The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

The hypertrophy-based lesson series continues on this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast” with a focus on stretching between your workout sets. Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey deep dives into topic-specific research studies, explains why stretching between sets is not only beneficial for muscle thickness, but your one rep max, as well. It’s not a stretch to say you won’t want to miss the latest hypertrophy session from Dr. Richey! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3w90n1k

We all like to push our bodies in a quest to achieve desired fitness goals. But when is enough, enough? In this episode host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, details the slippery slope of overtraining. He unpacks and defines, overreaching, why it’s vital to listen to our bodies after intense workouts, common signs of overtraining, and much more. So, take a break from that workout and re-charge your body, and mind, with the “NASM-CPT Podcast!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3QNF7Gf

Rick Richey has once again dipped into the mailbag to deep dive into the correct, and most effective, way to craft your resume. The NASM Regional Master Instructor unpacks discusses different types of professional summaries, the best way to stack the information in order of importance, and why it’s important to share a little bit about you, personally, as well. You never get a second chance to make a first impression. So let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help get your fitness career ahead of the competition! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3SEjbyZ

It’s time to flex those muscles with a follow-up episode on hypertrophy. NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey, details needed downtime between sets through analysis breakdown. He unpacks some topic-related conflicting research, shares specific personal examples from his 20+ years of training, and explains why evidence-based findings on topics like this gives us the accurate assessment when advising your clients. All this, plus much more, in this “NASM-CPT Podcast!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3p42m2S

This episode details atherosclerosis which is, quite simply, the buildup of plaque. Host Rick Richey, focuses in on what causes that buildup: cholesterol or inflammation? In reality, it’s both, but the NASM Master Instructor cites specific researched data and takes you inside the arteries with detailed examples of how we can control our systemic inflammation through not only diet, but physical activity and a movement lifestyle. This “NASM-CPT Podcast” you won’t want to miss! CTA: The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3SpVE4z

This dip into Rick Richey’s mailbag deals specifically with how, you as a personal trainer, handle transitioning from one location, or in this case state, to another with your current clients, while still moving forward to building a new base at your future location. The long-time NASM Master Instructor, and host, explores how to develop a short-term, meaningful training practice, as well as guides you through practices to establish success for yourself and your present clients before you move. An honest and transparent client-trainer relationship is vital to both parties. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help set you up for success! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3OViSfT

The late American educator, Malcolm Knowles, made the theory of andragogy synonymous to adult education. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast, host Rick Richey takes Knowles’ six principles of andragogy and turns them into a fitness variation and what that means to your clients. He will also share several relatable stories, as well as Rick’s unique fitness perspective on adult learning to help you better understand ways to reach your client’s goals. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3cLTGeI

In this episode, host Rick Richey dips back into his social media mail bag to share his thoughts on, what he believes, are the three key components or elements in personal training. The NASM Master Instructor not only details this trio and why, but also provides further context through relatable, experiences from his two decades in personal training. Lastly, congrats to you, Rick, on recently being named the 2022 “IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year!” Thank you for inspiring others in the fitness world. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3owYyqF

Knowledge is strength. So, this “NASM-CPT Podcast” focuses on getting those muscles bigger and, specifically, the correct way to train to make that happen. NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey explores Dr. Brad Schoenfeld’s research on the topic, as well as explains why his findings have changed how NASM provides content on muscle growth. We’ll help you get the facts straight once and for all! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3RQOUfK

Vitamins are essential to the body for normal cell function, development, and growth. In this episode, host Rick Richey, along with featured guest Brittany Michels, NASM Personal Trainer, registered and licensed dietitian, Vitamin Shoppe representative, and ultra-marathoner, detail her supplement training and preparation, the most popular year-round vitamins, truths and myths around expiration dates, and much more! The Vitamin Shoppe offers NASM/AFAA Fit Pros an exclusive 25% discount on products store and sitewide through their Wellness Partner Program. They also offer the opportunity for our fit pros to join their Ambassador program for an opportunity to extend product discounts to their clients and earn commissions on sales they drive through their affiliate links. Details can be found on the NASM/AFAA Pro Discounts page at https://www.nasm.org/lp/discountpartners. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3PyV8PA

History tells us that R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevate) is the best antidote for inflammation and recovery of various injuries. In this episode, host Rick Richey compares R.I.C.E. to M.E.A.T. (Movement, Exercise, Analgesics, and Treatment) for treating acute injuries. The NASM Master Instructor will detail each of the acronyms four parts, share scientific research findings, as well as a few personal experiences of recovery. We’ll keep the spelling simple but the knowledge drop deep on this “NASM-CPT Podcast!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3IMZjoZ

In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey is joined by featured guest, MedFit Founder, Lisa Dougherty. Lisa is the founder of three separate but linked non-for-profit fitness companies. The MedFit Network provides a list of qualified Medical Fitness Trainers all over the country to promote their services to those in need. The MedFit Education offers medical fitness specializations to fitness professionals to be able to work with those that have heart disease, cancer, diabetes, etc. Finally, MedFit Care is the ability for your clients to get a medical fitness prescription to either be able to write off personal training on their taxes or to use a Health Spending Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to use pre-taxed dollars on personal training services. Join the MedFit Network today and save 40% on your first year's annual membership. Use code NASM40 at checkout! https://medfitnetwork.org/welcome/ Check out the 25+ online medical fitness courses. All MedFit Network members save 30% off courses as a benefit of membership: https://www.medfitclassroom.org/specialist-courses/ Learn more about MedFit Care and all FAQs: http://www.medfitcare.org Please join us at our first Medical Fitness Conference since the pandemic at the Los Angeles Athletic Club: https://www.medicalfitnesstour.org/mft2023/ Any questions? Email Lisa Dougherty [email protected] The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3nTQsbb

After exploring the anterior view in a recent episode, host Rick Richey deep dives into the side, or lateral view of the overhead squat assessment in this “NASM-CPT Podcast.” The NASM Master Instructor explains his in-depth training techniques with the squat, including four specific movements to look for, a few effective activations, some common compensations, and much more in this episode which you don’t want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3yMnNLs

When in doubt, write it out. As a personal trainer, it’s vital you stay organized and consistent from one client to another because each has individual fit levels, as well as goals. In this enlightening encore presentation of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey explains why documenting workouts not only allows you a consistent reference point but enables you to stay on task as you progress in your fitness career. Rick shares personal training experiences, as well as how you can mix and match workouts to fit each individual client. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3a8wlmA

As described by NASM – the overhead squat is a dynamic movement assessment. It is the quickest way to gain an overall impression of a client’s functional status. This episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast” focuses specifically on the anterior view. Host Rick Richey explains how he sets people up for the OHSA, some common things you’ll see in the assessment and, most importantly, how to address it once you see it. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3ypfqp6

This marks a special milestone for the “NASM-CPT Podcast” as host, Rick Richey, celebrates his 200th episode on the “NASM-Podcast Network” with a deep dive into plantar fasciitis. Rick explores this common cause of heel pain, the difference between plantar fasciitis and plantar fasciosis, his personal experiences with pain in his feet, prevention techniques, and much more. Thank you for making out podcast a consistent part of your fitness journey! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3P2nyBt

This episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast” focuses on deep vein thrombosis, or “DVT,” as it’s commonly referred to. NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey explains the meaning of deep vein thrombosis, frequent causes, how it can be avoided, and why it’s vital for personal trainers to have a thorough understanding of DVT for not only their clients, but for themselves, as well. Rick also shares why a recent long flight overseas made him think differently about how he prepares his body for extended travel. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3NdGXhn

The “NASM-CPT Podcast” brings you our second show Singapore as host Rick Richey is joined by fellow NASM Master Instructor, Jeremy Ng, from the FIT Summit. Ng, who speaks multiple languages, details sharing NASM’s vision and practices all over Asia, some of the fitness-related questions he receives when speaking at workshops, some of the challenges he sees teaching in different areas, and much more insightful knowledge about NASM International. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3mWUYoP

The “NASM-CPT Podcast” spans the globe as Rick Richey made the 9,500-mile trek from New York City to Singapore for this very special road show. In this episode, Rick deep dives into key points of discussion from the FIT Summit where he is serving as a panelist. He details fitness changes he sees in the coming decade, specifically the environment, the task, and the individual. He’ll also discuss the trendy rise of boutique gyms, the evolution of different future business practices, and several other fitness news and notes from around the world. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3mTXXhG

Sometimes it’s best to simply, remove and refine. In this episode, host Rick Richey explains why, as personal trainers, it’s important to streamline what’s most important, and effective, for that individual client. Doing more with less in our training programs and exercise selections is sometimes the best practice to help achieve desired fitness goals. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help you better understand why “going back to the basics” can be beneficial to everyone. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3twHP9G

In this episode host Rick Richey deep dives into a musculoskeletal disorder research study which has been implemented by the National Academy of the Sports Medicine. The NASM Master Instructor will focus on several different key findings in the study, including the levels of musculoskeletal disorder, strength, flexibility, and other factors which led to these statistical outcomes. Expand your fitness knowledge with a little help from the “NASM-CPT Podcast!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3zi7Z3R

Someone who is pregnant is most likely preparing for the most physically taxing event of their lives. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Carolyn Appel, PROnatal Fitness Director of Education, deep dive into approaching fitness during pregnancy, common misconceptions about prenatal training, understanding the demands of the body while training before, and after pregnancy, navigating different obstacles through the trimesters, and much more! Interested in working with pre & postnatal clients? The PROnatal Fitness Pre/Postnatal Performance Training Specialist Course teaches you how to utilize and evidence-based training methodology to help your clients thrive during pregnancy, confidently prepare for birth, and emerge even stronger. Use code NASM100 to save $100 through June 30th, 2022. Or, for a FREE resource to get you started, download our guide: 5 Pregnancy Changes Every Fitness Professional Should Know to learn the key changes that impact physical activity during pregnancy and learn strategies to coach your clients safely, and more effectively. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/38UwSaV

It’s time to talk this out. How is it possible for some trainers to charge so much and, more importantly, why can’t I make that kind of money? In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey explores the secret sauce to charging more, specifically for business owners, and the reasoning behind it. He’ll also share personal pricing stories as a CPT, the importance of business branding, and why your story helps set your rate for client pricing. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3PUaaAi

As a personal trainer, you may be providing incredible workouts, but are those workouts designed in the best interest of your clients? In this encore presentation, host Rick Richey details how to not only design exercise routines but, most importantly, achieve the desired outcomes. The NASM Master Instructor discusses focus techniques, the meaning behind the SMART acronym (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely), establishing fitness benchmarks, and much more. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help you look SMART(er) while helping your clients reach their personal fitness goals! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3NIlxcH

Inflation is causing many of us to pivot, in both our spending habits, and pricing habits given our current economic pivot. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey discusses when the right time is, if there even is a right time, to charge more as a personal trainer. He’ll also detail the best way to tell your clients you’re increasing their rate, how to handle resistance from this decision, why you may not lose clients if you decide to raise prices, and much more. Rick helps navigate this tricky, but sometimes inevitable, aspect of the fitness training career. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3Nxt8e8

Lindsey Jacobellis is widely considered the greatest snowboarder of all time. In February, Jacobellis further cemented her legacy winning a pair of Gold Medals in the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” Jacobellis joins host Rick Richey to share the elation and personal sense of accomplishment winning Gold, detailed training techniques to reach her peak performance level when needed, the importance of fundamentals, furthering her education as an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, her plans to write a book, and much more. This exclusive, in-depth interview is one you certainly don’t want to miss! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/389xw3W

Love it, or hate it, social media isn’t going anywhere. The fitness space is littered with fitness-specific social content and easily accessible through just a simple search on your favorite app. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey deep dives into the fitness social platforms and explores the good, and the bad, of the influencer culture. This episode explores what influencers do, how they can be beneficial to growing your fitness knowledge base, as well as why sometimes it’s best to stay away from mimicking what you see from some of your fitness influencer social media follows. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3sGSgax

Fitness is a dimension of wellness. In this episode, host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Dr. Mallory Fox, NASM-MT, CES, PES, and CWC, help define fitness from wellness, provide important trainer-client tips, and who to seek out for advice from professionals who are skilled in other dimensions of wellness. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help lead you down the road to bettering your wellness journey! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3NfI0h9

In this anatomy lesson, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the pectoral and latissimus dorsi muscles, most commonly referred to as simply, the pecs and lats. This episode focuses on defining these two muscles, best training practices to add strength, and many more insightful knowledge drops. School is in session on the “NASM-CPT Podcast!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3snhqLa

The big toe, which is sometimes called, the great toe, is an area which can suffer from a significant lack in range of motion. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey outlines several different assessments with the big toe, why, amongst other joints, it’s often overlooked, self-administered big toe techniques, and many more insightful pointers to help build your training repertoire. From head to (big) toe, Rick has you covered! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3FtVkM2

Pivoting in your personal training career can be tough to navigate, especially when deciding the best time to train outside of being an employee at a corporate gym. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey details seven objectives to consider before making the move, as well as shares several different experiences he encountered as he transitioned his training independently and further established his own personal brand in fitness training. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/37XFTzq

In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey deep dives into research done by the NASM Corrective Exercise Specialization on rounded head, forward shoulders, protraction – the upper crossed syndrome. He will explain the three types of patterns: upper crossed syndrome, lower crossed syndrome, and the layered syndrome, as well as many more interesting points taken from this study. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/37ZSWjZ

Sir Isaac Newton’s proposed First Law of Motion in 1687 famously said, ‘A body at rest tends to remain at rest. A body in motion tends to stay in motion.’ Seems straight-forward enough, right? In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey details the physical benefits from increased physical activity. So don’t sit back and miss your chance to greater understand why motion is lotion! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3ESGhew

Taking vacation as a personal trainer can be a slippery slope, and understandably so, since no one is paying you when you’re not working. However, unplugging from work, as well as life’s hurdles and speed bumps, is important for several reasons. In the episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey explores the mental struggle many in the fitness industry wrestle with when it comes to taking that much-needed vacation. He will also share a few of his personal experiences, how the memories made will be remembered much longer than the money spent, as well as cost-cutting ways to make your trips more affordable. Take the vacation! Don’t fall victim to this common “trainer trap.” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3vfkqLt

NASM Master Instructor and host Rick Richey details workout timelines and structure for people of all ages who are hoping to see increases in productivity, growth, or simply just maintenance in their fitness lives. In this episode Rick highlights these guidelines, which have been professionally researched and studied, for people of all ages. Whether a preschooler, adolescent, adult, or older adult the “NASM-CPT Podcast” has the answers to all your physical activity questions to help keep your body healthy and fit, regardless of your age in this encore presentation! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/39fOb6c

Ever wonder how your arm is kept in your shoulder socket? In this encore presentation, host Rick Richey gets you familiar with the group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, what some of the joint actions are, as well as what they do. Plus, a breakdown of the four rotator cuff muscles, and much more. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help answer any questions you may have when it comes to this area of the shoulder. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3ryIUNm

It’s time to dip back into Rick’s mailbag of questions to focus on this powerful neuromuscular assessment tool. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey details if activation is something which needs to be frequently varied, if it’s best if paired with specific workouts, and several other key breakdowns of this concept of activation. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3jEmBS9

Our functional anatomy series continues, this time focusing in on the trapezius, or simply, the trap muscle, that begins at the base of the neck, goes across the shoulders, and extends to the middle of the back. Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, details the attachment points, the joint actions for each of these muscles, some common causes of soreness in the traps, and many other useful tidbits of information help expand your knowledge base on this broad, flat muscle. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3uBaJX9

The greatest benefits from a workout aren’t from the workout itself, but the recovery period after the workout. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Jackson Corley, Incrediwear Holdings, Inc. Founder, discuss the science-based approach behind the project which leads to increased blood flow, how long it takes for the product to work, and Corley’s near-death experience which led him to the creation of the Incrediwear brand. Use the promo code "NASM20" to get 20% off your next Incrediwear purchase. https://incrediwear.com/pages/nasm-partnership The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3KwRgwx

In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey dips back into the mailbag to outline a checklist to assure your personal trainer fits the needs wanted from their services. He’ll deep dive into double checking trainer’s credentials, asking if your workout personalities fit or could clash at some point, navigating pricing, and a number of other key ingredients to note when deciding which is the best fit moving forward. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” put you mind at ease a bit when weighing these difficult options. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3LGGQuj

Certified Wellness Coach, and NASM-CPT, Darlene Marshall is bringing her expansive wellness knowledge to our NASM Podcast Network with her popular “Better Than Fine” weekly show which debuts on our platforms Wednesday, April 4, 2022. In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, and Marshall, explore a deep discussion on her background, passion for learning and understanding wellness and greater well-being, as well as when and how she started podcasting, and much more. Welcome to our team, Darlene -we are excited to have you! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3LFf4OH

Consistency is a key ingredient to many aspects of our lives, including fitness. In this episode, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, discusses a myriad of ways to help build greater consistency with your clients. He’ll explore different coaching steps like planning ahead, celebrating successes, prioritizing your top goals, and many more. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast” help set you up for success in your personal training journey! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3uzggwo

The life of a certified personal trainer is exhilarating, rewarding, and unique. But at times, like any career path, it can be overwhelming. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, Jayel Lewis, AFAA group fitness instructor, and long-time fitness consultant, discuss some of the more common burnout issues, ways to prevent these hurdles from re-occurring, coaching tips in dealing with client relationships, and much more. Get the real talk about how to avoid the same mistakes other fitness pros have made in the past! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3IREQ0h

This week’s functional anatomy lesson stretches your knowledge base on hamstrings. NASM host, and Master Instructor, Rick Richey details what the hamstrings are, their main purpose, how we can use them, and many other insightful details on what helps you walk, climb stairs, and many other movements with your legs. Get a better understanding of these three muscles in this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast.” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3wuyYYj

In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey defines linear vs. undulating periodization, as well as when and how you can change and implement the periodization. Let Rick drop some knowledge into your personal training memory bank in this insightful, and entertaining, monologue presentation. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3NcfSw3

Technology has made it even easier for us to monitor our fitness and sleep progress or, lack thereof. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey explores a detailed overview of fitness trackers, as well as how they can be useful to your training, and daily routines. He outlines the specific uses of the devices, the different price points, why some excel in one area but may not be suitable for other workout purposes, and many more insightful tips. The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3q7VeU3

This episode focuses specifically on the quadriceps group. Host Rick Richey deep dives into the naming history of this large muscle which covers the front and sides of the thigh, outlines examples of a correct quad stretch, explains the four parts which make up the quad, shares personal fitness stories and experiences with group, and much more! Your next functional anatomy session is now in progress, compliments of the “NASM-CPT Podcast!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/35XrQcf

It’s mailbag time on the “NASM-CPT Podcast.” In this episode, host Rick Richey deep dives into the fundamental differences between flexibility and mobility. The NASM Master Instructor will explain how these go hand-in-hand, but they are far from the same thing as explained in our NASM principles. Let the “NASM-CPT Podcast help you separate fact from fiction in this common fitness misconception! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3tIQFAm

Recently, host Rick Richey’s fitness passion has turned to running as a means of exercise and a way to lower his blood glucose. In this episode, Rick is joined by Joel Smith, owner of Just Fly Sports LLC, noted author, and former Strength and Conditioning Coach at California Berkeley. The two detail the intricacies of this constraints led approach, how that applies to personal trainers in the fitness industry, as well as a few running misconceptions, why less, sometimes, can be more, and a few other helpful tips. Get your training knowledge base off and running in this “NASM-CPT Podcast!” The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3sLGYlE

In this episode, the “NASM-CPT Podcast” functional anatomy series continues with an in-depth look at the tensor fasciae latae, commonly referred to as simply, the TFL muscle. Host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey details where the muscle is located, why the TFL is an additional hip flexor, a demonstration of how to feel the muscle, and much more. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge base on this important muscle that helps stabilize the hip and knee! The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the wellness world. Become an NASM Certified Wellness Coach and you’ll be able to guide and motivate clients to make lasting changes through mental and emotional well-being, recovery, and more. https://bit.ly/3vsxbT9