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Happy Wednesday AWPT Fam!  Have you been in a funk recently? Talking to fellow coaches and clients lately, it seems like many of us have been feeling a bit 'off'. In this episode Tara and Kayla chat about how to unfunk yourself and reignite your spark! THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  Reasons you might be feeling icky this time of year "Sometimes the only way out is through" - how to ride out...

Happy Wednesday AWPT Fam!  This week we're chatting with marketing and storytelling expert, Emma Jane about how to master your message and connect with your audience.  THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  Recent trends and changes in the way that people consume content and connect with people through social media.  How we can cater to this change in our content strategies and messa...

THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  Money conditioning and societies perception of 'selling' and how this impacts our relationship with sales. How to kick your 'sleazy car salesman' relationship with sales. Catering your sales process and client journey to attract your dream clients.  + So much more!   CONNECT WITH TAYLOR: @taylorleecoaching   HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE SHOW: Su...

This week on the podcast we’re joined by Online Coach & WBFF Athlete,   Emily King. Emily has a background in health, transitioning from nursing to PT after discovering her passion for helping others in the gym. Emily transitioned to online coaching after years of face to face training when she moved from Townsville to the Gold Coast, expanding her network to help clients from all over th...

THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  Foods and specific micronutrients to increase immunity and help you recover from sickness or burnout. Lifestyle changes to support your immune system. Conditions or lifestyle factors that may be leading to a reduced immunity or tolerance. + So much more!   CONNECT WITH AMY: @coachneedmfit   HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE SHOW: Subscribe, Rate & Review on App...

This week Tara talks to AWPT Founder Kayla Lee all about women's biomechanics and programming as they discuss the latest addition to the AWPT Course Suite.  THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  The difference between the AWPT 8 Week Course and Women's Biomechanics and Programming Course What is covered in the new course and why it's a game changer for the fitness industry  Tara and Kayla giv...

This week we sat down with   Tarryn Williams   to talk about all things Mindset… Tarryn is a mindset & fitness coach with a background in psychology and almost 10 years of experience in the health & fitness space! Tarryn works with clients both in the health & fitness industry and with female business owners, educating people about mindset & mental health, to understand o...

Ever wondered what it takes to be the head coach of a number 1 fitness app? This week fitness coach and podcaster Danny Kennedy chats to Tara McKenzie about his coaching journey and how he approaches business and training. THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  Danny's coaching journey and how it impacted his relationship to failure. How Danny's background as an athlete affected his relationship wi...

As coaches we know that our impact goes far beyond weight loss or muscle gain, but how can we help our clients get the most out of our coaching packages and mentorship?  What kinds of questions or changes should we be instigating? This week, Tara chats to Brooke Matheson about all this and more! THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  How to ask deeper questions with your clients The difference betw...

In this informative podcast, Tom Dickenson explores the often-overlooked area of male mental health, specifically focusing on the importance of emotional vulnerability within friendships. Throughout the podcast, Tom provides valuable insights and personal anecdotes about his own journey, offering important tips and techniques for men who may be struggling to open up to their friends or loved...

Your favourite duo & facilitators  @coachneedmfit   &   @the_kaylalee  are back to talk about  our Female Specific Nutrition Course!   Tune in to this REPLAY episode from the end of Semester 1 and hear how this course has evolved & how Amy has approached each week’s content to ensure our coaches are getting the most up-to-date research and practi...

Imagine quitting your 9-5 corporate career and going all-in on your fitness business only to make over $100k in your first year.     This week, Emalee chats to Tara about her business journey and all the lessons she learned.     THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:   Em's journey from corporate 9-5 to full time fitness. The mindset shifts required to build the confidence required to...

    Break ups are something that most people go through at some point in their lives, and let's be honest... they suck!  On this week's episode Kayla talks with guest Soph Allen on how to heal from heartbreak and navigate a breakup. Their vulnerability is a testament to how challenges such as a breakup can make you stronger as a leader and as a person.  THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDE...

NEW COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT + PODCAST Q&A! 📣 Kayla and Tara answer all of your burning questions about fitness, business, coaching & life and give you a glimpse into the depth of of mentoring you'll receive with any of the AWPT courses.  STAY TUNED for the end when they announce AWPT's newest course, ' Women's Biomechanics and Programming'.  THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  How...

  How confident do you feel training your client at every phase of their pregnancy and postpartum journey?   If your answer is "not very", then you're not alone. In today's episode, women's physio and founder of Her Women's Health, Caitlin Pender simplifies the training considerations for pre and post natal exercise.  THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES:  The importance of prev...

If one of your goals for 2023 is to foster your relationship with your clients and build a deeper level of trust, then creating a podcast might be on your business to do list. But where do you even start?   On today's episode Tara chat to coach and podcast manager Georgia Refalo about how to take your podcast from a vision to a successful reality.    THEIR DISCUSSION INCLUDES: ...

In order for clients to buy your programs and sign up to your Masterclasses they must first like, know and trust you. On today's podcast episode, Tara talks to Olivia Rose about how vulnerability breeds connection and security with your audience.  Their discussion includes: The importance of emotional intelligence and resilience as a coach.  Creating emotional and social boundaries with...

Whether finding support in a Mentorship container or creating a community as a coach with your clients, a strong support network is essential for growth.   This week, Tara chats with Penny Thompson on how she built her sell out Hera Program - an 8-week group coaching container for women who want to learn the basics of strength training   Their discussion includes: Penny's journey from co...

With Tik Tok officially overtaking Netflix in total users, it is becoming increasingly important to break into and create a presence on the platform.  Differentiating themselves as an entertainment platform rather than a social media platform, Tik Tok presents a special opportunity for coaches to create and foster a unique community.  But is it too late to break into and grow on the...

As coaches and mentors, promoting healthy habits and lifestyles is at the crux of everything we do, but with shifts towards body positivity and body positivity becoming increasingly important, how do we navigate the link between mindset and food with our clients?     On today's episode Tara chat to dietician and health professional Alice Bleathman on how coaches and PTs can better balanc...

  So you want to scale your online fitness business? Then this is the episode for you.  This week Kayla chats to digital business expert Jill Coleman, the founder of JillFit  about how she went from a personal trainer working 70+ hours a week in the gym to multiple 6-figure fitness coach to full-time digital business coach.  Their discussion includes:  Paying your due...

How do you want your clients to FEEL after and while working with you? This is the question Kayla and Ainsley ask you in today's episode. This, they say, is the key to leaving a lasting impact on your clients and building a high retention rate.  In today's episode, Kayla interviews Ainsley Perry, Tik Tok queen , PT and AWPT Mentorship Alumni.  Their discussion includes:  T...

This week Tara sits down with AWPT Founder Kayla Lee to discuss the year that was. A lot can happen in a year, and 2022 was no different with the launch of multiple new courses, rebrands and live workshops. Their discussion includes:  Milestones that Kayla and AWPT experienced in 2022.  Lessons Kayla had learnt throughout the year.  Kayla's vision for AWPT over the next 12 months.&n...

If starting your PT or coaching business is your goal for 2023 then this is the episode for you.  Today Tara chats to Ashley Robertson, founder  and managing director of Emay Services  about the realities of running a business and what it takes to start up, grow and scale. Emay Services are a full creative agency that supplies fitness and health coaches with everything admin, b...

As coaches in an increasingly visual world, social media and quality imagery is becoming increasingly important. Whether it's photos for your website, instagram or marketing material, it's important to ask yourself how do you want you, and your business to be SEEN?  In today's episode, co-host Tara McKenzie chats to photography queen Emma Plummer about creating impactful imagery.  Their...