Category: Self Improvement
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Dr. Devin Trachman PT, DPT is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and has gone additional training/certifications in manual therapy, trigger point dry needling, Astym therapy, and pelvic health. She has been practicing as a physical therapist for over 11 years and opened Physical Therapy Central – West Edmond almost 6 years ago.…
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In this essential episode, Dr. Darian Parker sits down with footwear innovator Stuart Jenkins to unpack a topic often overlooked by fitness professionals—shoes as performance equipment, not just fashion. Together, they explore how improper footwear can lead to chronic injuries, reduced performance, and poor biomechanics—and what fit pros must understand to better support their clients.…
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Trainer Talk is a recurring segment on The Far Side of Fitness Podcast, where personal trainers come together to tackle unique, controversial, and under-discussed topics in personal training. Each episode features a rotating panel of trainers along with hosts, Dr. Darian Parker, Caroline Turnbull and Julia Suozzi. Caroline and Julia’s Links: IG: Mobius Mobius Calendar:…
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In this episode, I sit down with former YouTube exec, David Sherman-Presser, to uncover 3 powerful strategies fitness coaches can use to grow and monetize their channels. Learn how to stand out in a crowded fitness niche, create thumbnails that actually get clicks, and use YouTube like the gym — with consistency and purpose. David…
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Dr. Clayton Skaggs is the founder and CEO of the Central Institute for Human Performance and the founder of the Karel Lewit Clinic and Curious Gap Labs. In addition to his clinical career, Skaggs has been on post-doctoral and research faculties of eight national and international universities including leading a National Institute of Health (NIH)…
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Dr. Erin Nitschke, NFPT-CPT, NSCA-CPT, ACE Health Coach, ACE-CPT, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Therapeutic Exercise Specialist, Pn1, FNMS, and DSWI Master Health Coach, is a seasoned college professor in health and human performance. She is a nationally recognized presenter, industry writer for IDEA, NFPT, Fitness Education Online, and Youate.com, and an active member of the ACE…
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Andres Ayesta is a Registered Dietitian, Sports Nutritionist, and founder of Planos Nutrition, where he helps men over 30 and busy professionals lose fat, improve energy, and build sustainable habits without restrictive diets or gimmicks. With over 12 years of experience and features in outlets like Forbes, CNN, and Men’s Health, Andres combines science-based strategies…
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In this conversation, Dr. Darian Parker shares essential insights on building a successful online personal training business. He emphasizes the importance of having in-person training experience before transitioning to online formats. Dr. Parker discusses various online training formats, the significance of defining a unique point of view, and the critical need for building trust and…
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Jen Gerasimas has over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. She began her journey as a registered nurse before transitioning into teaching group exercise, then personal training. She worked in several different gym settings, including managing at a high-end fitness club. Over 8 years ago, Jen left the gym world to…
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In this episode, fitness professional, Kayla Johnson, delves into an unconventional and vital conversation about GLP-1 peptides, not just in the context of weight loss but also focusing on their role in perimenopause. Kayla Johnson is a nationally recognized fitness expert, entrepreneur, and passionate women’s wellness advocate with over 30 years of experience in the…
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