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Mike Vacanti | Jordan Syatt
How To Become A Personal Trainer
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  • How To Become A Personal Trainer

    Goodbye, Podcast World

    28/07/2026 | 51 mins.
    In this episode, Jordan and Mike say our final goodbye the podcast world as we know it.

    We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

    Thank you!
    -J & M

    WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wPQoEBiyrvM

    TIMESTAMPS:
    (00:00) — Intro
    (00:11) — We've got a BIG announcement
    (08:16) — Make this your new fat loss dessert
    (11:18) — Mike's new fitness focus
    (17:48) — Nothing beats supportive siblings
    (20:09) — The BEST way to perform Bulgarian split squats
    (23:35) — Why we hate creatine
    (26:29) — How long it takes to lose muscle on a layoff (& the psychology of muscle loss)
    (32:16) — Something happens when you hit 30...
    (36:19) — Productivity lies & how having kids fixes everything (/s)
    (38:46) — Olive oil and fat loss
    (41:32) — The ONE fruit we'd eat for the rest of our life
    (44:37) — The great weighted vest debate wages on
    (49:58) — Daily footwear recommendations
    (51:05) — Thanks for listening! See you in a couple weeks!

    You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

    Follow the show on social:
    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
    TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

    Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
    Check out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046
    If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com
    If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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    Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
    Email: david@inpostmedia.com

    © 2026 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
  • How To Become A Personal Trainer

    Should Teens Lift Heavy, Sunlight, Parenting, Diet Soda, and More

    21/07/2026 | 39 mins.
    In this episode, we discuss whether teens should lift heavy, benefits of sunlight, the challenges & joys of parenting, diet soda, and more.

    We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

    Thank you!
    -J & M

    WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/maa84Ow7X5Y

    TIMESTAMPS:
    (00:00) — Intro
    (00:11) — Sun runs are S-tier
    (01:42) — Jordan's GLP-1 card has been officially REVOKED
    (07:34) — It turns out Jordan DOES manage his stress...
    (12:04) — Mike can't prove this, BUT...
    (17:31) — The older you get, the more impressive it is to be in shape
    (19:34) — Q&A is BACK, baby!
    (19:57) — Coke Zero vs Diet Coke
    (20:12) — Are we World Cup fans?
    (22:30) — Understanding metabolism & weight management (check out our book on Amazon for more details & some fun stories)
    (25:51) — The challenges & joys of parenting
    (30:36) — Top tier ice cream flavors (& a fun story about lactose intolerance...)
    (33:33) — The best way to meet new people after moving to the other side of the world alone
    (35:08) — Our favorite Jiu-Jitsu submissions
    (37:27) — Should teens lift heavy?
    (38:39) — Thanks for listening!

    You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

    Follow the show on social:
    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
    TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

    Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
    Check out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046
    If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com
    If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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    Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
    Email: david@inpostmedia.com

    © 2026 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
  • How To Become A Personal Trainer

    The Top 30 Best Habits for Busy Personal Trainers to Stay Lean Year-Round (Part 3)

    14/07/2026 | 49 mins.
    In this episode, we rank tips 22-30 of the top 30 fat loss strategies for busy personal trainers from S (supreme) to F-tier.

    We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

    Thank you!
    -J & M

    WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1AWfXJ2eqy4

    TIMESTAMPS:
    (00:00) — Intro
    (00:11) — Mike might not be a home gym guy after all...
    (04:05) — Alone in the wilderness
    (12:40) — Self-defense training for children
    (19:43) — Ranking the top 30 fat loss strategies for busy personal trainers (S to F tier)
    (49:10) — Thanks for listening!

    You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

    Follow the show on social:
    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
    TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

    Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
    Check out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046
    If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com
    If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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    Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
    Email: david@inpostmedia.com

    © 2026 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
  • How To Become A Personal Trainer

    The Top 30 Best Habits for Busy Personal Trainers to Stay Lean Year-Round (Part 2)

    07/07/2026 | 45 mins.
    In this episode, we rank tips 16-21 of the top 30 fat loss strategies for busy personal trainers from S (supreme) to F-tier.

    We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

    Thank you!
    -J & M

    WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5rclNNJK7Qg

    TIMESTAMPS:
    (00:00) — Intro
    (00:11) — Nootropic or pre-workout?
    (03:57) — Mike vs TSA Pt2
    (14:26) — House of David is an all-time great TV show
    (16:33) — Fixing our broken brains
    (20:02) — Ranking the top 30 fat loss strategies for busy personal trainers (S to F tier)
    (44:08) — Thanks for listening!

    You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

    Follow the show on social:
    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
    TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

    Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
    Check out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046
    If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com
    If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

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    Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
    Email: david@inpostmedia.com

    © 2026 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
  • How To Become A Personal Trainer

    The Top 30 Best Habits for Busy Personal Trainers to Stay Lean Year-Round (Part 1)

    30/06/2026 | 57 mins.
    In this episode, we rank tips 1-15 of the top 30 fat loss strategies for busy personal trainers from S (supreme) to F-tier.

    We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com

    Thank you!
    -J & M

    WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/57ACoIZ2TAQ

    TIMESTAMPS:
    (00:00) — Intro
    (00:11) — Muscle Milk is OUT. Mike's new post-workout is...
    (03:11) — Training & chess updates
    (07:11) — Unexpectedly enjoyable marketing
    (09:43) — PSA: If you're not seeing the progress you want on social media
    (14:28) — I can't prove this, but...
    (18:37) — Ranking the top 30 fat loss strategies for busy personal trainers (S to F tier)
    (57:02) — Thanks for listening!

    You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking here

    Follow the show on social:
    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast
    TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast

    Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p
    Check out our book 'Eat It!' at https://www.amazon.com/Eat-It/dp/0008543046
    If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com
    If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.

    ----

    Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media
    Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com
    Email: david@inpostmedia.com

    © 2026 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt
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