What is the Future of the Fitness Industry? Featuring My Friends at NASM | Ep. 423

Greetings and welcome back to another great episode of The Todd Durkin IMPACT Show—and today, I’ve got something REALLY special for you. I recently wrapped up two incredible days at the NASM HQ (that’s the National Academy of Sports Medicine) in Gilbert, Arizona. Not only did I deliver TWO (2) keynotes to their team of 100+ passionate fitness professionals & executives, but I also sat down with three (3) of NASM’s top leaders for a powerful series of convos that I had to bring straight to YOU today. This episode is all about coaching, leadership, mindset, and the FUTURE of the fitness industry. I hope you are ready to dive in…

 

In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Mindset Coaching with TD (Opening Segment):

• Why relationships > resumes—and how to deepen the ones that matter most.
• How perfection is killing your momentum—and what to do about it.
• The power of vision as your anchor—not just for 2025, but for the next decade of your life and business.
• Behind-the-scenes look at how we’re using vision boards at TDE & Impact X—and why YOU should too.
  
  

On Location at NASM HQ (Gilbert, AZ):

I sat down with three (3) NASM leaders to talk shop, drop fire, and share the future of coaching with you.

 

Guest #1: Tony Ambler-Wright – Product Manager, NASM

• What NASM-1 (aka N1 Membership) is—and how it supports 40,000+ trainers every year.
• Why the biggest opportunity in fitness is actually in career sustainability, not just certification.
• The rise of high school and midlife career changers entering the industry—and how NASM is equipping them.
  
  

Guest #2: Mike Fantigrassi – Head of Product, NASM

• The BIGGEST trends shaping the fitness world in 2025: longevity, biohacking, GLP-1s, wellness coaching.
• How NASM is teaching trainers to safely and effectively coach clients on weight loss meds like Ozempic.
• The shift toward behavior change, motivational interviewing, and building deeper client relationships.
• Why 40% of NASM course buyers are using them for personal growth, not just careers.
  
  

Guest #3: David Van Daff (aka D.V.D.) – VP, Industry Development & Public Affairs

• A powerful recap of my keynote to NASM’s full team.
• What it really means to lead at work, at home, and within your community.
• How to develop leaders in your business (and why it's the fastest path to growth).
• Setting guardrails around your schedule, energy, and relationships to avoid burnout.
• Why trainers MUST learn sales, communication, and business development to stay in the game long-term.
• And the one thing every coach needs to remember: “Never underestimate the power of ONE.”
  
  

 

Big Takeaways from this episode:

• Today’s trainer needs to be more than just physically fit—they need to be a leader, a life coach, a business builder, and a trusted guide.
• The fitness industry isn’t shrinking—it’s EXPANDING. But only those who evolve will thrive.
• Success today is about alignment of your vision, your habits, and your community.
  
  
  

If you’re a trainer, coach, or leader who’s fired up to create IMPACT—do me a favor.

Please screenshot this episode, share it to your IG stories, tag me @ToddDurkin and @NASMFitness and let me know your biggest takeaway.

 

 

For more information & follow-up:

·       NASM official site:  nasm.org

·       Follow NASM on IG:  @NASMFitness

·       Apply to the TD Mastermind: todddurkin.com/tdmastermind

·       For all Todd Durkin Coaching programs & Retreats available: todddurkin.com

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