

How To Become A Personal Trainer
Mike Vacanti | Jordan Syatt
Practical tips to help you become a better coach so you can help more people.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 51min
The Best Ab Exercises, Baby Item Must-Haves, Falling Asleep ASAP, and More...
In this episode, we discuss the all-time best ab exercises, baby item-must haves, how to fall asleep as quickly as possible, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3NSKMpKp5i4TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Reflecting on the year and our (declining) levels of technological savviness(03:48) — Jordan's new training schedule (why he's making the switch)(08:16) — Mike is officially retiring from fantasy football(11:35) — The dark side of gambling & sports integrity(21:22) — The top baby item must-haves(29:49) — Why can't anyone in the fitness industry ever agree?(34:55) — Strategies for better sleep(39:25) — Our favorite ab exercises(49:47) — Wrap-upFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Dec 9, 2025 • 53min
Goggins vs. Rest Days, Airplanes with Toddlers, Stomach Vacuums, Autophagy, Fasted Training, and More...
In this episode, we discuss David Goggins vs. rest days, stomach vacuums, autophagy, fasted training, airplanes with toddlers, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7EuldRo6eJwTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Energy & fatigue levels as we age(06:00) — The strangest (& most inconvenient) way Jordan has improved his sleep...(11:36) — Experiences & advice for traveling with small children(16:27) — Dog walking etiquette & porch pirates getting what they deserve(21:31) — Online chess, Sun Tzu, & the Art of War(24:04) — The difference between a banana and a Snickers bar(24:27) — Fasted training(26:43) — Doing exercises you hate(29:59) — Weight vest recommendations(31:15) — What are the benefits of stomach vacuums?(33:08) — Age gaps & romantic relationships(34:55) — The reality of weight spikes(36:46) — Dealing with loose skin after weight loss(39:09) — Goggins vs Rest Days(43:02) — The "best" type of creatine(47:36) — Fasting & autophagy(49:24) — The truth about fitness wearables(50:20) — Things Jordan misses about Boston(52:29) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Dec 2, 2025 • 51min
Jake Paul, Nick Fuentes, Zohran Mamdani, and The Healthiest Thing You Can Do...
In this episode, we discuss Jake Paul, Nick Fuentes, Zohran Mamdani, and the healthiest thing you can do.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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ddm2spwYp4cTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Traveling with toddlers... A family adventure(03:01) — This is your LAST chance - don't miss the Black Friday sale for the Online Fitness Business Mentorship(05:33) — We all need more movement in our lives(08:29) — City vs country living: a hypothetical debate(16:43) — Remembering the joys of training for non-aesthetic goals(22:28) — SNAP benefits, societal health, & personal responsibility(27:03) — The rise of Jake Paul the boxer, controversy, & public perception(36:50) — Political discourse, identity politics, cultural differences, & community dynamics(45:04) — GROK can't do addition(46:45) — Jordan WILL beat Mike at chess... It's only a matter of time(48:10) — Mike is... Anti-Capitalism??(50:29) — This is your LAST CALL for the Online Fitness Business Mentorship sale (don't say we didn't warn you)You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 25, 2025 • 55min
Jordan SHOCKS Michael with HUGE News
In this episode, Jordan absolutely shocks Michael with unexpected news. We also discuss code orange, communism, training intensity, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nbOEhfA-O9UTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Bitcoin dips, investment strategies, & a healthy financial mindset(04:22) — Jordan has a MAJOR announcement (and Mike can't believe it)(12:55) — Grok is finished... Back to ChatGPT(20:05) — Mike is officially... a redditor?(24:23) — We'll never have 2015 energy again... (the value of intensity in your youth)(35:50) — Training for the hypothetical...(43:16) — Career choices, social movements, & class dynamics(53:10) — Don't forget to apply for the Mentorship during our Black Friday sale (seriously, don't miss it)You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 18, 2025 • 55min
What We’d Focus On If Starting Our Business Today, Fixing Your Brain, Assessing Good Client Fit, and More...
In this episode, we discuss what we'd focus on if starting our business today, how Mike plans to fix his (and Jordan's brain), how to determine who will be a good coaching client, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6Guf2ZKjmZoTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Checking in on fear, anger, & joy levels(06:44) — The Fitness Business Mentorship is on sale NOW for Black Friday—don't miss out!(09:02) — Raw dogging life: fix your brain (& a challenge from Mike to Jordan)(13:57) — Property taxes need to go(23:39) — What we'd focus on if we were starting our businesses TODAY(40:05) — How to know whether a client will be a good fit or not(47:13) — Mike is taking back his prefrontal cortex(50:13) — Modern day societal struggles and historical context(54:36) — Don't forget to apply for the Mentorship during our Black Friday sale (seriously, don't miss it)You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 11, 2025 • 55min
The Best Exercise for Bone Density, Running vs Swimming for Cardio, 8-Minutes Daily Screen Time, and More...
In this episode, we discuss the best exercise for bone density, running vs swimming for cardio, the man who has a daily screen time of 8-minutes, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HtM_GcAhs9kTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — The Online Fitness Business Mentorship is officially ON SALE for Black Friday (don't procrastinate!)(06:10) — Mike's (triumphant?) return to running(13:55) — Running vs swimming & the best exercise for bone density(17:56) — Posting and ghosting and heated fitness arguments(27:01) — How to reduce your daily screen time Mentorship coming soon...(32:38) — "TRT", fatherhood, and testosterone levels(39:50) — Mike's feel-good training session(44:25) — Jordan's daily caffeine intake(45:30) — How the social media landscape has changed over the years(53:32) — Don't forget to apply for the Mentorship during our Black Friday sale (seriously, don't miss it)You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 4, 2025 • 57min
The Final Nail in The Coffin On Water Intake, Nutrition for First-Time Parents, China's New Social Media Laws, and More...
In this episode, Mike is on tilt and goes off on daily water intake. We also discuss nutrition and exercise for first-time parents, China's new social media laws, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/C0V-4e8HyIkTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Mike is finally watching the Harry Potter movies(07:25) — Equity markets, economic inequality, & inflation(14:35) — A PSA for all the homeowners out there(20:22) — Our weekly sleep & chess update(24:38) — Freedom of speech & the dangers of hate speech laws(35:36) — Why Jordan isn't planning on stopping his GLP-1 any time soon(38:17) — The FINAL word on water intake(42:51) — The best way to handle judgment from others(46:40) — If you're struggling with consistency...(48:17) — How much do you need to be able to retire?(50:16) — The most important things to focus on (for health) as a busy adult(56:26) — Thanks for listening!You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Oct 28, 2025 • 59min
Jordan's Current Instagram Strategy, New Study on Dangers of Sleep Deprivation, Life Advice for Your 30's, and More...
Delve into the dangers of sleep deprivation and its surprising effects on performance and decision-making. Discover Jordan's unique Instagram strategy, focusing on genuine engagement over vanity metrics. Learn about the balance between bad workouts and consistency, and why some addictions can be more harmful than exercise. The hosts share life advice for thriving in your 30s, emphasizing community and meaningful connections. Plus, get essential tips for safe home workouts and a thought-provoking discussion on the moral implications of performance enhancers.

Oct 21, 2025 • 60min
Peace in The Middle East, Fear of Death, The Hell of Health Insurance, and More...
In this episode, we discuss the Trump-brokered peace deal in the Middle East between Israel and Gaza, overcoming a fear of death, dealing with the hell of health insurance, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oKSQhXVi8L4TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Jordan's continued quest to chess grandmaster(02:41) — The impact of nutrition on overall well-being(09:18) — The good and the bad of modern day food science(15:37) — Peace in the Middle East(24:33) — Health insurance & self-employment(38:35) — Navigating grief & the fear of death(49:58) — How to deal with insufferable coworkers(56:44) — Your weekly reminder to GET OFF SOCIAL MEDIA(59:06) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Oct 14, 2025 • 54min
Long Term Health Consequences of Chronic Stress, Jordan's New Sleeping Arrangement, Charlie Sheen, and More...
In this episode, we discuss the long term health consequences of chronic stress, Jordan's new sleeping arrangement, Charlie Sheen's unknown taper 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jTZf1OfYlo4TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Jordan's sukkah experience(08:32) — The health consequences of chronic stress (I can't prove this, but...)(18:20) — Mike is the world's worst introvert(23:59) — A nuanced take on assimilation and the importance of cultural integration(33:44) — Math struggles & Jordan's rapidly improving chess game(43:13) — Charlie Sheen and his unconventional path to sobriety(48:19) — NO NUANCE ALLOWED RAPID FIRE(53:26) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt


