In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss things they have changed their minds about as fitness professionals. They also address a recent controversy involving an influencer who bandited a race. Coach Nick talks about how his perspective on coaching has shifted from focusing solely on achieving results to helping athletes transform as individuals. Coach Amanda shares that she no longer believes in the phrase 'love what you do and never work a day in your life' and emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins and personal growth. In this conversation, Amanda and Nick discuss several themes related to their professional growth as coaches. They talk about the challenges of being a fitness professional, the importance of setting boundaries, the value of community, the need for simplicity in training, and the importance of knowing and asserting one's worth. They emphasize the need for coaches to prioritize their own well-being and not sacrifice it for the sake of work. Overall, the conversation highlights the evolution of their perspectives and the lessons they have learned throughout their coaching careers. ------------------------------------------------- (00:20) Introduction and Meeting Again in NYC (02:20) Listener Love and Sharing Their Journeys (07:52) Discussing the Controversy of Banditing a Race (15:54) Changing Perspectives as Fitness Professionals (23:13) Setting Boundaries for Work-Life Balance (25:02) The Value of Building a Community (32:34) Simplicity in Training: Focus on Fundamentals (38:30) Knowing and Asserting Your Worth as a Coach --------------------------- Contact us: Amanda - ⁠@amanda_katzz⁠ Nick - ⁠@nklastava⁠ Email - [email protected]