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Dec 13, 2022 • 1h 3min
Cardio or Weights for Weight Loss, The Worst Types of Clients, Can You Bank Your Steps, How to Get Out of Debt, and More
In this episode, we talk about whether you should do cardio or weight training for weight loss, the worst types of clients to look out for, if you can bank your steps, how to get out of debt, 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
You can find the study mentioned on activity and cognitive improvements here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2667807/
WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9U7hQB6AdBI
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Inner monologues and Mike's new idea for recording the podcast
(04:33) — Handling unwarranted expectations
(14:00) — Content ideas from Dave Ramsey (and what Jordan and Dave have in common)
(19:50) — What types of clients should you NOT take on?
(29:18) — Cardio or strength training for fat loss?
(43:18) — Why the best thing you'll ever do for your business is become a better coach
(46:23) — Can you bank steps like you can calories?
(01:00:09) — Better the Devil You Know Than the Devil You Don't?
(01:02:45) — Wrap-up
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
Follow the show on social:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Dec 6, 2022 • 55min
Episode 100, Clips Nation, Coaching Burnout, Motivation 101, and More
In this episode (episode 100!), we talk about our "clips nation" strategy, how to deal with (and overcome) coaching burnout, the science of motivation, 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
Check out the graphic mentioned about the cycle of motivation by clicking here
WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/o1MgIpbpL6w
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — THANK YOU to everyone who has listened and supported us for these first 100 episodes!
(03:17) — Introverts vs extroverts
(10:32) — Delegation in business and doing the sh*t you don't want to do
(15:33) — What do you do when you feel burned out coaching and you've lost your passion for fitness?
(24:16) — Dealing with clients who "don't want to think about food"
(30:38) — Muscle Milk the G.O.A.T.?
(35:37) — Mike's favorite game is BACK, baby (by popular demand)
(37:59) — Authenticity
(40:43) — How to get motivated to eat healthy and exercise
(48:37) — How long should your social content be?
(50:14) — What types of content do we consume the most?
(53:58) — Wrap-up
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
Follow the show on social:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
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Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 29, 2022 • 1h 16min
The Line Dividing Good and Evil Cuts Through the Heart of Every Human
In this episode, we talk about good vs evil (and how we all have both within us), non-exercise activity thermogenesis, calorie counting and hunger, the perils of fame, 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/FtqUDgbajP4
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Mike's electric fireplace
(01:20) — Mike & Jordan try out a new game
(11:48) — Jordan is school-shopping for his daughter
(18:58) — A deep philosophical discussion centered around Mike's sweatshirt
(23:46) — Tips for finding an internship
(32:22) — Dave Ramsey & giving up short-term pleasure for long-term stability
(39:00) — "Remember, you don't have to have an opinion about this." -Ryan Holiday
(42:02) — Genetics, habits, & NEAT
(50:57) — Factors that contribute to more or less hunger during a cut
(57:46) — Building a bigger social audience vs building depth with your current audience
(01:15:07) — Wrap-up
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
Follow the show on social:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 22, 2022 • 1h 3min
Bringing Back Clean Eating, Advice for Beginner Weightlifters, Running for Fat Loss, and More
In this episode, we talk about bringing back clean eating, advice for beginner weightlifters, running for fat loss, 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/mQVhVsWauSI
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Fizzy alcoholic drinks, Jordan's latest vlog, Mike's most recent workout, and someone likes our banter?
(05:19) — What did Jordan think of the Batman Trilogy?
(14:57) — Mike, Jordan, and the 'Four Tendencies'
(17:27) — What we think about 'high ticket' coaching
(30:18) — Does it make sense to create a membership when just starting out?
(31:05) — A peak behind the curtain into what it's like trying to schedule these podcast recordings
(36:58) — Why Mike thinks 'clean eating' needs to make a come back
(49:52) — Is running good for fat loss?
(57:11) — What one piece of advice would we give to every beginning weightlifter?
(01:02:07) — Wrap-up
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
Follow the show on social:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 15, 2022 • 1h 4min
Body Positivity, Mike's Terrible Mood, Being Likable as a Business Strategy, and More...
In this episode, we talk about the body positivity movement, why Mike is in a terrible mood (lol), being likable as a business strategy (more important than you think), 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/37YFFGm6Hho
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Intro
(00:18) — Mike's terrible mood & the ability to manufacture rage
(09:43) — How big of an asset is being likable for business?
(24:47) — Mike has a big, underrated thing that he can't wait to tell you about
(26:25) — What makes (or doesn't make) good short-form social media content?
(31:49) — Do people use 'bulking' as an excuse to eat like garbage and gain too much fat?
(34:27) — Our thoughts on the 'body positivity' movement
(43:58) — Why saying 'just love yourself' is terrible advice
(48:12) — Theological talk
(57:07) — A PSA regarding outliers, false expectations, & the realities of running your own business
(01:01:53) — Wrap-up
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
Follow the show on social:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 8, 2022 • 52min
Glucose Monitors, Jordan's Enemy, Kanye's Anti-Semitic Drivel, and More...
In this episode, we talk about Jordan's arch nemesis, glucose monitors, Kanye's anti-Semitic drivel, 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/2r2aE7XQazg
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Mike's love affair with the 'lean, clean bulk' continues
(01:32) — Jordan goes in on the stupidity of continuous glucose monitors (for non-medical uses)
(07:01) — An update on Jordan's mini-cut
(11:15) — Obsession & why it can be a great asset
(23:22) — "Why don't big corporations hire personal trainers?"
(32:38) — When is it better to compete with yourself vs when is it better to compete with others?
(35:35) — Jordan's first enemy
(37:23) — Lack of critical thinking, Kanye West, & hate speech
(49:01) — What NOT to do when making reels
(51:16) — Wrap-up
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
Follow the show on social:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/
YouTube - https://youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Nov 1, 2022 • 51min
How Often Should You Email Your List, Mike's New Diet Paradigm, Client Check-Ins, Full Body Workouts, and More...
In this episode, we talk about how often you should email your list, how to handle client check-ins, Mike's new diet paradigm (it's amazing, fyi), 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/WFPWNWWprcQ
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — What's on the docket today?
(01:15) — Mike's new nutrition paradigm
(11:08) — Business "program hopping"
(18:36) — "Should I be concerned about the number of unsubscribes I get when I send to my email list?"
(28:20) — Why does Mike prefer high bar back squatting over low bar?
(32:48) — Has Jordan watched Batman Begins yet?
(35:07) — How do we handle client check-ins?
(44:44) — Our thoughts on full-body workouts
(49:51) — Wrap-up
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
Follow the show on social:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Oct 25, 2022 • 1h 9min
Bulletproofing Your Online PT Business, Child Rearing, and More...
In this episode, we talk about how to bulletproof your online coaching business, child rearing questions, 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/1TIK4eWfcfE
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) — Catching up with Mike & Jordan
(14:00) — Why Jordan wanted out of the "fitness circle jerk" (...or how to not be dependent on relationships within your industry for business growth & success)
(28:39) — Email lists
(31:15) — Listener Question: What are the first things to establish as a new online personal trainer with zero clients?
(44:18) — Mike laments peoples' lack of ability to be bored
(49:55) — Why Mike doesn't think Jordan could ever stop posting online (even for $50 million)
(53:47) — Inheriting vs earning
(01:01:46) — How to Become a... Parent? Podcast...
(01:05:02) — Wrap-up
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
Follow the show on social:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast/
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Oct 4, 2022 • 55min
Scaling Your Business, Building Community, and The Science of Branding
In this episode, we talk about how to build a large community of people who love and support you, the science of branding, and how to scale your business.
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
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Sep 20, 2022 • 55min
Stupid Exercises, Great Exercises, Collagen Protein 101, and More
In this episode, we talk about one exercise Jordan absolutely hates, one exercise Mike absolutely hates, some great exercise alternatives, the truth about collagen protein, 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
You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here
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.
Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
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Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
Email: david@inpostmedia.com
© 2022 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt