It’s never too late to work on perfecting your craft. On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore how improving your communications skills will increase your ability to connect with clients like never before.  Mastering the art of training, rather than just focusing on the science of training, will elevate you as a fitness professional, while motivating your clients to levels they have never achieved...

Let’s max out on the power. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, dive deep into the science and practical application of maximizing power through the National Academy of Sports Medicine's Optimum Performance Training (OPT) Model. Whether you're an athlete striving for peak performance, a fitness enthusiast looking to elevate your workouts, or a coach seeking cutting-edge training strategies, this podcast is your ultimate...

Fitness professionals clearly understand the enormous value exercise plays in living a healthy lifestyle.  On “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, review some of the most recent research that shows how exercise in small doses, higher-intensities, and including weight training though out our lifetime has an immediate and powerful impact on one's longevity. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this...

This week on the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore common exercise programming mistakes and how to avoid them. From beginners to seasoned professionals, navigating the intricacies of designing effective workout routines can be challenging. However, armed with the right knowledge and strategies, you can steer clear of common pitfalls that may hinder your clients' progress.  We hope to see you there! If you like what you...

It’s all in the hips. Hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the importance of hip mobility, why it is essential, ways to assess it, and program for it!  Most of your clients will present some type of mobility restriction, so having an understanding of the lumbo-pelvic hip complex is essential. ***Your opinion matters! We would love to know what you think about this show and the NASM Podcast Network. Please take our listener survey by clicking the link for...

Let’s talk power and performance.  On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, along with featured guest, Proteus Motion Founder & CEO, Sam Miller, deep dive into power assessment. They will also explore the latest power assessment and data capture in order to maximize performance. ***Your opinion matters! We would love to know what you think about this show and the NASM Podcast Network. Please take our listener...

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts review the CES Model and discuss how to integrate this into your clients’ programs. In this episode, we're tackling a crucial aspect of training: corrective exercises. Specifically, we'll explore how to seamlessly incorporate them into Phase 1 workouts, setting the stage for long-term success and injury prevention. ***Your opinion matters! We would love to know what you think about this...

The Romanian Deadlift (RDL) is defined as a deadlift in which the body is bent at the hips and the knees are not bent. On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the importance of hinging, as well as how to implement Romanian Deadlifts throughout the NASM OPT Model. ***Your opinion matters! We would love to know what you think about this show and the NASM Podcast Network. Please take our listener survey by...

You are what you eat. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, Registered Dietician, Kat Barefield. They will discuss the differences between the NASM Certified Nutrition Course (CNC) and the Certified Sports Nutrition Course (CSNC) to help you navigate your way to the best nutrition course to fit your needs, as well as a comprehensive deep dive into the latest trends in nutrition. ***Your opinion...

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore how this year's Leap Year can be the catalyst to improving your ability to be the most efficient version of yourself.   This will allow you to have a bigger impact in your career and in the lives of your clients. So make sure you make a little extra time and check this episode out! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding...

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Wendy Batts, and Marty Miller, discuss answers to questions many of our listeners have inquired about on the NASM Certified Personal Trainer Facebook page. They will provide information regarding discounts, pricing, and more. We are looking forward to helping with these questions and want to thank those of you for reaching out to us when you need help! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is...

Continuing to learn and evolve in personal training is essential. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, discuss the latest trends within the fitness industry, regarding the projected growth over the next few years.  Having a keen understanding of your industry's outlook is critical in planning your future! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM...

It’s always best to have a plan. However, sometimes, mapping out that path can be difficult. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, dive into helping you establish a career plan of attack.  All too often personal trainers become certified and then struggle to control their long-term career path. This episode will provide you with a specific and targeted blueprint to help you know your career is on the right track! Did you...

Squats, when done correctly, can build lower body and core muscles. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the biomechanics, programming strategies, and positioning surrounding squats. They will share in-depth discussions on squat variations, corrective exercises, and how to tailor squat programs to diverse client needs. As well as provide tips on how to help your clients squat deeper, lift heavier, and train...

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts are joined by featured guest, NASM Master Instructor Andy Hanley, to deep dive into working with boxers. We will explore the significance of integrating the OPT Model into their training regimen and how it can be tailored to enhance the performance and conditioning of boxers. Coach Andy, who also owns The Hive Performance & Health Training Facility, will share practical insights on designing...

 It’s time to put one (bare) foot in front of the other! On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore all things barefoot training. Increasing the strength and proprioception of the intrinsic foot musculature is often overlooked and not utilized when creating training protocols. After this “MIR” you will be ready to add barefoot training to you and your clients’ programs! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding...

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, deep dive into the world of metabolic conditioning. Join us as we dissect the science behind optimal metabolic fundamentals and purpose while unraveling the latest NASM-approved techniques, strategies, and principles for boosting endurance, and elevating overall fitness. Whether you're a seasoned trainer or new to the industry, we hope you join us for an engaging discussion...

New year, new you.  On this 2024 lid-lifting “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, ramp you up for the year ahead. They explore the latest news and trends in the fitness industry and provide you with the tools and knowledge you’ll need to be best prepared to maximize your 2024. Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach and...

In this holiday bonus episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller detail the four interdependent, but interconnected, subsystems that help to make up the global musculature system, which is predominantly responsible for human movement.   Increasing your knowledge of how the four subsystems produce and reduce force as it pertains to ideal movement patterns across the OPT Model will help you train yourself and your clients like never before!

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, Michael Watts. Watts will share the benefits of understanding and implementing breathing techniques into each of your clients’ training sessions. Michael is an Applied Sport Scientist and Human Performance expert focused on optimizing the health, wellness, and performance of athletes. He is an integral member of the Human Performance team at Under Armour uncovering the...

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” NASM Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail how to safely and effectively create lower body workout progressions using four of the most commonly used exercises. In addition, application to the OPT Model and all three planes of motion will be discussed.  This is one holiday bonus deep dive discussion you definitely don’t want to miss!

You provide the questions, our NASM Master Instructors prove the answers.  On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, deep dive into questions many of our listeners have inquired about. Many revolve around program design so these topics will be covered, along with ideas on what you can do besides training. We want to personally thank those of you for reaching out to us and allowing NASM to enhance your personal training skill set. Did you hear? The most...

On this holiday bonus episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the importance of core training, the anatomy that makes up this area of the body, as well as how, and why, every exercise can and must be considered a core exercise.   Let our NASM Master Instructors give you a new understanding of the function of the core, as well as how to make every exercise a core exercise. It’s time to get right down to the core!

Welcome to this healthy snack-sized episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable.” Hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore all aspects of snacking the right way. Snacking can be a benefit to living a healthy lifestyle, as well as being a pitfall to living a healthy lifestyle. They will review key strategies, as well as share some of their go-to between-meal options. Let’s get back to the basics of snacking the right way during this holiday season! Did you...