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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
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  • The Top 20 Biceps Exercises Ranked S to F Tier
    Dec 30 2025

    In this episode, we rank the top 20 biceps exercises ranked S to F tier. Mike also gets called by a plumber, literally, four times in a row and loses his mind in a fit of pure rage.


    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/VMyNpfMR_mE


    TIMESTAMPS:

    (00:00) — Intro

    (00:11) — Mike has gotten OUT of Benghazi

    (01:07) — We're coming in with a *real* hot take

    (04:22) — Jacob and Esau, the Old Testament, & happiness vs contentment

    (08:20) — We've received some feedback on our Mentorship pricing...

    (10:03) — An amazing upper back exercise

    (13:39) — Checking in on Jordan's hand-growth goals

    (15:51) — Balancing life, training, and sleep

    (17:20) — A brief interruption for a fit of pure rage...

    (20:20) — Back to balancing life, training, and sleep

    (26:17) — Ranking the top 20 biceps exercises (S to F tier)

    (58:15) — We'll see you in the new year!


    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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    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com

    Email: david@inpostmedia.com


    © 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

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    59 mins
  • Workout Programs: Ranked From Best-to-Worst
    Dec 23 2025

    In this episode, we are back to fitness content ranking the most popular workout program designs from best to worst.


    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/J8dtWap0fDo


    TIMESTAMPS:

    (00:00) — Intro

    (00:11) — Hydration levels & undisclosed locations

    (01:35) — Mike's Iron Man streak is officially OVER

    (06:10) — A frightening marker for society

    (11:59) — Jordan's catching up...

    (14:19) — Training splits ranked from best to worst

    (38:04) — One of the BEST things you can do as a parent

    (43:56) — What to do when you hit the wall after newbie gains

    (44:11) — Advice for nervous soon-to-be fathers

    (46:00) — Sleep training that really works

    (46:27) — Thanks for listening! We hope you have an amazing holiday!


    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


    © 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

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    47 mins
  • The Best Ab Exercises, Baby Item Must-Haves, Falling Asleep ASAP, and More...
    Dec 16 2025

    In this episode, we discuss the all-time best ab exercises, baby item-must haves, how to fall asleep as quickly as possible, 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/3NSKMpKp5i4


    TIMESTAMPS:

    (00:00) — Intro

    (00:11) — Reflecting on the year and our (declining) levels of technological savviness

    (03:48) — Jordan's new training schedule (why he's making the switch)

    (08:16) — Mike is officially retiring from fantasy football

    (11:35) — The dark side of gambling & sports integrity

    (21:22) — The top baby item must-haves

    (29:49) — Why can't anyone in the fitness industry ever agree?

    (34:55) — Strategies for better sleep

    (39:25) — Our favorite ab exercises

    (49:47) — Wrap-up


    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


    © 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

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    51 mins
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