The FitCast: Fitness and Nutrition Podcast

Georgia Dow joins Kevin to talk about the tech and privacy considerations for platforms like Zoom, daily mental health practices, how this is the best time for goal setting and how to set yourself up for success, irrational spending and hoarding and how this event is a great indicator for the health of the fitness industry.

Jon, Leigh and Tony join Kevin to talk about the impact of COVID-19 on the fitness industry, how it is affecting our business and the solutions we are using, Home gym solutions, how we are taking care of ourselves and we finish with a big off-topic discussion.

Dr. John Berardi joins Kevin to talk about how to find your path in the fitness industry and how we can take the industry into the future while making as big an impact as possible.   Dr. Berardi's new book -- Change Maker -- is being called the health and fitness industry’s #1 career guide. And, for a short time, he’s making the first few chapters (plus other bonuses) available to Fit Cast listeners.   ===> Check out the free chapters + bonuses now: ===> https://www.changemakeracademy.com/chapter/   If you decide you like what you're reading and want to order the book, you can pre-order and save 10%.   ===> In the USA? Click here to to save 10%: ===> https://www.amazon.com/Change-Maker-Passion-Powerful-Successful/dp/1948836556 ===> Coupon code to use at checkout: 10GNCM (expires November 4th)   ===> In Canada or International? Click here to save 10% and get free shipping: ===> https://www.bookdepository.com/Change-Maker-John-Berardi/9781948836555 ===> Coupon code: none required

Josh Henkin joins Kevin to talk about reconceptualizing the role of a fitness professional, determining what kind of fitness professional you want to be, the benefits of experiencing and understanding pain and much more!

Dan John returns to the show to talk about ways he wished the industry would evolve, smart programming, helping people make lifelong behavior changes, his new book and much more!

Brett Bartholomew returns to talk about generational coaching, communication strategies, the path of a coach and much more!

Audio version with additional commentary for the article "Reconceptualizing Youth Athleticism (Deceleration for Performance and Injury Prevention)." You can read the article here: http://alliedstrength.com/reconceptualizing-youth-athleticism-deceleration-for-performance-and-injury-prevention/

(Explicit some PG-13 swears). Tony returns to discuss how we can set a better tone with education, reasons you might still program a back squat, lessons from gym ownership and much more!

Anna Hartman from MovementRev.com returns to the show to discuss the mental and social impacts of injury, self care for fitness professionals, travel protips, growth through injury and much more!

Brian Patrick Murphy joins Kevin for his exit interview from the fitness industry. His thoughts on where he hopes the industry goes in the near future, his most important lessons, opportunity for growth for professionals and more!

Lou Schuler joins Kevin to discuss how we, as an industry, can do a better job educating people seeking fitness and nutrition information, how to be better role models for upcoming fitness professionals, education for those new to the industry and more. Support The FitCast on Patreon. You can also make a one-time or monthly donation via secure PayPal below. Thank you for supporting the production of the shows!

Mark Fisher joins me to talk about why he got into the fitness industry, why communities are the future of fitness, the impact of MFF on him and the members, essential education and much more.

Molly Galbraith comes on the show to talk about sexual harassment in the fitness industry and the new 5-day sexual harassment course from girls gone strong. You can watch it here: http://go.girlsgonestrong.com/5-day-course-sexual-harassment

Krista Scott-Dixon joins Kevin to discuss fitness professional ethics, how to ask better questions, advice to be a successful fitness professional, compassion and more!

Dr. John Berardi returns to the show to talk about the realities of the fitness industry being so young, making effective but sometimes boring basics more exciting, his future and legacy after selling a majority stake in Precision Nutrition and more!

This is part 2 of the Live Show with Dan John recorded at the Providence Perform Better Summit. You can learn more and make a donation to the Cystic Fibrosis Fitness Institute on their website.

This is part 1 of the Live Show with Dan John recorded at the Providence Perform Better Summit.

Mike Boyle joins us to share his journey in fitness, how he defines success, the most pivotal moments in his career and the future of the industry and it's professionals.

Chad Landers comes on the show to talk about the transformation of William Zabka for Cobrai Kai, his talk on Networking at the Inland Empire Fitness Conference, where we are failing as professionals, being NSCA Training of the Year and more!

Sue Falsone joins Kevin to talk about the concept of her new book "Bridging the Gap," improving the injury recovery process, K Tape, pain science, pain killer addiction and much more.

Jon and Leigh return to talk about what they have been thinking about lately.

Jason and Lauren Pak join Kevin to talk about where they see the industry going, providing the best experience possible for their clients and members, they experience opening Achieve and more!

Ted Andrews and Sarah Polacco of Achieve Fitness Boston stop by Allied Strength to chat about their journeys in the fitness industry, returning from major surgery, programming, building communities, how we communicate with the people we are helping and much more.

Dan John sits down with Kevin at the PB 1-Day event in Boston to talk about solutions where the fitness industry is failing.

Brett Bartholomew joins Kevin for an super important discussion on communication and coaching. This is an invaluable episode for coaches and personal trainers. There is also a ton of info on personal development as well.

Julian Cardoos, founder of Rebirth Body Transformation joins Kevin to talk about the state of the fitness industry, advice on growing your new gym, dealing with business struggles and more!

Geoff Girvitz returns to discuss the story of Bang Fitness, connecting with clients, really understanding the whys behind training and much more! You can provide vital support of The FitCast by becoming a Patreon Supporter at $5/month. It is easy to sign up and helps assure continued weekly production of the show: http://patreon.com/thefitcast

John Pallof joins Kevin to talk about common movement dysfunctions and interventions, compensation patterns to watch out for, a super fascinating discussion on concussion rehab and much more!

Amanda Wheeler from Mark Fisher Fitness and Formation Strength joins Kevin to talk group programming, programming systems, considerations for athletes after their competitive career ends and more!

Geoff Girvitz and Graham Isador join Kevin to discuss Graham article "I Spent 80 Days Trying to Get Abs and It Ruined My Life" You can read the article on Vice.

Brian St. Pierre from Precision Nutrition comes on to talk about long tern nutrition strategies, nutrition coaching in a group setting, improved energy through nutrition and much more!

Lou Schuler returns to look at some of the biggest trends in the fitness industry including the increase in interest in longevity. Sponsors:  HealthIQ: An insurance company that helps health-conscious people get special life insurance rates. Like saving money by being a good driver, Health IQ gets you lower rates on life insurance with your health-conscious lifestyle. Go to healthiq.com/fitcast to support the show and learn more.

Nancy Newell joins Kevin to talk about her presentation from the CSP Fall Seminar "Constructing Female Confidence in a Male-Dominated Gym," best practices for giving coaching feedback, advice for female coaches/trainers and much more! Sponsors:  HealthIQ: An insurance company that helps health-conscious people get special life insurance rates. Like saving money by being a good driver, Health IQ gets you lower rates on life insurance with your health-conscious lifestyle. Go to healthiq.com/fitcast to support the show and learn more.

Jason Phillips comes on the show to talk nutrition for elite athletes on the road, nutrition challenges for busy clients, transitioning to a vegetarian diet and much more! Sponsors:  HealthIQ: An insurance company that helps health-conscious people get special life insurance rates. Like saving money by being a good driver, Health IQ gets you lower rates on life insurance with your health-conscious lifestyle. Go to healthiq.com/fitcast to support the show and learn more.

Michael Keeler returns to talk about creating the optimal environment and experience to create clients for life. This is a can't miss episode and a look into what makes Mark Fisher Fitness so special. Sponsors:  HealthIQ: An insurance company that helps health-conscious people get special life insurance rates. Like saving money by being a good driver, Health IQ gets you lower rates on life insurance with your health-conscious lifestyle. Go to healthiq.com/fitcast to support the show and learn more.

Nia Shanks returns to talk about her new book "Lift Like a Girl," uncomfortable truths about nutrition, health and fitness, making fitness a punishment, the language we use, and much more! Sponsors:  HealthIQ: An insurance company that helps health-conscious people get special life insurance rates. Like saving money by being a good driver, Health IQ gets you lower rates on life insurance with your health-conscious lifestyle. Go to healthiq.com/fitcast to support the show and learn more.

We are live from the final Shoulder and Hips Blueprint Workshop with Tony Gentilcore and Dean Somerset. We discuss coaching competency, warm ups, training over 40, and much more! Sponsors:  Enlightened: At last, ice cream that makes you feel as good as it tastes! ENLIGHTENED Ice Cream is packed with protein and fiber and low in calories, fat, and sugar—plus, it’s unbelievably delicious. Try Enlightened's incredible high protein/low sugar ice-cream for FREE as well as their Marshmallow Treats and Broad Bean Crisps by going to http://try.eatenlightened.com/fitcast/ HealthIQ: An insurance company that helps health-conscious people get special life insurance rates. Like saving money by being a good driver, Health IQ gets you lower rates on life insurance with your health-conscious lifestyle. Go to healthiq.com/fitcast to support the show and learn more.  

Mike Boyle returns to talk about legacy, success strategies, the future of the industry, conditioning programming and much more! Sponsors:  Enlightened: At last, ice cream that makes you feel as good as it tastes! ENLIGHTENED Ice Cream is packed with protein and fiber and low in calories, fat, and sugar—plus, it’s unbelievably delicious. Try Enlightened's incredible high protein/low sugar ice-cream for FREE as well as their Marshmallow Treats and Broad Bean Crisps by going to http://try.eatenlightened.com/fitcast/ HealthIQ: An insurance company that helps health-conscious people get special life insurance rates. Like saving money by being a good driver, Health IQ gets you lower rates on life insurance with your health-conscious lifestyle. Go to healthiq.com/fitcast to support the show and learn more.  

In this live episode, I chat with Christian Thibaudeau and Dr. John Rusin about the importance of recognizing personality types for coaching and training, injuries, programming and much more! Sponsors:  Enlightened: At last, ice cream that makes you feel as good as it tastes! ENLIGHTENED Ice Cream is packed with protein and fiber and low in calories, fat, and sugar—plus, it’s unbelievably delicious. Try Enlightened's incredible high protein/low sugar ice-cream for FREE as well as their Marshmallow Treats and Broad Bean Crisps by going to http://try.eatenlightened.com/fitcast/ HealthIQ: An insurance company that helps health-conscious people get special life insurance rates. Like saving money by being a good driver, Health IQ gets you lower rates on life insurance with your health-conscious lifestyle. Go to healthiq.com/fitcast to support the show and learn more.

Mark Fisher returns to talk about our message and tone as fitness professionals, new vs old school facilities, marketing to your audience, Burning Man and more! Sponsors:  Enlightened: At last, ice cream that makes you feel as good as it tastes! ENLIGHTENED Ice Cream is packed with protein and fiber and low in calories, fat, and sugar—plus, it’s unbelievably delicious. Try Enlightened's incredible high protein/low sugar ice-cream for FREE as well as their Marshmallow Treats and Broad Bean Crisps by going to http://try.eatenlightened.com/fitcast/

Frank Nash joins Kevin to talk about what does and doesn't work in fitness, building a successful facility, the future of the industry and much more! Sponsors:  Enlightened: At last, ice cream that makes you feel as good as it tastes! ENLIGHTENED Ice Cream is packed with protein and fiber and low in calories, fat, and sugar—plus, it’s unbelievably delicious. Try Enlightened's incredible high protein/low sugar ice-cream for FREE as well as their Marshmallow Treats and Broad Bean Crisps by going to http://try.eatenlightened.com/fitcast/

Georgia Dow returns to tackle the psychological aspects of behavior change, being effective coaches for your clients and yourself and she changed my mind on my gym business model. Sponsors:  Enlightened: At last, ice cream that makes you feel as good as it tastes! ENLIGHTENED Ice Cream is packed with protein and fiber and low in calories, fat, and sugar—plus, it’s unbelievably delicious. Try Enlightened's incredible high protein/low sugar ice-cream for FREE as well as their Marshmallow Treats and Broad Bean Crisps by going to http://try.eatenlightened.com/fitcast/

Jon Goodman joins Kevin for a discussion on the future of the fitness industry and the evolution of great coaches and trainers. Sponsors:  Enlightened: At last, ice cream that makes you feel as good as it tastes! ENLIGHTENED Ice Cream is packed with protein and fiber and low in calories, fat, and sugar—plus, it’s unbelievably delicious. Try Enlightened's incredible high protein/low sugar ice-cream for FREE as well as their Marshmallow Treats and Broad Bean Crisps by going to http://try.eatenlightened.com/fitcast/

Max Shank returns to the show to hit on a wide range of topics from fitness and mobility on a plane, time/money balance, staying excited, adapting your training for clients, advice on opening up a new gym and much more! Sponsors:    Precision Nutrition, is the industry gold standard for nutrition and coaching. Over 50,000 fitness professionals have taken their certifications (including myself) and they’ve personally coached 50,000+ clients who’ve collectively lost a million pounds. Consultants to companies like Apple and Nike -- they’ve created something special for Fitcast listeners. You guys get access to a brand new report, where PN shares their secrets on the hottest current nutrition trends, for FREE at get.pn/fitcast.  Enlightened: At last, ice cream that makes you feel as good as it tastes! ENLIGHTENED Ice Cream is packed with protein and fiber and low in calories, fat, and sugar—plus, it’s unbelievably delicious. Try Enlightened's incredible high protein/low sugar ice-cream for FREE as well as their Marshmallow Treats and Broad Bean Crisps by going to http://try.eatenlightened.com/fitcast/  

Sarah Polacco from Achieve Fitness and Purposeful Strength joins Kevin to discuss the crucial conversations we need to be having in the industry, finding a path to success, body positivity, starting a podcast and much more! Sponsors:  Thrive Market: Get an EXTRA 25% off your first purchase + free shipping! (Also, includes free 30 day trial).  Click thrivemarket.com/fitcast.   Keep in mind, Thrive Market's prices are already up to 50% off because they cut out the middle man.  Now they're offering an additional 25% off your first order!  I love how you can shop by over 90 values so whether your vegan, gluten-free, paleo or follow another diet, it's all sortable within 1 click of a button and delivered to your door.  For the first time in history, Thrive Market is making premium, organic, non-GMO products available at wholesale costs! http://thrivemarket.com/fitcast   Precision Nutrition, is the industry gold standard for nutrition and coaching. Over 50,000 fitness professionals have taken their certifications (including myself) and they’ve personally coached 50,000+ clients who’ve collectively lost a million pounds. Consultants to companies like Apple and Nike -- they’ve created something special for Fitcast listeners. You guys get access to a brand new report, where PN shares their secrets on the hottest current nutrition trends, for FREE at get.pn/fitcast. 

I return to Cressey Sports Performance to sit down with Eric Cressey and Pete Dupuis and look back at some of the challenges, changes and lessons since they opened. Sponsors:  Thrive Market: Get an EXTRA 25% off your first purchase + free shipping! (Also, includes free 30 day trial).  Click thrivemarket.com/fitcast.   Keep in mind, Thrive Market's prices are already up to 50% off because they cut out the middle man.  Now they're offering an additional 25% off your first order!  I love how you can shop by over 90 values so whether your vegan, gluten-free, paleo or follow another diet, it's all sortable within 1 click of a button and delivered to your door.  For the first time in history, Thrive Market is making premium, organic, non-GMO products available at wholesale costs! http://thrivemarket.com/fitcast   Precision Nutrition, is the industry gold standard for nutrition and coaching. Over 50,000 fitness professionals have taken their certifications (including myself) and they’ve personally coached 50,000+ clients who’ve collectively lost a million pounds. Consultants to companies like Apple and Nike -- they’ve created something special for Fitcast listeners. You guys get access to a brand new report, where PN shares their secrets on the hottest current nutrition trends, for FREE at get.pn/fitcast. 

Part II of the Live FitCast Event with Jill Coleman and Krista Scott-Dixon in Long Beach, CA. Sponsors: ThriveMarket: Get an EXTRA 25% off your first purchase + free shipping! (Also, includes free 30 day trial).  Click thrivemarket.com/fitcast.   Keep in mind, Thrive Market's prices are already up to 50% off because they cut out the middle man.  Now they're offering an additional 25% off your first order!  I love how you can shop by over 90 values so whether your vegan, gluten-free, paleo or follow another diet, it's all sortable within 1 click of a button and delivered to your door.  For the first time in history, Thrive Market is making premium, organic, non-GMO products available at wholesale costs! http://thrivemarket.com/fitcast Precision Nutrition: Precision Nutrition, is the industry gold standard for nutrition and coaching. Over 50,000 fitness professionals have taken their certifications (including myself) and they’ve personally coached 50,000+ clients who’ve collectively lost a million pounds. Consultants to companies like Apple and Nike — they’ve created something special for Fitcast listeners. You guys get access to a brand new report, where PN shares their secrets on the hottest current nutrition trends, for FREE at get.pn/fitcast. 

We are LIVE in Long Beach, CA with guests Jill Coleman and Krista Scott-Dixon. This is part 1 of the 2-part event. Sponsors  Thrive Market: Save 25% OFF your first order, get 30-days free and Free Shipping when you sign up at http://thrivemarket.com/fitcast Precision Nutrition, is the industry gold standard for nutrition and coaching. Over 50,000 fitness professionals have taken their certifications (including myself) and they’ve personally coached 50,000+ clients who’ve collectively lost a million pounds. Consultants to companies like Apple and Nike — they’ve created something special for Fitcast listeners. You guys get access to a brand new report, where PN shares their secrets on the hottest current nutrition trends, for FREE at get.pn/fitcast. 

Michael Keeler, one of the founders of Mark Fisher Fitness and Business for Unicorns joins Kevin to talk about the story behind MFF, creating incredible experiences, lessons form opening a second location, considerations for opening a facility and much more! Sponsors: Precision Nutrition, is the industry gold standard for nutrition and coaching. Over 50,000 fitness professionals have taken their certifications (including myself) and they’ve personally coached 50,000+ clients who’ve collectively lost a million pounds. Consultants to companies like Apple and Nike — they’ve created something special for Fitcast listeners. You guys get access to a brand new report, where PN shares their secrets on the hottest current nutrition trends, for FREE at get.pn/fitcast. 

Georgie Fear and Roland Fisher join Kevin to talk about their latest thoughts on successful nutrition coaching, systems to help with common struggles, being the best coach possible and more! Precision Nutrition, is the industry gold standard for nutrition and coaching. Over 50,000 fitness professionals have taken their certifications (including myself) and they’ve personally coached 50,000+ clients who’ve collectively lost a million pounds. Consultants to companies like Apple and Nike — they’ve created something special for Fitcast listeners. You guys get access to a brand new report, where PN shares their secrets on the hottest current nutrition trends, for FREE at get.pn/fitcast.