Trainer Talk

Trainer Talk; ep 7 - The Big Three

Grant and Colin discussed the benefits of the Big 3 exercises, emphasizing their compound nature, time efficiency, and effectiveness in developing lower body strength and athleticism. They also stressed the importance of proper technique to prevent injury. The duo then moved on to discuss the specifics of the techniques for each exercise, highlighting the importance of maintaining tension during squats, engaging shoulder and back muscles during bench presses, and bracing and slack pulling during deadlifts. They encouraged listeners to master basic movements before progressing to more complex techniques, and to train to near failure to stimulate muscle growth.

Trainer Talk; ep. 6 - Elevate Community w/ Austin Espeseth

The meeting discussed the evolution and impact of the Elevate community, focusing on Austin's journey from a fitness coach to community manager. The conversation highlighted the community's transformation from fitness-focused to faith-based, attracting a wider audience. The challenges of establishing a fitness coaching business and Austin's personal struggle with a genetic condition that affects his fitness journey were also discussed. The meeting concluded on a positive note, with Austin expressing enthusiasm for what 2024 holds for their community.

Trainer Talk; ep5 - Tech to Fitness w/ Colin Matson

Grant, Colin Senn, & Colin Matson discussed Colin M's transition from the tech industry to a fitness coaching business. They touched on the challenges of balancing a full-time job with a side hustle, the benefits of having a stable job while pursuing a passion project, and the importance of starting small and allowing a passion project to evolve naturally. The conversation also emphasized the value of prioritizing fitness and health, and strategies for maintaining fitness routines during periods of life disruption.

Trainer Talk; ep4 - Building Your Online Business w/ Rob Riker

The podcast episode featured Rob Rikert, an online coach who shared his approach to building an online coaching business and how he helps his clients reach their financial goals. The discussion highlighted the similarities between fitness and business coaching, with Rob emphasizing the importance of developing a muscle-building habit for entrepreneurial success. The episode also covered Rob's journey into entrepreneurship, the challenges of personalized coaching in fitness, the importance of habit building in achieving business goals, and the role of confidence in sales and program offerings.

Trainer Talk; ep3 - Nutrition Tree

Grant and Colin discussed the nutritional hierarchy for fitness goals, criticizing the traditional food pyramid and emphasizing the significance of protein intake. They also stressed the role of calories in weight management and the importance of understanding nutritional principles. The concept of basal metabolic rate and total daily energy expenditure was also discussed, with the importance of daily calorie intake and deficit for weight management highlighted. The importance of calorie and macro-nutrient intake for achieving fitness goals was emphasized, with a focus on protein-rich, calorie-dense foods. The duo also acknowledged the challenges of accurately tracking macronutrient intake and suggested using apps like MyFitnessPal. They discussed the benefits of protein and carbohydrates in their clients' diets and touched on the role of fats in a diet. The misconceptions about fats and their role in a healthy diet were discussed, with a focus on mono and saturated fats. The importance of getting the macros and micronutrients right, as well as meal timing, were also discussed. The benefits of supplements, focusing on protein powders and creatine, were mentioned, with an emphasis on knowing the ingredients and calories of supplements to ensure they are healthy and effective