The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

The “NASM-CPT Podcast” spans the globe as Rick Richey made the 9,500-mile trek from New York City to Singapore for this very special road show. In this episode, Rick deep dives into key points of discussion from the FIT Summit where he is serving as a panelist. He details fitness changes he sees in the coming decade, specifically the environment, the task, and the individual. He’ll also discuss th...

Sometimes it’s best to simply, remove and refine. In this episode, host Rick Richey explains why, as personal trainers, it’s important to streamline what’s most important, and effective, for that individual client. Doing more with less in our training programs and exercise selections is sometimes the best practice to help achieve desired fitness goals. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help you better un...

In this episode host Rick Richey deep dives into a musculoskeletal disorder research study which has been implemented by the National Academy of the Sports Medicine. The NASM Master Instructor will focus on several different key findings in the study, including the levels of musculoskeletal disorder, strength, flexibility, and other factors which led to these statistical outcomes. Expand your fitn...

Someone who is pregnant is most likely preparing for the most physically taxing event of their lives. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Carolyn Appel, PROnatal Fitness Director of Education, deep dive into approaching fitness during pregnancy, common misconceptions about prenatal training, understanding the demands of the body while training be...

It’s time to talk this out. How is it possible for some trainers to charge so much and, more importantly, why can’t I make that kind of money? In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey explores the secret sauce to charging more, specifically for business owners, and the reasoning behind it. He’ll also share personal pricing stories as a CPT, the importance of busine...

As a personal trainer, you may be providing incredible workouts, but are those workouts designed in the best interest of your clients? In this encore presentation, host Rick Richey details how to not only design exercise routines but, most importantly, achieve the desired outcomes. The NASM Master Instructor discusses focus techniques, the meaning behind the SMART acronym (Specific, Measurable, At...

Inflation is causing many of us to pivot, in both our spending habits, and pricing habits given our current economic pivot. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey discusses when the right time is, if there even is a right time, to charge more as a personal trainer. He’ll also detail the best way to tell your clients you’re increasing their rate, ho...

Lindsey Jacobellis is widely considered the greatest snowboarder of all time. In February, Jacobellis further cemented her legacy winning a pair of Gold Medals in the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” Jacobellis joins host Rick Richey to share the elation and personal sense of accomplishment winning Gold, detailed training techniques to reach her peak performance level when...

Love it, or hate it, social media isn’t going anywhere. The fitness space is littered with fitness-specific social content and easily accessible through just a simple search on your favorite app. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey deep dives into the fitness social platforms and explores the good, and the bad, of the influencer culture. This episode explores what influencers do, how they...

Fitness is a dimension of wellness. In this episode, host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Dr. Mallory Fox, NASM-MT, CES, PES, and CWC, help define fitness from wellness, provide important trainer-client tips, and who to seek out for advice from professionals who are skilled in other dimensions of wellness. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help lead you down the road to bettering your wellness jo...

In this anatomy lesson, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the pectoral and latissimus dorsi muscles, most commonly referred to as simply, the pecs and lats. This episode focuses on defining these two muscles, best training practices to add strength, and many more insightful knowledge drops. School is in session on the “NASM-CPT Podcast!”  The most trusted name in fitness is n...

The big toe, which is sometimes called, the great toe, is an area which can suffer from a significant lack in range of motion. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey outlines several different assessments with the big toe, why, amongst other joints, it’s often overlooked, self-administered big toe techniques, and many more insightful pointers to he...

Pivoting in your personal training career can be tough to navigate, especially when deciding the best time to train outside of being an employee at a corporate gym. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey details seven objectives to consider before making the move, as well as shares several different experiences he encountered as he transitioned his training indep...

In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey deep dives into research done by the NASM Corrective Exercise Specialization on rounded head, forward shoulders, protraction – the upper crossed syndrome. He will explain the three types of patterns: upper crossed syndrome, lower crossed syndrome, and the layered syndrome, as well as many more interesting points taken from this study. The...

Sir Isaac Newton’s proposed First Law of Motion in 1687 famously said, ‘A body at rest tends to remain at rest. A body in motion tends to stay in motion.’ Seems straight-forward enough, right? In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey details the physical benefits from increased physical activity. So don’t sit back and miss your chance to greater understand why motion is lotion!...

Taking vacation as a personal trainer can be a slippery slope, and understandably so, since no one is paying you when you’re not working. However, unplugging from work, as well as life’s hurdles and speed bumps, is important for several reasons. In the episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey explores the mental struggle many in the fitness industry wrestle with when it comes to taking...

NASM Master Instructor and host Rick Richey details workout timelines and structure for people of all ages who are hoping to see increases in productivity, growth, or simply just maintenance in their fitness lives. In this episode Rick highlights these guidelines, which have been professionally researched and studied, for people of all ages. Whether a preschooler, adolescent, adult, or older adult...

Ever wonder how your arm is kept in your shoulder socket? In this encore presentation, host Rick Richey gets you familiar with the group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, what some of the joint actions are, as well as what they do. Plus, a breakdown of the four rotator cuff muscles, and much more. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help answer any questions you may have when it come...

It’s time to dip back into Rick’s mailbag of questions to focus on this powerful neuromuscular assessment tool. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey details if activation is something which needs to be frequently varied, if it’s best if paired with specific workouts, and several other key breakdowns of this concept of activation. The most trusted name in fitnes...

Our functional anatomy series continues, this time focusing in on the trapezius, or simply, the trap muscle, that begins at the base of the neck, goes across the shoulders, and extends to the middle of the back. Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, details the attachment points, the joint actions for each of these muscles, some common causes of soreness in the traps, and many other usefu...

The greatest benefits from a workout aren’t from the workout itself, but the recovery period after the workout. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Jackson Corley, Incrediwear Holdings, Inc. Founder, discuss the science-based approach behind the project which leads to increased blood flow, how long it takes for the product to work,...

In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey dips back into the mailbag to outline a checklist to assure your personal trainer fits the needs wanted from their services. He’ll deep dive into double checking trainer’s credentials, asking if your workout personalities fit or could clash at some point, navigating pricing, and a number of other key ingredients to note when deciding w...

Certified Wellness Coach, and NASM-CPT, Darlene Marshall is bringing her expansive wellness knowledge to our NASM Podcast Network with her popular “Better Than Fine” weekly show which debuts on our platforms Wednesday, April 4, 2022. In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, and Marshall, explore a deep discussion on her background, passion for learning and understanding well...

Consistency is a key ingredient to many aspects of our lives, including fitness. In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, discusses a myriad of ways to help build greater consistency with your clients. He’ll explore different coaching steps like planning ahead, celebrating successes, prioritizing your top goals, and many more. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help set you up for s...

The life of a certified personal trainer is exhilarating, rewarding, and unique. But at times, like any career path, it can be overwhelming. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Jayel Lewis, AFAA group fitness instructor, and long-time fitness consultant, discuss some of the more common burnout issues, ways to prevent these hurdles from re-occurri...