The FitPro Podcast

Paul Edmondson, movement specialist and master trainer, speaks to Jane Waller about whether fast tracking clients is smart training. He outlines the biggest mistakes he sees trainers making with clients and how consideration of the client’s previous experience and ability – along with building the foundations first – is key.

In this podcast our head of education, Aaron Barnett, speaks to Pentony O’Hagan and Danielle White from T3 education about how teamwork makes the client’s dream work. In their discussion, they explore how personal trainers and soft tissue therapists can work together effectively for clients to reach their full potential.

This is a slightly different podcast to what you are used to from Fitpro. Today Aaron Barnett speaks to two other fitness professionals, Robert Kane and Teresa Wheatly, to explore what has happened in our industry due to COVID-19 and what's going to happen moving forward, from both the personal trainer and group exercise perspective.

In 2010, Sarah Russell was rushed into hospital with abdominal pain, given major surgery and ended up with a stoma. Here, she speaks to Jane Waller about her journey, the challenges she has overcome to train for marathons and how she is now educating healthcare and fitness professionals on how they can help clients who experience similar challenges. For more information: Me+recovery by ConvaTec ht...

International speaker Anthony Carey owns Function First in San Diego, which primarily works with clients in chronic pain. Here he talks to Aaron Barnett about his integrated bio-psycho-social approach to training and how it can impact on clients’ goals, and looks at the scope you have for working with clients to help them manage their pain.

Some of us are experiencing higher levels of anxiety as we continue to live in a locked-down state due to covid-19. In this podcast, John Polley discusses how the mental, emotional and physical systems are all connected – and how your attitude to stress can affect your physical wellbeing. It’s an interesting listen with some useful pointers to take away at this troubling time.

In this week's podcast, we have done special coronavirus focused podcast. In this FitPro’s managing director, Jane Waller, speaks to leading dietician and sports nutritionist, Linia Patel. She is currently on lockdown in Italy and in this podcast FitPro explores life in lockdown and useful advice that you can share with your clients and members.

In this week's podcast, FitPro’s managing director, Jane Waller, speaks to Exercise physiologist, Tony Boutagy about the benefits of blood flow restriction training. About the podcast guest: Tony Boutagy has been a trainer for 25 years, specialising in the development of strength and endurance, and training for body composition. He holds a PhD in exercise science and is an accredited exercise phys...

In this week's podcast, FitPro's managing director, Jane Waller, speaks to the international presenter and author Desi Bartlett about the ideas behind her latest book 'Your Strong Sexy Pregnancy'. They explore how women can feel empowered and benefit from exercise during pregnancy.

In this week's podcast, FitPro’s managing director, Jane Waller, speaks to the founder of Fisikal, Rob Lander about creating digital assessments and workouts.

In this special podcast we talk to Darren Orton, FitPro's Business Manager. Darren who’s been with the company for 26 years is a familiar face (or voice on the other end of the phone) to many of our members. During his time in the business he’s seen trends come and go, and he understands what it really means to be a fitness professional. He’s also passionate about staying fit and pushing his own b...

In this week's podcast, FitPro’s managing director, Jane Waller, speaks to Dr Amy Ashmore about the scientific discovery that inspired her new book, Timing Resistance Training: Programming the Muscle Clock for Optimal Performance.

In this week's podcast, FitPro’s Managing Director, Jane Waller, speaks to Kris Tynan programme Director for Exercise as Medicine NZ. They discuss training older adults, arthritis and her CPD online course 'Osteoporosis and Exercise'. If you would like to take this course click the link below http://bit.ly/2PQoiP8

In this week's podcast, FitPro’s Head of Education, Aaron Barnett, speaks to Debby Sargent, lecturer at the University of Gloucestershire and UKSCA tutor. They discuss the importance of training female athletes as individuals, understanding the menstrual cycle, and using it positively in their strength and conditioning training.

Anthony Franklin, CEO of Fibodo, the award-winning booking management platform used by fitness professionals, and Fiona Bugler, author of our business course, Get Known, discuss the ways PTs can be more business savvy in order to grow their fitness businesses. Find out more about fibodo at www.fibodo.com Check out the Get Known online course: bit.ly/2Ufr4Ny

In this week’s podcast, FitPro's programming manager Kirsten Carter speaks to nurse and personal trainer Marion Foreman from All Together Better. Marion discusses how fitness professionals can prepare themselves for when a client tells them that they have cancer. We also explore the benefits that exercise has for someone on their cancer journey. To learn more about the 'Cancer and exercise - The b...

This week, we hear from movement specialist John Polley. In this podcast, we explore why you would want to introduce play in to your clients’ training. We also discuss the science behind play and what the benefits are to incorporating it into sessions. Have a listen and get in touch with any questions! publish@fitpro.com

FitPro’s director, Jane Waller, interviews marketing expert, Riley Stewart, about how to master the process of client acquisition. Riley Stewart is a marketing expert, business consultant and investor. He’s the founder and CEO of More Gym Members, a lead generation provider for fitness businesses globally, and Co-Founder of Zone Gyms which combines community, individual customisation, and results-...

Due to popular request, FitPro’s Director, Jane Waller, is once again chatting to Dianne Edmonds about Pregnancy considerations. This time they are talking specifically about the benefits of aqua based classes and sessions. Listen now to Dianne as she addresses: main benefits; special considerations; breathing, and a focus on the core. Visit the fitpro blog at: https://www.fitpro.com/blog/podcast-...

In this week’s podcast, FitPro’s editor Olivia Hubbard speaks to Australian PT Brendon Patrick on why he thinks so many instructors burn out so early on in their business. As a highly dedicated and passionate coach, Brendon Patrick crafted his fitness skills and honed a resolute mindset during the 15 years he spent in the Australian Army. It was his own life experience as a soldier – and a leader...

FitPro’s editor, Olivia Hubbard, catches up with 21 times British Senior Champion ENG/GB Olympic Weightlifter, multiple England and British record holder, and Active Communities trustee, Jo Calvino. We talk doping, supplements, body image, and training female clients. Visit: www.fitpro.com/blog/podcast-jo-calvino/

Pelvic floor exercises don’t commonly play a part in women’s workout routines, but they should. Pelvic Floor First ambassador, Marietta Mehanni, spoke to FitPro’s director, Jane Waller, on why fitness instructors should consider incorporating pelvic floor exercises into their repertoire. Visit the FitPro blog to find out more here: www.fitpro.com/blog

For this week’s podcast, FitPro hears from Mick Timpson, who helps us to understand the differences between mindfulness and meditation. His book, Making Happy Work, is a fitting text for the modern world and takes readers on a meditation journey of eight parts, which, stage by stage, build up into simple, easy-to-use, power practice that can be incorporated into daily activities.

Team FitPro are taking part in the breast cancer MoonWalk event on 11 May. We wanted to hear from the event founder, Nina Barough, on her reasons for starting the event and how far it’s come. FitPro’s editor was also joined by PT and breast cancer fighter, Mary Huckle. We really do hope that this podcast provides you with an insight into one of the biggest nights on the fitness event calendar. The...

During pregnancy, women‘s priorities for movement and exercise change. Director and founder of The Pregnancy Centre, Dianne Edmonds, spoke to FitPro’s director, Jane Waller, on how personal trainers can effectively train their pregnant clients.