Becoming Ronin

#153 The TikTok AnP Professor - 1 Million Followers Without “Selling Out”

Aug 30, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Tim Reynolds, known as The AnP Professor, shares his dual role as a college professor and practicing physical therapist. He discusses how classroom experiences shape his TikTok content, the importance of authenticity in influencer culture, and strategies for maintaining professional integrity while growing his platform. Tim emphasizes the value of teaching deeper concepts through relatable metaphors and outlines common gym mistakes alongside essential corrective exercises, making anatomy accessible and engaging for all.
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ANECDOTE

Mountains Fuel His Training And Teaching

  • Tim describes hiking in the Pacific Northwest and a 32-mile Adirondacks day with 12,000 ft vert as core training joy.
  • He balances long endurance adventures with shorter elevation climbs and classroom duties.
ADVICE

Create For The Work, Not The Likes

  • Make content and teaching you would do even if no one watched to stay consistent and authentic.
  • Use social impact (helping students/patients) to justify the time investment in content creation.
ADVICE

Be Persistent With Cross-Posting

  • Keep repurposing consistent content across platforms; persistence can trigger sudden growth.
  • Stay active on each platform long enough; one viral post can multiply followers fast.
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