#248 Creating Success as a Coach and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Calvin Masters

Oct 7, 2025

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Welcome back to another episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! In today’s inspiring conversation, host Lisa Franz sits down with Calvin Masters an IFBB Pro, passionate online coach, and mindset enthusiast. They dive deep into the world of coaching: breaking into the industry, overcoming imposter syndrome, the essentials of being a truly great coach, and how mindset can make or break your client's journey.

Whether you’re a new coach struggling to find your footing, a seasoned trainer looking to boost client results, or someone on their personal fitness journey, this episode packs practical advice, real stories, and mindset gems that will fuel your growth. Calvin shares his route from metal fabricator to full-time coach, how passion trumps credentials, the power of incremental wins, and why exceeding your clients’ goals is more impactful than a perfect plan.

Relax, tune in, and get ready to take your coaching career or fitness pursuit to the next level with actionable tips, real talk, and proven strategies from two leaders who walk the walk.

Timestamp Overview:

[00:00] – Welcome & Calvin’s Biggest Lesson for New Coaches
[02:20] – Calvin’s Journey: From Blue Collar Job to Full-Time Coach
[09:44] – What Really Makes a Great Coach?
[13:45] – Coaching with Empathy: Adapting to the Client
[17:07] – Believing in Clients and Exceeding Expectations
[18:40] – Mindset Work: Overcoming Setbacks, Building Motivation
[23:50] – Staying Hungry: Setting and Smashing New Goals
[27:29] – Helping Clients Love the Process, Not Just the End Goal
[31:18] – Dealing with Setbacks: Plateaus, Inflammation, and Hormones
[34:14] – Calvin’s Personal Mindset Practices & Avoiding Burnout
[38:12] – Navigating Client Detachment & Boundaries as a Coach
[42:12] – Coaching Takeaways: What Actually Sets You Apart?
[44:36] – Final Thoughts and Where to Find Calvin & Lisa

Follow Calvin Masters:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masters_fitness/
Website: https://mastersfitnesscoaching.com/

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