How To Become A Personal Trainer

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The Future of Social Media, Optimizing Your IG Bio, How Much $$$ Should Assistant Coaches Be Paid, and More... Oct 07, 2025

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In this episode, we discuss the future of social media, how to optimize your IG bio, what is a fair percentage for assistant coaches to be paid, and more...

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Za896aTOtyU

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Easy workouts, mute Disney characters, & brand new baseboards

(07:01) — Mike is taking back control of his prefrontal cortex

(13:13) — We have a major problem in the fitness industry (the ethics of coaching compensation)

(22:24) — Building a personal brand and audience

(29:12) — The future of social media and content platforms

(39:36) — What's the most important type of content to post on social media?

(47:14) — What links should (and shouldn't) you include in your social media bio?

(49:17) — Hebrews 10:26

(56:53) — Wrap-up

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

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Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Superdosing Creatine, Burpee Alternatives, And ZERO Politics Sep 30, 2025

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In this episode, we do NOT discuss any politics. We do, however, discuss super-dosing creatine, burpee alternatives, non-meat protein sources, current favorite exercises, and more...

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kQ0i4j5atzI

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Social media detoxes

(05:22) — The impact of bot farms on society

(09:23) — Mike's new gym

(11:57) — Jordan's no-scroll challenge & why his schedule is so unusual

(21:19) — Benefits of super-dosing creatine

(26:37) — Our current favorite exercises

(32:51) — Non-meat protein sources

(35:58) — The importance of monitoring markers of health

(40:24) — The balance of health optimization & quality of life

(44:50) — Burpee alternatives

(47:21) — The happiest people in the world are not on the internet

(53:27) — Wrap-up

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

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Email: david@inpostmedia.com

What is Happening to Our Country? Sep 23, 2025

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In this episode, we discuss the current state of our nation in relation to the horrific assassinations of Charlie Kirk.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4CninQ69mzw

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

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Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Jordan's Sperm Count, Phishing Scams, Getting New Online Coaching Clients, and More... Sep 09, 2025

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In this episode, we discuss a wild story about Jordan's sperm count, an absolutely insane phishing scam, how to get new online coaching clients without posting online, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lc86Cc28EC8

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Checking in on fear, anger, & stress

(02:29) — Time vs money & the cost of convenience

(08:12) — The ketchup conundrum

(11:33) — These scams are getting intense (and scary)

(17:28) — The art of conversation & the importance of delivery

(25:12) — Jordan's sperm count & unhinged social media behavior

(34:58) — Growing an online business WITHOUT social media

(42:13) — Finding motivation beyond financial needs

(48:52) — Has gym culture changed... Or is it just me?

(53:44) — Some wisdom from the Tanakh

(57:05) — Don't forget to get on our email list so you don't miss the Black Friday Mentorship sale

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

The Great Lock-In of 2025, Stupid Pranks, The Right Way to Eat Oreos, and More Sep 02, 2025

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In this episode, we dive into The Great Lock-In of 2025 (aka you need to get to work)! Also stupid social media pranks, the right way to eat Oreos, the great abduction debate, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IDnnsL75Ldk

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — We're locking in for today's episode

(01:08) — What's up with my fat face?

(02:30) — The great abduction debate

(07:00) — Can we all just agree that Smith machines are actually awesome?

(13:24) — Keep your unsolicited advice to yourself

(21:01) — Prepare yourselves for a Black Friday sale for the Mentorship

(21:49) — An advanced dieting strategy (for the lazy man)

(26:43) — Our thoughts on Mind Pump Sal's new YouTube series

(37:06) — The Great Lock-In of 2025

(41:20) — Joining the weighted vest debate

(48:32) — Portion control, snack choices, & the misconceptions around caloric burn

(57:11) — The impact of social media behavior & the dangers of modern youth culture

(1:03:08) — Orwell or Huxley... Who was more of an oracle?

(1:05:30) — Don't forget to mark your calendars for the Black Friday sale in the Mentorship

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

A Case Study: Building Your Online Fitness Business Aug 26, 2025

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In this episode, we go over a real life case study, giving insight to a coach looking to build his slow-growing online fitness business. We also discuss banned books, pick-up artists, haircuts, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tSElsSCizTA

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Jordan's eventful morning

(03:23) — Meaty hands & Neanderthal strength

(07:12) — This is an absolute peak neck stretch

(08:46) — New research on intra-workout carbs

(12:16) — An undermentioned benefit of procreation

(14:28) — Should I throw in the towel? An online business case study

(33:27) — Broken brains & why Mike should probably avoid buzz cuts

(43:24) — Why the double standard?

(46:28) — The REAL lesson from the pick-up forum days (what all young men should focus on)

(54:49) — Wrap-up

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Addressing The Drama: Jordan's GLP-1 Experiment Aug 19, 2025

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In this episode, we dive head first into all of the drama surrounding Jordan's GLP-1 experiment. No BS. No beating around the bush. You like drama? Here's your drama.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z030QTG_BaI

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Road dogs & golf tournies

(03:48) — Grace & Grit (shoutout Joelle Cavagnaro)

(06:44) — The secret GLP-1 experiment

(15:23) — Who are GLP-1s really for?

(22:51) — GLP-1 impacts on health markers

(25:31) — The messaging around GLP-1s & the need for nuance & skepticism

(30:22) — Is the experiment going to continue?

(34:03) — There's no biological "free lunch"

(39:29) — Happy 1st birthday, Slim Jim! (& some advice for new parents/parents-to-be)

(42:59) — This kid has the Mamba Mentality

(44:38) — Goodbye Instagram

(49:51) — Putting GLP-1 usage into perspective

(53:58) — A little teaser for next week

(56:23) — Wrap-up

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

New Sleep Study, The Presidential Fitness Test, New Social Media Consumption Strategy, and More Aug 12, 2025

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In this episode, we discuss an incredible new sleep study, the controversy over the Presidential Fitness Test, Mike's new social media strategy, and more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GTyEHmjphdQ

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Re-discovering the joys of juicing

(06:36) — The RETURN of the Presidential Fitness Test: Weighing the pros, cons, & arguments

(20:27) — What OUR Presidential Fitness Test would look like

(26:44) — We could all use some more B-tier movements in our lives

(28:18) — We've got it SO GOOD these days with our food options

(32:32) — The wonders of nature

(35:52) — Mike's new (awesome) social media consumption strategy

(40:29) — Don't run from the bad, run TOWARD the good

(44:59) — Sleep consistency vs total amount of sleep

(48:43) — Our least favorite alcoholic drinks of all time

(53:51) — Big shoutouts

(55:19) — One last message before we go

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Make Bro Science Great Again, High Reps vs Low Reps, "Blinded" Cardio, and More... Aug 05, 2025

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In this episode, we discuss why we all need to make bro science great again, high reps vs low reps in training, "blinded" cardio, and much more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ok2Vp0lgvdM

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Mike's new pre-workout

(06:32) — The problem with perfect temperature regulation (I Can't Prove This But...)

(12:25) — An N=1 disclaimer about Stevia

(15:24) — Trusting AI more than a doctor & why dermatology is a scam

(23:09) — Don't be like these people...

(27:32) — Shoutout to all our incarcerated listeners over the years—keep grinding!

(29:09) — High reps vs low reps

(34:03) — Stop living in dystopian comment sections online

(36:14) — The REAL reason Jordan has a "grip strength day" & when Mike is hopping on testosterone

(50:34) — The keys to our immunity

(55:59) — We're bringing bro science back

(57:20) — "Blinded" cardio will change your life

(1:02:26) — Wrap-up

You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

Follow the show on social:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com

If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

Email: david@inpostmedia.com

Plyometrics and Epstein's List Jul 29, 2025

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In this episode, we discuss plyometrics (especially upper body plyos), where the hell is Epstein’s list, marrying AI, and much more.

We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

Thank you!

-J & M

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6Z8cMQQF1i0

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Intro

(00:11) — Energy drinks, solid lifts, & how not to sell your service to someone

(04:11) — Walking paths, nature, & mindfulness practice

(10:01) — The power of analogies

(13:34) — An update on Mike's dopamine list (i.e. his excuse for being underprepared for today's podcast)

(15:43) — Should we be thinking more about plyometrics?

(24:36) — The health benefits of sun exposure

(31:22) — Grok vs ChatGPT vs Perplexity