition and activity. We take a look at the social determinants of health, allostatic load, and the impact that stigma, discrimination, and racism have on an individual's health.We'll be covering this subject more in-depth with guests speaking about supporting LGBTQ+ clients, the social determinants of health, as well as allyship and anti-racism for fitness professionals.This is not a political podcast, but politics does play a role in these things. In today's episode, as well as in the show notes, evidence and science is cited. Science is not political and doesn't care what your opinions are. *Mic Drop*Get In Touch:Follow Stan On InstagramSchedule A Consulting CallFollow Better Coaching On InstagramListen To More EpisodesResources:Follow Dr. Jennifer Hutton on Instagram for Allyship informationThe Social Determinants Of HealthAllostatic Load - DefinitionAllostatic load burden and racial disparities in mortalityImpact of Stress and Strain on Current LGBT Health DisparitiesLearning from Transmasculine Experiences with Health Care: Tangible Inlets for Reducing Health Disparities Through Patient–Provider RelationshipsStigma, prejudice, discrimination and health

Miriam Fried is an NYC based personal trainer and fitness entrepreneur. She graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in theatre before going on to become a certified personal trainer through the American Council on Exercise. She spent several years working as a fitness instructor at various studios across Manhattan but quickly became disillusioned with the vast amounts of misinformation throughout the fitness industry, specifically catering to women. She left group fitness to form her one-on-one private training business, traveling to a diverse group of clientele throughout NYC. She now runs MF Strong, a coalition of qualified trainers offering both in-person and remote online training to hundreds of clients across the globe. MF Strong is dedicated to creating a safe space for clients to build confidence in movement, grow stronger, and gain the knowledge necessary to make informed decisions about their bodies so they can be the strongest and healthiest versions of themselves. What We Talked About:How Miriam's early experiences in the fitness industry changed the course of her career and inspired a sense of purpose.Why Miriam has aligned herself with HAES, and the reason that she's stayed true to herself and her values as she grew her account to nearly 150,000 followers.Miriam's advice for new coaches who are worried about growth - and why she thinks it's best to grow slow but stay true to yourself.How Miriam stays grounded despite being pulled in many directions as a fitness professional.Why it's essential for coaches to speak up and speak out even if that means losing followers or rubbing people the wrong way.Get In Touch With Miriam:Follow Miriam on InstagramFollow MF Strong on InstagramCheck out Miriam's Website

John is the Owner of Rebuild Stronger, an online coaching service for strength athletes. He also works alongside Frank Benedetto at the HoneyBadger Project coaching healthcare providers and fitness professionals build the businesses they want. Current projects include the CALU Summit, an healthcare education experience from Clinical Athlete and Level Up Initiative, and The Clinical Athlete Powerlifting Coaching Course that he is taking completely ONLINE starting in October.What We Talked About:Being a generalist vs. being a specialist - John's take on my podcast about being a generalist.How we need to educate ourselves across multiple areas to do our jobs better... But also to when it's time to refer out.The Clinical Athlete Powerlifting Certification, and how John is applying things like Motivational Interviewing, psychology, and more to help coaches make an impact on the lives they touch.Get In Touch With John And Sign Up For The Clinical Athlete Powerlifting CertificationFollow John on InstagramEnroll In The Clinical Athlete Powerlifting CertificationListen to John's First Episode On Better Coaching

In today's episode, Stan talks about the importance of taking care of yourself so you can have a bigger impact and why we need to audit our lives - including our usage of social media - to find fulfillment.Resources:Follow Stan On InstagramSchedule A Consulting CallFollow Better Coaching On InstagramListen To More Episodes

Sarah Liz King is an exercise physiologist and health coach specializing in women's health and hormonal conditions. Through her 1:1 online coaching, she helps women regain their periods, balance their hormones, find food freedom, and have a healthier relationship with exercise while gaining body confidence.What We Talked About:Sarah's journey through overcoming an eating disorder, and how it defined her path to becoming an exercise physiologist that prioritized mental health.How Sarah's misdiagnoses of PCOS - when she really was experiencing hypothalamic amenorrhea - lead her to learn more about how eating disorders can impact women's health.Why it's important to know what PCOS and HA are, how to identify them, and common, yet often overlooked, connections between PCOS, HA, and Eating Disorders.The importance of mental health when speaking about eating disorders, and how coaches can help their clients overcome beliefs that are holding them back.Get In Touch With Sarah:Follow Sarah On InstagramListen To Sarah's Podcast - Apple - SpotifyCheck Out Sarah's Website

Laura Ligos is a registered dietitian & board-certified sports dietitian who resides in Albany, NY. She believes in a food first approach and focuses on optimizing the health and wellness of active women. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Sciences from Cornell University and went on to complete her Dietetic Internship and MBA at Dominican University. She started her own private practice & brand “The Sassy Dietitian” to help be a credible resource for those looking to improve their health and prevent chronic disease through real food. You can connect with her on Instagram @thesassydietitian or on her website at www.thesassydietitian.comWhat We Talked About:How Laura became The Sassy Dietitian - and why it's so important to her that health and wellness professionals use an individualized approach.Why it's so important to connect with clients, building rapport rather than influence, and leading with vulnerability.Using social media and staying true to yourself - how to sniff out the BS, why you should connect with your followers, and show your imperfections.The impact that you can have by genuinely being yourself, caring, and doing what's right for your client - rather than imparting your story on themGet In Touch With Laura:Follow Laura on InstagramCheck Out Laura's WebsiteRead Her Herbalife Blog

In today's episode, Stan looks at the belief systems of anti-diet/HAES and pro-diet/weight loss camps. Both sides at a surface level make valid points and argue constantly - when really if we dig deeper and actually listen to both... We can learn quite a bit.That being said, Stan does believe that both sides - while caught up in their own narratives and disproving the other side - are missing an essential puzzle piece to being a Better Coach.Resources:Follow Stan On InstagramSchedule A Consulting CallFollow Better Coaching On InstagramListen To More EpisodesLearn More About Flourishing HealthLearn More About Social Cognitive Theory

David is a 35-year-old Army Combat Medic Veteran with a Master's in Exercise Science from the University of South Florida. David is an online physique and strength coach devoting his life to helping others avoid some of the many pitfalls he personally experienced in his journey to get to where he is today.David is now an author! In his new book, he details his life and experiences with the divorce of my parents, death of a close friend, relationship problems, his time in the U.S. Army as a Combat Medic, and battling with mental health issues as well as an eating disorder that nearly took his life in 2011. The book is called 'A Shell of Myself' and can be found through Amazon in both paperback and ebook versions. What We Talked About:David recently becoming an author, and what inspired him to start writing.How David's experiences as a kid, slowly and quietly lead him to a very dark time in his life, with anxiety, depression, and OCD fueling an eating disorder that nearly killed him.The stigma and shame associated with mental health in the United States, and why it's essential for us to break the stigma so more people will ask for help.The lessons that David has learned on his road to recovery, and how you, too, can implement them into your life.Get In Touch/Read David's Book:Follow David On InstagramGet A Copy Of David's BookCheck Out David's WebsiteSubscribe To David On Youtube

Dominic Matteo is the Partner Education Lead for Precision Nutrition. Matteo helps drive Precision Nutrition’s partner coaching strategy, leading nutrition education for clients including Nike, Lifetime Fitness, and Equinox. Additionally, Matteo educates fitness and healthcare professionals through the company’s master’s level nutrition program as a Level 2 Master Class Nutrition Coach. Inspired by his own journey back from obesity, Matteo is a certified Precision Nutrition Level 1 (Pn1) and Level 2 (PN2) Nutrition Coach and has coached more than 1,000 clients to success. Matteo is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and is a certified Personal Trainer, member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and a certified Holistic Health Counselor.What We Talked About:How Dominic got started in fitness - from being a 300lb rugby player who ate whatever he wanted, to losing a friend that was a similar age to a pulmonary embolism on the same day as he found out he was having a son and eventually being a PN client.Dominic's approach to coaching and inspiring change through skill-building, and why Precision Nutrition is using the word "skill" rather than "habit".The sociocultural factors we need to take into consideration when speaking about change with a client.Why listening is an extremely important part of the Precision Nutrition Level 2 curriculum.Dominic's perfect blend of psychology and philosophy to create healthier, happier humans.Get In Touch With Dominic:Follow Dominic On InstagramRead Dominic's Articles On Precision Nutrition

In today's episode, we talk about why posture isn't important, how our obsession with "fixing" movement actually harms those we're here to help, and what we should be thinking about instead.Get In Touch:Follow Stan on InstagramCheck Out Our WebsiteSchedule A Consulting CallAdditional Resources:Cody Misuraca On Better Coaching [Episode One]Cody Misuraca On Better Coaching [Episode Two]John Kiely On Better Coaching

As an exercise psychologist, Kait (Coach) Carmichael began studying sleep as it related to exercise. But the more she learned, the more obsessed she became with understanding the bidirectional relationship between the two. Now as a Ph.D. student, Kait examines sleep and athletic performance in the lab, while sharing sleep hygiene practices, wellness tips, exercise science, and psychological principles on her Instagram. She also co-hosts the Messy Middle Podcast with Alyssa Olenick of Little Lyss Fitness.What We Talked About:What Kait's been up to since she first joined me on Better Coaching, including her new podcast with Alyssa Olenick: The Messy Middle PodcastWhy sleep is SO important for those living an active lifestyle, why coaches need to REALLY understand sleep, and how to improve sleep.The physiological and psychological impact that not getting enough sleep has on our physique, food choices, and productivity.How to overcome your thoughts about being a bad sleeper.Kait's BEST advice for improving sleep.Get In Touch With Kait:Follow Kait on InstagramListen To The Messy Middle PodcastDownload Kait's FREE Sleep DiaryListen To Kait's First Episode on Better CoachingRecommended book: Range by David EpsteinAdditional Resources From Kait:Why we need sleep: https://www.instagram.com/p/CCJcfHxhDX4/?igshid=f7s1hhtlsg5lMelatonin: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_aykmpBMXs/?igshid=4m6z9dp2wt56How much is enough: https://www.instagram.com/p/CER3PVEAYV9/?igshid=sxv5dv8ph27o

Bethany Taylor is a Life Empowerment Nutritionist, trail runner, mountain biker, soon-to-be book author, coffee drinker, outdoor activist, and barbell lover. Bethany loves educating and empowering women to eat for life, helping them find freedom via food & exercise, and with their bodies and constantly reminding them they hold the power to create a life they are proud to live & to do hard things bravely.What We Talked About:What Bethany's been up to since our last episode (hint: She's writing a book!)The importance of using setbacks to LEARN and GROW - trusting the process and embracing the learning experiences along the way.Why Bethany is so passionate about reducing fear of food, promoting positive body image, and empowering women to see that their bodies are capable of amazing things.How Bethany coaches in a way that helps clients see past what we're told we should care about - the way our body looks - to go a level deeper, seeing that we are so much more than just some toned arms.Finding purpose and meaning in life, and in business.Get In Touch With Bethany:Follow Bethany on InstagramListen to Bethany's first episode on Better CoachingCheck out Bethany's website

In today's solo episode, Stan talks about why it's so important not to get caught up in "finding your niche" or becoming a specialist in the fitness industry - and instead, becoming a fantastic generalist so you're able to see the big picture.Get In Touch:Follow Stan on InstagramFollow Better Coaching on InstagramSchedule A Consulting CallRead "Range" by David Epstein

Zak Gabor is a practicing Physical Therapist out of Boston PT & Wellness, as well as the co-founder of The Level Up Initiative, an online educational platform dedicated to raising the bar in healthcare. Zak is passionate about fighting for reform in DPT education surrounding exposure to BioPsychoSocially informed rehab, as well as improved exercise and coaching knowledge.What We Talked About:Zak's journey as a Physical Therapist, and the experiences that drove him to create The Level Up Initiative.What The Level Up Initiative is, and how it's already started to change the industry.How Zak has changed his approach to trying to raise the bar in physical therapy - from cynical and abrasive to value-focused and creating a movement.Why The Level Up Initiative has been so successful in getting people from a diverse range of backgrounds and approaches to join their movement.The importance of keeping The Level Up Initiative completely free as a means to maximize impact.Get In Touch With Zak:Follow Zak on InstagramFollow The Level Up Initiative On InstagramJoin the Clinical Athlete / The Level Up Initiative Virtual SummitJoin The Level Up Initiative

Courtney is an entrepreneur living abroad, a sponsored powerlifting athlete, and a self-acclaimed taco queen, and has turned her passions into her purpose. She promotes a healthy lifestyle beyond just food and fitness, leading by example and sharing simple and relatable information.Courtney educates her clients with science-backed research from formal education and certifications, workshops and seminars from industry leaders, and from her own experiences. She teaches her clients how to become better at the basics, the empowerment of strength training and the importance of fuelling the body with quality nutrition, and doing it all with confidence!What We Talked About:Courtney's journey from graphic design to becoming a personal trainer, and the key moment that inspired her to leave Canda and move to Playa Del Carmen, MexicoHow Courtney is able to stay productive while still enjoying her new life in MexicoWhy Courtney has changed her coaching style from macros and workouts to something much deeper - and how she does it.The importance of having confidence, taking risks, and living the life you want.Get In Touch With Courtney:Follow Courtney on InstagramSubscribe to Courtney on YouTubeListen to Courtney's Podcast - Apple - SpotifyBuy Courtney a Taco!

In today's solo episode, Stan takes you through his journey as a fitness professional and the many lessons learned through countless failures and conversations with experts - from his first job working the desk at a local gym to owning a facility and managing thousands of coaches for a digital coaching platform. Get In Touch With Stan:Follow Stan on InstagramSchedule A Call With Me

Dan is a registered dietitian with a master's degree in Human Nutrition. He's also a natural, competitive powerlifter, having competed in several local USAPL meets. ​Dan has a strong passion for making nutrition research more understandable and accessible for health practitioners. Towards this end, he regularly summarizes new nutrition research articles in a free email campaign.Dan has also dealt with his share of struggles with body dysmorphia and disordered eating and is currently working to help other men with these issues via 1:1 coaching.What We Talked About:Dan's experiences with body dysmorphia and disordered eating - and how his experience has shaped his approach to coaching.How powerlifting changed Dans (and Stans) life.Why we need more men to speak up about body dysmorphia and understand what messages we're promoting that can encourage body dysmorphia and disordered eating.Warning signs for body dysmorphia or disordered eating, and when to refer out.Why it's so important to be relatable as a coach - both with your clients and as a professional on social media.Creating a space in which clients feel comfortable sharing their struggles with you.Why our insecurities and our imperfections are actually what makes life beautiful.Get In Touch With Dan:Follow Dan on InstagramTake Dan's Course: Bridging The Gap With Dan, Gabrielle Fundaro and Shannon BeerCheck out Dan's WebsiteEmail Dan: dan@danfeldmanrd.com

Brittnae Giesau is a nutrition & Eating Disorder Intuitive Therapy certified coach, specializing in anti extreme diet behaviors and disordered eating recovery. After years of bouncing between disordered eating, restriction, bingeing, and feeling out of control with food she knew that there was more to a relationship with food than just how her body looks. That’s when she became EDIT © certified and began helping women end their disordered eating to honor their bodies and reach their goals through positive healthy behavior change without extremes.What We Talked About:Brittnae's experience with disordered eating, diet culture, and how becoming an EDIT certified coach opened her eyes to how we can better support our clients.How the words we use often promote diet culture, disordered eating, and an unhealthy relationship with food.Orthorexia - What it is, how to identify it, and what to do if you feel someone you know is experiencing it.The finding balance between HAES and pro-diets - can we coach weight loss and body neutrality/positivity at the same time? Stan and Brittnae talk about our tattoos - this part is hilarious and not one you want to miss!Get In Touch With Brittnae:Follow Brittnae on InstagramCheck out Brittnae's Website

Today's episode is dedicated to my uncle, Robert "Bob" Dutton. This is our first solo episode, and not what was originally planned - but after a tough night, today's episode felt relevant and right.In Today's Episode I Talk About:How finding out that my uncle has terminal brain cancer has changed my life.Why "Memento Mori" (Remember your mortality/remember that you must die) is so important for us to think about - this thought creates clarity and purpose. Getting past the material measures of success, and looking at what really matters: our legacy, our impact, and our family.Why it's essential to do the hard stuff today, because there may not be a tomorrow.What to expect from future episodes.Get In Touch:Follow Stan on InstagramSchedule A Call With Me

Kailan is a freelance writer and editor who works with brands and business owners to elevate their written content to attract the right audience, help them gain clients, and create the impact they desire in their field. She has a background in personal training, a former writer for Bodybuilding.com, and is a strength athlete herself.What We Talked About:Kailan's upcoming book with Alyssa Ritchey, and what she's learned since we last spoke.The importance of storytelling on social media - why your content and your captions need to be FOR your clients.How to build authority while still showing personality and vulnerability.Making social media SOCIAL - why connecting with, and learning about your audience is key.Getting past comparison and writer's block - how to overcome imposter syndrome as a fitness professional on social media.The do's and don'ts of using other people's content (don't freaking copy!)Writing for a sales page vs. writing captions, understanding the differences and making a great sales page that's concise yet powerful.Get In Touch With Kailan:Follow Kailan on InstagramCheck out Kailan's website

Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro, CISSN, CHC, combines her knowledge of nutrition and motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate behavior change in clients pursuing healthy lifestyles and performance goals. Dr. Fundaro is a former Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at Georgia Gwinnett College and holds a Ph.D. in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from Virginia Tech as well as a BS in Exercise, Sport, and Health Education from Radford University. As an ACE-certified Health Coach with both Monash Low-FODMAP and ISSN Sport Nutritionist certifications, Dr. Fundaro provides client-centered telehealth services through her personal coaching and consulting business, Vitamin Ph.D. Nutrition, as well as 1-on-1 e-mail coaching through Renaissance Periodization. She believes in the importance of flexible dietary approaches in addition to regular, enjoyable physical activity, and cognitive exercises as part of a sustainable lifestyle free from the chronic dieting mindset. What We Talked About:Bridging The Gap between the pro-diet and anti-diet camps, so we can learn from both and become Better as a result.How Gabrielle thinks about our relationship with food and improving our relationship with food by improving our relationship with ourselves.The importance of values and identity in inspiring change.The Comprehensive Coaching model, and how Gabrielle uses it with her clients.Get In Touch With Gabrielle:Follow Gabrielle on InstagramCheck out the Comprehensive Coaching website

John Kiely currently works as a Senior Lecturer in Elite Performance at the Institute of Coaching and Performance, University of Central Lancashire, UK. Where he supervises Professional doctorate and Ph.D. candidates from a variety of fields, including International and Premier League football, International and Premiership rugby, the NFL, and elite military units.As a coaching practitioner, John has worked with athletes at IAAF World Championships, Paralympics, Olympics, and with International teams at Rugby and Football World cups. His key interests, both practically and from a research perspective, relate to training theory and optimizing movement coordination.What We Talked About:How John's work on periodization has had a massive impact on Stan, as well as many other Better Coaching guests.Why John believes we're using an outdated model for periodization, and how his views have changed since writing his papers on periodization.The relationship between stress, predictions, and placebo - and why it's essential for coaches to understand their role in creating a placebo or nocebo effect.How John coaches to better improve athlete buy-in (and as a result, placebo) through education and communication.TONS of really, really mind-blowing stuff - this episode is a must-listen.Learn More From John:Follow John on InstagramFollow John on TwitterRead John's research on ResearchgateEmail John: jkiely@uclan.ac.uk

Jeremy Hills is an Austin, TX-based performance trainer. After being mentored under the likes of Ryan Capretta, and Bennie Wylie, Jeremy went on to pursue his dream of training the best athletes in the nation and having them at their peak performance year in and year out. With training centered around longevity as well as performance; Hills' distinct and unconventional methods have been featured on ESPN, FOX Sports, USA Today, and more. His passion for sports and dedication to perfecting the craft is what drives him to constantly push his athletes in that same manner he lives by.What We Talk About:The importance of relationships, trust, and integrity in coaching as well as business. Creating a training environment of "positive pressure" where everyone pushes themselves and their training partners to improve physically and mentally.Why it's essential to create a team and refer out.Jeremy's thoughts on the upcoming NFL seasonJeremy's biggest personal lesson and how it's changed his business.Get In Touch With Jeremy:Follow Jeremy on InstagramFollow Jeremy on TwitterEmail Jeremy: info@jhills.com

Physical therapist turned entrepreneur, Dr. Shanté Cofield, aka The Movement Maestro, is the founder of The Movement Maestro LLC, a social-media based company that provides both online and in-person education for movement professionals around the world. Shanté’s passion for digital business has helped her amass a social media following of over 57,000 people, become an international speaker, and launch her own podcast, Maestro on the Mic, which has been downloaded over 415,000 times to date. With her continued success in the digital space, Shanté’s professional pursuits now center around providing business coaching to movement professionals, with a focus on brand strategy and community development in the ever-growing digital marketplace. Shanté is a proud SoCal resident, drives a hypergreen Jeep Wrangler, and wishes to leave you with this message: Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.What We Talked AboutHow Shanté became a content-creating, Instagram-using physical therapist early on... And how that lead to a focus away from PT and toward helping other health professionals learn to utilize social media for their business.Why FOLLOWERS are actually FAMILY - and how to use connection to build a business through social media.The exact ways that Shanté uses TikTok for Instagram, and her initial thoughts on Instagram ReelsGet In Touch: Follow Shante on Instagram

As an athletic performance coach and consultant, today’s guest Mike Ranfone found that the highest performers share one thing: the ability to focus their attention on what matters most.With Mike, there are no gimmicks. He’s a regular guy who works hard, walks the talk, and helps his athletes and clients do the same. At his core, Mike is about execution; He gets shit done and has an insatiable drive to be better. He wants what he does to matter, to make a positive impact in the lives of others.For over 15 years, he’s dedicated himself to improving the health, wellness, and performance of his clients, which include individuals, businesses, organizations, and collegiate and professional athletic teams.What We Talked About:Mike's journey as a business owner, coach, and leader within his business, Ranfone Training Systems.The difference between growth and scaling, and how to keep quality high while scaling a business by hundreds of new members.Mikes mindset as a business owner, and how that translates into working with everyone from pro athlete to CEOs and stay at home moms.The moment when Mike realized he needed to be a business owner, and how that differs from being a coach.Mike's biggest lessons after 10 years in business, and how he's managing to remain successful despite COVID-19Get In Touch With Mike:Follow Mike on InstagramFollow Ranfone Training Systems on Instagram

Cody is a physical therapist and strength coach in San Diego, CA. Cody works with patients and clients ranging from the acute hospital setting to outpatient orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, to general strength and conditioning through his business Waypoint Strength and Performance. One of his primary motivations is to facilitate return to meaningful exercise and physical activity.What We Talked About:Why it's difficult to define Corrective Exercise, challenging the concept of dysfunctional movement and the influence of nocebo when speaking about movement in a negative way.How our views on movement are negatively impacting physical activity participation rates, and what we can do instead.A critical look at popular philosophies in Corrective Exercise like Janda, FMS, and more.What Cody believes we can - and should - do instead.Listen to Cody's Previous Episode of Better Coaching hereRead Cody's blog post on Corrective Exercise hereGet In Touch With Cody:Follow Cody on InstagramCheck out Cody's website

Shannon Odell is a New York City-based writer, comedian, and scientist. She recently completed her Ph.D. in Neuroscience at Weill Cornell Medicine, where she studied the molecular mechanisms underlying memory. She is a science communicator and host, using comedy to break down and explain complex topics in neuroscience in order to make them fun, relatable, and entertaining. She is the host of the viral digital series "Your Brain on Blank", where she explains the science behind how everything, from alcohol to caffeine to puppies, affects the brain. She is a creator and host of the podcast “The Science of Self Care.” She is also a member of the medical advisory board at Orangetheory Fitness. What We Talked About:Shannon's journey into science, stand up comedy and finding ways to combine the two so others could better understand what can often feel scary and complex.How and why it's so important to make science fun, using your own voice rather than a scientific voice to communicate complex subjects.Shannon's secret to easy science communication.How learning about how the body works has led Shannon to feel empowered within her own body by better understanding it.Get In Touch With Shannon:Follow Shannon on Instagram

Cody McBroom is the Founder of Tailored Coaching Method, an international coaching company that is built around the idea that every single individual is different and deserves a different plan. Their slogan, "Helping average people understand advanced strategies to achieve above-average results.", explains their approach to coaching quite well. They bridge the gap between science and practical application. Cody is also a passionate entrepreneur, podcaster, and content creator, as well as a happy husband and father.What We Talked About:How Stan has seen Cody grow over the last 7 years, as a business owner, and as a human... Cody gives us insight into what was happening behind the scenes, both the good times AND the challenging times.Why stress can be a good thing but requires us to rethink our relationship with stress and how to make sense of the chaos we feel as we build the capacity to do more.The difference between your WHY and your PURPOSE.Cody's approach to leadership and helping his team grow professionally as well as personally.The importance of human relationships and human connection as a coach.Why personal growth carries over into growing a business, from your marketing and messaging to your ability to take on new challenges.Cody's biggest lessons since starting Tailored Coaching MethodGet In Touch With Cody:Follow Cody on InstagramFollow Tailored Coaching Method on InstagramListen to Cody's podcast - Apple - Stitcher - SpotifyCheck out the Tailored Coaching Method website

Alyssa grew up on a farm raising cattle and chickens alongside her parents, older brother, and little sis. Athletics are in her blood as she spent most of her life as an athlete — from gymnastics to track and field, skateboarding to CrossFit, and most recently, weightlifting. She has excelled and pushed the limits in all of them.For the next few years, her sight is set on the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where she dreams of being one of the top four female weightlifters to make the team. She is “Bittystrong” at 4′ 10.5″ and competes at 49 kg bodyweight. In 2019, she was named the 5th woman in the history of the USA to lift over double bodyweight in the clean and jerk.Nothing can hold Alyssa back, and she believes that nothing should hold you back either. If you can dream it or think it, you can make it happen. She won’t stop grinding until she gets what she wants, and she will inspire you to believe the same for yourself through one of her weightlifting seminars, or simply sharing her journey in life and athletics on her Instagram.Beyond lifting weights, she enjoys hiking, mountain biking, and anything outside when it’s not too cold, and a good cup of coffee.What We Talked About:How Alyssa's childhood - from her coaches to her family and friends all played a part in fostering Alyssa's drive and athletic accomplishments.Alyssa's mindset and beliefs on sacrifice, developing an elite athlete mindset and learning true work ethic.The way that Alyssa's athletic career was impacted by being diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease, and why she isn't letting that stop her.Why YOU should write your own story, stand up and be yourself - who you want to be... Rather than letting others decide who you are.Get In Touch With Alyssa:Follow Alyssa on InstagramListen to Alyssa's PodcastCheck out her website

Mary is a running coach and the owner of Lift.Run.Perform. A community of 9 coaches (+ a team RD) who all share the similar mission of helping runners across the globe get faster and stronger through enjoying the process. The business started in 2017 and helps hundreds of athletes from across the globe. What We Talked About:How Mary jumped into the Strength and Conditioning world as an intern with Ranfone Training Systems, learning from some of the best in the business on day one.What it took to grow her social media, why it's so important to be authentic, vulnerable, and make science easy to understand.How she's changing the running world, one client at a time - while also creating a team of coaches who can help her leave a lasting impact.The importance of always striving to become better, and create something that is larger than just herself. It's a team, a movement, and a community.Get In Touch With Mary:Follow Mary on InstagramFollow Lift.Run.Perform on InstagramCheck out her websiteCheck out the Lift.Run.Perform websiteSend Mary an email: mary@liftrunperform.com

Andy received his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University at Buffalo and Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine. He is passionate about all things related to strength and conditioning, and rehabilitation. His goal is to create an eclectic approach by blending the principles from those two fields in order to bridge the gap in healthcare. He is a certified powerlifting coach through the United States Association of Powerlifting(USAPL) and spends his time outside of the clinic helping strength athletes navigate their training. When he is not training or helping others train, he can be found spending time with his puggle Oliver, enjoying a craft beer, eating some tacos, or traveling.What We Talked About:Andy's personal journey in fitness, and how it's impacted the way he coaches/treats patients today.The moment where Andy started to see gaps between what he was learning in PT in school, and what up-to-date research was showing about pain, and how we treat pain.Why it's so important to understand as many modalities as possible so you can have a diverse toolbox to use.How Andy thinks about psychological factors like self-efficacy, behavior change, and a client's subjective experience - all of which play a role in their treatment.Get In Touch With Andy:Follow Andy on InstagramFollow Reload PT on Instagram

Annie is not your average fitspo. More like a fitsPRO - a strength coach navigating the space that is online entrepreneurship. After graduating with her degree in Exercise and Sport Science, becoming a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, changing course from college strength and performance coach to personal training, she found her calling in the online world of health and fitness. The gram is her favorite platform for fitness and entrepreneurship, and is where you’ll find her most of the time.Education and authenticity are at the center of Annie Miller Concepts [two things she saw a shortage of in online fitness]. She doesn’t think there is ONE WAY to success, ONE WAY to do fitness, or ONE WAY to run a business. So, for the last five years she’s sought to share the power of knowledge and taking action in all aspects of life.What We Talked About:Annie's journey from strength coach to online fitness professional and now, business coach... And what she's learned from years of trial and error.Why followers DO NOT MATTER. And what you should be focusing on instead.What the reality of starting, owning, and operating a business looks like - it's not all sunshine and unicorn farts.Annie's frustration with "online business coaches" only teaching ONE way to do things, when instead your business should be built for YOU.The importance of "inner work" and knowing yourself for entrepreneurs, how to use your strengths / weaknesses and the lifestyle you desire to build the business you want.Why Annie has mindfully NOT posted traditional "fitspo" pictures and instead built a brand on education and authenticity -- and how you can do the same.Annies biggest lessons from building a successful online business so farGet In Touch With Annie:Follow Annie on InstagramCheck out Annie's websiteListen to Annie's podcastJoin the Fitspro Foundations waitlistAnnies 1:1 is already full, sorry :(

BIG NEWS: Kasey is launching the FIRST mindset coaching certification! If you don't know Kasey, here's a bit about her: Kasey holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and is a certified health and fitness coach, her expertise is in mindset and health behavior change. She has transformed hundreds of lives (and minds) in her coaching career, while also being published in multiple peer-reviewed scientific journals for her research exploring the relationship between our mindset and our health and fitness behaviors. Kasey also sits on the scientific review board for Legion Athletics where she both reviews and writes articles. Kasey places a strong emphasis on the importance of not just what we say to our clients, but how – and uses her unique background to efficiently and effectively communicate with clients to help them create sustainable lifestyle changes. She teaches other coaches how to do this too, via The Health Mindset Coaching Certification.What We Talked About:Why she created The Health Mindset Coaching CertificationWho The Health Mindset Coaching Certification is forHow coaches can utilize what they'll learn to become amazing coaches, help more people, and earn more.Get In Touch With Kasey & Sign Up For HMCC:Follow Kasey On InstagramJoin the HMCC Waitlist

Shelby is a Fitness professional who has been coaching in the 1 on 1 and group setting for 6 years. Through a desire to help people and realizing medical school was on the wrong side of the spectrum, Shelby turned to exercise science after discovering a love of fitness and obstacle racing. Through her continuing education, she discovered the big disconnect in coaches and education and that has driven her to do her part in education both clients and coaches alike. She works as an Assistant Manager in the Personal Training department for Life Time Athletic in Atlanta, where her job centers around training clients, elevating coaches, and onboarding new members into the world of fitness.What We Talked About:Why Shelby left the med school track for Exercise Science, and how that decision has shaped her career.What it means to elevate your personal training business - at a large gym / club, small studio, online, or working independent.The importance of HUMAN connection in sales, coaching, and growing your business.Simple math that you can do to scale your coaching business.The good - and the bad - of being a fitness professional, managing the QUANTITY and QUALITY of coaching.Get In Touch With Shelby:Follow Shelby on InstagramSubscribe to her Email listCheck out her Youtube exercise library

Jaebien Rosario aka Mr. Cogfit is a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and meme god. He is interested in evidence based health information, human behavior, and using memes to communicate science in easy to understand ways.What We Talked About:Jaebien's journey from pre-diabetic as a young adult, to losing weight but developing some orthorexic tendencies - and how evidence based nutrition helped him break through those behaviors.Why it's essential for coaches to stay up to date, and where they can find the best information.How Jaebien creates his memes (THIS IS A GAME CHANGER)Balancing calling out BS with trying to educateGet In Touch With Jaebien:Follow Mr. Cogfit on InstagramListen to The Self Thinker PodcastFollow Mr. Cogfit on TwitterSubscribe to Mr. Cogfit on YoutubeSchedule a free coaching call

After a life changing traumatic brain injury Sam has spent the last 14 years separating the truth from the garbage, and sharing his quest for health, fitness and nutrition knowledge with the world. Sam built his reputation as an online coach, educator, and mentor dedicated to providing simple, yet strategic ways to amplify your results either as a coach or in your own transformation. Sam has been featured as a 2x Fortune 500 Speaker at companies like Linkedin. He has also been a masterclass instructor for top certifications like Nutritional Coaching Institute and in 2019 alone, Sam guided and mentored 100+ coaches.In addition to his practical coaching and mentorship experience he has been featured as a contributor, content creator, or guest for brands like Barbell Shrugged, T-Nation, Elite FTS, Next Level Human, and the Primal Health Coach Institute!What We Talked About:How a traumatic brain injury lead Sam down the path of both training for aesthetics and internal health, learning from and working with endocrinologists.The gap between what Sam saw being published about health, and what he was learning - most information simply wasn't relevant.Sam's journey from personal trainer to mentor for coaches, how and why he passes down his 10+ years of knowledge.Realizing that everything is connected (lifestyle, hormones, nutrition, training, habits, etc) Sam created the P3 Model to help make sense of everything. This transformed to more complex and specific frameworks for coaches that he teaches.How and why hormones play a massive roll in what we do as coachesGet In Touch With Sam:Follow Sam on InstagramListen to the Sam Miller Science podcast - Apple - SpotifyCheck out Sam's Website for free contentDownload Sam's book, Metabolism BlueprintJoin Sam's Facebook Group, The Nutrition Coaching Collaborative

Dr. Rachelle Reed is an exercise physiologist, with a knack for public health and exercise psychology. Her passion is to bridge the gap between academia and the fitness industry by translating research into practice. She's a wife, mom, and is currently the Global Director of Fitness Science at Orangetheory Fitness.What We Talked About...How Rachelle got started in the fitness industry by combining her passion for fitness, public health, and psychology to help coaches better communicate the benefits of movement and nutrition to their clients.Understanding COVID-19 and it's impact on re-opening thousands of studios... What they're doing, why they're doing it, and how you can take the same precautions.How coaches can best support their clients inside of, and outside of the gym during times of crisis like COVID-19.Understanding social and ecological models of health, and how coaches fit into the big picture.Get In Touch With Rachelle:Follow Rachelle on InstagramSend Rachelle an email: acitelli.rachelle@gmail.com

Gillis Pellegrin is an Assistant Coach for The Educated Dieter. His goal is to use applied physiological roles that may impact health on a hormonal level. His biggest achievement was graduating with a Master's Degree in Exercise Science and becoming part of a positive movement in the fitness industry. What We Talked About:How Gillis learned to connect the dots between his academic knowledge of dietetics and exercise science, with his real-world experience working at a hormone clinic. Why we find ourselves over simplifying nutrition, and what we can do about it.The lifestyle factors that we can pay attention to and adjust as coaches that will help improve a clients hormonal profileWhy exercise and nutrition being used as self-care is essential for long-term help and physique improvement.The importance of sharing the long-term vision with clients, because change takes time.Get In Touch With Gillis:Follow Gillis on InstagramCheck Out The Educated Dieter Website