This document provides summaries of 26 podcast episodes from the Fitness Professional Online podcast. The podcast episodes feature interviews with professionals in the fitness industry and cover topics like starting a successful fitness business, revolutionary new fitness products, and trends in the industry. The podcast aims to bring high quality resources to fitness professionals.

1. The 26 Fitness, Nutrition, & Wellness
PODCASTS
Of The Year
Fitness Professional Online

2. Fitness Professional
Online Show
As 2014 comes to a close, we over here at FPO love to look back on all
the exciting things that have happened in the past year. I must say that
bringing back the Radio Show has been on the top of the list for almost
everyone! Not only have we been able to revisit a few influential
conversations from the past but have also had the privilege of learning
from some of the newer leaders in the industry. From running your own
successful fitness business, to sneak peeks on revolutionary products,
we have sought to bring you the best of the best from the industry. Our
promise to you is to bring you the highest quality of resources that can
help all of us Fitness Professionals work to grow the fitness industry
together. We are so happy to have every one of you along with us on
this journey and wish you a happy New Year! ~FPO Team

3. EPISODE 01
BRIAN SUTTON
Fitness Education Program Manager for the National Academy of
Sports Medicine (NASM)
Brian Sutton talks about how he got into the fitness industry, what's
happening over at the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and where
he sees the fitness industry headed in the next several years. Brian Sutton
is the Fitness Education Program Manager for the National Academy of
Sports Medicine (NASM), a global leader in providing evidence-based
certifications and advanced credentials to health and fitness professionals.
Please visit Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 1.

4. EPISODE 02
SEAN CROXTON
Founder of Underground Wellness and author of The Dark Side
of Fat Loss
The word most often used to describe Sean is PASSIONate! This passion
comes from a lifelong love of fitness and health, and a dream to
revolutionize the way THE WORLD thinks about health. Recognizing the
failures of health care, Sean promotes the concept of self-care. In order to
regain and/or maintain superb health, we must become more responsible
for ourselves. Please visit Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 2.

5. EPISODE 03
RYAN JEFFREY
Laser Gym's Executive Vice President
In this episode we get to talk to Ryan Jeffrey of Laser Gym. Ryan
tells us about this exciting new product, the Core Laser, and how
it's being used at high end facilities across the nation. Ryan also
shares with us how they came up with the concept of the Core
Laser and brought it from an idea to an actual product. Ryan even
gives us a hint of where we might be seeing his product in the
near future. Please visit Fitness Professional Online Show Episode
3.

6. EPISODE 04
KATHY GRUVER
Author of the Alternative Medicine Cabinet
Traditional Natural Path and PhD in Natural Health
Fitness Professional Online Radio Show with Doctor Kathy Gruver talking
about Natural Health and Wellness. She lives in Santa Barbara and has
been a fitness professional, specializing in massage therapy, for over 20
years. Please visit Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 4.

7. EPISODE 05
DOUG BALZARINI
Creator of DBStrength
In this show, we get to talk to Doug Balzarini about his background in the
fitness industry, how he branched off on his own, and where he see the
fitness industry headed in the next several years. Please visit Fitness
Professional Online Show Episode 5.

8. EPISODE 06
DOUG HOLT
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In this show, fitness professionals are able to ask Doug Holt questions, as
well as get advice about about the fitness industry.
•1.Lynn via LinkedIn asks “I’m new to the fitness field, though I’ve been
working out most of my life. Do you have any suggestions for me?”
•2.Tyler from the Golden Circle Mastermind Group wrote in and asked
“I’ve owned a small training studio for ten years and have had problems
with keeping my staff motivated. My client book is solid, but getting them
up to par is tough. Any thoughts?” …Please visit Fitness Professional
Online Show Episode 6

9. EPISODE 07
VITO LAFATA
Fitness Profit Systems
In this show, we get to talk to Vito LaFata about his background in the
fitness industry, how he branched off on his own, and where he see's the
fitness industry headed in the next several years. Vito LaFata is an
entrepreneur in the fitness industry and tells us how he overcame the
many obstacles that stood in his way to become a prominent fitness
professional in the bustling city of New York, and how through this he saw
a gap in the industry and set out to fill it. Please visit Fitness Professional
Online Show Episode 7

10. EPISODE 08
LISA SHAUGNESSY
Creator - Agility Social Cues, Partner – Savvy Digital Business
In this episode we get to hear from Lisa Shaughnessy-the creator of Agility
Social Cues, the fitness professionals online resource for marketing and
social media information. Lisa tells us how she took her two passions,
fitness and marketing, and combined them to make a much needed
business! Learn from her expertise in social media within the fitness
industry to help make your marketing more effective. Read more on
Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 8.

11. EPISODE 09
AMANDA HARRIS
ACAC Fitness and Wellness Centers
In this episode we get to hear from Amanda Harris-the woman who has
been through the ins and outs of ACAC Fitness and Welness
Centers. Amanda tells us how she climbed her way to the top of ACAC
and how she found herself wanting to move back down the ladder a few
notches. Amanda tells us about her journey in the fitness world, how she
currently encourages and motivates those she works with, and how she
sees the future of the industry turning out. Know more about her at
Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 9.

12. EPISODE 10
KEN BALDWIN
Associate Professor at State University of New York & Executive
Director for the National Posture Institute
In this episode we get to hear from Ken Baldwin from the National Posture
Institute and his expert knowledge on posture. He gives us his insight on
the importance of posture, how it affects your body, how to reach ideal
alignment and more. He informs us of the risk trainers take when they
overlook posture in dealing with their clients and the negative affects it
has. So do your clients a favor and don't miss this episode at Fitness
Professional Online Show Episode 10.

13. EPISODE 11
MICHAEL TORRES
Founder and owner of The Integrated Performance Institute
In this episode we get to talk to Michael Torres, founder and owner of The
Integrated Performance Institute. Michael informs us of the obstacles and
hardships that come along with starting a business in the fitness industry
as well as the joys and moments that make it all worth it. If you are
thinking about starting your own business you do NOT want to miss this
episode. Michael gives his invaluable insight on the entire process and
shows us how he came to be known to bring together an approach unlike
any other the industry has seen with a continuum of care from Sports
Medicine to Sports Performance. Please visit Fitness Professional Online
Show Episode 11.

14. EPISODE 12
ACEA THEROUX
Creator and Founder of PlyoPower
In this episode we get to hear from Acea, the creator and founder
of PlyoPower, where they believe in training smarter instead of harder. He
tells us how he got into the business, the importance of seeking out
education and knowledge from others, and the motivation it took to make
a breakthrough in the industry. Acea has gone from a typical jock to a
certified CEU provider-learn the obstacles he had to face and how he
overcame them. Please visit Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 12.

15. EPISODE 13
LORI KENNEDY
Founder and CEO of WOW Nutrition Systems and The Wellness
Business Academy
In this episode, we have the pleasure of talking with Lori Kennedy,
from WOW! Weight Loss Inc. Through working with her clients and
listening to some of the common problems they faced, Lori discovered a
need for a weight loss program with success, positive results, and overall
wellness. Like many of you, Lori found a need in the fitness industry and
successfully did what it took to fill that missing hole. Not only does Lori
give us insight with what she does and how she can help YOU, but she
gives us a peek of what it takes to enter into the field of Nutrition and how
a little bit of passion can take you a long way. Interested in starting your
own nutrition business? Interested in helping your clients get the correct
nutritional information? Then you don't want to miss this interview!
Please visit Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 13.

16. EPISODE 14
KARSTEN JENSEN
Strength and Conditioning Expert
In this episode, we get to talk to our Strength and Conditioning expert
Karsten Jensen! Karsten has 15 years of experience as a Strength and
Conditioning Coach and is the owner and founder of Yes To Strength, a
company committed to "educating strength coaches, personal trainers,
and world class athletes on how to develop unlimited strength, power,
speed, and endurance by working with the inherent mechanisms of body,
mind, and spirit". He is the creator of The Flexible Periodization
Method and has worked with Olympic, World Class, and International
level athletes from 21 sports over the last 2 decades. He is the first
Strength Coach to create a complete system of periodization. So don't
waste any time and find out what he has to say! Please visit Fitness
Professional Online Show Episode 14.

17. EPISODE 15
ELDON BROUGH
Strength and Conditioning Expert
Eldon Brough currently holds the position of Assistant Strength &
Conditioning Coach at the University of Detroit Mercy, a Division 1 school.
Prior to Detroit, Eldon spent the 2010-11 and the 2011-12 school years as
the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Dixie State College of Utah.
Eldon got his start in Strength and Conditioning as a student assistant
coach at the University of Utah where he graduated, having majored in
Exercise Science. He is also CSCS Certified through the National Strength &
Conditioning Association. Eldon gives us his exclusive insight on what its
like to be a Strength and Conditioning coach working on the field as well
as a path of study! Learn how he climbed his way up to the top so you too
can be a Strength and Conditioning Success! Please visit Fitness
Professional Online Show Episode 15.

18. EPISODE 16
MIKE D’ANGELO
Developer - BodyEvolver PT Pro
Mike D'Angelo has over 20 years of ground-breaking success in the fitness
industry. He's a personal trainer in every sense of the term. D'Angelo
holds a degree in Exercise Science and is certified through the American
College of Sports Medicine as an Advanced Trainer. That's ACSM. Mike's
also a native of Boston where he's been recognized as Boston's top trainer.
He's also been rated as a top trainer in the country by Allure Magazine
and been nominated for the IDEA Trainer of the Year award… His
dedication runs so deep he developed BodyEvolver PT Pro, which I'll call
BodyEvolver moving through with this, a cutting-edge online program
which is quickly getting recognized as the most effective, efficient way for
fitness professionals to measure, track, plan, and manage their clients'
progress. Please visit Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 16.

19. EPISODE 17
RON MCKEEFERY
Strength and Conditioning Success
Ron is a nationally recognized leader in the area of sports development. In
fact, a Professional Football Strength and Conditioning Society awarded
him the Under Armour Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach of the
Year. He's been sought-after industry speaker. He has even lectured for the
National Strength and Conditioning Association, the Collegiate Strength
and Conditioning Association, and numerous major universities. He has
coached 30 NFL Draft Picks, including a first round Draft Pick and Pro
Bowlers. He has numerous All Americans, NFL free agents, and All
Conference Selections. To find out more about Ron just go over
to RonMcKeefery.com. You can also look at that link in the show notes at
Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 17.

20. EPISODE 18
JEFF DROCK
Successful Entrepreneur in Fitness Business
Jeff Drock is the president/founder of the Home Fitness Professionals
Association and that's a CEU- provider for over 9 training certification
organizations. Jeff's worked within in the fitness industry for over 15 years
and has been a personal trainer to 2-time heavyweight champion of the
world Shannon Briggs. Jeff Drock founded the Home Fitness Professionals
Association because he knew first hand just how difficult it was to create
and maintain a successful in-home or mobile training business. We'll talk a
lot about that in Jeff's past in the show today. Jeff currently resides in
Florida with his wife Laurie and his two daughters. More of him at Fitness
Professional Online Show Episode 18.

21. EPISODE 19
SANDY HANCOCK
Owner of Body by Sandy
She's the owner and CEO of Body By Sandy which is a fitness consultation
business for women and has been in the fitness industry for over 15 years.
She's a national figure competitor. Works with women who want to
achieve weight loss, weight gain or do a bikini or figure competition. She
has one-on-one personal training in her home gym or online training, a
nutrition for women who can't come to her. Both of Sandy's programs are
designed individually which I found very interesting and the way it should
be personally. She specializes in body sculpting so people can look
trimmed, fit and achieve their weight loss goals. She also integrates not
only the physical but also the psychological components. Please visit
Fitness Professional Online Show Episode 19 for show notes.

22. EPISODE 20
LISA LORRAINE TAYLOR
Quality Personal and Nutritional Training
Lisa is the owner of Taylor Made Fitness in San Diego where she's been
providing quality personal training and nutritional coaching services since
1995, a lot of information for everybody on that. Also, she specializes in
workouts of all abilities. She serves her clients in-home and studio,
outdoors and now online. We'll go into that in-depth in our conversation.
Lisa has a BS in Holistic Nutrition with an emphasis on nutrition and
optimal fitness. She offers her clients wellness that accommodates their
lifestyles and their personal goals. Please visit Fitness Professional Online
Show Episode 20 for show notes.

23. EPISODE 21
GREG MAURER
Bio Mechanics and Eccentric Training
Greg Maurer is an accomplished strategic adviser, professional speaker,
club management, sales and marketing consultant, as well as a fitness
programming expert. His expertise and experience in club management,
commercial fitness product and program development, business
development, marketing strategy, and strategic planning as well as
implementation has led him to a track record of success in many areas of
the fitness and wellness industry. Greg has over 27 years of experience in
the commercial fitness industry and so I'm so happy to have him here with
us today. For more information about Shaun, please visit Fitness
Professional Online Show Episode 21.

24. EPISODE 22
SHAUN ZETLIN
Push-up Progression
Shaun's background and qualifications for the past decade, he has
successfully run his own personal training business in the New York Metro
Area by being able to relate to each client's specific and individual needs
and goals. Shaun prides himself on developing exercise, plans and
nutritional menus for any clients fitness goals. His clientele range from the
athletes, senior citizen, bodybuilder and dancer. Shaun has been given a
highly regarded Master Trainer status. He's got a plethora of certifications
and continued education under his belt and he's got several books out.
For more information about Shaun, please visit Fitness Professional Online
Show Episode 22.

25. EPISODE 23
JULIO SALADO
Fitness Foundry
Most of you probably know Julio but if you happened not to read his
articles already, go over toFitnessProfessionalOnline.com where you can
pick up some of his authorship. Julio is an NSCA-CPT, U.S.A.W.
Performance Coach. He is also a nationally recognized personal trainer,
post-rehab specialist and a certificated Kettlebell & TRX Suspension
Training instructor. Julio is also a motivational speaker and an author. And
you can find his latest articles and video tips on his
website FitnessFoundry.net. More of him at Fitness Professional Online
Show Episode 23.

26. EPISODE 24
LORI KENNEDY
Persistence and Perseverance is Everything
Lori has over 13 years of experience in the fitness nutrition world. She's
the founder and CEO of Wow Nutrition System and Wellness Business
Academy which we'll talk a little bit about in the show. Since founding the
WOW Nutrition System way back in 2007, Lori and her WOW practitioners
have helped thousands of clients achieve their nutritional and weight loss
goals globally. Lori is on a mission to improve the lives both physically and
emotionally for one million people by 2022. Talk about a big goal to go for.
Lori transitioned out of brick and mortar business and took her entire
company online in 2012. Since then she's run many successful online
launches netting multiple 6-figures. Know more about her at Fitness
Professional Online Show Episode 24.

27. EPISODE 25
KARSTEN JENSEN
Flexible Periodization Model
Karsten, the owner of YesToStrength.com has helped world class and
Olympic athletes from 26 different sports for over 20 years. Many of his
athletes have won Olympic medals, European Championships and ATP
Tournaments. He is the first strength coach to create a complete system of
periodization, the Flexible Periodization Model, the first complete method
of periodization dedicated to holistic, individualized and periodicized, HIP
Training Programs. Karsten shares all aspects of the flexible periodization
method with his fellow strength coaches and personal trainers through
the flexible periodization method workshops series level 1 to 3. Personal
note: we have read some of Karsten's work and it is phenomenal. So you
definitely want to go out and check Karsten out at Fitness Professional
Online Show Episode 25.

28. EPISODE 26
CHRIS GELLERT
Pinnacle Training and Consulting Systems
Chris is the CEO of Pinnacle Training & Consulting Systems, a continuing
education company that provides educational materials in the form of
home-study courses, live seminars, DVDs, webinars, articles and many
books. Teaching in-depth the foundation science functional assessments
and practical application behind human movement that is evidence-
based. Chris is both the dynamic physical therapist with 14 years of
experience and a personal trainer with 17 years of experience with
advanced training. He has created over 10 courses and is an experienced
international fitness presenter at various websites including ours (Fitness
Professional Online) and international publications. He consults and
teaches seminars on human movement. More of him at Fitness
Professional Online Show Episode 26.

29. FITNESS PROFESSIONAL ONLINE
ABOUT US
Fitness Professional Online was the brainchild of Doug Holt, who saw the
need for an online resource for Fitness Professionals around the world.
While working for a certification company, Doug helped thousands of
professionals find the resources they needed, but it often took searching
through random sites and sending them all over the web. There needed
to be a hub that professionals could go to in order to get the information
they needed to help their clients. Doug also believed that there was no
one "right way" and wanted to create a space where a multitude of
research and theories could be presented and thus allow the professional
to decide what was best – hence Fitness Professional Online. Having
experience in magazine publishing, Doug also wanted to bring a magazine
style site to the savvy reader, releasing featured content for free to
readers each month.
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