Coachable: Recent Episodes
Kevin Dineen
Join your host, Coach Kev Dineen, as he navigates entrepreneurship amongst NYC competition. You’ll discuss business, entrepreneurship, management, marketing and certainly, training.
In my 30th interview I chat with Andrew Coates, a fitness professional who has built an incredible reputation in the industry by consistently showing up and supporting others.
We covered:
- The importance of attending fitness conferences (beyond CEU’s)
- The value in consuming content from industry leaders
- Why Longevity is needed to create impact (He has a top rated podcast!)
- Value in sharing other people's work
- How he built lasting relationships with people in the fitness industry
One of the key takeaways is the idea of compound effects of relationships:
→ By continually showing up and supporting others, you can build strong relationships that can benefit you in the long run
→ We also touched on a big theme: it’s not about what you can get from others, but what you can give to them.
Lastly - Andrew's event!
The event will be in Edmonton, Canada and it features a killer lineup of speakers.
Here’s the link: https://www.evolvestrength.ca/business-and-coaching-conference/
I hope this is helpful!
What is TPI? Why is golf fitness so important? So many topics surrounding these questions and Coach Kev uncovers them all.
Loved this in-depth conversation with physical therapist Kyle Balzer.
The conversation revolves around Kyle Balzer’s background and what it’s like to be a physical therapist working with clients and other coaches or therapists.
Just a few talking points:
- How Kyle Balzer became interested in physical therapy while in PT school after listening to lectures by Larie Draper.
- How he was particularly drawn to Charlie Weingroff’s work because of his focus on the human body’s ability to adapt to stress and how to continue training people.
- How their practice differs from most insurance-based physical therapy practices.
- What Kyle believes the best physical therapists have in common
- Underrated: He also acknowledges the importance of communication and teamwork among healthcare providers.
- Kyle says it’s important to continue learning and growing as a physical therapist.
Episode 27 kicks off with Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, who specializes in obesity medicine. What is obesity, how to fight it, and the importance of a healthy lifestyle are covered in this interview in addition to:
- Why Spencer eventually chose obesity over orthopedic medicine
- How new the field of Obesity medicine is
- Who benefits the MOST from a new exercise routine
- The importance of small changes to significantly improve people’s health
- Weight loss as a springboard to be able to do more activities of daily living
- The importance of empathy for doctors and coaches
- Public health efforts - where should they focus?
- Myths about Gyms and intimidation
Radically honest Coach Aram joins me to chat about how he pivoted in the last 3 + years, what he's working on himself, and how he challenges clients to level up.
✅ What the best coaches have in common✅ Why a niche as a coach is so important✅ His own evolution as a coach✅ The role of long-form content in his career✅ The differences between in person clinical experience and virtual coaches✅ What most people ACTUALLY need to do (surprising)✅ What is JUNK volume?✅ How the industry has swung the pendulum (and where it is today)✅ Why everyone over 40 should probably stop using this tool✅ Sleep experiments gone rightI loved our conversation and hope every client gets a chance to listen to the practical advice Bryan has.I know you’ll enjoy!
This was a fun one - albeit shorter than usual - with Ali Gilbert. We broke down how some people can't get out of their own way in order to make progress, and what they need to do in order to do it. It's always a blast chatting with Ali and I think you'll love it.
Kevin Palmieri is a kindred spirit and we hit the ground running with this episode. We talked about leadership, his culture, growing a business and being open with teammates.
Sumit Seth, the founder of Naamly, joins me to chat about the service industry, his favorite books, relationship marketplaces, his favorite ways of learning, how he operates his business (*12 week year!) and much MUCH more.
We also broke down:
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his challenges in growing Naamly
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uncommon mindset hacks
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how he's growing within the fitness industry
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KPI's - both leading and lagging - for the fitness industry
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How the 'war is won twice'
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His plan to leave a legacy
Sumit is also a sponsor of the STL Fitness Conference and I cannot wait for you to meet him in person or on this podcast interview.
✅ What you can learn from bumper bowling and t-ball✅ Low cost & high value in person educational opportunity✅ Values over victories✅ Adapting your Continuing Education and Best practice strategies✅ How networking can change your career trajectory✅ A rising tide lifts all boats > scarcity mindset✅ What 99% of the Fitness Industry Doesn’t do (but should)✅ Why Reminders are More popular than ever ✅ How many meals the average person eats (and why it matters)✅ Frequency > sparinglyI think all entrepreneurs can identify with at least one of these bullet points and quotes. Which one resonates the most with you?
In this episode with Andrew Dettlebach and Katie Goss of Whealth we cover:
✅ How their initiation to injuries led them to physical therapy
✅ How important the pain is within the treatment puzzle
✅ How they had to start their business from scratch in 2020
✅ The meaning behind their company name
✅ How focusing less on sales boosted their business
✅ The Most polarizing topics in therapy and fitness fields
✅How they structure their day (they’re night owls!)
✅ Their current workout routine
✅ How they deal with criticism
✅ Why pelvic health continues to be an overlooked topic
And MUCH, much more!
This episode will break down✅ Why scarcity exists in the fitness industry✅ How she overcame self limiting beliefs✅ The pandemic boomerang✅ Three traits of successful trainers✅ How to balance energy as a trainer✅ The future of the most successful coach✅ Jill’s two types of business clients ✅ What’s better: followers or engagementAnd MUCH more
Tony pulls back the curtain on his current business model, the trainable menu, how he rehabbed his torn Achilles, and what he’s working on in his business and studio.
Amber joins us to talk about her start within the fitness industry, break down workout myths, how to conquer intimidation by applying those concepts, culture and how to curate it, and her ideal content schedule.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
✅ How pelvic health is more important than ever for athletic females
✅ How Sarah has learned from her own hypermobility and injuries
✅ How far pre and post natal training has come in the last ten years
✅ How specific lifting recommendations from doctors can be misleading
Plus much more!
Jim Ferris is my first repeat guest and for good reason: he’s constantly putting out A+ training programs, interns, client results and is a veteran in the field. If you want to have half as much success and fun in the personal training industry, Jim’s interview is a must listen.
Up until Tiger came along, the gym was the LAST place you’d find golfers, but now the PGA tour even has a gym on wheels for each tour stop. Join Coach Mike as we breakdown his journey from injured to swinging for the trees (straight, too!). You’ll love this and be able to apply his thoughts tomorrow.
Luka helps break down mentorships, marketing, owning two gyms, recommends some books and of course, is Coachable. Enjoy!
Plus specific action steps you can take today to get control of your health. We cover the specific blood tests you can ask for, why cardio is important, what the first 3 months of coaching look like, and why SHE has a coach.
“Better free stuff than others paid.” I love this expression and aim to do just that: give you a behind the curtain look at our programs and their purpose.
As I look back on the last 12 months, 8 lessons rose to the surface that have helped us last as a small business in an ever changing NYC brick and mortar landscape:
1) Adapt or die
2) ask for it / don't wait for it
3) We / me
4) Being Prepared
5) 3 Essential Traits for Successful Personal Trainers
6) What gets measured gets managed / what gets managed, gets changed!
7) Reflection / regrets
8) Reminded > taught.
March 2nd, 2021: Robinhood isn't just a movie anymore, in fact...it's a controversial trading platform. Why so controversial, and what in the world does it have to do with fitness?
Also, this is the first solocast - I break down the real reason Wall Street is slightly bothered by Robinhood and why trainers and nutritionists* don't sell you supplements before they ask you what your current 'portfolio' is.
*virtuous ones, at least.
Have you ever wondered if THAT is normal? Pelvic health conversations have been mostly hushed but a super important topic to surface. We interview Julia Rosenthal, who is a certified pelvic rehabilitation practitioner, pregnancy and postpartum coach, and orthopedic clinical specialist. Whether you’re an injured athlete, living with chronic pain, or experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, no injury, condition, symptom, or question is off-limits when you’re working with Julia. Find out more about her and her services at http://www.empowerpt.nyc, the Empower Physical Therapy Facebook page, or on Instagram: @juliarosenthaldpt.
Jim (@gymferris on Instagram) Ferris has been coaching athletes and the general population for quite some time - just passing 20 years. His scope and awareness of the industry, where it's been and where it's going, is a big part of our conversation. In addition, Jim has pivoted quite nicely to a different combination of revenue streams. We also break down his favorite cheesesteak in Philly, the best workout music, his passion for rowing, and a great opportunity to learn from him for younger coaches. Enjoy!
Ever wanted to know what it takes to consistently rank as one of the top 10 gyms in the US? Or train Cy Young winners? Or own multiple gyms? Or have successful internship programs? Go behind the scenes with a deep dive into Brick and mortar business with co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance, Pete Dupuis.
Meghan Steele, a leader at NetApp (publicly traded company), has trained with us for years. She recalls excellent stories about the importance of continuous growth, intellectual curiosity, her favorite books, and the role of candor in her organization. She’s also piqued at the role the pandemic has played in / on her team. A voracious note taker, we also dig into her morning routine (Alexa is involved) and the magical, productive hours before her workout.
Former Chief People Officer, Executive Recruiter and Executive Coach Laurie Rosenfield answers some tough questions. The humanization of work, role of community, what CAVU stands for, managing ego, and the role of the mentor are all covered in this fun episode.
Full disclosure: Jenel and I went to Canisius College together and have been friends ever since. We re-United in NYC after college and have been besties in training, books and continuing education ever since (I hired her at Equinox). She’s now an actress and stuntwoman and in such blockbuster movies like Black Panther, Infinity War and Endgame.