Trainers Talking Truths

On this episode of Trainers Talking Truths, Jenny and Dan talk to Robert Cappucio, behavior change specialist with over a decade of experience in the field of health and wellness. Robert shares his insights into the key elements of a successful coaching relationship and how coaches can help clients to bring about lasting behavior change. The conversation then turns to the delicate balance between...

Jenny and Dan connect with certified yoga teacher and mental health advocate Angel Desantis to explore the intersection of physical and mental strength in yoga. Angel shares her personal journey, which leads to a discussion of how yoga can be a powerful tool for mental and emotional well-being as well as how teaching has helped her students develop mental strength and resilience. The concept of "g...

On this episode of Trainers Talking Truths, Jenny and Dan sit down with renowned strength and conditioning coach and co-founder of Allegiate Gym, Timothy Caron. Timothy shares his journey of how he got started in the fitness industry and worked his way up to working with elite athletes in top college football programs, as well as how his diverse educational background informs his coaching philosop...

Jenny and Dan meet with Cary Williams, Olympic-level boxing coach, Fitness professional, and creator of Boxing and Barbells. They chat about how she combined boxing and fitness into a successful business and certification.

Jenny and Dan connect with Britt Knighton, VP of Business Development for Camp Gladiator to discuss tips and resources for fitness professionals to improve their sales, and encourage other teammates to do the same.

Jenny and Dan chat with Scott Rawcliffe, a long-time fitness professional and international speaker who is best known for helping many companies and individuals in the fitness industry increase traffic and increase profits with effective social media strategies.

Jenny and Dan connect with Alex Artymiak, a yoga, meditation, and breath-work teacher who has taught over 5000 yoga classes! In this episode they tackle all things yoga, from practice to profession.

Jenny and Dan meet with ISSA favorite and new mom Skye Halliday-Wilson to discuss training while pregnant and working with clients post-partum!

Jenny and John talk with Idea Fit’s 2022 Fitness Leader of the YEAR, Pete Holman! They dive deep into the various career paths fitness trainers can take, as well as how to sky rocket in their chosen path.

Jenny and John speak with the Director of Education for the MedFit Education Foundation Jonathan Ross. They cover Jonathan's successful career as a trainer, writer, speaker and educator and his passion for helping people find a sense of enjoyment in physical activity. Then they talk about the role fitness plays in long-term physical and mental health as well as the role it can play in helping thos...

Jenny and Dan speak with Matt Wright, Partner and Chief Growth Officer at The Fort Athletic Club in Oceanport, NJ. They talk about how to build your business as a club operator and as a personal trainer in 2023. From efficient time management to effective relationship building with potential customers they cover many of the strategies that the best fitness professionals use to succeed in the fitne...

How can targeted vibration therapy benefit trainers and clients, and what actually is it? Your favorite fitness experts meet with physical therapist and trainer Matt Gloyd to talk all things athlete rehabilitation and recovery.

In this episode, Jenny and John talk to Director of Performance for XPT, PJ Nestler. They discuss how he creates performance programming for world class athletes and your everyday consumer. They also cover how performance breathing, cold exposure and heat exposure can benefit health and performance.

Jenny meets with Pilates studio owner Gabi Mazar to explore the benefits of Pilates and what it's like as a fitness entrepreneur to pursue studio ownership. They conclude with a really fun look into Gabi’s other business “Fitcations” which is a huge treat for travel and fitness lovers alike! Links from this episode: Fitcations: https://www.destinationfitcations.com/about/ Pilates Tempe: https://ww...

Your favorite fitness experts meet with Andy Schoonover, founder of CrowdHealth, a better way to pay for medical bills through the power of crowdfunding. They talk about the great healthcare services without restriction and access the power of the Crowd to help pay for medical bills. For a limited time, CrowdHealth is offering an exclusive ISSA discount. Get your first 3 months of CrowdHealth for...

In this episode, your favorite fitness experts meet with Patrick Darby of Darby Business Advisors who focuses on helping Online Fitness Entrepreneurs save taxes & grow their money.

Your favorite trainers meet with Shannon Fable to chat about nurturing leads into sales and the dos and don’ts of building your personal training business!

The Fitness Business Owner’s Perspective - Your favorite trainers sit down with studio owner and golf specialist Greg Johnson to chat all things fitness and business! Greg gives great advice for new professionals in the industry!

Today our trainers talking truths meet with fitness industry powerhouse Sarah Pellegrino, exploring brand building as fitness professionals, as well as how to start your very own podcast!

John and Jenny meet with “fitness ninja” Marc Zalmanoff to talk about stoic philosophy, operating from a place of gratitude, and how the mindset impacts results. They explore “making good choices” and the degree to which everyday choices affect our short-term and long-term success.

Here's another fan favorite throwback episode! Jenny and Dan meet with the creator and owner of the game-changing fitness tool and brand: TRX, Randy Hetrick who provides insight into fitness entrepreneurship through first-hand experience with his innovation in TRX and his latest venture: Outfit.

Jenny and substitute co-host John Bauer talk with fitness industry professional Jarod Cogswell, covering everything from entering the industry to coaching philosophies within it!

In this episode, we meet with RC Hahn, the Vice President of Business Development and Partnerships for FIBR, a new social media platform specifically created for fitness and health industry professionals!

Here's another fan favorite throwback episode! For power couple Ian Simon and Brittany Lee, fitness is so much more than just a business: it’s their life. They have successfully created a booty building empire with their glute-focused training, Insta-Booty. But their success wasn’t made overnight. Working together, training together, and being business partners takes a lot of sweat - literally. In...

We are highlighting fan favorite past episodes while we record new episodes with experts in the fitness industry! Check out this one: Dan and Jenny meet with fellow ISSA team member Kurt Mangum II. They discuss how he and his wife Deanna started and built their brand Coupleyfit. The concept of their approach to physical health S.W.A.N.™ (Sleep, Water, Activity, Nutrition) is covered along with how...