

Trainers Talking Truths
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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.
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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/

Mar 13, 2024 • 47min
Ep.142: Microdosing Movement and Empowering Trainers with John Sinclair
In this episode, Jenny and John chat with John Sinclair, an esteemed author, educator, international presenter, and one of the founders of Seven Movements. Sinclair offers insights into their mission of enhancing accessibility to exercise. He introduces the innovative concept of "micro-dosing" movements, revolutionizing the approach to physical activity. Lastly, Sinclair generously imparts invaluable advice to trainers seeking success within the competitive fitness industry landscape.

Mar 6, 2024 • 41min
Ep.141: Origin Story of a Fitness Superhero. How Johnny August Found His Path in the Fitness Industry and How He Will Help You to Do the Same.
Jenny and John chat with ISSA’s own Johnny August. He tells his amazing story of how he started in the industry and how it inspired him to continue to be of service to those that share in his passion for helping people through fitness. Later in the episode Johnny talks about how ISSA is connecting students directly with employers and helping them find their new personal training home.

Feb 28, 2024 • 42min
Ep.140: Fitness Research and Real Talk: Episode 8
In this edition of Research and Real Talk Jenny and John talk about recent research regarding swinging kettlebells, GLP-1s and training, nutrition, and supplementation around the menstrual cycle. They end the episode by listing some of the key benefits of having a mentor in your career.References:1. Ross, J. A., Keogh, J. W., Lorenzen, C., & Lake, J. (2023). Effects of 56-kilogram kettlebell swing endpoint on Total Body Mechanics. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 37(12), 2333–2338. https://doi.org/10.1519/jsc.00000000000045682. Quddos, F., Hubshman, Z., Tegge, A., Sane, D., Marti, E., Kablinger, A. S., Gatchalian, K. M., Kelly, A. L., DiFeliceantonio, A. G., & Bickel, W. K. (2023). Semaglutide and tirzepatide reduce alcohol consumption in individuals with obesity. Scientific Reports, 13(1). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-48267-23. Colenso-Semple, L. M., D’Souza, A. C., Elliott-Sale, K. J., & Phillips, S. M. (2023). Current evidence shows no influence of women’s menstrual cycle phase on acute strength performance or adaptations to resistance exercise training. Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, 5. https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2023.10545424. D’Souza, A. C., Wageh, M., Williams, J. S., Colenso-Semple, L. M., McCarthy, D. G., McKay, A. K., Elliott-Sale, K. J., Burke, L. M., Parise, G., MacDonald, M. J., Tarnopolsky, M. A., & Phillips, S. M. (2023). Menstrual cycle hormones and oral contraceptives: A multimethod systems physiology-based review of their impact on key aspects of female physiology. Journal of Applied Physiology, 135(6), 1284–1299. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00346.2023


