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This episode delves into the critical connection between gut health and fitness with Nutritional Therapist, Atavia Minoudis who specializes in gut health. Atavia's Links:Podcast: Gut Reactions IG: htt…

This episode delves …

This episode delves into the critical connection between gut health and fitness with Nutritional Therapist, Atavia Minoudis who specializes in gut health. Atavia's Links:Podcast: Gut Reactions IG: https://www.instagram.com/atavia.minoudis/Dr. Parker's Links:Website: www.doctordarianparker.comDr. Parker's Affiliate - Stick MobilityGet your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link or copy to your browser https://stickmobi…

Alison Katschkowsky is a veteran swimmer and lifelong fitness enthusiast—first as a competitive swimmer and then a bodybuilding career before beginning her business. An established fitness expert an…

Alison Katschkowsky …

Alison Katschkowsky is a veteran swimmer and lifelong fitness enthusiast—first as a competitive swimmer and then a bodybuilding career before beginning her business. An established fitness expert and coach for 30+ years, in the health, fitness and Coaching industry—she’s helped thousands of people and groups achieve fitness and longevity goals. Alison owns CU Fitness-a health and fitness ‘hybrid’ business—where she has most recently pivoted more to serving more business owners, leaders, and influencers in the health, fitness, wellness and health care spaces to help them innovate an…

In this episode, we delve into the world of fitness mentorship with a focus on the Fitness Mentor Network. Our guest, Aaron Wyant, discusses his passion for mentorship, inspired by his own career and …

In this episode, we …

In this episode, we delve into the world of fitness mentorship with a focus on the Fitness Mentor Network. Our guest, Aaron Wyant, discusses his passion for mentorship, inspired by his own career and past mentors. He sheds light on the informal nature of career development in the fitness industry and the importance of perseverance. The discussion includes reflections on how the pandemic impacted the industry, leading to creative pivots and the rise of virtual training. We explore the challenges and distrust within the industry, emphasizing the need for collaboration and the potential for mento…

In this episode, fitness professional, Laura Dow, shares her deep-rooted passion for mentorship, stemming from her background as an educator and musician. She reflects on the importance of collaborati…

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In this episode, fitness professional, Laura Dow, shares her deep-rooted passion for mentorship, stemming from her background as an educator and musician. She reflects on the importance of collaboration and support in the fitness industry, highlighting her experiences with mentors who shaped her journey. Discussing the high attrition rates and Burnout in the field, Laura underscores the significance of the fitness mentor network.Laura Dow is a Master Trainer and Yoga Teacher who works exclusively with older adults, helping maintain and improve their movement and mobility, activity, level and o…

Waihon is from Malaysia but now works and lives in St Paul, MN with his wife. He is an educator and wellness coach. He works primarily with new immigrants in Minnesota and travels back to Malaysia 2-3…

Waihon is from Malay…

Waihon is from Malaysia but now works and lives in St Paul, MN with his wife. He is an educator and wellness coach. He works primarily with new immigrants in Minnesota and travels back to Malaysia 2-3x a year to conduct education & wellness workshops for schools, coaches and community. He had taught at the K-12 as well as college level in Malaysia and Minnesota. Waihon is awarded the Distinguished Alumni of Last Decade by his alma mater in 2023 (Winona State University, MN), where he obtained his B Sc and M Sc. He’s a certified personal trainer (NASM) and a former Malaysia long jumper. H…

Jennifer Dawkins is a Tattoo Artist, Cosmetologist/Esthetician and Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor.Jennifer's Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metamorphosis_by_jen?igsh=bW…

Jennifer Dawkins is …

Jennifer Dawkins is a Tattoo Artist, Cosmetologist/Esthetician and Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor.Jennifer's Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metamorphosis_by_jen?igsh=bWd4d2g1Z2w3YjNtTime Stamps:00:00 Introduction: Beauty, Fitness, and Wellness 00:26 The Foundation of Beauty: Fitness and Self-Care 01:26 Body Modification: Beyond Tattoos and Piercings 02:48 Mindset Training: Overcoming Barriers 04:08 A Holistic Approach: Combining Skills for Client Success 04:34 Personal Stories: Transformations and Friendships 06:34 The Future of Fitness and Cosmetolo…

The project team from the soon to be launched Fitness Mentor Network, came on The Far Side of Fitness to discuss why a nationwide mentorship program hasn't come to fruition in the past, why this time …

The project team fro…

The project team from the soon to be launched Fitness Mentor Network, came on The Far Side of Fitness to discuss why a nationwide mentorship program hasn't come to fruition in the past, why this time it will work and a call to action to our fitness and well-being colleagues to advocate for a better industry.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction and the State of the Fitness Industry 00:39 The Importance of Mentorship in Fitness 00:46 Meet the Team: Debbie and Erin 1:04 Personal Stories and the Birth of the Mentorship Program 02:18 Challenges and Realities of the Fitness Industry 05:18 Debb…

In this episode, Allison Jackson shares her transformative journey from a decade-long bodybuilding Lifestyle to adopting a more balanced approach to health and fitness. She opens up about her experien…

In this episode, All…

In this episode, Allison Jackson shares her transformative journey from a decade-long bodybuilding lifestyle to adopting a more balanced approach to health and fitness. She opens up about her experiences with extreme fitness, the physical and mental toll it took on her, and the pivotal moments that inspired her shift towards focusing on overall well-being and mindfulness.Allison's Links:www.allisonjacksonfitness.com FB, IG - @allisonjacksonfitness LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonrjackson/Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to My Fitness Journey 00:47 The Bodybuilding Phase 02:16…

In this episode, we explore Kate's transformative journey from an 'angry vegan' to leading with love and compassion. Kate shares personal stories, including the strained relationship with her father a…

In this episode, we …

In this episode, we explore Kate's transformative journey from an 'angry vegan' to leading with love and compassion. Kate shares personal stories, including the strained relationship with her father and the profound impact of her mother's sudden death, which redirected her approach to activism. Through anecdotes from her experience as a personal trainer and an animal rights advocate, Kate highlights the importance of empathy and respect in persuasive communication. Kate's Links:Website: www.strongbodygreenplanet.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-healthification-podc…

In this episode, the discussion revolves around Velocity Based Training (VBT) and its application beyond athletic settings to benefit general exercisers. Conor Gettemy, the Director of Sports Performa…

In this episode, the…

In this episode, the discussion revolves around Velocity Based Training (VBT) and its application beyond athletic settings to benefit general exercisers. Conor Gettemy, the Director of Sports Performance at Flagler College, provides an in-depth look at VBT's core principles: eliciting specific training adaptations, auto-regulation to optimize readiness, and the importance of immediate feedback and driving intent.Connor's Links: Instagram - @gettstrongperformance Website - www.gettstrongperformance.comDr. D's Links: www.doctordarianparker.comDr. D's Affiliate: Stick Mobility Get your fle…

Janet McConnell is a renowned health and fitness expert with over 20 years of experience, specializing in the powerful link between strength training and cognitive health. As a certified fitness coach…

Janet McConnell is a…

Janet McConnell is a renowned health and fitness expert with over 20 years of experience, specializing in the powerful link between strength training and cognitive health. As a certified fitness coach through the American College of Sports Medicine and a North American National Champion in IFBB Figure and Physique competitions for the 50+ and 60+ divisions, Janet embodies the essence of proactive, healthy Aging. Her innovative focus on brain health through resistance training offers a fresh perspective, emphasizing Alzheimer's prevention, Stress reduction, and resilience. Janet's holistic appr…

Former Men's Health Editor, Peter Moore, talks about how men view their bodies as they age, what he learned in his own health journey and more!Peter Moore is the former editor of Men's Health Magaz…

Former Men's Health …

Former Men's Health Editor, Peter Moore, talks about how men view their bodies as they age, what he learned in his own health journey and more!Peter Moore is the former editor of Men's Health Magazine and BACKPACKER, and he currently works as a columnist/cartoonist for the Colorado Sun, and contributes commentaries and animations to Front Range NPR.Peter's Links: https://https://coloradosun.com/author/peter-moore/ www.kunc.org/peter-moore https://www.backpacker.com/byline/peter-moore/ https://www.menshealth.com/author/210338/peter-moore/ petermoore.substack.comDarian's Links: www.doc…

Our certifications and traditional formal educational pathways tell us to do physiological assessments with our clients, but what if that is no longer the right thing to do? Christin Everson comes on …

Our certifications a…

Our certifications and traditional formal educational pathways tell us to do physiological assessments with our clients, but what if that is no longer the right thing to do? Christin Everson comes on the Far Side of Fitness to discuss this alternative view on conducting physiological assessments for personal training clients. Christin owns a fitness consulting and education business serving fitness businesses, recreation organizations, and their fitness professionals. Her work helps to redefine the fitness experience for new and returning exercisers by helping fitness professionals provide exe…

Maybe you have heard this question in the title of this podcast from a woman who has lit up the internet impersonating her German grandmother. Funny stuff for sure! It got me thinking about something …

Maybe you have heard…

Maybe you have heard this question in the title of this podcast from a woman who has lit up the internet impersonating her German grandmother. Funny stuff for sure! It got me thinking about something we don't talk about enough as fitness professionals, which is the Entertainment value of our work with people. Ask yourself this question...do your clients find you interesting? Do they dread coming to your sessions not because of your Exercise knowledge, but because you present a boring experience and they just aren't interested in spending time with you? Digest those questions while you listen/…

The sludge machine is part of all of our lives, but it is particularly insidious and an obstacle that both clients and service providers have to navigate. So how do we do it? Listen, watch and learn. …

The sludge machine i…

The sludge machine is part of all of our lives, but it is particularly insidious and an obstacle that both clients and service providers have to navigate. So how do we do it? Listen, watch and learn.Dr. D's Links:www.doctordarianparker.comDr. D's Affiliate: Stick MobilityGet your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1…

In this episode of The Far Side of Fitness I sit down with award winning fitness professional Ingrid Knight-Cohee. We get into all things Group Fitness and why should be marketing fitness classes and …

In this episode of T…

In this episode of The Far Side of Fitness I sit down with award winning fitness professional Ingrid Knight-Cohee. We get into all things Group Fitness and why should be marketing fitness classes and fitness in general in a very different way! Ingrid is a thought leader and sought after presenter with an expertise in fitness programming, management, and leadership. She was recently recognized as the 2024 IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year, representing excellence in fitness leadership and unparalleled Innovation. At the helm of fitness programming for Fitness World Canada, Ingrid oversees 150+ f…

In this episode of The Far Side of Fitness I break down the Anatomy of a Personal Training session because well...I never hear any trainers talk about the mechanics of their training sessions. So, I a…

In this episode of T…

In this episode of The Far Side of Fitness I break down the Anatomy of a Personal Training session because well...I never hear any trainers talk about the mechanics of their training sessions. So, I am sharing how I conduct my session with 6 points that may surprise you!Dr. Darian's Links: www.doctordarianparker.com

In today's episode I chat with Dr. Supatra Tovar. We discuss how gym culture and Diet culture are the same forms of extremism and how they both are anti-environmental in their current forms. As one o…

In today's episode I…

In today's episode I chat with Dr. Supatra Tovar. We discuss how gym culture and diet culture are the same forms of extremism and how they both are anti-environmental in their current forms. As one of the only clinical psychologists who is also a registered dietitian and certified fitness expert, Dr. Tovar teaches clients how to use research-based techniques in behavioral psychology, nutritional science, and exercise kinesiology to overcome complex challenges. She harnesses the different disciplines of her unique background to show her clients how small modifications to daily habits can trans…