
Trainers Talking Truths
Welcome to Trainers Talking Truths! This is an ISSA podcast dedicated to exploring the fitness industry and uncovering the whys and hows of personal training.
Latest episodes

May 15, 2024 • 41min
Ep.152: Corrective Exercise as the Future of Healthcare
In this episode, Jenny and John chat with Patrick Mummy, the visionary behind Symmetry ( http://symmetryalignsmart.com/), discussing his transformative journey in discovering effective methods to manage pain through corrective exercise. They explore how this personal experience inspired Patrick to establish Symmetry, a company dedicated to posture correction and pain alleviation through in-depth assessment and a systematic approach to improving posture and movement. Additionally, they delve into the innovative education programs developed by Patrick and his team, designed to empower personal trainers with certification in his highly effective corrective exercise system. http://symmetryalignsmart.com/https://www.instagram.com/symmetryforhealth/https://www.instagram.com/symmetryalignsmart/

May 8, 2024 • 45min
Ep.151: Les Mills Group Fitness: Elevate Your Health Club & Personal Training Business
In this episode, Jenny and John chat with seasoned fitness professional Khaled El Masri. Khaled takes us through his inspiring journey, from starting as a personal trainer and rising to the role of Director of Fitness at a prominent health club chain. Later in the conversation, Khaled dives into his current role at Les Mills (https://www.lesmills.com/), highlighting the significant impact the company has on the health club industry and the exciting opportunities it offers for personal trainers looking to advance their careers.

May 1, 2024 • 31min
Ep.150: Exploring Balance Training and Toe Strength with Dr. Emily Splichal
In this episode Jenny and John dive into the world of foot health and performance with Dr. Emily Splichal, founder of Naboso Technology. Dr. Emily shares insights on: Who benefits from balance training and why it's essential for all ages and activity levels.The profound influence of toe flexor strength on overall biomechanics and athletic performance.How weak toe muscles can impact posture, stability, and injury prevention.Don't miss out on this insightful conversation! Visit naboso.com/issa to save 20% on Naboso's top-selling products through our exclusive partnership.Connect with Dr. Emily and explore Naboso's offerings:Website: Naboso.comSocial Media: @nabosotechnology

Apr 24, 2024 • 33min
Ep.149: The Power of Movement: Thriving in Your Second Act as a Fitness Professional
In this episode Jenny and John chat with Erin Eleuterio, a certified Functional Aging Specialist and the host of the "Second Act Fit Pros" podcast. Erin shares her journey into the world of senior wellness and discusses the inspiring stories of individuals who have embarked on second-act careers in health and fitness for mature adults. Discover how these professionals are reshaping the narrative of aging through movement, strength, and resilience.Tune in to gain valuable perspectives and be inspired by the transformative power of fitness in later life. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or curious about second-act careers, this episode is filled with meaningful insights and impactful stories.Instagram: @secondactfitprosWebsite: www.erinleu.comEmail: secondactfitpros@gmail.com

Apr 17, 2024 • 48min
Ep.148: Inside MADabolic: Innovating Fitness Franchises with Brandon Cullen
Brandon Cullen, co-founder of MADabolic and former professional hockey player, shares his journey from the ice to fitness entrepreneurship. He discusses the benefits of fitness franchising and the transformation of traditional CrossFit into an inclusive model. Cullen emphasizes structured, results-driven training that prioritizes enjoyment and teamwork. He also dives into financial strategies for franchise success and the importance of creating a supportive environment for all fitness levels. Tune in for insights into growing fitness franchises!

Apr 10, 2024 • 49min
Ep.147: The Latest Cutting Edge Recovery Science With Jason Stella (Part 2)
In the first ever Trainers Talking Truths 2-part episode Jenny and John chat with Jason Stella of https://www.pathtopersonalexcellence.com/ about the some of the many popular recovery methods that are taking everyones social media feeds by storm. Part 1 Jason defines recovery and what this can mean for individuals as well as the fitness industry. Modalities covered are sauna, light therapy (photobiomodulation), and peptides. Part 2 Jason does the deep dive on the science behind cold water immersion.

Apr 10, 2024 • 57min
Ep.146: The Latest Cutting Edge Recovery Science With Jason Stella (Part 1)
In the first ever Trainers Talking Truths 2-part episode Jenny and John chat with Jason Stella of https://www.pathtopersonalexcellence.com/ about the some of the many popular recovery methods that are taking everyones social media feeds by storm. Part 1 Jason defines recovery and what this can mean for individuals as well as the fitness industry. Modalities covered are sauna, light therapy (photobiomodulation), and peptides. Part 2 Jason does the deep dive on the science behind cold water immersion.

Apr 3, 2024 • 35min
Ep.145: Fitness Research and Real Talk: Episode 9
In this installment of "Research and Real Talk," Jenny and John delve into recent discoveries regarding the significant impact of chronic stress on the body (spoiler alert: it's substantial!), effective protocols for balance training, and the benefits of incorporating glute-focused resistance exercises into warm-up routines for optimizing landing mechanics. During the "Real Talk" segment of the podcast, Jenny and John discuss their perspectives on the distinctions between traditional in-person education and exclusively online learning experiences.

Mar 27, 2024 • 52min
Ep.144: Muscle Mailbag #1
Welcome to the Trainers Talking Truths “Muscle Mailbag”!! This episode is about you, our listeners. We selected 5 listener-submitted questions to answer. Each listener we picked got a shout-out on the podcast and received a gift from ISSA as a thank you.

Mar 20, 2024 • 45min
Ep.143: Take Action to Improve Your Business and Change the Fitness World With Industry Leader Justin Tamsett
Jenny and John chat with Justin Tamsett, a long-time industry leader, international speaker, managing director of Active Management and Chair for REX Roundtables for Leaders. Tune in as he details the actions one should take to improve themselves as a fitness business professional.https://www.instagram.com/activemanagement/ https://www.rexroundtables.com/