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How To Become A Personal Trainer

How To Become A Personal Trainer

Written by: Mike Vacanti | Jordan Syatt
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Practical tips to help you become a better coach so you can help more people.Mike Vacanti | Jordan Syatt Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Goodbye, Podcast World
    Jul 28 2026

    In this episode, Jordan and Mike say our final goodbye the podcast world as we know it.


    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/wPQoEBiyrvM


    TIMESTAMPS:

    (00:00) — Intro

    (00:11) — We've got a BIG announcement

    (08:16) — Make this your new fat loss dessert

    (11:18) — Mike's new fitness focus

    (17:48) — Nothing beats supportive siblings

    (20:09) — The BEST way to perform Bulgarian split squats

    (23:35) — Why we hate creatine

    (26:29) — How long it takes to lose muscle on a layoff (& the psychology of muscle loss)

    (32:16) — Something happens when you hit 30...

    (36:19) — Productivity lies & how having kids fixes everything (/s)

    (38:46) — Olive oil and fat loss

    (41:32) — The ONE fruit we'd eat for the rest of our life

    (44:37) — The great weighted vest debate wages on

    (49:58) — Daily footwear recommendations

    (51:05) — Thanks for listening! See you in a couple weeks!


    You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here


    Follow the show on social:

    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

    TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast


    Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

    Check out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046

    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.


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    Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

    Email: david@inpostmedia.com


    © 2026 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

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    52 mins
  • Should Teens Lift Heavy, Sunlight, Parenting, Diet Soda, and More
    Jul 21 2026

    In this episode, we discuss whether teens should lift heavy, benefits of sunlight, the challenges & joys of parenting, diet soda, 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/maa84Ow7X5Y


    TIMESTAMPS:

    (00:00) — Intro

    (00:11) — Sun runs are S-tier

    (01:42) — Jordan's GLP-1 card has been officially REVOKED

    (07:34) — It turns out Jordan DOES manage his stress...

    (12:04) — Mike can't prove this, BUT...

    (17:31) — The older you get, the more impressive it is to be in shape

    (19:34) — Q&A is BACK, baby!

    (19:57) — Coke Zero vs Diet Coke

    (20:12) — Are we World Cup fans?

    (22:30) — Understanding metabolism & weight management (check out our book on Amazon for more details & some fun stories)

    (25:51) — The challenges & joys of parenting

    (30:36) — Top tier ice cream flavors (& a fun story about lactose intolerance...)

    (33:33) — The best way to meet new people after moving to the other side of the world alone

    (35:08) — Our favorite Jiu-Jitsu submissions

    (37:27) — Should teens lift heavy?

    (38:39) — Thanks for listening!


    You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here


    Follow the show on social:

    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

    TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast


    Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

    Check out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046

    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.


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    Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

    Email: david@inpostmedia.com


    © 2026 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

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    39 mins
  • The Top 30 Best Habits for Busy Personal Trainers to Stay Lean Year-Round (Part 3)
    Jul 14 2026

    In this episode, we rank tips 22-30 of the top 30 fat loss strategies for busy personal trainers from S (supreme) to F-tier.


    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/1AWfXJ2eqy4


    TIMESTAMPS:

    (00:00) — Intro

    (00:11) — Mike might not be a home gym guy after all...

    (04:05) — Alone in the wilderness

    (12:40) — Self-defense training for children

    (19:43) — Ranking the top 30 fat loss strategies for busy personal trainers (S to F tier)

    (49:10) — Thanks for listening!


    You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here


    Follow the show on social:

    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast

    TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast


    Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p

    Check out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046

    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.


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    Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media

    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

    Email: david@inpostmedia.com


    © 2026 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

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    50 mins
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