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Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
AI for Trainers: Will It Replace or Empower Us?
The rise of AI in fitness is impossible to ignore — but is it a threat to personal trainers or the ultimate tool for growth?In this episode, Eddie Lester (Founder of Fitness Mentors) dives deep into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the personal training industry. From ChatGPT-generated workout plans to wearable tech like WHOOP and Oura, the tools your clients use are getting smarter. So where does that leave you?🔍 In this episode, you’ll learn:What AI is doing right now in fitness — and what’s coming nextWhy AI might outprogram you, but will never...
2025-06-12
25 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The 5 Biggest Mistakes New Trainers Make (and How to Avoid Them)
🎧 Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes New Trainers Make (Before They Cost You Clients and Cash)If you're a new or soon-to-be certified personal trainer, this episode is your cheat sheet to avoiding the most common and costly mistakes that sabotage early success. Whether you're struggling with pricing, programming, marketing, or just feeling overwhelmed with where to start—this podcast will help you get on the right track fast.Eddie Lester, Master Trainer and founder of Fitness Mentors, breaks down the 5 biggest mistakes new trainers make—and how to fix them using tools and str...
2025-06-04
22 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Breaking Free from a Rut: How to Reignite Your Personal Training Business
Feeling stuck in your personal training business? Whether your client list has plateaued, your motivation has dipped, or you’re struggling to bring in revenue, you’re not alone—and this episode is here to help.Join host Eddie Lester as he tackles the signs of being in a rut and, more importantly, actionable strategies to break free. From reconnecting with your "why" to refreshing your marketing and setting new goals, this episode is packed with practical tips to reignite your passion and momentum.He’ll also explore mindset shifts to embrace change, celebrate small wins, an...
2025-01-20
29 min
It's All Mirrors
Eddie Lester – Mirrors and Motivation
Air Date - 25 September 2024How can discovering mirrors help motivate others? Eddie Lester, the founder and CEO of Fitness Mentors, has more than 20 years of experience in the health, fitness, and athletics field. He has motivated tens of thousands of personal trainers to transform their careers and reach their business goals. Eddie’s philosophy includes motivating clients to focus on the bigger picture in which daily positive contributions significantly impact self, family, community, and the world. His training work is all about motivation - motivating his clients and teaching them ways to motivate and empower their own clients. He...
2024-09-25
56 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Ozempic (GLP-1) and Personal Training: What are the Consequences?
This week on the CPT Podcast, host Eddie Lester delves into the impact of GLP1 receptor agonists (Ozempic) on the personal training industry. He explores how these medications, known for their significant weight loss benefits, are transforming the fitness landscape. With enhanced client results, a broader client base, and a holistic health approach, personal trainers are poised to see unprecedented success. Discover how GLP1 can motivate clients, improve retention rates, and open new opportunities for trainers to collaborate with healthcare providers, positioning themselves as comprehensive health professionals.Join Eddie as he breaks down the science behind GLP1...
2024-07-29
24 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
6 Essential Business Checkpoints for Launching Your Personal Training Business
Launching your own personal training business requires careful planning and attention to detail. In this episode, host Eddie Lester dives into the six most crucial checkpoints every aspiring personal trainer must address when starting their business.From naming your business to setting up banking and accounting systems, each checkpoint plays a pivotal role in establishing a strong foundation for your business.1. Name Your Business:Discover the importance of choosing a compelling and memorable name for your personal training business. We'll discuss strategies for brainstorming creative names that resonate with your target audience...
2024-05-20
29 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Mastering Closing Sales Statements to Get More Clients
In this episode we delve into the art of closing sales as a personal trainer, unveiling powerful closing statements and techniques to increase your client conversion rate. Whether you're new to sales or a seasoned professional, mastering these closing strategies can take your personal training business to new heights.Join Eddie Lester as he explores dynamic closing techniques tailored specifically for personal trainers:The Direct Close: Cut straight to the point with the Direct Close, a straightforward approach that asks for the sale directly. Discover how to confidently present your offer, address objections, and...
2024-05-13
27 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Leveraging Your Own Personality to Sell Personal Training
In this episode of the Certified Personal Trainer Podcast, we dive deep into the art of salesmanship in the personal training industry, exploring how different sales personalities can influence client interactions and drive business growth. Whether you're an Instant Friend, a Guru, a Fitness Consultant, a Networker, or a Hard Seller, understanding and embracing your unique sales style can make all the difference in closing deals and building lasting client relationships.Join host Eddie Lester, a seasoned personal trainer and sales expert, as he explores the distinct characteristics and strategies of each sales personality archetype:...
2024-05-06
28 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Networking: The Key to Business Growth and Client Acquisition as a Personal Trainer
In this episode of The Certified Personal Trainer Podcast, we unlock the power of networking as a crucial strategy for personal trainers to fuel business growth and attract new clients. Networking goes beyond exchanging business cards—it's about building meaningful connections, fostering relationships, and positioning yourself as a trusted authority in the fitness industry.Join host Eddie Lester as he explores actionable tips and strategies to leverage networking effectively in your personal training business. Discover how to expand your professional network, cultivate referral partnerships, and create valuable opportunities for client acquisition.Learn the art of ne...
2024-04-29
30 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
How to Use Branding as a Personal Trainer to Get More Clients
Join us as we delve into the power of branding and its impact on attracting more clients as a personal trainer. Building a strong brand identity goes beyond having a logo—it's about crafting a compelling story, defining your unique value proposition, and connecting authentically with your target audience.This episode explores practical strategies and actionable tips to leverage branding effectively in the fitness industry. Discover how to differentiate yourself in a competitive market, build trust with potential clients, and establish a memorable brand presence that drives business growth.Learn the key elements of successful pe...
2024-04-22
41 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
How to Discuss Pricing During a Sale to Close More Sales
In this episode of the Certified Personal Trainer Podcast we dive deep into the art of discussing pricing during a sale as a personal trainer. Pricing discussions can often be nerve-wracking, but they don't have to be! Join us as we uncover unique tactics and strategies to confidently bring up your prices and close more sales with ease.Hosted by Eddie Lester, a seasoned personal trainer with years of experience in the industry, this episode offers practical advice and actionable tips for navigating pricing conversations effectively. From building confidence in your value proposition to employing persuasive techniques...
2024-04-01
31 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Using Google and Yelp to Gain New Clients (Easily)
In this episode of the Certified Personal Trainer Podcast, we delve into the power of leveraging Google and Yelp to attract new clients effortlessly. Join us as we uncover the secrets of local SEO tactics, including creating Google Business pages and optimizing your presence on Yelp, to expand your reach and grow your client base with ease.This episode offers practical insights and actionable strategies for fitness professionals looking to harness the potential of online platforms to attract and convert local clients effectively.Throughout the episode, host Eddie Lester shares valuable tips and best practices...
2024-03-20
24 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Using Goal Setting to Make a Full Time Income as a Personal Trainer
In this episode, host Eddie Lester dives into the essential topic of SMART goal setting for personal training professionals. Join us as we explore the importance of setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals to drive success and growth in your personal training business.This episode offers valuable insights and practical strategies for personal trainers looking to take their business to the next level. Whether you're just starting out or seeking to expand your client base and revenue streams, mastering the art of SMART goal setting is crucial for long-term success.Throughout the episode...
2024-03-13
33 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Why Clients Aren't Buying Your Personal Training Right Now (And What to Do About It)
Host Eddie Lester tackles the pressing concern for personal trainers everywhere: why aren't clients buying your services, and more importantly, what can you do to turn the tide?Listen to dissect the common pitfalls and barriers preventing potential clients from committing to personal training programs. This episode explores the myriad factors contributing to the current challenges faced by personal trainers in attracting and retaining clients.Through in-depth analysis and practical advice, we uncover:Common misconceptions and barriers that deter clients from investing in personal training.Strategies for effectively communicating the value proposition of personal...
2024-03-07
30 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
How to Create a Sales Pipeline for your Personal Training Business
Whether you're just starting out or looking to revamp your current approach, understanding the intricacies of a sales pipeline is crucial for sustained growth and success in the competitive fitness industry.Join Eddie Lester a seasoned entrepreneur and personal training expert, to uncover the step-by-step process of constructing an effective sales pipeline. From identifying and targeting your ideal clientele to nurturing leads and closing deals, we leave no stone unturned in this comprehensive guide.Whether you're a solo trainer or managing a team of fitness professionals, mastering the art of sales pipeline creation is essential...
2024-02-21
45 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The Key to Starting and Growing Your Personal Training Clientele - Building Rapport
Many trainers start their certification process and then business without a plan on how they are going to gain clientele. This leads to frustration and doubt as well as some trainers even quit all together. Most certification bodies don't even teach this key element in any of their curriculum. Escape this common pitfall by listening to host Eddie Lester discuss the importance of building rapport as a tool for growing your client base. Show Links:Personal Trainer Mentorship ($6/mo)Support the show
2024-02-14
27 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Marketing 101 for New Personal Trainers
In this episode, we're diving into the essential strategies of "Marketing 101 for New Personal Trainers." Host Eddie Lester will be focusing solely on equipping you with the tools you need to skyrocket your personal training business.Eddie breaks down the fundamentals of effective marketing for personal trainers. From writing industry blogs or creating a blog page on your website to establish your authority and credibility, to building and nurturing an email list for direct client communication, we'll explore every step of the journey.But that's not all – we'll delve into the power of so...
2024-02-07
44 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
What Are You Selling? - Understanding Your Training Product
In this podcast, we dive deep into a paradigm shift that will redefine the way you approach selling as a personal trainer. Instead of merely marketing training sessions as a product, we explore the transformative power of selling towards emotions and end results.Host Eddie Lester unravels the art of connecting with clients on a deeper level, moving beyond the transactional nature of training sessions. Discover how to tap into the emotions and aspirations that drive individuals to seek fitness guidance. From sculpting a vision of confidence and vitality to fostering a sense of empowerment, learn how...
2024-01-31
25 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The 6 Best Closing Sales Statements for Personal Trainers
Join host Eddie Lester as he unveils the secret sauce to sealing the deal – "The 6 Best Closing Sales Statements for Personal Trainers." Join the dynamic exploration of persuasive language and compelling closing statements that will elevate your sales game to new heights.In this episode, we break down the anatomy of a successful close, focusing on the crucial moment when potential clients are on the verge of committing to their fitness journey. Discover insights on the art of crafting impactful closing statements tailored to the unique needs and motivations of each individual. From instilling a sense of ur...
2024-01-24
32 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The 2024 Guide to Social Media for Personal Trainers
Join host Eddie Lester for an exclusive deep dive into "The 2024 Guide to Social Media for Personal Trainers." Whether you're a seasoned fitness professional or just starting your journey, Eddie explores the latest best practices to elevate your online presence and connect with clients in the ever-evolving landscape of social media.Discover invaluable insights on what to post to showcase your expertise, engage your audience, and build a thriving online community. From crafting compelling content to utilizing trending formats, we provide actionable tips to keep your social media game on point. Learn how to strike the...
2024-01-10
37 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Overcoming Sales Barriers and Objections When Selling Personal Training
In this weeks episode of the Certified Personal Trainer Podcast, discover the strategies that turn objections into opportunities as our host, Eddie Lester, shares firsthand experiences dealing with common sales hurdles. From addressing budget concerns to countering skepticism about results, Eddie provides actionable tips that will transform your approach to selling personal training services.Tune in to learn the psychology behind client objections and how to tailor your pitch to address their unique needs and goals. Eddie shares personal success stories, providing inspiration and practical advice for both aspiring and established personal trainers looking to elevate their...
2023-12-21
33 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The Four Core Marketing Channels for a Life Long Career as a PT
This week on the Certified Personal Trainer Podcast we discuss "The Four Core Marketing Channels for a Lifetime Career as a Personal Trainer." In this episode, we delve into the essential pillars that can shape a successful and enduring career in personal training. Host Eddie Lester guides you through the nuances of face-to-face marketing, exploring the power of personal connections and building a local client base. Discover the untapped potential of email marketing, as we unravel strategies to engage and retain clients effectively.Join us as we demystify the world of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for personal...
2023-12-06
36 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
15 Must-Do Tasks to Prepare your Training Business for the New Years Rush
Show Links:$6 Personal Trainer Sales MentorshipProgram Design TemplatesCertified Online Personal Trainer CertificationHealth Coach CertificationBusiness and Sales CEU CourseFitness Nutrition Specialist CertificationIn our latest episode, host Eddie Lester, unveils the 15 pivotal tasks that will shape the success of your personal training business for the new years rush. Delve into the nuances of early marketing mastery, learning how to create captivating campaigns across diverse platforms. Explore the art of website optimization, ensuring a seamless and visually appealing experience for potential clients. Navigate the complexities of crafting com...
2023-11-29
40 min
The Community Pod
The Eddie Franzoni Story
Send us a textEddie Franzoni is the founder of YTK Media! His goal is to help upcoming artists get to the next level! Eddie is someone who is not afraid to take risks and in his life he has had to make a few! In This Episode Eddie Speaks on Working for RapTv, Networking, Quitting is job to work to start following his passion, Managing Setwillfree a well known videographer who does the “5 minute” music videos for famous artists, being an entrepreneur and so much more!Support the showPlease remember to SUBS...
2023-06-26
49 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
What Is Online Personal Training? How Can We Create Sustainable Revenue Streams?
What is online personal training exactly and in what ways can you create a consistent income online? While it's helpful to look at what other coaches are doing, entrepreneurship should be an independent line of thought specific to you and your business.In this podcast episode you'll learn from Eddie and Alex what is online personal training, what is entrepreneurship, additional services and revenue streams, and why you should take your business online.Show Notes:Join our Discord Community. Surround yourself with 800+ other ambitious trainers within the community. This is your new...
2023-04-27
46 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
How to Train Clients Virtually
Ready to start or transition your career to online training? Eddie is joined by Alex Cartmill and the rest of the Fitness Mentors team to discuss the 6 ways you can train clients online. What are the 6 easy to create revenue streams for virtual fitness professionals? Tune in to find out. Special Offer: In this webinar we also announced the best bundle ever offered to help you crush it as an Online Personal Trainer. This Bundle includes:Certified Online Personal Trainer Certification - $69912 Premade Workout Program Templates - $49910 Meal Plan and Mont...
2022-06-17
59 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Fitness Video Performance with Mason Bendewald
What does it take to create a connection with your clients through video and live streaming workouts? The human need to connect with others drives many behaviors. Understanding how to do so is pivotal to the digital trainers success. This week host Eddie Lester is joined by Mason Bendewald, a fitness entrepreneur and director of the infamous P90X workout video series, to talk about the characteristics that create a true connection with your audience through video. Show Notes: Free PDF: 10 Things the Top 1% of Digital Trainers Do https://www.thevideogym...
2022-06-02
36 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The Move to Earn Movement
Join host Eddie Lester as he dives into how trainers can utilize the move to earn movement to grow their personal training businesses. Learn the top companies that are making this a possibility and how to get started with them. Show notes:MetaGym Discord: https://discord.gg/Jv9Cck6DJ2Stepn Discord: https://discord.gg/stepn2Support the show
2022-05-21
15 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The World's First Metaverse Gym
We aim to make it crystal clear that supporting your fitness career is our top priority. And one major aspect of that includes spotting new opportunities in the future of personal training. Specifically, opportunities that have limited downside, but huge potential upside. Cue MetaGym - the first gym in the metaverse, built to bridge the fitness world to the emerging Web3 space. In short: Instead of fighting against the inevitable future of technology, we want to be the first adopters⏤the pioneers of personal training in the metaverse⏤and help you stay informed in our ever...
2022-04-22
22 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Progressive Overload: What is It and How to Use It
An effective training plan has many components, but one of the most important is progressive overload. Put simply: progressive overload is doing work enough work to stimulate an adaptation response from the body. The most common ways of achieving this are through increasing load, sets, or repetitions. But, that's far from the only way, and we need to be aware of all of the tools we have at our disposal to progress or regress a client's program.In this episode, Eddie breaks down a dozen other ways to progress a client that doesn't involve in...
2022-04-06
26 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Alex Cartmill: How to Build a Fulfilling, Lifelong Fitness Career
Today we're joined by Alex Cartmill, former Head of Product for the Personal Trainer Development Center, sought-after personal trainer, author, and our new Project Manager here at Fitness Mentors.In 2016 Alex helped develop the Online Trainer Academy, a business-development course that helps fitness professionals build their own business and work with clients remotely, and ran the team and operations of this behemoth until 2021.Now, Alex helps solopreneurs and small businesses scale by optimizing systems internally as well as crafting messaging and offers that solve real problems their customers have.In today's episode, Alex...
2022-03-09
38 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
5 Steps to Enjoyable and Effective Social Media Marketing
Just hearing the phrase “Social media marketing” often leaves a bad taste in trainers’ mouths, and understandably so - there’s no shortage of slimy, selfish and gimmicky marketing in our industry.Plus, there are so many ways to create content and engage with your people, how do you know what’s going to work for you? Not only do we want to simplify the madness for you and help you find your best approach, we want to help you do it in a way that makes you feel helpful and compassionate, not slimy and selfish. Â
2022-03-02
18 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Pat Gamboa: Shaping the Future of the Fitness Career Path
Host Eddie Lester welcomes Pat Gamboa to the Fitness Mentors team. In this episode Eddie and Pat converse about Pat's nearly three decades of experience as a fitness professional and uncover the recent changes and detrimental effects of the traditional certification path. They also dive into the most pressing issues that will shape the career path of the next generation of fitness professionals. Show notes:https://discord.com/invite/MM2fSMwyfEhttps://www.fitnessmentors.com/exercises/goblet-squat/Support the show
2022-02-24
43 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The History of the Fitness Professional
Where did the modern fitness professional come from? Join host Eddie Lester through the discovery of where the career path of a personal trainer stems from. Learn the history of why exercise science research and physical activity guidelines became so crucially important to modern living.Show notes: Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/zyvvVZDjXRhttps://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-a-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-salary/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-personal-trainer-certification/Support the show
2022-02-17
34 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
6 Time Saving Tips used by Six Figure Trainers
To become a six-figure trainer it requires you to be extremely efficient with your time. Managing many clients, creating their programs, marketing for new clients, and running the rest of the business can be very overwhelming and lead to trainer burnout. Join host Eddie Lester as he unveils the six time saving tips used by the top trainers throughout the world. Show notes: Join the Discord: discord.gg/zyvvVZDjXRLearn more about Lakewood University and their financial aid and GI Bill funding options: www.lakewood.edu/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-business-cards/...
2022-02-08
16 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #68 - The Fitness Exercise Hierarchy
What exercises are best for gaining strength? Join host Eddie Lester as he unveils the Fitness Exercise Hierarchy for strength specific goals. Learn the 6 Primary Fitness Movements and discover what exercise is best to gain strength in your Chest, Back, Shoulders and Legs. Show Links:Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/zyvvVZDjXRBecome a Personal Trainer: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-resume/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-fitness-youtubers/Support the show
2022-01-20
40 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The Personal Trainer Business Plan for 2022
It is very common for new trainers entering the fitness industry to get lost in mess of competing certifications and deciding on which one provides the best education.Trainers typically choose the one that friend or colleague recommended as a top option and find out the support during and after the education process is non-existent.This leads to frustrated new trainers and a 35% failure rate on the chosen certification exam and an almost 90% failure rate after only two years post certification.What most certification bodies don't want trainers thinking of is "What is...
2022-01-12
1h 05
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The 2022 Landscape of Personal Training Certifications
The landscape of training certifications has evolved over the last 20 years. But have they adapted to the demands for the newest version of the profession?Join host Eddie Lester as he talks about Fitness Mentors 2022 plans and how a giant hole has been left, needing to be filled, by the old certification bodies. Show Links:Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/vewQYrPTWebinar Sign-up: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6216413563152/WN_qb9W3G06Slm4yp7eubE0mQFree Course: https://learn.fitnessmentors.com/enroll/1747952?price_id=2320182Support the show
2022-01-06
19 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
3 Fitness Predications for Personal Trainers in 2022
What will the new year bring for personal trainers and the fitness industry?Join host Eddie Lester as he uncovers 3 predictions that are all but guaranteed to happen in 2022. Show Links:Â Join our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/SbPctfGwhttps://www.fitnessmentors.com/do-you-have-to-be-certified-to-be-a-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/renting-gym-space/Support the show
2021-12-28
17 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #64 - The Best in Fitness and Health - Survey
Join host Eddie Lester as he discusses the survey of over 400 certified personal trainers regarding what the best tools are in fitness and health. What is the best:Personal Training SoftwareWeight Loss WorkoutsNutrition and Fitness Tracking AppsAt-Home Workout Equipment and Brand.Etc.Show Links: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-in-fitness-personal-training-for-2022/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/work-life-balance-2/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-resume/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-fitness-youtubers/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-biographies/Support the show
2021-12-13
25 min
Build Your Wealth Muscle
Episode 4: Fitness Education To Increase Your Knowledge & Business Value with Eddie Lester
Eddie Lester is the CEO of Fitness Mentors and a fitness educator assists health and fitness professionals take their business to the next level through virtual scaling techniques. Eddie is skilled in Fitness Training (a master personal trainer), Curriculum Development, Weight Training, Management, and Program Development. Eddie walks us through a handful of ways to increase the value of your business and the balance between being niche-focused and having a diversified revenue stream. Episode Highlights: How Eddie helps fitness entrepreneurs build their business value Eddie cites a handful of ways on how to market...
2021-09-15
38 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #62 - Group Program Design for New Trainers - Georgia Southern University Student Call
Often times new trainers get stressed and confused when they are faced with training a group of new clients. Groups present a unique challenge as every individual might be at a different coordination, stability, mobility and strength level. Join host Eddie Lester as he answers questions from sport management students at Georgia Southern University. All students are currently studying for the Fitness Mentors CPT Certification and have been put into pairings to train their 30-50 year old female teachers.Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certification-bundles/
2021-09-10
35 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #61 - 7 Tips to Set Up Your Virtual Personal Training Gym
Getting started as a live streaming trainer is one of the best things you can do to increase revenue as a personal trainer. But what is the best way to set up your gym and training space?Join host Eddie Lester as he dives into 7 tips that will help you put together the best look and presence for you live streaming clients. Show Notes: www.getpivo.comhttps://www.fitnessmentors.com/virtual-group-fitness-instructor-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-biographies/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-a-spin-instructor/
2021-08-28
15 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #60 - Sebastian: Online Trainer Partnerships
Join host Eddie Lester on a mentorship call with Sebastian, who is interested in taking his business online with a business partner. Learn the precautions you need to take into account when joining forces for an online fitness business. Also see how the best practices of two online trainers can work to provide a great client experience. Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-plus-bundle/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-biographies/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-personal-trainer-certification/Support the show
2021-08-12
22 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #59 - Angela: Achieving Long Term Goals as a Personal Trainer
Join this mentorship call with host Eddie Lester and Angela as they dive into starting as a new trainer and progressing toward the 3-5 year journey of the achievement of long term goals. Topics discussed:How to get your first clients.Should you get marketing swag before you start training?Progressing toward opening a gym. Adding online training passive income. Show links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-ultimate-bundle/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainers-ready-to-open-a-gym/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/weight-loss-specialist/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/ncca-certifications/S...
2021-07-21
24 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #58 - Kelsey: Starting as a Personal Trainer and Massage Therapist
Eddie had a very insightful mentorship call with Kelsey who is looking to start personal training as well as incorporate her massage therapy services. Discover the unique approach to combining the services of massage therapy and personal training. Some questions covered include:How to promote your training services without having transformation testimonials or experience with clients first.How to use your own personal transformation as a guide for success. How to start and create a premade workout program without any experience. Using personal training software as a beginner.Show Links:http...
2021-07-08
24 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #57 - Tracey: How to Transition from a Full-Time Job to Personal Training
What is the best way to transition from a full time job to the life of a personal trainer? Join host Eddie Lester on a mentorship call with Tracey, who is looking to shift her career towards becoming a full time personal trainer. She asks a ton of great questions and I share my experience to give her some insight into what to expect when making such an important decision.Here are some things we discuss:Â - How long should she hold onto her current job.- What are some o...
2021-07-01
25 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #56 - Mentorship Call with Josh: Starting as an Online Trainer
Listen in on a mentorship call with Josh who is looking to start up his online personal training business. Our Mentorship is live and included with the purchase of any CPT or COPT certification bundle. Learn more about the mentorship below:We here at Fitness Mentors want each and every trainer to crush it immediately after receiving their certification. Seeing as there is an industry void in trainer support we decided to gather over a decade worth of resources that help trainers in their first and most crucial year.  Fitness Mentors is excited to...
2021-06-22
26 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #55 - Conversations with a Successful Online Trainer: Steve Shreeve
What does successful online training look like on a daily basis? What habits lead to the most success?Join Eddie Lester and Special Guest Steve Shreeve as they discuss what pivotal elements of online training are key to success. Highlights include: - Why its so important to specify your niche. - What content is best to share with your audience.- One insanely effective advertising pathway that led to thousands in sales conversions. Show links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/master-trainer/https://www...
2021-06-10
25 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #54 - Stan Cottrell: Ultra-Marathon Training
In Part Two of the Stan Cottrell episodes, Eddie and Stan discuss the unique training needs of Ultra-Distance Runners. Discover how Stan trained to set his world record run and how aging has affected his current conditioning program. Show Links: https://friendshipsportsassociation.org/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-a-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-salary/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-make-money-as-a-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/master-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-cpr-certifications/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/bodybuilding-coach/Support...
2021-06-02
39 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #53 - Stan Cottrell and the Amazing Friendship Run
Eddie welcomes special guest Stan Cottrell. Stan is one of the most decorated ultra-marathon athletes, who also happens to be a Fitness Mentors Certified Personal Trainer. Stan joins us live on location as he becomes the oldest person at 78 years young to run across the United States. He discusses topics that include his fitness journey and what has helped him become the celebrated athlete he is today. For those looking to be inspired to make an impact as a fitness professional, this story is truly motivating. Be sure to subscribe now as Stan will be...
2021-05-18
23 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #52 - 3 Predictions for the Future of Personal Training
Podcast #52 discusses the 3 Predictions for the Future of Personal Training with founder of Fitness Mentors Eddie Lester. This podcast is necessary for those who are unsure of what the future holds during these unprecedented times and need VITAL insight on how to prepare for the next years to come. Learn how to take advantage of online personal training NOW and gain an understanding of how to utilize these important tips to create or build on your current brand. Show Links: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-pro-bundle/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/h...
2021-05-12
27 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #51 - How to Structure Your First Personal Training Session
Structuring a Personal Training Session might feel very foreign if you haven't performed one before. This can lead to doubt and a lack of confidence which might prolong the start of your career. What order should you structure the cardio, resistance training, stretching and mobility?Join host Eddie Lester to learn what experts consider the best format and structure for your personal training sessions. Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-a-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-cpr-certifications/...
2021-04-21
20 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #50 - How to Name Your Personal Training Business
So you are ready to start training privately or online and know the first step is to choose an effective name for your business. The only issue is knowing if you can legally use the name or determining if someone else might be using it. Choosing a name without knowing the above could lead to major issues down the road and hurt your company and overall brand. Join head instructor Eddie Lester as he shows you the exact steps to take to determine if your business name is legally and publicly available.
2021-04-14
19 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #48 - Trainerize: Weekly Spotlight on Fitness Technology
Online Personal Training Software can provide trainers organization, a professional image boost, allow for larger numbers of active clients and save tons of time.This week on the Weekly Spotlight on Fitness Technology Eddie and Chad discuss Trainerize, one of the top all-in-one personal training softwares. Show Links: http://www.trainerize.comhttps://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-online-personal-training-software/Support the show
2021-03-25
13 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #47 - Send In Blue: Weekly Spotlight on Fitness Technology
Email Marketing is a must for fitness professionals. It provides the consistent and automated ability to communicate with your current clients and leads. Join host Eddie Lester and head coach Chad Thille as they dissect Send In Blue, an email marketing software. Learn the reasons why you need to use email marketing to grow your fitness business. Show Links: www.sendinblue.comhttps://www.fitnessmentors.com/nutrition-coach/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-insurance/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/issa-review/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-yoga-teacher-training/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/strength-and-conditioning-certifications/
2021-03-18
13 min
Managing Violence Podcast with Joe Saunders
MVP81: The Approach with Eddie Quinn
Eddie Quinn is a UK-based martial arts instructor across multiple disciplines, but most well known in the Silat, Filipino Martial Arts and Muay Thai communities as well for his groundbreaking self-protection system, The Apprach.In this interview I chat to Eddie about the near-death experience of being stabbed at 18 years of age and how that led him to the martial arts to overcome his fears and led to him becoming one of the world's most renowned self-protection instructors.
2021-03-17
50 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #46 - Fiver: Weekly Spotlight on Fitness Technology
One of the most challenging aspects of starting and growing an online fitness business is not having the skill set to accel in all areas of your process. This can lead to doubting your abilities and even ceasing the development of your passion. This week on our weekly spotlight on fitness technology we share with you the cure-all for completing tasks you struggle with. Join host Eddie Lester and guest Chad Thille as they divulge the beauty of Fiver the freelance marketplace that will help you complete any project. Show Links:
2021-03-09
11 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #40 - Best Exercise Science Careers
Are you considering an Exercise Science degree or asking yourself “what can you do with an exercise science degree?” to help plan for your future?Whatever your stage — consideration, current Exercise Science student, or recent grad — this podcast is for you.Join host Eddie Lester as he discusses the best exercise science career paths and necessary education. Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/exercise-science-careers/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-personal-trainer-certification/Support the show
2021-01-25
24 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #39 - Personal Trainer Insurance
According to the National Safety Council, there are about 468,000 injuries related to exercise each year. It’s vital to protect yourself from financial setbacks if a client were to sue you for any of these injuries. Acquiring the proper personal training insurance can help you protect all of the hard work you’ve done to get this far.Join CPT Podcast host Eddie Lester to learn more about your options and needs for insurance as a personal trainer. Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-insurance/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best...
2021-01-18
19 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #38 - Your First Week as a Personal Trainer
What are the best things to do right after you get certified?Join CPT Podcast Host Eddie Lester as he provides insight into exactly what you should do right after you get certified as a personal trainer. Show Links: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/ultimate-virtual-bundle/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certification-bundles/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-ultimate-bundle/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-insurance/Support the show
2021-01-11
16 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #37 - The 2021 Success Plan for the Virtual Fitness Professional
The lockdowns that have devastated the fitness industry have created a new demand for virtual fitness options.In fact, Peloton is up 113% over last year due to the COVID-19 restrictions for gyms and fitness centers.So what does this mean for us, as personal trainers?The good news is, Peloton can not replace the individualized experience of a real-life personal trainer.Services like Peloton offer zero personalized feedback, so there are no suggestions for improvements in endurance, strength, or technique.Peloton classes don’t care whether someone is there wo...
2020-12-16
1h 08
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast # 36 - How to Set the Perfect Price for your Virtual Nutrition Coach Service
One of the biggest struggles I've seen with new Health and Fitness Professionals is the lack of understanding of how to price your online fitness services.This leads to confusion, doubt and discord when launching an online service or virtual fitness business.Often times it even prevents trainers from going online at all, and missing out on making needed additional income.Don't make this mistake!This webinar simplifies and provides a process to show you how to price your services confidently and launch your virtual nutrition coaching business knowing the value...
2020-12-08
59 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #35 - How to Integrate Nutrition Coaching to your Online Fitness Business
Adding additional revenue streams to your business is a great way to increase overall income.One of the most common revenue stream additions utilized by personal trainers is nutrition coaching.But how do you start offering this service?This webinar will show you how to set up a Virtual Nutrition Coaching revenue stream so you can immediately start increasing your income.Presale Now Available using code: Nutrition300 at https://www.fitnessmentors.com/virtual-nutrition-coach-certification/Show Links:Â https://www.fitnessmentors.com/virtual-nutrition-coach-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/online-coaching-certification/https://w...
2020-11-12
58 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #34 - Webinar: How To Get Online Training Clients
For many trainers there has been a large mystification around acquiring clients online.How is it done? Is it hard?You have been working to transition current clients to virtual training options, but now it is time to understand how to acquire new clients online.This webinar is to simplify and provide a process so you can learn to generate consistent leads to grow your online training business.Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-an-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/meal-plan-templates/https://www...
2020-10-25
54 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #33 - A Gyms Success in Response to COVID-19
So many gyms have been forced to close their doors to members and clients for the last 6+ months. This has lead to gym closures, bankruptcies, trainers being out of work, and a decline in local health. In this podcast, host Eddie Lester chats with co-owners of Real Fitness in Playa Del Rey, CA to learn about their swift response to maintain a successful business while battling the affects of COVID-19 restrictions. Also announced is the best Online Trainer Bundle ever offered to help trainers and gyms immediately start training virtually and regrow their los...
2020-10-19
32 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #32 - From Gym Employee to Private Trainer with Gilbert Camacho
What happened to the more than 100,000 Personal Trainers working in Big Box gyms when COVID-19 hit?So many of them were furloughed with no pay and left hanging with no source of income. Some knew that they needed to transition to private training to make ends meet. This podcast unveils the story of Gilbert Camacho, a top 100 Personal Trainer in the 24 Hour Fitness company, who made the adjustment to private training. Discover how he persevered through one of the most shocking hits to the fitness industry in living memory. ...
2020-10-13
20 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #31 - 6 Revenue Streams and 12 Services to add to your Online Personal Training Business
As we all know, the way we live and work has completely changed in the last 6 months.From gyms closing and in-person training pretty much at a standstill, what options are available for us personal trainers?Do we just give up and look for a new career or industry? I've seen so many trainers choose this option, as they felt is was their last resort.What about the huge financial impact this has had on ourselves and our families?Even as I write this today, media outlets are talking about...
2020-10-07
1h 04
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #30 - Why People Buy Personal Training
Over 20 percent of personal trainers that get certified stop pursuing the PT career path after only one year. This is often because personal trainers are selling to clients without understanding why people buy services like personal training in the first place. This leads to lost sales, frustration, and eventually giving up. Understanding why people buy personal training will help you create a sales, marketing and positioning strategy that will lead to increased leads and converted sales. Join host Eddie Lester to listen and learn how to utilize this this approach to...
2020-09-30
22 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #29 - Add a New Revenue Stream to your Personal Training Business Today
For many trainers there has been a large mystification around earning money online.How is it done? Is it hard?You have been working to transition current clients to virtual training options, but now it is time to understand how to make money by streaming workouts so your clients can follow along. This webinar is to simplify and provide a process so you can learn to live stream virtual workouts and grow your online training business through a new revenue stream.The webinar, in which we partnered with the free streaming p...
2020-09-23
46 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #28 - Listen and Increase Your Personal Training Sales
So many trainers enter the industry with a passion to help others, but it often doesn't translate to success. This leads to frustration and sometimes a career change away from what they are most passionate about. This podcast episode addresses one of the biggest challenges facing trainers, "How can I get more clients and increase sales?" Join host Eddie Lester as he discusses how simply listening can be the optimal path towards increasing your personal training sales. This fits with Fitness Mentors vision of the more trainers that are successful the more healthy...
2020-09-04
22 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #27 - Guest Matt Dipietro and Salut
Matt Dipietro, founder of Salut, joins host Eddie Lester to discuss the future of connecting with fitness clients online. Navigating live streaming platforms that are geared towards other industries has been a huge challenge for fitness professionals over the last 5 months. Fitness professionals need an all in one streaming platform to allow for HD Video, accept payments, build a community following, organize and list all classes, and allow for discovery from new customers. What is crazy is that Salut is offering all of the above free for all trainers. Listen to learn how...
2020-08-12
26 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Best Personal Trainer Books
What are the Best Personal Trainer Books? CPT Podcast Host Eddie Lester provides 13 recommendations to add to your reading list from the blog: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-training-books/Check them out below:Business and Sales: The Guide to Success as a Personal Trainer: https://amzn.to/2P36COe Little Red Book of Selling: https://amzn.to/30QOooC Becoming a Supple Leopard: https://amzn.to/2OY5viN Strength Training Anatomy: https://amzn.to/32YIVyx Get Buffed I-IV: https://amzn.to/2BB6rXh Olympic Lifting: A Complete Guide for Athletes...
2020-07-28
29 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #25 - Lead Generation Tips for Social Media
I have seen so many fitness professionals fail on social media as they approach it without a plan or strategy for success. This leads to a ton of wasted time costing trainers thousands of dollars. In an effort to bring structure and strategy to your time on social media, this podcast delivers 4 tips to help generate leads and grow a social media following. What types of lead generating tips have worked best for you on social media?Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/facebook-marketing/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://ww...
2020-07-23
16 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #24 - New Head Instructor Mark Aquino
Learn about how Fitness Mentors is changing the Fitness Education industry with new Head Instructor Mark Aquino. Mark joins your host Eddie Lester to talk about the future of the fitness industry and the dire need for personalized guidance to help trainers succeed.Also announced is Fitness Mentors new free study group hosted on Zoom every Wednesday at 7pm Eastern/4pm Pacific. For updates, more information and to attend our free study group join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/personaltrainerunity  Show links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/free-nasm-cpt-study-guide/h...
2020-07-16
30 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #23 - Program Design for the Online Personal Trainer
Often times program design for online clients appears harder for personal trainers to create. They feel confused as who is going to explain the exercises and ensure that their clients are performing them correctly. This leads to a further belief that online training is not as effective as in-person training. This podcast eliminates the confusion and provides a simple approach to creating easy to follow and effective online fitness programs. Show links: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/program-design-specialist-ceu-course/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://www...
2020-07-07
20 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #22 - Facebook Success for Personal Trainers
What does an effective Facebook Strategy for client acquisition look like?Join host Eddie Lester as he announces the Launch of Fitness Mentors new course: Facebook Success for Personal Trainers, and provides insight into what strategies work to gain clients online.How much time should you spend on Facebook per day?What should you focus that time on?Tune in to find out more and increase your client list by 5-10 new people per month. Show links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-online-personal-trainer-certification/
2020-06-24
15 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #21 - Self Growth in Times of Hardship
Self Growth is one of the most important elements of improving your life and career as a personal trainer. Every day we go out into the world and experience life. The current events of the last week have brought a large mix of emotions for all. Choosing love over hate and equality over racism through experiencing these emotions in a responsible way, can move you toward self growth and an open mind for improving your business approach. This podcast discusses how to view negative occurrences with an outlook of positivity, responsibility and opportunity. ...
2020-06-05
18 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #20 - Fitness Mentors Online Trainer Mentorship
We are excited to announce the FM Online Trainer Mentorship!Fitness Mentors is now offering an opportunity to personally work with FM Head Instructor Eddie Lester and high performing online Coach, Jessica Hout-Freeman as well as a group of enthusiastic trainers in a new Online Trainer Mentorship program.What is the Fitness Mentors Online Trainer Mentorship program?An ongoing live open forum style class lead by an expert Online Personal Trainers in the Fitness Industry. This one hour meeting will take place every Monday at 10am PST and is designed to provide...
2020-05-27
28 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #19 - Best Online Personal Trainer Certification
Many trainers get confused when trying to get help moving their business online. This leads to in-action and most trainers never get their business off ground. This leads to thousands of dollars of lost revenue every month that could be used to support their life and families. With the future of the fitness industry opening up major opportunity in the online space, what is the best route to go to learn how to earn income online, train more clients and get the credential that stands out?Join Eddie Lester as he discusses the 5 best Online...
2020-05-25
26 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #18 - Using Compassion as a Driver for Growth
As becoming an effective coach becomes pivotal with the new future of online personal training, the need for trainers to understand internal and external coaching techniques grows. Dr. August Lemming, author of Psychology of Coaching: Fitness Professionals Guide to Behavior Modification, joins host Eddie Lester to discuss the deeper need for individual growth to enhance the coaching of others. Truly touching on the deeper meaning of coaching, this podcast will enhance the way you approach you everyday clients and online training clients. Show links: www.augustleming.comhttps://www.fitn...
2020-05-13
1h 03
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
The Future of the Fitness Industry
Join host Eddie Lester as he discusses the new future of the fitness industry. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the spectrum of what a fitness offering and service looks like. Listen in as Fitness Mentors provides bold predictions about what the personal training landscape will look like and the best ways to succeed for the new reality of the fitness industry. Show Links: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-training-program-design-templates/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-an-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-a-personal-trainer/https://www...
2020-05-01
24 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #16 - How To Monitor Client Progress Online
A lot of confusion occurs with how you can provide the best accountability and value on a daily basis with your clients.Without knowing the best practices it is very likely to lose online training clients after only a month or so, which can lead to self doubt and questioning your new career path.I've even seen people completely give up and return to the dollar per unit time muck.This webinar focuses on discovering the necessary processes to monitor client progress, which optimizes accountability and boosts client retention.Show Links:
2020-04-24
36 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #15 - How to Price Your Online Personal Training Services
One of the biggest struggles I've seen with new online personal trainers is the lack of understanding of how to price your online personal training services.This leads to confusion, doubt and discord when launching an online personal training business. Often times it even prevents online personal trainers from going online at all, and missing out on making needed additional income.This webinar simplifies and provides a process so you can learn to price you services confidently and launch your business knowing the value of your offer.Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors...
2020-04-17
49 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #14 - How to Consistently Get Online Training Clients
For many trainers there has been a large mystification around acquiring clients online. How is it done? Is it hard?You have been working to transition current clients to virtual training options, but now it is time to understand how to acquire new clients online.This webinar is to simplify and provide a process so you can learn to generate consistent leads to grow your online training business.Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-training-program-design-templates/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/meal-plan-templates/https://www...
2020-04-09
50 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #13 - How to Start Training Online for Free
One of the biggest barriers we have been hearing the last two weeks has been that trainers feel they do not have the money or funds to start training clients online.In this webinar turned podcast, Eddie Lester shows you exactly what you need to have to train online and the free tools you need to deliver a great customer experience.Text: ONLINE TRAINER To: 31996 for free access to the business building section of the Certified Online Personal Training Certification.Show Links:Template Download: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Starting-Strength-Program-Free-Edition...
2020-04-03
47 min
Run a Profitable Gym
Effective Online Training With Eddie Lester
Eddie Lester is a personal trainer of more than a decade and the founder of Fitness Mentors, a certification and business education program for online personal trainers. Eddie's been refining the online training process and teaching trainers how to deliver digital training since well before the coronavirus pandemic. Today, he joins Chris Cooper on Two-Brain Radio to share some tricks of the trade. Eddie and Chris discuss the mindset shift that trainers need to make when moving to online training, how to communicate effectively with clients and how to build a digital audience.
2020-04-02
34 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #12 - How You Can Help Your Gym During COVID-19
As personal trainers we are being forced out of the gyms we work at because of the government recommendations for public health and safety. In this episode I join up with Chris Cooper from Two Brain Business to discuss the things you can be doing to help yourself and your gym succeed during this time of hardship. Text: Online Trainer To: 31996 to enroll in our course to start building your Online Personal Training Business. Show Links: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://twobrainbusiness.com/https://www...
2020-03-24
47 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #11 - COVID-19: Adaptation to Online Personal Training
Coronavirus as of 3/17 has shut down almost the entire fitness industry in the USA. How can you quickly adapt so you don't lose needed income during this pandemic?Eddie Lester from Fitness Mentors joins David Pitts and Geoff Chaney from Off Day Trainer to discuss the way you can quickly adapt and continue to train clients online. Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-training-program-design-templates/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/meal-plan-templates/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/podcast/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/copt-webinar/https://offdaytrainer.com/fitnessmentors
2020-03-18
1h 24
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #10 - How to Become a Personal Trainer
Learn how to become a personal trainer in 5 simple steps. Join Eddie Lester as he discusses everything from choosing a certification to starting your career as a Certified Personal Trainer. Topics Include: - How long does it take to become a personal trainer?- How much can you make as a personal trainer?- What is the best personal training certification for you?- How to start as a personal trainer?Show Links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-a-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors...
2020-03-06
28 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #9 - Barriers to Starting as an Online Personal Trainer
Discover how to overcome the common barriers that prevent personal trainers from taking their business online. These barriers prevent some of the best trainers from earning more income and increasing their personal and financial freedom. Show Links: https://www.fitnessmentors.com/copt-webinar/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/http://fitnessmentors.com/personal-training-program-design-templates/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/how-to-become-an-online-personal-trainer/Barriers Discussed:Online Personal Training is not as effective as in person trainingI don't know how to to build a websiteI don't know how to get clients onlineI am a group exercise...
2020-03-03
34 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #8 - Building a Personal Training Business from the Ground Up
What basic marketing and start up strategies are best to get your personal training business up a running?Join Guest Kelly Coulter and Host Eddie Lester as they get you the information you need to successfully begin training privately and online. Episode Links: https://www.FitProsConnect.com https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/business-and-sales-ceu-course/https://www.facebook.com/groups/FitnessProsIdeas/https://www.coulterwebpros.com/blog/how-do-i-get-my-first-customersSupport the show
2020-02-25
42 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #7 - Determine Your Niche
Choosing a specific population to focus your marketing efforts on can lead to significant gains in client acquisition. Join Eddie as he provides actionable advice to take this step and reap the benefits. Episode links:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/personal-trainer-certification/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/certified-online-personal-trainer/https://www.fitnessmentors.com/business-and-sales-ceu-course/Support the show
2020-02-19
30 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Episode #6 - Best Personal Training Certification
What is the best Personal Training Certification? Join Eddie Lester as he discusses the top Certified Personal Trainer Certifications. Discover the information that will help you choose which certification to pursuit like: AccreditationPricePass RateExpected Study TimeNumber of Test QuestionsCEU RequirementsPopularity of CertificationPrimary Focus of EducationAverage IncomeRetake FeesCheck out our blog at the link below:https://www.fitnessmentors.com/best-personal-trainer-certification/Learn mo...
2020-02-12
40 min
Certified Personal Trainer Podcast
Podcast #5 - Personal Trainer Salary: Which Gyms Pay the Most
Join Eddie as he discusses the typical salaries of Gym Personal Trainers, Private Personal Trainers, and Online Personal Trainers. Also learn Eddie's recommendation for the best gym to work at. Stay until the end to get the best advice on what might be the best personal trainer career road map. www.fitnessmentors.com/podcastSupport the show
2020-02-05
40 min