LTBP #110 - Eric Wylie: Why Coaches Still Need Their Own Coaches
Release Date: 06/06/2018
#394 Colenso-Semple: Menstrual Cycle Periodisation: Myths and Misunderstandings
LTB Podcast
Training female clients often raises a lot of questions for coaches. Do the training requirements for female clients differ from those of male clients? What about the menstrual cycle? Should that affect your decisions? Should we design female training programs differently because of it? In this episode, Stuart teams up with Lauren Conselo-Semple to address these questions. They delve into the most recent research surrounding training strategies for female clients and athletes. If you need to get up to speed on the latest scientific insights on this subject, this episode is your...
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#393 Katie Hughes: Moving From 1-1 to Semi-Private Personal Training
LTB Podcast
You can read countless articles about semi-private personal training, but nothing compares to insights from someone who's been through it all. Our guest of the day, Katie Hughes, has successfully created a bustling semi-private personal training business right from her back garden. Join Stuart as he delves into Katie's journey, uncovering why she chose semi-private training, how she transformed her garage, and what she charges. Tune in to discover how to transition from one-on-one personal training to a semi-private setup, the tactics to secure more leisure time, and...
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#392 Helen Rothwell: Building a PT Business Working w/ Older Adults
LTB Podcast
Are you a personal trainer not focused on the latest fitness trends or helping clients achieve athletic milestones like running faster, jumping higher, or hitting a double bodyweight back squat? Perhaps you're more passionate about enhancing someone's daily life by enabling them to move easily, confidently climb stairs, or walk unaided. If that resonates with you, you're not alone! Today's Lift The Bar Podcast guest is Helen Rothwell, a personal trainer specialising in programs tailored for older adults. Join Stuart as he and Helen discuss fall prevention, optimal session...
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#391 Jenny Rearick: Strategies for Powerful Seminars and Presentations
LTB Podcast
Are you a fitness professional eager to share your knowledge, attract new clients, and earn money? It's time to think about running a seminar! But wait... What if nobody shows up? What if you only end up confusing everyone? And what if you mess up in front of all those potential clients? In this episode of the Lift the Bar Podcast, Stuart welcomes back communication coach Jenny Rearick to discuss how you can confidently get started with delivering seminars and presentations in the fitness industry. Whether you've been hesitant to take the stage, had a less-than-perfect...
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#390 Josh Taylor: How to Create Engaging Videos For Social Media
LTB Podcast
Are you tired of hearing the same old fitness advice like, "Protein is essential for muscle growth," or "Eat veggies at every meal to shed pounds"? So are we. And more importantly, so is your audience. The fitness landscape has evolved, and it's crucial to stand out in this content-saturated world. In this Lift the Bar Podcast episode, Stuart dives deep with Josh Taylor, a funny, engaging, science-based Online Personal Trainer who creates excellent video content. Don't just take our word for it – check out if you want a chuckle. Join us as Josh unveils his...
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#389 Dan & Mike (Biceps & Banter): How to Get Started Coaching Online
LTB Podcast
“Earn seven figures! Pay off your mortgage! Run your business from Dubai and live like royalty. Everyone in my mentorship did it! Who wants in?!" Advice for online coaches often sounds like this, which, to be frank, is pretty damn shady. Thankfully, on this episode of the LTB podcast, we have Dan and Mike from Biceps and Banter to expose the frauds and give us the low down on what PT’s should do if they want to be successful online. In this episode, you'll learn about the following: Building effective systems for delivering top-notch coaching ...
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#388: Four Musings on Being a PT
LTB Podcast
Hey, you’ve got a gap between your clients, right? Come hang out with Stuart and muse about being a PT. Timestamps 0:56- An underrated investment worth making 4:00- Do you need a part-time job? 5:50- Do PT’s need abs? 11:38- Is your content actually any good? Find Out More About LTB: Instagram: Website: Free Trial: Newsletter:
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#387 Mark Fisher: Mastering Marketing & Managing Distractions
LTB Podcast
In the world of fitness, few have delved as deeply into the realms of business, personal growth, and education as our distinguished guest today. We're excited to welcome back Mark Fisher, the inspirational founder of Mark Fisher Fitness, to the Lift the Bar Podcast as he discusses his new book, The Book of Fitness Business Secrets. Join us and uncover some of the key secrets behind Mark's success. Explore Mark's essential pillars of marketing and learn how they have contributed to the meteoric rise of Mark Fisher Fitness. Uncover practical tips for managing distractions. Even...
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#386 Stuart MacDonald: How to Programme For Small Groups
LTB Podcast
Is it that time of the month? The point where you're scrambling around for fresh ideas for your semi-private group workouts? The same old goblet squats just aren't cutting it anymore, and both you and your clients crave something more engaging. Well, never fear! You're not alone! We've been in that "staring blankly at Excel" situation ourselves, and we're here to help! Get ready to revamp your approach to small-group programme design with this week's LTB podcast. We're diving into the archives to bring you an insightful conversation with Stuart Macdonald, who's no stranger...
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#385 Dean Somerset: Life Lessons from Two Decades of Personal Training
LTB Podcast
In the last episode of the Lift The Bar podcast, we explored Harriet's journey as she transitioned careers to become a personal trainer. Today's episode features a guest at the other end of the spectrum. Dean Somerset boasts 20 years of experience as a personal trainer. He is a world-renowned course instructor and speaker. Curious about how he achieved such success? This episode delves into his humble beginnings at a commercial gym, his strategies to build an initial client base, and his insights on making career decisions. We also discuss the ever-present debate: which is...
info_outlineIn this episode, Stuart welcomes on LTB member Eric Wylie. They discuss:
- Where does Eric's desire for education come from?
- How Eric uses LTB.
- How he went from a job in IT to a personal trainer.
- How he found working in a commercial gym and in a private facility.
- How he's got over some the more brutal days of being a personal trainer.
- Why your success or failure as a trainer does not dictate your self-worth as a person.