Episodes
In this episode Jenny and John dive into the world of foot health and performance with Dr. Emily Splichal, founder of Naboso Technology. Dr. Emily shares insights on: Who benefits from balance training and why it's essential for all ages and activity levels. The profound influence of toe flexor strength on overall biomechanics and athletic performance. How weak toe muscles can impact posture, stability, and injury prevention. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation! Visit...
Published 05/01/24
Published 05/01/24
In this episode Jenny and John chat with Erin Eleuterio, a certified Functional Aging Specialist and the host of the "Second Act Fit Pros" podcast. Erin shares her journey into the world of senior wellness and discusses the inspiring stories of individuals who have embarked on second-act careers in health and fitness for mature adults. Discover how these professionals are reshaping the narrative of aging through movement, strength, and resilience. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives and be...
Published 04/24/24
Join us in this episode as we dive into the world of strength-driven interval training with Brandon Cullen, co-founder of MADabolic (https://www.madabolic.com/), the industry's pioneering franchise dedicated to this innovative fitness approach. Gain valuable perspectives on fitness franchising and the transformative power of structured, results-driven training from Brandon Cullen himself. Tune in to explore the MADabolic method and its impact on the fitness industry! http://issa.ownamad.com/
Published 04/17/24
In the first ever Trainers Talking Truths 2-part episode Jenny and John chat with Jason Stella of https://www.pathtopersonalexcellence.com/ about the some of the many popular recovery methods that are taking everyones social media feeds by storm. Part 1 Jason defines recovery and what this can mean for individuals as well as the fitness industry. Modalities covered are sauna, light therapy (photobiomodulation), and peptides. Part 2 Jason does the deep dive on the science behind cold water...
Published 04/10/24
In the first ever Trainers Talking Truths 2-part episode Jenny and John chat with Jason Stella of https://www.pathtopersonalexcellence.com/ about the some of the many popular recovery methods that are taking everyones social media feeds by storm. Part 1 Jason defines recovery and what this can mean for individuals as well as the fitness industry. Modalities covered are sauna, light therapy (photobiomodulation), and peptides. Part 2 Jason does the deep dive on the science behind cold water...
Published 04/10/24
In this installment of "Research and Real Talk," Jenny and John delve into recent discoveries regarding the significant impact of chronic stress on the body (spoiler alert: it's substantial!), effective protocols for balance training, and the benefits of incorporating glute-focused resistance exercises into warm-up routines for optimizing landing mechanics. During the "Real Talk" segment of the podcast, Jenny and John discuss their perspectives on the distinctions between traditional...
Published 04/03/24
Welcome to the Trainers Talking Truths “Muscle Mailbag”!! This episode is about you, our listeners. We selected 5 listener-submitted questions to answer. Each listener we picked got a shout-out on the podcast and received a gift from ISSA as a thank you.
Published 03/27/24
Jenny and John chat with Justin Tamsett, a long-time industry leader, international speaker, managing director of Active Management and Chair for REX Roundtables for Leaders. Tune in as he details the actions one should take to improve themselves as a fitness business professional. https://www.instagram.com/activemanagement/  https://www.rexroundtables.com/
Published 03/20/24
In this episode, Jenny and John chat with John Sinclair, an esteemed author, educator, international presenter, and one of the founders of Seven Movements. Sinclair offers insights into their mission of enhancing accessibility to exercise. He introduces the innovative concept of "micro-dosing" movements, revolutionizing the approach to physical activity. Lastly, Sinclair generously imparts invaluable advice to trainers seeking success within the competitive fitness industry landscape.
Published 03/13/24
Jenny and John chat with ISSA’s own Johnny August. He tells his amazing story of how he started in the industry and how it inspired him to continue to be of service to those that share in his passion for helping people through fitness. Later in the episode Johnny talks about how ISSA is connecting students directly with employers and helping them find their new personal training home.
Published 03/06/24
In this edition of Research and Real Talk Jenny and John talk about recent research regarding swinging kettlebells, GLP-1s and training, nutrition, and supplementation around the menstrual cycle. They end the episode by listing some of the key benefits of having a mentor in your career. References: 1. Ross, J. A., Keogh, J. W., Lorenzen, C., & Lake, J. (2023). Effects of 56-kilogram kettlebell swing endpoint on Total Body Mechanics. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 37(12),...
Published 02/28/24
In this episode Jenny and John chat with Rex Owens! A true veteran in the fitness industry, Rex brings a wealth of wisdom and experience to the table. From sculpting the bodies of celebrities to spearheading health club ventures, teaching at prestigious universities, and even lending his expertise to the ISSA Certified Trainer Course, Rex's journey is a great example for anyone looking to succeed in the fitness profession. Tune in to discover the insights, stories, and invaluable lessons Rex...
Published 02/21/24
Jenny and John chat with Ryan Duey the Co-Founder and CEO of Plunge, a world leader in cold plunge and sauna products. Hear his story of working long hours and taking risks to build his company to the success it is today. They also talk about how anyone in the health and wellness space can leverage recovery products like those at Plunge to be an asset to your business. http://plunge.com
Published 02/14/24
In this episode Jenny and John chat with performance coach Mike Guevara. He details his story of going from college football player to the preferred trainer for many professional athletes. He also talks about his entrepreneurial side in creating the GBG (Greatness Breeds Greatness) Hoops training app as well as his media and merchandise ventures. If working with athletes is your passion then you must give this one a listen! IG: gbg.hoops  YouTube: @gbghoops  Facebook: @coachmikeg website:...
Published 02/07/24
Jenny and John chat with Chris and Eric Martinez about the state of being an online fitness entrepreneur in 2024. They also get into their back story and talk about how going through hardships paved the way for them to seek a new path, find mentors and eventually create a fitness business that is impacting lives around the world. Website: https://dynamicfitpros.com/ Our Book: https://www.riseofthefitpros.com/book1591229422414  Link Tree with offers:...
Published 01/31/24
In this episode Jenny and John speak with Debbie Bellenger, a fitness industry leader, founder of DB Fitness and Wellness Solutions and a major advocate of helping the fitness industry grow by adding wellness programming to its menu of services industry wide. Find more information at http://www.debbiebellenger.com Register for Debbie's newsletter: DB Fitness and Wellness Solutions LLC
Published 01/24/24
In this episode, Jenny and John speak with Ricardo Johnson II about Allstate health services and the affordable healthcare solutions they are providing to ISSA professionals. Tune in to learn how to decide what coverage is right for you and why it is so important. Check out https://issa.allstatehealth.com/ for more details. https://www.mymusehealth.com/ https://issa.allstatehealth.com/
Published 01/17/24
In this episode, Jenny and John speak with Andrea Nakayama. She helps to define what functional nutrition is and how it can impact a person’s overall health. They cover the prevalence of chronic illness and the role that functional nutrition can play in helping to manage these illnesses. Lastly, Andrea shares some student success stories and talks about the opportunity that health and fitness professionals can take advantage of by becoming Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioners.
Published 01/10/24
In this episode, Dan and Jenny speak with Jim Hooper and Phillip Stump of API (Allied Professional Insurance). They educate us on the potential dangers of being uninsured and what their insurance can protect you from. API’s coverage minimally can cover general liability, professional liability and products. Tune in to learn about this often overlooked but very important aspect of running a fitness business
Published 01/03/24
Here's another fan-favorite throwback episode! Jenny and Dan break down commonly misconstrued nutrition terms and ideas. They drop the knowledge on GMOs, low-carb diets, and more.
Published 12/27/23
Here's another fan-favorite throwback episode! In this episode, Dan and Jenny interview Jason Stella of Lifetime Fitness to talk all things fitness industry. How can you build your career in fitness? What should individuals new to the fitness space know? They dive into this and more!
Published 12/20/23
Here's another fan-favorite throwback episode! In this episode, Dan and Jenny interview Dennis Dunphy and Neal Valera, Stick Mobility co-founders and uncover how Personal Trainers can best serve clients by optimizing their workouts for increased longevity.
Published 12/13/23
Welcome back to the 7th edition of Research and Real Talk with ISSA’s own Jenny and John. In the research portion Jenny talks about lifestyle habits and their influence on performance, how and when the body burns energy (Calories)) and the physical demand of sports on artificial turf vs. natural turf.  During Real Talk John speaks to Jenny about GLP-1 Agonists and the potential role they may play in the fitness profession.
Published 12/06/23
In this episode Jenny brings more research to chat about including how physical activity impacts mood and memory, the Principle of Reversibility, and caffeine mouth rinse!  Later in the episode John talks about the importance of acknowledging the customer service side of the job of personal training and why it is so important if you want to keep clients coming back for more
Published 11/29/23