The Show Up Fitness Podcast

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Discover the top books for personal trainers to read like Grit, How to win friends and influence people, How to Become A Successful Personal TRainer and many more.Reading might be the most underrated skill for personal trainers looking to elevate their careers above the 90% who quit within their first year. While most fitness professionals obsess over certification acronyms, the truly successful ones are quietly building their intellectual foundation through consistent, deliberate reading habits.The contrast is striking. Picture a potential client walking into a gym to meet two trainers: one scrolling social media, the other absorbed in a professional development book. Before a word is spoken, one has already established themselves as a dedicated professional. This single habit creates an immediate differentiation that clients intuitively recognize and respect.Starting a reading practice doesn't require massive time commitments. Begin with just 5-10 minutes of distraction-free reading daily, timing yourself to establish a baseline reading speed. Create the right environment by eliminating distractions – put your phone across the room, find a quiet space, and treat reading with the same discipline you bring to physical training. As with fitness, consistency produces remarkable results over time.The reading curriculum for elite trainers spans multiple disciplines. For mindset development, explore works like "Grit" by Angela Duckworth or "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins. Business acumen grows through texts like "Go For No" by Richard Fenton, which teaches the counterintuitive approach of pursuing rejection to calibrate value. Technical mastery comes through studying "Starting Strength," "Fat Loss Forever," and "The Science and Practice of Strength Training." For comprehensive development, aim to read 50+ books annually – a simple habit that places you among the intellectual elite in fitness.Transform your reading habit into Want to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Choosing the right gym environment can make or break your personal training career. After visiting nearly 50% of all Equinox locations and 15 Lifetime facilities across the country, I've gained unique insights into which premium fitness giant might offer the better path for ambitious trainers.The differences are striking. While Equinox offers brand prestige and exclusivity, they cap trainer rates around $175/hour regardless of experience or demand. Lifetime, with their expansive facilities featuring everything from water slides to extensive wellness areas, allows trainers to charge whatever the market will bear—some reaching $250+ per hour within their first year.Beyond compensation structures, the cultural environment varies dramatically. Equinox trainers often operate in a competitive atmosphere where interaction between colleagues is minimal. Lifetime fosters a more collaborative culture where networking happens naturally. This distinction impacts both job satisfaction and client acquisition potential.What truly matters is developing the complete package: technical expertise, business acumen, and exceptional people skills. The 90% of trainers who fail within their first year typically lack supervised experience and the confidence to command premium rates. Success requires investment in your education through quality certification programs that teach practical skills rather than just theory.No matter which environment you choose, approach your role with professionalism and confidence. Remember that clients aren't rejecting your rates because they can't afford you—they're indicating they don't see sufficient value. When you deliver transformative results and communicate your worth effectively, you can command fees that might seem impossible to less qualified trainers.Ready to elevate your training career? Visit showupfitness.com to explore our certification programs designed to give you the skills premium gyms are desWant to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Glucose tablets—the one essential item every personal trainer should carry at all times. This seemingly simple tool can mean the difference between a successful training session and a medical emergency. In this eye-opening conversation, we dive deep into real-life scenarios where client safety was compromised when blood glucose levels plummeted during workouts. From Will, who nearly passed out after a night of drinking and insufficient sleep, to a 250-pound student who lost consciousness completely, these stories highlight the critical importance of being prepared for emergencies.Trainers often face a unique challenge: clients who underreport their limitations. Men especially tend to push through discomfort, claiming they're "fine" while their body is screaming for help. The signs are there if you know what to look for—loss of color in the face, incoherent speech, or dizziness. When these symptoms appear, glucose tablets provide the fastest route to recovery, as they're rapidly absorbed through the sublingual gland directly into the bloodstream.Beyond emergency preparedness, we discuss how asking the right questions before each session can prevent these situations entirely. "How did you sleep? Did you eat today? Any alcohol last night?" These simple inquiries can inform your training approach and potentially save lives. The difference between certified trainers and qualified professionals lies in this comprehensive understanding of human physiology and client management.As we work to elevate the perception of personal training from just "posting TNA pics online" to a respected profession, these practical skills matter more than ever. Show Up Fitness is changing the industry one qualified trainer at a time, equipping professionals to earn substantially more than the industry average while providing truly transformative client experiences. Ready to level up your training career? Subscribe and throw that five-star review Want to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...

A recent ban in the UAE on major personal training certifications has sparked a debate about the need for hands-on learning in the fitness industry. The hosts argue that many trainers are certified but not truly qualified, as most rely on textbook knowledge without practical experience. They highlight a troubling trend where trainers struggle with impostor syndrome after passing exams. The discussion emphasizes raising standards and encouraging aspiring trainers to focus on real-world skills for a more credible and successful career.

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Want to become a successful personal trainer?Show Up Fitness (SUF-CPT) is the fastest growing personal training certification globally recongized. If you're thinking about becoming a personal trainer, start with the book, How to Become A Successful Personal Trainer Vol. 2: https://a.co/d/ifxvxQHChris Hitchko, Founder of Show Up Fitness CPT has gyms in Santa Monica and has been a teacher of trainers for over 10 years. If you're looking for HANDS ON learning to become a trainer, our 2-month personal training internship will help you better learn how to train clients, assess those with pain, use soft tissue mobilizations to help clients get out of pain, network with physical therapists (DPT's), Registered Dietitians (RD's) and other fitness professionals. The SUF-CPT is in person but also online: www.showupfitness.com where you can become a QUALIFIED certified personal trainer anywhere in the world. We have elite partnerships at Life Time Fitness and Equinox - we guarantee interviews at the best personal training gyms in the world. If you're looking to turn your passion for fitness into a career, it's time to SHOW UP.Show Up Fitness has 3 certifications:1. SUF-CPT: Certified for Life mastering programming and you never have to renew.2. SUF-STM: Soft Tissue Mobilizations mastering the assessment process, becoming a stretch specialist and being able to get your clients out of pain (learn how to partner and reach out to Physical Therapists)3. SUF-NC: Nutrition Coach. Learn how to develop streams of revenue by making more than $30,000 per year extra by becoming a nutrition coach (online and in person). You will learn how to network with an RD to bring on your team.For hands-on learning, we have our 2-month internship in Santa Monica and weekend seminars every month at Life Time Fitness. Email info@showupfitness.com to become a trainer today. IF you need to pass #nasm #nasmcertified #personaltrainer #oWant to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Ever wonder what exercises truly deserve "greatest of all time" status? This episode dives deep into the exercise variations that deliver maximum results with the best return on investment for both trainers and clients.Starting with a fascinating breakdown of fundamental movement patterns, we examine how terminology and categorization affect programming decisions. While most fitness professionals agree on basic patterns like push, pull, hinge, squat, and unilateral movements, the specific exercise selections within these categories spark passionate debate.We meticulously analyze Doc Russin's top 10 exercises, agreeing with stellar choices like the trap bar deadlift, Romanian deadlift, and reverse lunge, while offering thoughtful alternatives for others. The trap bar deadlift emerges as a standout choice for teaching hinging mechanics without the extensive coaching time conventional deadlifts require. For unilateral work, reverse lunges prove incredibly versatile – simply adjust torso angle to shift emphasis between hip and knee dominance based on client needs.The most compelling section explores overlooked exercises that deserve more attention: bar dips instead of pushups for superior upper body development, pike pushups progressing to handstand work for shoulder strength, landmine presses for shoulder-friendly pressing, and the lost arts of rotational training and sprinting. These movements challenge fitness professionals to expand beyond comfort zones and conventional programming.Ready to elevate your training approach? Join us at upcoming seminars in Austin, San Francisco, and Sacramento this April. Our certification is now officially accepted at 286 Equinox and Lifetime premium locations nationwide!Want to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!What are the best personal training certifications? How to Become A Successful Personal Trainer Vol 2. Breaks down the top globally recognized personal training certifications.NASM, ISSA, ACE, NSCA, ACSM, NCSF, FFT LEVEL 3 (UK), Canada Fit Pro (Can Fit Pro), SUF CPT, NPTI, Fitness Mentors, Brent Brookbush Institute, NPTA, what’s the best personal training certifications for you to become a personal trainer?Navigating the maze of personal training certifications just got easier with our comprehensive "March Madness" style breakdown of the top 16 globally recognized credentials. We pull back the curtain on what makes each certification unique, revealing critical insights that go beyond the marketing hype.The "big four" certifications—NASM, ACE, NSCA-CPT, and ISSA—dominate the industry landscape, but does their recognition truly reflect their quality? We examine how investment firms with deep pockets have positioned certain certifications as the "gold standard" through aggressive marketing rather than superior educational content. A simple Reddit search for "NASM personal trainer hell" might tell you more than their polished website ever will.Most aspiring trainers face a shocking reality: 90% quit within their first year. This isn't primarily due to lack of knowledge about exercise science, but rather gaps in practical skills—assessment capabilities, programming expertise, business acumen, and client management abilities. The certification you choose should prepare you for these real-world challenges, not just help you pass a multiple-choice exam.What truly matters in selecting a certification is alignment with your career goals. Before committing to any program, research where you want to work and what certifications those establishments recognize. The most valuable approach is interviewing trainers at your target gyms rather than relying on opinions from anonymous internet users.The fitness industry isn't saWant to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Do you want to become a qualified personal trainer? Show Up Fitness CPT is the fastest growing certification in the world. In 2024 SUF-CPT become the top 10 best personal training certifications. Read the book, How to Become A Successful Personal Trainer Vol 2 on amazon TODAY!Pubmed Creatine article: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7871530/Dive deep into the fascinating world of creatine – perhaps the most scientifically validated supplement in fitness history – as we separate fact from fiction in this evidence-packed episode. Discovered in 1832 and composed of three amino acids (glycine, arginine, and methionine), creatine has evolved from a scientific curiosity to a cornerstone supplement for performance enhancement.We explore how creatine actually works within your body's energy systems, particularly during high-intensity exercise. By facilitating ATP regeneration during those crucial first 30 seconds of intense effort, creatine literally allows you to perform more work – turning those 8 reps into 12 or 15. This isn't just theory; it's backed by decades of research and countless position stands from leading sports nutrition organizations.The episode systematically dismantles persistent myths surrounding creatine: no, it doesn't damage your kidneys (unless you have pre-existing kidney disease); no, it doesn't cause hair loss; and no, loading phases aren't necessary. We discuss proper dosing (3-5 grams daily depending on body size), timing considerations (they're minimal), and why expensive proprietary blends offer no advantages over simple, affordable creatine monohydrate.Most fascinating are the emerging applications beyond the weight room. Research now points to cognitive benefits and neuroplasticity support, expanding creatine's potential value for everyone from young athletes to aging adults concerned with brain health. Whether you're a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or fitness professional guiding clieWant to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Want to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...

Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Discover the untapped potential of nutrition coaching as we decode the Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) equation – your key to unlocking at least $30,000 in additional annual revenue while dramatically improving client outcomes.Most trainers make a critical mistake by bundling nutrition guidance with their training packages, effectively leaving thousands of dollars on the table each year. By understanding the science behind TDEE – from Basal Metabolic Rate to the surprisingly significant impact of Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis – you'll gain the confidence to position yourself as a nutrition expert worthy of premium rates.The podcast reveals why most calorie calculators fail your clients and how to create realistic, personalized recommendations that account for both physiological needs and psychological realities. You'll learn why protein has nearly six times the thermic effect of fat, how to calculate appropriate caloric deficits that clients can actually sustain, and why partnering with a Registered Dietitian can elevate your practice to extraordinary levels.Beyond the science, we dive deep into the business strategies that separate struggling trainers from those earning six figures. From structuring separate nutrition assessments to setting appropriate pricing ($300 is suggested), you'll discover how to communicate your value and create a nutrition coaching service that clients gladly pay for. We even discuss creative ways to have your clients sponsor your nutrition certification, turning education expenses into marketing opportunities.Whether you're looking to add nutrition coaching to your existing practice or take your current nutrition services to new heights, this episode provides the blueprint for creating sustainable results for your clients while adding a substantial second income stream to your business. The future of fitness is integrated, specialized expertise – and this episode shows you exactly how to pWant to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...