The Rachel Holmes Podcast Show: Recent Episodes
Rachel Holmes interviews the worlds most prolific fitness leaders.
Top Fitness presenter, entrepreneur & Kick Start Fat Loss Owner Rachel Holmes interviews the worlds most prolific Fitness Professionals & Business Owners. Weekly Fitness, Nutrition, Training, Marketing and Business Chat with Rachel. Every show is jam packed with the most inspiring & motivating content, it's a gold mine resource for fitness professionals, personal trainers & everyone interested in health & fitness.
Since moving to Australia in 2007, Claire has reinvented herself as a leader in the fitness industry. A powerhouse in the pool and a master of mindful movement, she brings together science, spirit, and splash to create truly transformative aquatic experiences. With a passion for Pilates and Yoga, Claire reimagines traditional practices into buoyant, intelligent workouts that move the body and uplift the mind. More than just an instructor, she’s an educator — designing programs with purpose, crafting cueing with care, and diving deep into the science of breath and biomechanics. Her mission? To inspire a new generation of instructors who lead with intention, precision, and heart.
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How Group Fitness Instructors Can Thrive in 2025: New Business Models with Rachel Holmes
PODCAST DESCRIPTION: In this episode, I join Jono Petrohilos, Co-Founder of Fitness Education Online, to discuss the exciting evolution of group fitness and how instructors can step into their power as entrepreneurial FitPros.
We explore my ideas of a new business model for group fitness professionals — the HYBRID Business - one that goes beyond the studio and opens up opportunities in digital delivery, events, niche programming, and brand-building.
We chat about
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Why the traditional group fitness model is changing — and fast
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How instructors can transition from employee to entrepreneur
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Building your own brand with classes, online programmes, and events
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Using digital tools to automation to scale your business while staying personal
This episode is packed with ideas, mindset shifts, and practical steps for instructors ready to take control of their income and impact.
Tune in and let’s talk about the next chapter in group fitness!
The New Group Fitness Reality: Rachel Holmes on What's Dying, What's Thriving, and Why
Rachel Holmes has been at the forefront of group fitness for 35+ years, transforming the careers of over 10,000 instructors. In this candid conversation, Will Brereton and Rachel dive into the major shifts highlighted in the Triple Threat Series that sparked massive debate in Rachel's community.
Today on the podcast, Rachel Holmes shares her expert perspective on the evolution of pre-choreography, the transformation of instructor education, the unstoppable rise of Pilates, and practical strategies for navigating music licensing challenges in 2025 and beyond!
Enjoy the episode!
Highlights: Here's a glance at this episode...
- (00:00) Introduction to Rachel Holmes' extensive background in fitness
- (02:30) The Triple Threat Series debate and pre-choreography evolution (05:45) The distinction between individual class success and industry trends
- (12:00) How instructor education has transformed to modular, online learning
- (19:00) The Pilates revolution and why Rachel believes it's overtaking yoga
- (27:00) Music licensing realities and their impact on instructor income
- (33:00) Strategies for instructors to maintain "periphery vision" for trends
- (36:00) Discussion of SH1FT's SkillSync program for experienced instructors
- (38:00) Future opportunities for instructors who can adapt to industry changes
Links and References mentioned in this episode:
- Pure Energy Music - Rights-included music solution for fitness professionals
- SH1FT SkillSync Program - Cross-certify with your existing qualifications
- Triple Threat Series - The industry trends sparking conversation
The Rachel Holmes Podcast – New Episode Out Now!
In this episode, Rachel sits down with Teresa Wheatley, Director at FitPro, to talk all things FitPro LIVE 2025, the highly anticipated event taking place in London this summer.
Together, they dive into what makes this year’s event bigger and better than ever – from the exciting new venue and cutting-edge presentations to the practical sessions, and networking opportunities designed for fitness professionals at every stage of their journey.
Teresa shares exclusive insights into the event line-up, including keynote speakers, trending topics in the industry, and how the event has evolved post-pandemic to support instructors in a hybrid world. If you’re teaching face-to-face, online, or doing both – you’ll want to hear what’s planned! Rachel and Teresa also reflect on the role of ongoing education, industry standards, and what instructors really need right now to thrive in 2025 and beyond.
Whether you’re a newly qualified FitPro or a seasoned presenter, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most exciting industry events of the year — and why you need to be there.
Let us know what you think – and if you’re attending, tag us on socials!
Exciting News… The Rachel Holmes Podcast is BACK!
It’s hard to believe, but this podcast has been going for 8 years (on and off!). Like I always say—it’s all about consistency… and I’m finally taking my own advice!
Podcasts are a big part of my life—they get me through long car journeys, tedious house chores, cleaning, folding laundry… I’ve always got one playing! And of course, it seems like everyone has a podcast these days. But today is a special one… I’m finally recording an episode I’ve wanted to do for over 6 months, and I couldn’t be more excited! I’ll be chatting with the incredible Rachel Hubbard—
Exercise & Menopause Specialist
Pilates Coach & Back Care Tutor
CIMSPA Training Provider & YMCA Technical Advisor
Motivational Speaker & Leading Expert in Women’s Health Rachel also co-wrote the brand-new Level 3 Menopause Practitioner Course that we proudly deliver, and I can’t wait to dive into all things menopause, fitness, and changing perceptions around women’s health! Check it out like and subscribe!
Today, I’m chatting with the inspiring Jacqueline Hooton! Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of speaking at Jacqueline’s WIFE event, and I absolutely loved the energy and concept—empowering women and giving them a voice in fitness.
I admire the incredible work she’s doing, so let’s get to know Jacqueline in today’s podcast. She’s a true role model in the industry, and I guarantee you’ll leave this conversation feeling empowered and inspired!
📖 Check out the book Strong: The Definitive Guide to Active Ageing—a must-read on supporting healthier ageing for women.
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I’m loving these interviews with incredible women and the amazing feedback from listeners! If there’s someone you think should be a guest on the show, drop your suggestions in the comments.
For business insights, head over to Choreographytogo.com/business, and I’ll send you a wealth of webinars and resources to help you and your fitness business thrive.
Let’s dive in! 🎧✨
Join Rachel Holmes and Joanne Groves for a wide-ranging conversation on everything group fitness and PT in 2024 and beyond. !
We’re diving into:
PT & Group Fitness trends from the USA
The importance of not taking yourself too seriously on social media
The power of research and critical thinking in the fitness industry
I think you’ll love this chat Jo and I had! We always welcome your feedback.
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Podcast on Mental Health Awareness Day with Special Guest Chris Tuck
Trauma and The Role It Plays on Mental & Physical Health
Chris Tuck is an influential advocate in the campaign against childhood abuse, with a remarkable journey and a significant impact in various spheres.
Policy development / Legislative change
As a former member of the Victim and Survivor Consultative Panel (VSCP) for the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA), Chris has been a vital voice. The VSCP, established in 2015, consisted of members with lived experiences of child sexual abuse, bringing a wealth of experience across fields like health, education, and social work/care.
They contributed to strategy, research, and policy developments at ARU (Anglia Ruskin University), enhancing the work in consultation and collaboration, knowledge exchange, and research and practice development.
In her role with the VSCP, Chris has been an advisor to the Inquiry, influencing policies and practices to support survivors. Her professional journey is characterised by her shift from a 20-year career as a Chartered Management Accountant to a trauma-informed health and wellness practitioner.
Chris's lived experience of child abuse (all forms) and neglect; growing up in three domestic violent households informs her work. She established her own community ftness business in 2003 and founded the charity Survivors of aBuse (SOB) in 2016.
Chris's psycho-educational Breaking The Cycle
C.L.E.A.N.E.R
Living Therapy Programme empowers individuals to recover from trauma and reach their full potential.
Chris's work also extends to media, where she is an active campaigner, speaker, and commentator. She raises awareness of the effects of child abuse on an individuals' mental, emotional, and physical health.
As an author, her book ‘Through the Eyes of a Child’ documents her lived experiences and those of her siblings, with profits supporting her charity. She also authored ‘Parenting Without Tears’ and the C.L.E.A.N.E.R.
Living Health and Wellness Therapy book.
Her role in the VSCP took her across England and Wales, engaging with stakeholders, speaking at events, and appearing on TV and radio.
Chris Tuck's extensive experience as a motivational keynote speaker, her expertise in trauma, abuse, and recovery, and her role in lobbying on child sexual abuse at senior government and corporate levels have made her a powerful and authentic voice in this field.
She has hosted her own radio show, co-hosts a weekly podcast, and creates social media awareness campaigns around child sexual abuse and exploitation. Her efforts consistently focus on connecting, communicating, and creating positive, long-lasting change.
For more detailed insights into Chris Tuck's work and her contributions to the VSCP, visit her professional website at Chris Tuck Motivational Speaker and Trainer, and for a comprehensive understanding of the VSCP's role in the IICSA, refer to the IICSA's VSCP page and the Anglia Ruskin University's description of the VSCP.
1)www.christuckmotivationalspeakerandtrainer.co.uk
2)www.westwickhamfitness.com
3) www.survivorsofabuse.org.uk
Social Media : christuck_wwhf
🎙️ New Podcast Episode: Navigating Hormone Health with Functional Medicine with Donna Barleycorn of the Barleycorn Clinic
Join me as I sit down with a leading Functional Medicine Practitioner Donna Barleycorn of the Barleycorn Clinic to discuss the importance of personalised testing for menopausal women. In this episode, we dive deep into the DUTCH Test, a comprehensive hormone test that provides a clear picture of how your body is handling hormone production and metabolism during menopause.
We’ll explore:
- 🧪 What the DUTCH Test is and why it's becoming a go-to tool for menopausal women.
- 🧘 How this test helps women understand their hormone health better than traditional blood tests.
- 🩺 Practical tips on how to take charge of your health and support your body through menopause.
- 🌿 How functional medicine focuses on treating the root causes of symptoms rather than just the symptoms themselves.
Whether you're already in menopause or want to prepare for the future, this episode is packed with valuable insights for improving your health through targeted testing and a personalised approach.
The Barleycorn Clinic supports women 1:1 in their hormone and health journey specialising in hormone imbalances - peri-menopause, menopause, adrenal health and gut health. We are experts in DUTCH hormone testing alongside other leading lab tests.
https://www.barleycornclinic.com/hormone-and-dutch-tests
We are experienced in Functional Medicine with Advanced Lab Test Analysis with a Conventional Medicine background empowering our clients to reclaim their health, hormones and wellbeing.
Reach out to the Barleycorn Clinic for more info on Dutch Hormone Testing
Hormone and Dutch Tests | Barleycorn Clinic
The Power of Better Breathing
Today’s conversation is vital as we explore the power of nasal breathing, particularly for children and menopausal women. I’m joined by Charlotte Marsh, a Pilates teacher, Buteyko Breathing coach, and author of the Susie Sloth Pilates Activity Book for Children, and Dr. Louise Oliver, a GP, Functional Breathing Practitioner, and Therapeutic Life Coach.
This is a fascinating and informative discussion, and I would love to hear your feedback!
Notes
Dr Louise Olivers Website and Blog https://www.drlouiseolivertherapeuticlifecoaching.com/
Charlotte Marsh The benefits of Better Breathing https://www.benefitsofbetterbreathing.co.uk/contact
This is such an interesting eposide with the inspiring Melanie of www.tillettsclothing.co.uk Mum/Entrepreneur & Director at Multi Award Winning Tilletts Clothing !
Established in 2006, Tilletts are an independent family owned business providing quality clothes at affordable prices for the every woman.
Melanie tells us all about her journey and we really hope you enjoy ... please leave your comments/ questions, like and subscribe!
Meet Karen Gibson who created Soulsa and last weekend launched the new Fitness event FitUps and the Heart and Soul Awards, this is a great chat catching up on the massive success of the weekend and I can't wait to share this with you,
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In this episode I talk about how you can plan and create amazing coaching programmes in a Whats app group that will help you with cash flow and build your online !
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Today myself and Kelly chat all about the launch of our new qualifications and go in depth on the new Level 2 Chair Based Qualification!
We can't wait to launch this on 18th July 2024, if you are interested pop us a comment for info.
The Rachel Holmes Podcast Show with Amanda Creator of Wild Legs Activewear
In today's episode we delve into how Amanda started her fitness business and the hugely successful Wild Legs brand. This is such an interesting chat make sure you listen today, like subscribe and comment!
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Do ypu watch your podcasts on Youtube or do you listen to them while multi tasking?
That is the question I posted today on my Facebook Page and the answers inspired me to get crackng and create new content for the pod......so who would you like to hear/see me interview and what would you enjoy listening to.....
Let me know I am all ears!
In today's episode me and Vicki chat about her business in helping Fitness Pros with all their admin needs!
Here is a little about Vicki:
I am Vicki Wilson, I am here to help you with all the admin jobs as a small business owner. Those jobs you hate doing but know they need to be done such as posting on your business facebook page, sending out invoices to clients
https://www.facebook.com/VickiAdminFairy2021
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🚀 LAUNCHING The BRAND NEW Fitness Pilates Corrective Exercise Specialist & Pain Management 🚀 Join the Live Training and Full Course on THURSDAY, January 25th! 🗓️
✨ What you'll learn: * Understand the basic muscular skeletal imbalances and how to use Fitness Pilates exercises to offset these imbalances. * Assessment and movement screens. * Mobility exercises and drills. * How To Utilise Stretch techniques with Mobility exercises. * The new Fitness Pilates biomechanics system. * Courses notes, manual and slides plus extra supporting videos
🌟 Don't miss out on our discount
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We chat group fitness costs, TRX and how to set up !
We love to hear from you so please get in touch and leave a comment, don't forget to subscribe!
The Rachel Holmes Podcast Show with Special Guest Gill Cummings-Bell CEO of EMDUK
Gill started as CEO for EMD UK, The National Governing Body for Group Exercise, in January 2023.
Listen as we have a great chat about Gill’s background, as well as the past and the future of Group Exercise.
Learn all about EMD and the benefits to the Group Ex teacher and growth in 2024.
Learn more about EMD UK here: https://emduk.org/
Who are EMD UK?
“As the national governing body for group exercise we are dedicated to achieving our vision of healthier communities through group exercise. We work with instructors, operators and organisations across the sector to provide help, support and advice and to ensure that group exercise continues to inspire people of all ages and abilities to take part in physical activity.”
And please leave your comments and questions we love to hear from you!
Sam James runs InclusFIT and is an experienced award winning fitness instructor, Personal Trainer and a UK Disability Fitness Expert.
I loved catching up with Sam who is a true pioneer in the industry. Listen in today to Sam's story and leave your thoughts and comments below we love to hear from you!
Listen to Rachel and Lucy chat about mental health and group exercise including breaking down stigma and mental health barriers to physical activity 🧡 Take a listen 🫶 if you have time i would love to hear what you think- comment below
Check out Lucy's Decades Reloaded: www.decadesreloadedfitness.com
Podcast with Marvin Burton TRX Customer Experience Manager Part 2
I loved having Marvin Burton on the podcast SO much that we are back with Part 2!
Marvin shares more wonderful insight into how to improve your customer experience in fitness.
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Podcast with Marvin Burton TRX Customer Experience Manager
I loved having Marvin Burton on the podcast who shares some wonderful insight into how to improve your customer experience in fitness.
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Jayne and Rachel talk about the new social media platform Threads - is this all a bit of a smoke screen or is it really worth yout time and effort?
Trust in Jayne and Rachel to give you the juice on all things THREADS!!
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I Launched A New Business Part 1
I share with you the new business I launched last week, the tech issues that we overcame and plans for the future.
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Fitness Pilates Interview with Tina Kaponi
Fitness Pilates Interview with Tina Kaponi who trained to teach with us during lockdown, hear all about her classes now, how Fitness Pilates slotted into her timetable and how she found the training course.
Find out more about our Fitness Pilates Training Course at www.choreographytogo.com
Our next training dates are as follows:
22nd June 2023 Summer School 1 day special
21st July 2023 Summer School 1 day special
16/17th September 2 day training course
All of our courses run online via live Zoom training days combined with an online learning dashboard.
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Rachel Holmes and Kelly Reed are back Live with the C2GO UK Fitness Tour
Listen to Rachel and Kelly chat all about their upcoming live tour, their first live fitness events together since lockdown.
C2GO Tour Bannatyne Sutton Coldfield Birmingham 11 June Click here
C2GO Guildford Spectrum 17 June Click here
C2GO Manchester Waterside 16 July Click Here
Here is the timetable:
Seniors Strong™ with Rachel
Flex with Kelly
Lift Lean™ Bodyweight with Kelly
The Menofit™ Manifesto Talk with Rachel
Break
Cardio Funk 80’s with Rachel
Crunchless Core with Rachel
Fitness Pilates with Kelly
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Why Live Events are important for the UK Fitness Industry chat with Rachel Holmes
The C2G0 Instructor Choreography and Class Content TOUR 2023
We are back on the road with a 5 hour Workshops for Fitpros and Fitness Enthusiasts alike.
Support your local events, meet up with Facebook Fitness Friends, network, get ideas, feel inspired:
- New class ideas and content.
- Suitable for all Group Fitness Teachers
- Be INSPIRED and do something for you.
- New ideas and join in the LIVE workshop experience
- 30 minute Express sessions.
Timetable for the day:
Seniors Strong™ with Rachel
New choreography and functional training ideas for Active Seniors.
Flex Mobility with Kelly
30 Minute Full Body Mobility to improve joint range and function.
Lift Lean™ Bodyweight with Kelly
Using body weight and functional training exercises and sequences for an innovative strength and conditioning session.
The Menofit™ Manifesto Talk with Rachel
10 Tips To Improve Menopausal Symptoms, Improve health, well-being and nutrition.
Cardio Funk 80’s with Rachel
Low impact funk verse chorus using your favourite late 80’s funk tracks.
Crunchless Core with Kelly
Explore a new 30 minute Core workout using functional training and body weight. TONS of takeaway ideas.
Walkfit™ with Rachel
The Workout EVERYONE Can do
Fitness Pilates with Kelly.
Round of the day with a Fitness Pilates Flow Express with Kelly.
Venues:
Bannatynes Sutton Coldfield 12pm Sunday 11th June
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Guildford Spectrum 130pm Saturday 17th June
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Manchester Waterside Hotel 12pm Saturday 15th July
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You are NEVER too old to train to become a Pilates teacher. The UK has 66 million people in the UK and only a small percentage are exercising regularly. Pilates classes are in high demand around the UK.
Here are the details of the course we have coming up for the Level 3 Pilates Diploma:
Level 3 Pilates 19/20/21 May
Level 3 Pilates 7/8/9 July
Level 3 pilates 8/9/10 September
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Today I am interviewing the legend that is Stuart Harrop for the podcast.... we covered everything from where he started to where he is now and the future! This is such an interesting podcast reminiscing with this Fitness Industry Legend.. don't miss it! Don't forget to like and subscibe and leave your comments and questions for us.
Welcome to my podcast episode I’m sharing with you an amazingly positive conversation with Teresa Wheatley FitPro Head of Marketing and Education, about the UK Fitness Industry and even after 30+ years of us both being involved, how optimistic and positive we feel the future of Group Exercise is.
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The Balance Pods are taking the fitness world by storm and they are a wonderful addition to your body conditioning, LBT, and Strength & Conditioning classes for all abilities and levels.
Join Kelly for the very first Balance Pods For Body Conditioning Certification course.
Kelly will be covering:
Stability & Mobility using the Balance Pods Correct alignment
*Strength & Balance Training Exercises for Legs
*Strength & Balance Training Exercise for Upper Body
Strength & Balance Training Exercise for Core Balance training for all ages and abilities. Adapting for special populations and medical conditions. Adapting for advanced and athletic-style classes. Class content choreography and class planning. Certificate Attendance
Prerequisite Level 2 Gym, ETM or Fitness Instructor or equivalent
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Rachel Holmes Podcast Show with Special Guests Claire and Deb from Amazing Jane Activewear
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Who are Amazing Jane?
Amazing Jane Activewear, creates clothing to build confidence in women, supporting them to lead more active lives.
Amazing Jane Activewear, creates clothing to build confidence in women, supporting them to lead more active lives. From personal safety, to improved self-esteem; we create clothing with your body in mind. Amazing Jane Activewear is designed to make you comfortable, and confident.
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Dominique Parlatt is the creator and owner and Warriors Fitness classes in Alfreton, Derbyshire. She is a trail blazer and has created an amazing community and brand. Check out my conversation with Dom as we discussed how she got into teaching fitness, how she built her brand and the her vision for the future.
It’s an inspiring conversation that Im excited to share with you.
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This is a talk I did for the Amazing Jane Community on Menopause Health and Fitness Tips. It’s a general overview of how to reframe your approach to health and fitness if you are Peri to Post Menopause.
Let me know any questions you have and Ill answer them on my social media or in the next podcast.
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In today's podcast I chat with Sound Dynamics Stuart Wilkinson on how he started the company, how he has grown and evolved the company in an ever changing retail landscape. Stuart and I discuss community classes and how it is important for Community class to teaches to step up and be visible during a recession and stay focussed on marketing and the customer experience.
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Sleep evades so many of us especially in Menopause but what proactive steps can you take to improve your sleep duting Memopause?
Here I discuss 5 habits that can make a MASSIVE differnce.
I have been a chronic poor sleeper for decades way before Menopause but now in Menopause I do these steps every day as part of my self care to ensure I get good sleep.
This podcast is part of my YouTube Menofitseroes and you can check out the video version on my Youtube channel.
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Rachel talks to industry veterans Jody Bunting and Susan Booth both who have worked for Rosemary Connolly and Weight Watchers and have created amazing online businesses. This is such an inspirational podcast.
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Join Rachel and LIncoln as they discuss the current state of the fitness industry.
*Top tips for marketing your fitness business.
*Offline promotional ideas for your business.
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Join Rachel Holmes, Ryan Charlesworth and Dr Glenda Rivoallan as they talk all things group exercise!
Rachel is a group exercise Champion, presenter, business coach and influencer and its great to hear her thoughts on the fitness industry and in particular group exercise.
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Rachel talks to Nichola about the fitness industry and building your business through various challenges. This is a fantastic interview not to be missed and so relevant for fitpros right now!
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The Rachel Holmes Podcast Show Relaunch Season 6 with Guest Ann-See Yeoh we chat about Ann-See's career and how the fitness industry is changing aswell as our thoughts for the future of group fitness.
This is a really interesting podcast we hope you enjoy it, please subscribe and leave your comments we love to hear from you!
Join me in this 10 minute podcast covering quick tips for social media automation for businesses!
Join me as I chat though simple goal setting ideas for your fitness business. If you are a Fitness Professional Teaching Group X Please join my Facebook Fitpro Supporters group: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/264012457040617/
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Here are 7 Marketing Ideas To Do Today To Get New people Into Your Online Classes.
Join me for a 20-minute brainstorm on how to leverage the traffic on social media this new Year's weekend.
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Listen in to the very first Facebook Audio Room where I hold a FitPro Business Q and A. We had a great chat and questions from Jenni, Gail, and Karen and we discuss funnel programmes, running retreats, and how creating consistent content is the key to fitness business growth.
I would LOVE to know what you think so please do join me on the next Facebook audio Rooms live from my Facebook page Rachel Holmes Fit.
Chelle Jones is an industry veteran working for local authorities and leisure trusts for over 20 years. Today we discuss the difficulties faced with in group exercise as many Group Exercise Teachers haven’t gone back to teaching in the centre post-pandemic. Where does this leave the sector going forward? With the pay being so low many teachers have left the industry and many have now set up in the community.
Listen to the podcast and don't forget to like and subscribe and leave your comments we love to hear your thoughts!
The Rachel Holmes Podcast featuring Mel Bridger Simple tech For FitPros I am joined today by Mel Bridger aka The Mummy Trainer.
Mel and I discuss how you can create amazing content including workouts and social media content just using your phone and minimal tech.
Both of us are self confessed tech nerds but the reality is you just don’t need a lot of fancy equipment to run a successful business.
Let us know if you enjoyed the podcast and if you have any questions for the next episode with Mel . Say Hello to Mel on all platforms as The Mummy Trainer . Send me a message on Instagram.com/RachelLHolmes Facebook.com/RachelHolmesFit Youtube.com/RachelHolmes
How To Get More Clients Into Your Business The Fitness Business Academy Method – Are you interested to hear more about how business coaching can help you grow your business?
Ill walk you step by step the reasons why your business isn’t growing and how you can fix it including:
*How to create the right foundations to grow your business
*How to stop wasting time on social media and focus on getting results
*How to get really clear about your customer and what they want.
*How to create a killer offer that people will want to join.
*How to automate much of your business.
*10 Steps To grow your business
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Listen to my latest Podcast episode with the fantastic Dr Louise Taylor; author of Sweats, Frets & No Regrets.
Dr Louise Taylor is a GP, Yoga Teacher and Author of Sweat, Frets & No Regrets. She is a passionate about helping midlife women navigate the menopause.
I was so excited to get Louise on the podcast to continue the conversation around the Menopause and Fitpros.
Follow Louise over on yourmidlifemagic on Instagram and look out for new collaborations between myself and Dr Louise.
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Join Rachel and Ali Green talking all things Barre and Ali's new Barre release on Pure Energy Go. Ali has created her own Barre programme and we chat about how Barre classes have grown in popularity.
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We have been chatting on Clubhouse and share why we love this app, Adam also tells us about his decision to follow his passion in working in the fitness industry and how he worked as a PT with the rich and famous. This is an insightful and interesting podcast I think you will love it!
New Podcast Episode with Special Guests Mel Spooner & Dr Col of CAWS
I Interviewed Mel Spooner & Dr Col of CAWS about clients returning to group exercises classes after having COVID 19.
It’s important information for all Group Exercise Teachers returning to live classes and DR Col discusses how to look after clients attending your who have had long COVID, we talk through not only the physical implications but mental health issues clients may experience. It’s a really insightful interview containing fascinating information for all of us.
Rachel and Kelly Chat about 1 year of Digital Fitness in the Covid19 pandemic
Listen as Rachel and Kelly share their experience of taking their fitness businesses from physical to purely digital in the light of the Covid 19 pandemic, how they responded and made it through the last year.
They talk the ups and downs of the fast changes they had to make and how they had to adapt.
We LOVE to hear from you so please do leave your comments/ questions and don’t forget to subscribe
Rachel and Caroline Chat about Fitness for children online during the pandemic.
Caroline has worked with schools throughout lockdown and has seen the affect on children, learning how to use the technology, creating new topics and themed weeks to keep them interested and coping with how busy it has been for her business.
We also chat about the short term and long term effect on the fitness industry after leaving lockdown.
This is such a relevant and interesting conversation we hope you enjoy it, join the conversation and please leave your comments and questions and don’t forget to subscribe!
New Podcast with Susan Gait ---Instagram Quick Tips
Join Rachel and Sue as we share Instagram Tips and Tricks. Small tweaks you make right away to grow your Instagram and attract new clients.
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🌞We hope you enjoy this light hearted Podcast today🌞
@jaynenicholls and I talk all about @joinclubhouse and our experiences with this new app!
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IG is POPPING for Fitpros and are you getting the most out of your IG?
Do you know what you are doing on IG?
Join in with my 60 minute training recorded LIVE for my Supporters group.
I do daily training in my supporters group so if you like this and want to get more social media training with me join the Supporters:
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Menopause In The Pandemic Podcast with Pamela Windle
Join Pamela and me as we discuss Menopause in the pandemic, how we can deal with it, supplements to help and why we are talking about it now more than ever!
A great interview not to be missed with the talented Pamela, please leave us your questions and comments, we love to hear from you and don’t forget to subscribe!
It’s always exciting to have old friend Marvin Burton on the podcast!
Marvin has had a range of careers in the fitness industry and long time listeners and followers will recall Marv and I touring the UK with various educational workshops and trainings. Marv has spent several years working in China and his knowledge of tech and where the fitness industry could be heading is exceptionally interesting.
We discuss the huge opportunity for the Fitness Professional to become educated in Covid rehabilitation and prevention as the world is facing a huge health crisis, Fitpros are well placed to become involved in leading our communities to lead fitter healthier lifestyles. We would love your feedback and opinions please leave your comments and subscribe.
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It is here...Kelly and Rachel's First Podcast of 2021!
Kelly and Rachel discuss the new lockdown 3.0 and how can Fitness Professionals navigate through this time.
Rachel discusses the difficulties of working from home with a little one and wanting to grow a business and being ambitious and how to balance that in todays climate.
The girls also discuss how it is crucial to build an online fitness business based on Monthly Reoccurring Income membership framework.
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Join us as we catch up on the podcast for the first time after lockdown! We chat about changes in the fitness industry, how we managed our time with our businesses during the lockdown and the future for Fitness Professionals.
This is a really interesting chat we hope you enjoy it and find it helpful with your businesses.
Make sure you leave us a comment and subscribe!
How to improve the quality of your live streams!!
Are you a Fitpro struggling with the quality of live streaming to your clients?
Listen to this podcast and learn how to improve the quality of your live streaming with these simple steps!
My top tips on how to film, where to film and how to mix things up for your online workouts.
This podcast is not to be missed!
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Today I catch up with one of my favourite guests on the Podcast show… Shelley Palmer!
Shelley is passionate about supporting women running their own businesses and explains all about Tropic Skincare. We also cover how it is to build your own online membership and the day to day running of it.
Shelley chats about what she has been doing over the pandemic and masterplan for the future as a successful entrepreneur including a book, fitness, recipes and more.
This is an inspirational podcast and we hope you enjoy it today, please leave us your comments/ questions/thoughts!
This podcast is to coincide with my Fitpro Supporters group; every day i go live briefing , always topical around marketing, branding, social media, class content etc… we know that the success of our business is all about delivering something different. We have to keep disrupting the pattern and stopping the scroll… and today I am talking about Instagram and how it now fits in with the social media eco system.
Hear what is happening next with Instagram… exciting new updates and features and how you can use it for your business.
Leave your comments/ questions I love to hear from you!
Today is a short podcast where I share my thoughts on the Fitness Industry as live classes return and gyms open after the pandemic.
This is a time like no other and a chance to evaluate and CHANGE how we run our businesses in a new digital world.
I reflect, review and discuss the changes in the Fitness Industry over the last few months and the fear of returning to a new normal.
Have a listen and let me know what you think? I would love to hear your thoughts on this?
Me and Kelly had a great chat about how Kelly is running her online Fitness Business during lockdown.
We hope you find this interview funny and helpful, we do have a laugh and cover so many interesting subjects relating to the fitness industry and the pandemic.
Make sure you leave us your comments and subscribe.
Welcoming one of my favourite and most featured guests Jayne Nicholls GXT.
Rachel and Jayne discuss yoga, fitness programmes, clubs and online fitness and how the pandemic has disrupted and encouraged change in the fitness industry.
This is a fantastic interview and we would love to hear what you think please leave us a comment
New Rachel Holmes podcast interview with Special Guest Jo Ali
Welcome to my new series of webinars with Fitpro Friends embracing the 🌎new world of fitness
Rachel and Jo discuss Fitness Events and Covid19.
Jo moved online ahead of the gyms closing and talks about how hard it was to transition and how she got everything up and running in the supportive industry that is Fitness.
Jo discusses the amazing reaction and support from her audience and her relationship with social media.
We hope you enjoy the podcast please leave your comments and questions and don’t forget to subscribe!
Welcome to my new series of webinars with Fitpro Friends embracing the new world of fitness
Today I chat to special Guest Mike Bines who runs a PT studio in Leicestershire.
We discuss how Mike dealt with the lockdown and managing his fitness business (and other businesses). Launching his new online studio and how he found going live for the first time for his online fitness classes.
Mike is a ray of sunshine and I hope you enjoy the interview, please leave your feedback, questions and comments.
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How To Improve The Audio & Visual Quality Of Your Workouts On Zoom
Teaching online and want to improve the quality and audio of your productions?
Listen to "How To Improve Your Production and Audio Quality with your online workouts and classes" with special guest Stuart Wilkinson Of Sound Dynamics.
Over 600 people registered for the webinar and here is the replay. I hope you find this useful.
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WHO would have thought we would be sat here today talking about such big changes in the fitness industry?!
My special guest today is my great friend Ceri all the way over in South Africa.
We chat about the changing times of the fitness industry with the COVID 19 pandemic and the effect it is having on our gyms.
If you love this interview then leave us a comment and don't forget to subscribe to my channel!
Kelly and I discuss the implication on the Coronavirus on Group Exercise Teacher , The Fitness industry and the steps we have taken to move our businesses completely online.
We discuss honestly how it has affected us both personally and professionally and chat through tactics and strategies that Fitpros need to be implementing now to get an online business up and running in record time.
Leave your comments we love to hear from you.
In todays Fitpro Chat Kelly and Rachel discuss course and convention anxiety.
A topic that has been brought up in various Fit Prp online groups and a question Rachel received this week. " I am an outgoing group X teacher who loves people but when it comes to attending courses it literally makes me sick with nerves, the walking into a group full of other Fitpros, the driving, parking, travelling and feeling that I am not good enough stops me from booking events that i KNOW will help me develop my business and be amazing for my personal development ..... but I get so much anxiety I don't book" This is SO COMMON we ALL feel like this. Kelly and I discuss simple tips to help you get over these natural feelings and reap the rewards of personal growth.
I hope this heps you and if you have a question you would like us to discuss on the podcast send it to Rachel@Choreographytogo.com
If you are trying to grow your online fitness business and stay visible on and relevant on social media it's pretty impossible to keep up....and have a life...be a parent...partner etc......
Using outsourcers and virtual assistants is key to freeing up your time enabling you to concentrate on the stuff you love doing.
A Va that does 10 hours a week for you is worth his/her weight in gold, so here are my top tips on how to start outsourcing.
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We celebrate as tax return season is over with a podcast focused on how best to manage and save your money as a business.
Andrew is a Business Development Consultant, Entrepreneur and Chartered Management Accountant & Tax Adviser based in Nottingham.
It was a pleasure to have my good friend on again, please do have a listen and leave your feedback, comments and questions and be sure to subscribe!
This week Kelly and I answer a question from Sophie about how to develop a thick skin in the Fitness industry and improving your self-confidence to put yourself "out there" more.
We chat about receiving negative feedback and constructive criticism in person, on emails, in classes and on social media and how we both deal with it.
Criticism/Feedback can be damaging, hurtful and really knock your confidence but over the years we have learnt how to come out on top and use feedback to grow personally and professionally.....as painful as it is at time.
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It's just over a year ago since I chatted with Alex Mc Cann about social media and 12 months later we are discussing so many changes.
We go through Linkedin, Instagram, Facebook, Patreaon, Youtube, Stories and so much more.
As a social media marketing expert and trainer Alex discusses what is working right now on the platforms.
It's a great interview full of wonderful tips.
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The Fitness Hack is a new podcast with Kelly and myself that is fun, chatty and relaxed where we discuss topics relating to teaching group fitness classes.
We would LOVE to evolve this and answer your weekly questions so do send us topic ideas and questions and we will answer them on the show.
This week we talk about community classes, evolving and staying relevant, customer experiences and we tackle bullying and gaslighting in the fitness industry.
We both have experienced being pushed/managed/muscled out of centres and gyms over the years and we discuss why this form of discrimination and bullying appears to be happening far too frequently.
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I discuss how you can make the back end of your fitness business - handling enquiries, onboarding new customers, becoming more efficient and professional with your new member packs and welcomes, saving your digital videos, newsletters and adding higher value to your clients in 9 easy to implement steps.
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With all the new years resolutions and goal setting what is the key to success?
I believe the key is accountability.
In this mini motivational podcast, I discuss the accountability piece, whether you have a weightloss goal or a business building goal or ANY kind of goal.
We need community and we need a structured accountability to reach those dizzy heights!
Let me know what you think.... Please leave a rating on itunes.
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Are you SWIMMING In ideas and thoughts of where you want to take your fitness business?
BUT........not sure where to start....??
The first thing is to build an audience and community of people who are interested in your skills and the services you may create.
So, how do you do that?
How do you start building a community?
I give you my simple tips on how can you start RIGHT now.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
How is the podcast evolving in 2020? What to expect in 2020 and how to get your nutrition back on track after Christmas.
I'd love to hear from you what are your goals, dreams and ambitions for 2020.
Did you have a great Christmas? and do you feel the need to get your nutrition back on track now...... here are 3 simple tips to get going again and motivated.
Are you a Fitpro wanting to make more money in 2020? Listen to my motivational podcast episode where I explain how you can do JUST THAT with my top tips!
As always please leave your comments, feedback and questions and don't forget to subscribe to my Podcast!
Calling all female Fitpro’s... are you STILL thinking/considering in fact PROCRASTINATING about how to take your classes online and create an online programme?
Do NOT WAIT to listen to this episode... and listen quickly as there is a challenge group you can join with me for FREE to get you started.
Join my Challenge group NOW on whats app here:
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It was great to have Jade on the podcast as we discuss her transition from group exercise Instructor to womens' health specialist to now taking her business online. If you teach group Exercise and are looking to grow your business listen as Jade talks about the educational route she took into Pre and Post Natal training to specialising in Menopause.
I know you will find this podcast inspiring and motivating THANKS JADE X
Check out today's Inspiring Podcast Interview with Elaine Denton of Life Yoga Fitness who gave up a corporate job in Fitness to follow her passion and teach Yoga Elaine Denton had an amazing corporate fitness job working for David Lloyd but decided to give it all up to follow her passion and teach Yoga freelance and train to become a life coach.
Elaine shares wonderful insight into the world of corporate fitness and how, after having life coaching herself, knew the freelance path was the right one for her.
Connect with Elaine on @lifeyogafit
5 Reasons You Are Experiencing Midsection Weight Gain During Menopause with Rachel Holmes
In this week quickstep podcast I talk about the reason you may experience midsection weight gain during menopause and what you can do about it.
Message me on IG @RachelLHolmes please subscribe to my Podcast for more!
Weightloss Tips For Menopause - Quick Tips Podcast From Rachel Holmes
In this mini tips episode I chat about weight loss during menopause and give you my 5 top tips for getting your nutrition back on track during this life phase.
Unexplained weight gain in areas you have never gained weight before and around your middle can seriously effect self confidence and self esteem and with all the diet information around it can be a total minefield.
I discuss common sense and evidence based tips to help motivate and inspire you.
To get a copy of the menopause Meal Plan head over to the Youtube channel RachelHolmes and leave a comment with your email address.
Long time friend Katie Bulmer-Cooke is on the podcast this week discussing her new business POWAH. Katie has taken a back seat (for now) from teaching and presenting fitness classes and being in front of the camera to working with influencers and celebrities behind the camera.
You may have seen her recent collaboration with Amy Childs Mum Fit programme.
Katie and I discuss the skills she has amassed while being a fitness educator and how she has put them to use in new ventures.
Baby Bobby is 9 months old and Heidi is 11 so we chat about the mam juggle and mam guilt that all working mums experience.
I was so excited to have Jane Dowling of Menoandme on the podcast. As a Fitness Professional and Clinical exercise specialist I reached out to Jane to discuss the updated research on the Menopause, HRT, the Nice guidelines as managing the Menopause as a Fitness Professional and Group Exercise Instructor.
After bringing it up in my Instructor groups and on Instagram many Fit Pros are struggling with menopausal symptoms.
This is a MUST listen to podcast not only to educate and empower yourself but help and serve the women in your classes.
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and please let us know what you think and if you have any questions let's do a part 2!
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Do you struggle to get a good nights sleep? Whenever I ask this at my talks, workshops and online groups; the majority of women tell me that they do NOT! Most struggle to either get to sleep or wake up regularly seeing 1am/2am/3am!
I discuss my top tips for improving sleep and if the menopause and hot sweats are keeping you up it may be time to go and see your GP.
Show Notes
Magnesium from Nutri
Reishi Mushrooms from Amazon
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Steve Barrett is a Fitness Industry Legend. He started his career 30 years ago as a Gym Instructor in Wiltshire and is now Global Director of Programming For Matrix. Steve was one of the `UK’s first “presenters” and went on to present and develop training and products for Reebok for 25 years.
In this conversation we discuss how YOU can get into working with global fitness brands.
Steve shares a wealth of tips and the exact steps you can take if you are looking to widen your horizons in the fitness industry.
If you want to work for global brands, present training and attend the biggest fitness shows in the world this is the podcast for you!
I can't wait for you to listen to this very insightful and interesting conversation!
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6 Easy steps to help you to start filming workouts for your online programmes and social media.
I go through EXACTLY in step by step order what to do and how to do it without having to BUY anything just using your phone!
This question comes up week after week so here is the definitive podcast explaining how to get started...you can do this you really can!
As always please leave your comments/ reviews and Subscribe!
Greg is an international speaker, consultant and international fitness presenter.
We discuss transitioning OUT of the industry and how you can take your amazing skills into the speaking, corporate and event world.
Greg shares tips and tricks and help us realise the skills we have as Group Exercise are highly rated in other industries where the pay is immensely better. If you are thinking about expanding your horizons and doing something new this is a brilliant conversation
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8 steps to Stop Bloating
Do You struggle with bloating?
It’s uncomfortable and unpleasant so I have 8 Tops Tips you can try that will really help.
These tips are simple and can be even actioned the next time you eat a meal!
I would LOVE to hear if these help and if you try them out.
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Richard Playfair is manager of Sweatlife film who are a video production and video marketing company for the health and fitness industry.
Richard shares his top tips on the gear you need to create professional videos for social media and his top tips and tricks for going live and presenting to camera.
Sweatlife films are on the cutting edge of virtual fitness revolution and our conversation provides interesting insight of whats to come and the future of video and fitness.
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Amanda Vogel is a fitness writer, blogger, Instructor, presenter an social media consultant from Vancouver, Canada.
She has been involved in the industry for over 20 years and I remember reading her articles way back in IDEAfit and Shape magazine.
Amanda and I discuss how to be a better writer, social media poster and blogger and the importance of over 40 Fitpros finding their voice, brand and audience on the platforms.
Amanda discusses her current Facebook and IG strategies and we discuss tips and tricks on what’s working in PR and marketing right now.
I loved speaking with Amanda , our convo is rich and varied and we cover lot's of topics.
I know you are going to get great value from this discussion.
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Join Kelly and I as we discuss community fitness and how to stay relevant and profitable with your local classes.
Kelly chats about how she mixes community class teaching with working in local clubs to provide a more solid income. Kelly started Burwell Fitness 9 years ago and teaches Fitness Pilates, Body Blitz and Clubbercise she also organises local fitness events, talks and workshops for her community and markets using social media. In a competitive area Kelly chats about creating community, the online Kick Start part of her business and how she has grown it.
Jayne is back on the podcast this week and we talk the changing face of fitness education, flexible learning, accredited courses and how to get your mojo back after the summer break.
Jayne is as always straight talking and inspiring with her insightful comment and observation.
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I had the pleasure of talking to Fred Hoffman this week about how tech is changing the fitness industry in ways you may not even realise.
Fred is a global speaker and educator and you may remember him from presenting for the Reebok University and at Fit Pro conventions back in the day.
Fred's unique insight into global trends is fascinating and I could of spoke to him all day about the future of fitness.
Connect with Fred on Instagram here.
10 Steps To Market Your Classes Ready For September
Gone are the days when you could put an add in the local paper, deliver flyers or put a few random posts up on Facebook and fill your classes.
It’s a longer process these days so if you have zero marketing budget and feel like you are spinning wheels wasting time in social media and not getting anywhere with your promotions DO NOT MISS THIS PODCAST.
Every single Fit Pro running a business needs to re-evaluate how they are using social media for promotion and to generate new clients and customers.
I use these 10 STEPS DAILY and currently are the BEST ways to generate business for your September offerings. Take a pen and pencil and have a listen and let know what you think!
Please give the podcast a rating on iTunes and send me a message on social media I LOVE to hear from you on where you are heading in your fitness business.
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I have only been asking Steve to come on the podcast for the last 3 years and finally this week he agreed so I nailed him asap before he changed his mind. Steve and I chat about the UK fitness industry, presenting, health clubs and of course events.
Steve and partner Ceri Hannon operate the IFS event which takes place in Blackpool every March and we discuss how the event has changes and continues to stay relevant and moving with the ever changing times.
We also discuss regional events and Steve’s predictions for the future.
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In this episode I chat about the 5 Steps to getting back on track with your nutrition and health.
Life is SO busy and we are all spinning so many plates that our own nutrition and health habits may be slipping down the priority list.
So, if you need to get back to basics what are the foundational pieces required to get bacon track without it being overwhelming and something you will give up in a few days?
Listen to my 5 steps:
Step 1
Goals and Why Do You Want To Make Changes?
Step 2
Daily Exercise for your Mental AND Physical well being.
Step 3
Nutrition Keep It Simple.
Step 4
Sleep.
Step 5
Stress Management - Are you eating your feelings?
This is a casual podcast that I hope will motivate you to get back on track and feeling happy ad healthy.
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It was my total pleasure to have Pete on the Podcast. He is Motivational Speaker, Business Coach and Best Selling Author and has worked in gyms, corporate, created and sold multiple businesses. Pete now inspires people all around the world with mi365 with his enlightening and highly entertaining and inspiring message.
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My conversation today is with Kim Ingleby of Energised Performance Mind Body Coaching.
Kim has built a very successful and interesting coaching business with celebrity clients and elite athletes. We talk about how to run a fitness business when you are experiencing personal issues behind the scenes, being authentic and true to yourself and your clients and turning your own difficult life situations into becoming a more well rounded and experienced coach.
We are all human and all thrive on connection and relationships and this in depth conversation drills down into how important that is for all of us.
I loved talking to Kim and I know you will love this heartfelt and very honest dialogue.
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Shelly Palmer comes back onto the podcast as the first interview was so well received and we talk about side hustle, making additional income with TROPIC, how to stay motivated when you don’t feel like doing it, morning routines, motivation and how to keep driving forward in your life and business.
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On the podcast today is the incredible Helen Carpenter-Waters. A fitness industry veteran and maverick.
Helen and I talk about fitness education, running a community based local fitness based in the face of huge competition from health clubs and brands, what it means to be successful and have longevity in the industry.
Helen is extremely articulate and has interesting opinions and views on our evolving and changing industry.
I thoroughly enjoyed our chat and we both would love your thoughts, feedbacks opinions on the topics discussed please comment below!
It was lovely to have the opportunity to sit down and chat with Shelly Palmer about her online fitness business Fabulicious and her social selling business -TROPIC.
If you have watched the rise of Tropic over the last 5 years you will have noticed lots of Fitness Professionals getting involved and for many it has moved from being a small side hustle to generate extra revenue to surpassing the income of a full time job!
Shelly breaks it all down and I really enjoyed delving into this extremely interested way of generating additional income.
Find out more about Shelly:
www.chemicalfreefairy.com
www.fabuliciousfitness.co.uk
What Is WORKING ON Social media THIS WEEK for FREE - Solo Podcast Number with Rachel Holmes
Here is a short, sharp burst of energy and enthusiasm about what is WORKING and not just working but SMASHING it on SOCIAL MEDIA this week.
With the whole world saying organic reach is dead I have put to the test a few tips and tricks and I want to share my results with you ….. and they are AWESOME…. PLUS the best thing is…….. its all totally FREE the only thing you need is TIME and you to be you.
Have you signed up for my podcast please let me know if these short enthusiastic podcasts are motivating and inspiring.
Today I chat with Katie Bulmer-Cooke.
It’s 11 weeks after having baby Bobby we talk about social media, how to leverage local influencers to promote your fitness busines, Instagram v facebook, which platform has the most traction and her new business Powah.
Katie was a finalist on the The Apprentice and has created multiple business and brands in the fitness industry over the 15 years.
Always great to chat with katie and you can say HI to her on the the following:
IG https://www.instagram.com/katiebulmercooke/
FB https://www.facebook.com/katiebulmercooke/
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Im excited for you to listen to my conversation with Ceri Hannon as we discuss where Health Clubs, Gyms and Boutique studios are headed and the challenges they face in todays highly competitive fitness market. And where does this leave the local community Instructors? Actually, In great place. Ceri is a global power house in Group Exercise. His concepts and programmes run worldwide through Virgin Active Clubs and his 30 year plus experience in the industry brings a wealth of knowledge and insight. If you teach for a club or run your own classes in the community you will take away interesting ideas for your teaching and business from this interview. Find Ceri on Instagram Ceri.Hannan Have a listen and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my Podcast;
Paul Mort is a legend in the Fitness Industry.
From PT, To Multi location Bootcamp Owner, to supplement company owner, one of the worlds first online fat loss programme creator, to business mentor, to business programme creator and SOOOOOOO MUCH MORE in between.
Paul was an early adopter on social media, email marketing, event organisation and business coaching.
His personal up’s and downs have been well documented on social media so today, I wanted to talk to Paul strictly about business. How his business has changed and evolved, his day to day looks like, his time management and new projects.
Paul and I have been friends for a long time and I love talking to him, he always makes me laugh - i could tell you SOOOO many funny stories like the time he invited people to a business meet up at my house without telling me… Drunk and disorderly days and nights in Spain.
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Special Guest Lucy Wyndham-Read Rachel Chats to Lucy about business building as a Lifestyle and Fitness Influencer, TV Fitness Presenter & YouTube Expert. Lucy has been involved in the Health & Fitness industry for over 20 years, and now in her mid-forties, she has a wealth of experience in what works and how to get results. She has a YouTube Channel with over **740k subscribers** and **80****Million views**, as well as appearing frequently on TV channels such as Sky News, BBC1, Channel 4 and Channel 5.
She is the Fitness Expert for The Sun Newspaper and Woman & Home alongside her own column in Feel Good You Magazine and often appears in publications such as ELLE, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, The Guardian, Red, OK, You, Stylist and many more.
As an influencer on social media and a content creator, she has worked on campaigns with brands such as Suzuki, Max Factor, Twitter, TedTalks, Boots, Cancer Research and FitBit.
Jaynes Podcast club
I chat with Jayne about how she runs a very financially successful fitness business and how she operates in a different way to many people. As always this is a very real and honest conversation with what genuinely works on a day to day basis, what marketing efforts bring value and how Jayne views social media in 2019.
It’s a really insightful business building conversation and I know you will really enjoy this.
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I talk to Greg Sellar and discusses how overwhelm, self limiting beliefs, changing a negative mindset when faced with obstacles and reframing stressful situations can change your life on a daily basis.
Greg recently relocated to LA from Sydney and previously the UK and how he had to change his own thinking and thought patterns to make the best of a challenging situation.
Greg discusses “Life Hacks” tips and strategies and how to go after your goals without getting paralysed by procrastination and fear.
Life Hack is Gregs new online programme and he is looking for 20 people to go through the Life Hack programme with him.
We talked about morning routines - what the experts do and say and how to stay motivated in a world full of distractions.
Greg is a great friend of mine who I admire greatly. He always has wise words and I hope you enjoy our conversation.
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With so much conflicting information on weightloss, food, fitness and diet, I chat about evidence based nutrition and how to take a long term and holistic approach to long lasting wellness. Taking a personilsed approach and working out an individualised programme that is managable and sustainable for your lifestyle is the key to long term health and happiness. This is one of my favourite subjects and I love sharing the latest updates and research plus real world tips and strategies to make it work for you. Have a listen and Id love to hear your view please leave a review in itunes or catch me on social media
Back by popular demand, Jayne Nicholls is the guest on this weeks show and we talk about Yoga & Pilates education and training, social media influencers, fitness instructor training and much much more.
It's always a pleasure to have Jayne on the podcast and this is exactly as if you are part of Jayne and I's daily conversations.
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Building an online health and fitness business.
Have you sat down at the computer and thought WTF I am going got post about today?
Have you wracked your brain to think of “interesting content” that will resonate with your followers, audience and potential customers. In this podcast I discuss how to plan your content and work out what your core values are.
What makes you YOU? What do you enjoy?
On a Friday night when you are sitting having a glass of fizz with your friends what do you talk about?
What do you love reading, watching, learning?
I’d love to hear from you so please send me a message with your ideas via the Facebook messenger app and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes or leave a review.
Thinking about offering something online but need advice, help and pointing in the right direction?
In this podcast, I am totally honest and unedited on how to make a plan and what it takes to get going.
It’s only 12 minutes and if this inspires and excites you…… send me a message and I'll do more and hopefully help you to take action.
Join me for my fast and furious quick tips episode. Completely unedited and solo I rift on creating an online business, marketing, PR, social media, branding, nutrition, weightless, Pilates, Fitness, exercises and whatever is on my mind!
This is the first time I have recorded a solo podcast and I've been procrastinating on it for months….. anyway, I've done it LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK.
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Hear how Kelly (Owner of Kick Start Sutton Coldfield and Keep Fit With Kelly) successfully markets her Kick Start fitness business live and online and now is on her way to launching a local radio show.
Hear about the latest trends for this Summer and how to wear them with Cleo Lacey, Demi Couture Stylist. Rachel and Cleo chat about new trends for this Summer and how to make them work for you and your body type.
This is a great episode not to be missed!
Make sure you follow Cleo on social media and Youtube and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast!
Nutrition Tips and The Latest Trends with Rachel Holmes and Priya Dietitian UK
Today we delve into the subject of NUTRITION with Dietitian UK- We chat about the latest trends/ fads, Priya's top tips on weight loss and managing your diet in the healthiest way.
This is a really interesting interview we think you will love it- please share your thoughts with us on these topics and don't forget to subscribe!
How to start writing with Rachel Holmes and Abidemi TV Have you always wanted to write but don't know where to start? Everybody has to use the skill of writing day to day; and as a Fitness Professional it is an important part of your Marketing. Hear Abidemi.tv's top tips on writing whether it be for a blog or your business. We hope you enjoy this episode, please share your feedback with us :)
Hear what's new with Facebook and Instagram including big shifts and changes in algorithms and how this may affect your business with Online Marketing experts Yvonne Radley and Rachel Holmes.
As always we love to hear from you so please drop us a message and subscribe to the channel.
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Pamela talks about the "M" word in this inspiring conversation empowering women to take life by the horns!
In this fascinating interview with Lester Savage we talk about his interesting story and why he is so passionate about his work. We chat about "Helping You To Tap Into Your Evolutionary Legacy And Become Biochemically Sober™" and his take on the stresses and strains of today's world on the human body. This is such an interesting interview I can't wait for you to hear it and see your feedback:
What Corinne once thought would bring her happiness, fulfilment and freedom on a 6 figure salary had actually led to overwhelm, fatigue, stress, and feeling that what she was doing with her life didn’t really matter.
Hear how Corinne decided to change her life around as a Life Coach for Professional Women and how she now helps others find their calling in their careers and other aspects of life.
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In this episode I pick the brains of the knowledgable Bahee Van de Bor of UK Kids nutrition.
We talk about what is "normal" in kids eating habits, how to create positive eating habits for the whole family and much more.
Mum's this episode is not to be missed!!
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This inspirational interview features the story of Haleli; how she left home and took her children travelling the world.
We talk about what they learn as a family, where they have been and there plans for the future as well as tips for others wanting to follow their travelling dreams. See more in her blog: http://family-world-travel.com/english/category/blog/
Rachel Holmes Interviews, the creator of Movin Monkeez, Becky Lane. In this episode they chat about how Becky started out in the fitness business, setting up a franchise, having her own studio, managing being a single mum, top tips on managing a busy lifestyle and even delve into dating on Tinder!
Have a listen, I hope you enjoy the interview and please leave your feedback!
In this episode we talk with Ruth about how she set up her business in running kids cookery classes and how she runs it now as a thriving business.
We also chat to Ruth about how she balances her work with family life too as a busy Mum!
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Today's podcast is an inspiring chat with Zoe McNulty on body confidence and the fitness industry. As usual Zoe's outgoing, fun and confident personality makes for a brilliant interview!
I hope you enjoy it, please leave your comments and don't forget to subscribe!
In this interesting episode Rachel interviews Caroline to hear all about how she got into teaching in schools and why she is so passionate about engaging fitness for kids.
In this episode I chat to Pamela, a good friend of mine and expert on hormones, about her story with hormones and how she now helps others with her business ;Smarter Change Wellness For Mind and Body .
We talk about steps women can take, including testing, to work out if their hormone balance is the reason behind their wellness troubles and tips for women reaching menopausal age.
In this episode we chat about balancing toddler routines with work and fitness, getting fit after child birth and how Laura did this in time for the World Cup.
Laura also shares her top tips for toddler eating habits and how she helps Mums get back in shape with FITMUMA; fitness classes and support for Mums and Babies.
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Rachel Holmes exclusive Podcast Interview with Alex McCann ,UK Social Media Expert of over 18 years, on how he makes social media work for business.
This week's podcast is a great insight into how to best manage your social media platforms for business and optimum customer conversion. We talk about Alex's clients and how he makes social media work for them with his Social media agency; how and why certain tactics work and much more!
We also delve into the minefield that is social media analytics, ads, posting and interaction with clients; maintaining the conversation.
As always we love to hear your feedback so please get in touch!
This is the first time I have chatted with fellow Fit Pro and business owner Katie Bulmer-Cooke about being in the fitness industry and parenting. Katie shares with us her tips to managing being a mum and teaching, what Heidi eats, and how she is bringing up Heidi in a social media world.
It's a wonderful chat about how we both share our experiences good and bad I LOVED talking to Katie and we both would love to do a follow up so do let me know what you think.
Hear why I am so MAD with myself for procrastinating and not going for it and why I spent almost a year deliberating, and not moving forward
I also talk about becoming a mum at 47 and how this changed everything.
It’s only a short episode and to give give you an insight into what new directions I am going to take this next incarnation
If you are SITTING On any kind of idea LISTEN To this today and let me motivate you to take action and not to let exciting opportunities pass your by.
Have a listen and let me know what you think and don't forget to leave a review in itunes I will love you forever:-
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This week Rachel and Andrew catch up and chat about old stretchy costumes, Facebook venting, business and financial goals.
This week Andrew and I discuss working for a council as a self employed person but still being stopped tax and NI and the best bank accounts to get if you have bad credit. It's an another episode full of gems from Andrew, so listen closely as I steer him in the right direction.
This is a cracking conversation with Nicola as we discuss how to get into the right mindset on goals, to do lists and understanding exactly what you want to get out of life. It's OK everyone saying - Talk a walk, Self care and put yourself first but when you are holding down a job, a family, juggling all kinds of responsibilities where on earth do you find the time.. I ask Nic how in a modern world women really can have what they want..... It's a very thought provoking conversation
This is one of my favourite podcasts and I'm so happy this will be a weekly show with Andrew to discuss financial basics, pensions tax and so much more- get in the know about finances for your business in this relaxed and fun show- feature your question on next weeks edition by tweeting your question to me @rachelholmes ... PLUS don't forget to subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss an episode!