The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

Let’s dive a little deeper into the largest joint in the body, shall we? On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the joints of the knee, shares some VMO and TKE-specific exercises, the working relationship between the knee and the ankle, defines ACL and MCL injuries, the knee range of motion, and much more! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Let’s take a closer look at one of the more interesting joints in the body: the ankle. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, goes in-depth on the ankle joint and the three joints that make it up, as well as what causes the common high ankle sprain injury, issues from rolling your ankle, and much more. Keep your holiday season rolling with this knowledge drop from Dr. Richey! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Becoming a fitness professional, or elevating your professionalism in the industry, can be a work in progress for many of us. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, shares 10 characters for being a professional. From looking and speaking professional, to keeping your focus on your clients, to being organized and reliable, and many more, Dr. Richey has you covered. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Personal training continues to evolve with AI (Artificial Intelligence) as one of the key catalysts. So, what does this mean for fitness professionals? On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores a few of the changes and innovations created by AI, and where you “fit” as a personal trainer. He’ll explain the importance of human-to-human communication and interactions, how magazines, in some ways, provided value training information years ago, and the importance of accountability, something AI can’t, and likely never will, be able to control. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

As personal training, we aspire to help others reach their fitness goals. We also want to work on self-improvement in all facets of training – from how you work with clients, to how you grow and expand your business. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, KISS Marketing co-founder, business coach, gym owner, and podcast host, Vince Gabriele, explore ways thrive in small group personal training. They will deep dive into smart spending if you’re looking to open your own gym, balancing your time when shifting your focus from training to business, as well as share their personal stories of a few of the struggles, and pivots, which helped them both get to where they are today. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Let’s start December with a dip into the mailbag, shall we? On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores a listener question discussing best exercises for an athlete client. Rick will discuss the right balance between free weights and machine weights, cite specific researched findings on the question, as well as share a few personal training antidotes of his own in this unique monologue presentation on sports performance. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Occupational burnout is common in all careers, including personal training. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores a myriad of different strategies to help stay fresh in your fitness career, including taking time off, learning something new to expand your client offering, finding a mentor to help with your work/life balance, and many more. Make sure to bookmark this special encore episode to keep as a refresher in the future, as well! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

‘Tis the season for reflection and appreciation. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, takes a moment to thank all the people who have positively impacted his personal training career, as well as why opting to not train one megastar turned out to be one of the best decisions he ever made. This Thanksgiving week episode is one you won’t want to miss! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Get ready to flex your knowledge base when it comes to muscle gain. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, IFBB Professional Bodybuilder, and host of NASM’s “Peak Physique Podcast,” Andre Adams, deep dive into a myriad of topics in, and around, muscular hypertrophy. They’ll discuss proper protein intake, the importance hydration, the balance between diet and workout, a few training tips from Andre, plus much more! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

You have questions. We have answers. That’s the way this works on the “NASM-CPT Podcast.” In this episode host, and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey, takes you in-depth with his own CPT-7 study guide, broken up into 12 previous episodes, to help better prepare you for your upcoming exam. Rick will further detail what’s in those 12 shows to help provide a road map for success in your preparation. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

So, you’re thinking about making the jump, huh? Let’s talk about this for a minute. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey, plays good cop, bad cop for those thinking about leaving their current career to pursue one as a fitness professional. He’ll separate fact from fiction, give specific examples of some of his “wins,” as well as “losses” from his two-decade plus career in the industry, as well as several important things to consider before switching careers. Rick’s mailbag delivers once again! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

We here at the “NASM-CPT Podcast” are ready to separate fact from fiction. On this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey, along with featured guest, NASM Senior Fitness Educator, Fabio Comana, explore what’s real, and what’s not, when discussing metabolism. The two will define metabolism, explain why cutting calories doesn’t always equate to losing weight, discuss the importance of consistent movement in your lifestyle, as well as deep dive into aging and metabolism. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

“How can I make more money?” It’s a question nearly every personal trainer, including Rick Richey, has asked at one time or another. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” Rick answers that exact question, 20 different ways. If you’re looking for a few additional ways to add to your revenue stream, this is the episode for you! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Let’s focus on fitness strategy. On this episode “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Neuroscientist, and American Soldier, Dr. Allison Brager, explore several different ways to get the most out your fitness lifestyle. They’ll discuss recovery practices, how your sleeping habits change as you age, the impact on your health when the time changes, injury prevention tips, ways to work smarter, not harder, and much more. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Let’s end October with a mailbag question, shall we? On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, answers a listeners’ question about resting between sets in Phase 4 and Phase 5 of the NASM CPT Model. The knowledge is in the details of this episode, courtesy of Dr. Richey. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

It can take a while to truly “find yourself” as a fitness professional. While that personal growth in the industry may take time, it can open endless possibilities, as well as help establish your brand as a personal trainer. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, highlights what surface level type of knowledge you must have when trying to jump-start your career, how specialization can lead to adding short, and possibly long-term, clients, and much more. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Sometimes, our clients don’t like anything we do in their training sessions. Quite simply, certain people just don’t like to exercise but are happy to pay personal trainers with the hope the money stream will magically change everything. The money won’t solve the problem, the work will. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, offers seven in-depth ideas to help break through with the clients who don’t want, or like, to exercise. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

The balance between nutrition and muscle gain is as complex as the history of both. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Exercise Physiologist, Molecular Biologist, and Biostatistician, Brad Dieter explore the possibility of adding muscle, while losing body fat, optimizing building muscle without putting on additional body fat, as well as key nutrition tips. Plus, a few topical antidotes and personal stories from both of these experts in their respective fields. Disclaimer: This episode discusses sensitive topics that may be triggering to those with disordered eating. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Pricing in personal training can be tricky. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into why he believes some independent trainers out price some clients, even if their training background and expertise doesn’t match the rates they are charging. He also shares examples of how he trains people for below his normal rate, as long as their schedule is flexible. This, ultimately, is a win-win for both sides. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

We’ve all done it. After a long day of staring at your computer, or binge-watching your Netflix favorites, it’s common for our posture to slide. In the grand scheme of our health, does it matter? On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, NASM CES & PES, Dr. Scott Cheatham, explore everything posture. This is one knowledge drop you won’t want to miss! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

So nice, he had to do it twice. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, dives a little deeper in the balance between personal training and money. He shares several different tips to help with your taxes – an important piece to master to ensure financial stability in the present and future. Topics will include clarifying tax write-offs and deductions, simple investment strategies, the benefits of a business credit card and why it’s vital to pay it off every month to help stay out of unnecessary debt. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Being your toughest critic is difficult, but necessary. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, shares five common mistakes you may be making in your training. He will explore the importance of breaking bad habits, correcting inefficiencies, and putting more focus into your clients and your career. Rick’s five examples, all correctable, will help take your training career, and client satisfaction, to the next level. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

It’s time to talk dollars and sense. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into various elements surrounding your salary as a personal trainer. He will share a few financial stories from his two decade-plus time in the industry, compare being a manager to being a trainer, tips for paying off debt, the benefits (in moderation) of clients paying in cash, examples of how putting money aside now can pay huge dividends down the line, and much more! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

We’re making our list and checking it twice on this “NASM-CPT Podcast.” In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, shares five benefits of working with a personal trainer to help you reach your fitness goals. Along with an in-depth description of each, he’ll share a few antidotes, as well as a story or two from his long and successful career as a trainer. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

September is “Self-Improvement Month” and we here at NASM are ready to help you along your journey. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, is joined by featured guest, fellow NASM Podcast Network host, and Certified Wellness Coach, Darlene Marshall. The two will deep dive into a number of different topics, including what helped each excel in their fitness and wellness career, the intertwined relationship between CWC’s and CPT’s, positive self-talk in their training practice, and much, much more. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

Pivoting in your career isn’t always easy, but here at the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” we’re here to help ease the transition from working for someone, to creating your own path in the fitness industry. In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, is joined by featured guest, Tanya Kraisingr. Tanya MFK (as she commonly goes by), is the founder of Modern Business Mastery, Creator Time Design Method, and is an International Award-winning business consultant. The two share a few of their personal success stories of making the transition into entrepreneurship, as well as why it’s sometimes better to live and learn, than never to live at all despite the great unknowns which often accompany. Plus, Tanya takes you through the proper steps in the process, including what is your version of “success,” and much more. Below are Tanya's links: Download Goals to Gameplan Toolkit FREE: https://modernbusinessmastery.com/goals-to-gameplan Join the FREE MBM COMMUNITY: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyamfk/ Build Your Own 4 Step Business Strategy (Free Training): https://tanyamfk.com/4step/ Book a FREE (NO-Pitch, NO Catch) 1-1 Strategy Building Session: https://forms.gle/Rfh3SEXU1JL6EVds9 Website: ModernBusinessMastery.com Social: @TanyaMFK @ModernBusinessMastery Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyamfk/ If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo, get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm

This episode deals specifically with clients who don’t necessarily want to be working with you. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the best practices when dealing with someone who simply doesn’t enjoy working out. Rick deep dives into approaching with empathy and understanding as a way to meet them where they are – wherever that is in their personal fitness journey. He also shares a few stories on the topic from his previous experiences, and explains why sometimes it’s best, for both parties, to simply end the professional relationship and have them train with someone else. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4d7yiKd

Networking is essential in nearly every career, but maybe even more so as a personal trainer. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, dips into the mailbag to discuss ways to make the connection. He’ll explore the importance of establishing initial value and trust, explain why group fitness can be key to gaining new clients, as well as how associating with larger companies, charitable organizations, and similar businesses can help expand your client base in both the short, and potentially long-term. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3XOCZEA

Who doesn’t love a good list? Especially one which could help take your career in fitness to the next level. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, shares and explore the 10 best practices for you to incorporate. He’ll deep dive into concepts like the importance of safety first, being professional, leading by example, asking for feedback and many more. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3Xpo8yC

You have questions, Rick has answers. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, kicks off his mini-series which you may look at as little personal training vocabulary lesson. In this episode, Rick explores the difference between hypertrophy and hyperplasia, autogenic and reciprocal inhibition, defining the various aspects of strength, and much more. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3TnXKEa

While not always the most popular workout, running does a body good – especially in the long-term. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the exercise in myriads of different ways, backed up by the scientific evidence. He’ll deep dive into the extended life longevity for those who consistently run, how it can prevent certain types of cancer-related mortality, and many other health-related pros of propelling yourself forward rapidly on foot. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4g9ytHL

On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey flips the script, going for host, to guest, in this special conversation. Rick was featured on the “Better Than Fine” Podcast with fellow NASM Podcast Network host, Darlene Marshall. In this special encore presentation, the two to explore the unique benefits of resistance training and how to safely get started. There are several ways to increase movement and exercise, each with its own mental, physical, and emotional benefits. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3AJ0uFY

Sometimes, what you think is meant to be, simply isn’t the reality. On this transparent episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into several different obstacles personal trainers face. He’ll discuss why a cap in your salary as a trainer may be an indicator of a career change, why working harder isn’t always smarter, and other examples which may lead to a little career self-reflection. Training is a cool job…but it’s still a job, and it may not be the right career for you. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4cGV37E

How much is too much? As personal trainers, we strive to be excellent communicators, and texting can help your mission – but beware of a few things before your fingers hit those letters. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, details how often to text clients, why it’s vital to be clear and concise in text, why emails may be the preferred form of written communication for some, plus many other tips. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4g3VprJ

Honesty is always the best policy, including when personal training. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into ways to greater motivate yourself, while also helping your connection with your clients. From struggles with your diet, physical activity, sleep, etc., and being honest with your motivation will help them understand it’s not always easy, even for fitness professionals. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4cBYFYH

Walk this way for this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast.” Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, details evidence-based studies about the benefits of putting one foot in front of the other foot. From decreasing the risks of certain diseases, to improving sleep, longevity, and your mental health, Dr. Richey explores these and many more in this informative monologue presentation. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3YSzhuw

This episode share is an important one! You've seen it on your TikTok and Instagram feeds, or maybe even at your own gym. Men interrupting others, mostly women, while they work out to give them advice, often unwelcome. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and gym owner, Rick Richey talks all things mansplaining with “Better Than Fine” host Darlene Marshall, and NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Danielle Young. The trio deep dives into this one-of-a-kind conversation about mansplaining in the gym. They'll talk about when it happens, why it happens, and what you might do if it happens to you. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3WYAkYp

Opening a gym can be exhilarating, as well as scary. It can be rewarding, but also humbling. On this special encore episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and gym owner, Rick Richey pulls back the curtain with the hard facts and what’s involved in this business venture. He’ll discuss how to start the process, if it’s even financially viable for your lifestyle, how much to charge members and clients, hidden startup costs to be aware of, some of Rick’s personal experiences as a gym owner, and much more. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3WDf8WB

With the NASM OPT Model as your evidence-based programming guide, let’s focus in on strength endurance. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, takes you through an entire sample workout including warmups, pre-workout stretches, standing leg exercises, and much more. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3WDf8WB

Shooter’s shoot. So don’t be afraid to take your shot. With over two decades of experience in the fitness industry, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey has worn a lot of hats and taken quite a few chances during his time in the profession. On this special encore episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” he shares a few of his own uncertainties early in his career, how he pivoted and evolved during the pandemic, as well as the path which led him to NASM. Keep inspiring people to fitness, but don’t forget to keep inspiring yourself! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/46vevCG

Group personal training isn’t for everyone, but it might be for you. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the benefits, and drawbacks, of group training. Rick provides a blueprint to help you, and your clients, get the most out of these workouts, as well details pricing options, branding strategies, teaser concepts to bring them back to the next group session, as well as why group personal training is becoming more popular in the fitness community. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3ysJnXV

As a personal trainer, it’s never a bad time for a self-review focusing specifically on strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats – commonly referred to as a SWOT Analysis. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into all four of the categories focusing in on you and your business. Let this episode help better guide you and your personal brand, as well as increase client acquisition and retention. This is one Dr. Richey knowledge drop you won’t want to miss! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/46o5A60

Introduction to program design is simply understanding there is an organizational structure of exercise with appropriate volume and intensity which helps personal trainers get specific fitness and performance-based outcomes. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the practices which go into the structure of the workouts, provides examples of long-term fitness goal blueprints to share with clients, as well as monthly and annual programs which details each day of the week and the coinciding exercies to train certain need areas. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4d9BJkF

This episode deals specifically with aspects that we need to understand based on scientific principle, as well as build and create with principles you can employ to develop programming, exercise, and content from evidence-based principles. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, details evidence-based practices, discusses fundamental evidence based on assessments, why we need fundamental program designs, coaching techniques to help clients achieve fitness goals, as well as the warning signs with certain behavior changes. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4bSA3dF

Reciprocal inhibition is not only a means of flexibility as seen in the OPT Model, it’s also very helpful when it comes to preferentially getting certain muscles to work better. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores everything in and around reciprocal inhibition, as well as techniques for practicing protracting and retracting muscles, and much more! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3zIGbYK

A morning coffee for many is as consistent as the sun rising in the east. A little java jumpstart can go a longways. Now let’s dive a little deeper into that cup of Joe and discuss the advantages. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into the common close relationship between personal trainers and coffee, recent scientific findings which state coffee may reduce inflammatory and stress-related diseases, as well as several different types of cancer. So, grab your favorite cup and enjoy this knowledge drop from a true coffee lover himself. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3WkEARt

Gym injuries can occur, even for NASM Master Instructors. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey shares his personal story of how a barbell exercise this past spring didn’t end so well. He’ll deep dive into the type of rotator cuff damage occurred, how it negatively impacted his sleep, his frustrations during rehab and ways you can avoid having the same setback. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/4bCOMJM

Finding fresh leads and growing your client base is essential for new personal trainers. This process can be tricky to navigate but the “NASM-CPT Podcast” has you covered. Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Mark Fisher, co-founder of Mark Fisher Fitness, international speaker, consultant, and entrepreneur share three lead-driven marketing concepts, explain the importance of referrals, as well as simple ways to re-connect with potential new clients in your phone, email, or social media contacts. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3RTM1fN

Proper spotting is essential in personal training is essential for several reasons. Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey deep dives into why it’s vital to communicate with your client how you’re spotting them, cueing tips, why spotting from the elbows isn’t the best practice, and many more helpful tips on this topic. Let this special encore episode help ensure your spotting is spot on! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3VMgtcZ

Want to get out in front of a public audience and help spread the word of personal training? Well, “The NASM-CPT Podcast” is here to help. On this episode host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into 10 different examples to help you prepare, plan, and execute speaking at fitness conferences. Rick, who will be presenting at the upcoming IDEA World 2024 conference, helps shares tips on everything from creating your slides to match your time on stage, knowing all the rules and regulations as you prepare your presentation, and why it’s so important (and easy) to network with your peers at these events. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/45NWuzc