Elite Trainer Academy

Cole Steininger - Mind Pump

The Elite Trainer Podcast is hosted by Kyle Pullin, a coach mentored by Sal, Adam, and Justin from Mind Pump and now leading the growth of their personal training business. This show is for fitness coaches who want to sharpen their skills, grow a real business, and impact more lives. Whether you're new to training or looking to level up, you'll get proven strategies, honest insights, and the tools to stand out in a crowded industry.

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Thursday · 31 min
The 5 Mistakes ALL Trainers Make During the First Session With a New Client | ETP #65
Are you setting your clients up for failure in the very first session?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the five most common mistakes trainers make with new clients from day one.From destroying them in the first workout to over assessing, over explaining, and never following up, we cover exactly what to do instead to make sure your clients leave that first session excited to come back.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Mistake 1 Brutal First Workouts08:00 Mistake 2 Over Assessing Clients16:00 Mistake 3 Over Explaining Exercises22:00 Mistake 4 Not Tying Workouts to Goals27:00 Mistake 5 Not Following Up After the SessionCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: https://Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?https://mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Cole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleKyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
Monday · 29 min
Keep Clients on Track During Busy Seasons of Life and Stop Losing Them When Life Gets Hard | ETP #64
What happens to your clients when life gets busy?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down why trainers lose clients during busy seasons and how to prevent it. We cover the protect reduce specify and resume framework, why communication is the most important non-negotiable, and how to get a specific verbal agreement from clients before a busy season hits so they stay engaged no matter what life throws at them.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Why Trainers Lose Clients in Busy Seasons07:30 The Three Non-Negotiables to Protect15:00 Protect Reduce Specify and Resume Framework23:00 Set the Communication Standard EarlyCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: https://Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?https://mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Cole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleKyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow
September 14 · 45 min
How to Handle the Client Who Says They Are Doing Everything but Not Getting Results | ETP #63
What do you do when a client blames you for their lack of progress?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down one of the trickiest coaching scenarios you will face. The client who insists they are doing everything right but still not seeing results. We cover how to approach the conversation with curiosity instead of accusation, how to rebuild trust when it starts to break down, and how to get your client back on the same team as you.We also talk about how to coach the client who is obsessed with looking lean and working hard, and why sometimes you have to give them what they want before you can change their mindset.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 The Client Who Does Everything but Gets No Results12:00 How to Approach Missing Food Log Data22:30 Rebuilding Trust When a Client Doubts Your Plan33:00 Coaching the Body Obsessed Client40:00 Making Small Changes Before Big OnesCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: https://Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?https://mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Cole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleKyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
September 9 · 33 min
Why Clients Dont Perceive Their Progress Correctly and How to Fix It as a Coach | Elite Training Academy Podcast #62
Why do clients feel like they are not making progress even when they are? In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the perception gap between how clients feel about their coaching and how they actually feel about their results. We cover why clients hide their real goals, how to surface them through the coaching process, and how to use leading indicators and lagging outcomes to show clients they are actually moving forward. We also give you a practical monthly progress report framework you can start using right away to make sure your clients always see and feel their progress clearly. If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this. Thanks for listening. We are just getting started. 00:00 The Client Perception Gap 08:30 Why Clients Hide Their Real Goals 16:00 Leading Indicators vs Lagging Outcomes
September 3 · 22 min
EP 61: You Can’t Out-Program an Adherence Problem
Are you coaching the body or the person?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the spectrum between physiological coaching and psychological coaching and why sitting too far on either end is holding your clients back. From the old school body-only trainer to the mindset-only coach, we cover what each gets wrong and how to find the right balance.We also share a real client example of how shifting between both sides of the spectrum over 16 months led to a complete transformation, and give you a framework for figuring out what your client actually needs right now.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Physiological vs Psychological Coaching07:30 The Body Only Coach14:00 The Mindset Only Coach19:00 How to Find the Right BalanceCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: https://Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?https://mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
August 26 · 25 min
EP 60: You Should Never Put a New Client in a Cut and When to Let Clients Make Their Own Mistakes
Should your first move with a new client always be a cut?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down why taking a new client straight into a deficit is almost always the wrong move and why building first creates more wins, more momentum, and better long-term results.We also talk about how to sell the reverse diet concept to clients who just want to lose weight fast, and why sometimes the best thing you can do as a coach is let a client make their own mistake and support them through it.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Why We Never Cut New Clients First08:00 How to Sell the Reverse Diet16:30 Let Clients Make Their Own Mistakes22:00 The GLP-1 ConversationCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
August 20 · 31 min
EP 59: New Trainer Mistakes: Pricing, Programming & Client Results
What would you do differently if you could start over as a trainer?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we share the biggest mistakes we made early on in our careers so you can avoid them. From selling sessions one by one instead of packages to copying exercises without understanding them, these are the things that slowed us down the most.We also talk about why you need to stop word dumping on clients and start asking better questions, why hiring a coach before you coach others is the fastest shortcut to becoming great, and how to take full ownership of your clients results instead of blaming them.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Biggest Pricing Mistakes08:00 Programming Mistakes Early On16:30 Stop Word Dumping on Clients23:00 Hire a Coach Before You Coach28:00 Take Ownership of Client ResultsCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
August 17 · 32 min
Ep 58: How to Know When a Client Is Ready to Graduate From Your Coaching
Should your clients need you forever?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down how to know when a client is actually ready to move on from coaching and how to reverse engineer that from day one. From consistency and emotional roller coasters to the milestone moment when clients start bouncing back on their own.We also talk about how to give clients a playbook for difficult situations, teach them to make their own decisions, and why positive reinforcement is more powerful than traditional accountability.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 When Clients Still Need You07:30 Signs They Are Ready to Graduate16:00 Teaching Clients to Bounce Back23:00 Give Clients a Playbook29:00 Reverse AccountabilityCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
August 13 · 45 min
EP 57: The Three Career Paths for Trainers, How to Move Up Fast in a Big Box Gym, and How to Get Your First Clients as a Solopreneur
What does a real career in personal training actually look like? In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the three main career paths for trainers. Working your way up in a big box gym, going solo as a solopreneur, or building a team and scaling a business. We cover the pros and cons of each and how to actually execute on whichever path fits your goals. We also talk about how to move up fast in a gym by dropping the scarcity mindset and becoming an asset to your team. Plus the best strategies for getting your first clients when you go out on your own including local paid ads, organic content, and why sometimes the best lead gen is just talking to people. If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this. Thanks for listening. We are just getting started. 00:00 Three Career Paths for Trainers 08:30 Working Up in a Big Box Gym 18:45 Going Solo as a Solopreneur 28:00 Getting Your First Clients 38:00 Local Ads vs Organic Content
August 10 · 34 min
EP 56: The Business Metrics Every Trainer Needs to Track, Why Perceived Momentum Matters, and How to Set Communication Expectations
Do you actually know if your coaching business is growing? In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the four key business metrics every trainer needs to be tracking. From retention and close rate to average dollar per sale and new leads, knowing these numbers tells you exactly where to focus your energy. We also talk about why perceived momentum in your coaching app matters more than optimal programming, and why something as simple as setting clear communication expectations can be the difference between a client who stays and one who quietly drops off. If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this. Thanks for listening. We are just getting started. 00:00 The Four Business Metrics to Track 09:30 Retention Is the Most Important Metric 18:45 Perceived Momentum in the App 27:00 Setting Communication Expectations 31:00 Hire a Coach to Learn From
August 6 · 39 min
EP 55: How to Handle Sales Objections, What They Really Mean, and How to Close More Clients
Are you losing clients because of objections you could have prevented? In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the three most common sales objections trainers face. Price, stall, and spouse. We explain why every single one of them is a smokescreen for something else and how to get to the real reason someone is hesitating. We also cover how to prevent objections before they even come up, how to respond when a client says I need to think about it, and why building value in the conversation is the most important thing you can do before price ever comes up. If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this. Thanks for listening. We are just getting started. 00:00 Mindset Around Objections 08:30 The Three Common Objections 18:45 How to Prevent Objections 27:00 Responding to I Need to Think About It 34:00 Reps Are Everything in Sales
August 3 · 29 min
EP 54: What New Trainers Get Wrong When Coaching Women Through Weight Loss
Are you making these mistakes with your female clients? In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the most common mistakes new trainers make when coaching women through weight loss transformations. From being too focused on aesthetics to pushing clients too hard and being too rigid with nutrition, we cover what to do instead and why it makes all the difference. We also talk about why stress and sleep are often the most important factors to address before you even touch diet and training, and how to build sustainable habits that actually last. If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this. Thanks for listening. We are just getting started. 00:00 Too Focused on Aesthetics 07:30 Pushing Clients Too Hard 16:00 Managing Stress and Sleep 22:30 Being Too Rigid With Nutrition
July 28 · 33 min
EP 53: The 5 Key Metrics Every Coach Should Track
How do you know if your client is actually making progress?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the five key metrics every coach should be monitoring with their clients. From workout consistency to waist circumference and weight, we cover exactly what to look at and how often to look at it.We also tackle one of the most debated topics in coaching right now. Should your clients be tracking their food? We break down both sides and why most general population clients do not need to track to get great results.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Key Metrics to Track With Clients09:30 Workout Consistency as an Indicator18:45 Waist Circumference and Weight Together27:00 Should Clients Track Their Food33:00 Whole Foods vs TrackingCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
July 27 · 33 min
EP 53: The 5 Key Metrics Every Coach Should Track
How do you know if your client is actually making progress?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the five key metrics every coach should be monitoring with their clients. From workout consistency to waist circumference and weight, we cover exactly what to look at and how often to look at it.We also tackle one of the most debated topics in coaching right now. Should your clients be tracking their food? We break down both sides and why most general population clients do not need to track to get great results.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Key Metrics to Track With Clients09:30 Workout Consistency as an Indicator18:45 Waist Circumference and Weight Together27:00 Should Clients Track Their Food33:00 Whole Foods vs TrackingCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
July 20 · 34 min
EP 52: From Cop to Top Sales Closer | How to Sell Without Being Pushy
Can you go from zero sales experience to closing almost a million dollars in coaching?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we sit down with Marcelo to talk about how he went from law enforcement to becoming our top sales closer with no training or sales background. His story is one of the most inspiring we have heard and there is a ton that trainers can learn from it.We also break down why you do not have to be an extrovert to be good at sales, how to sell from a place of genuine care instead of pressure, and why believing in yourself as a coach is the foundation of everything.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Marcelo Background and Story08:30 From Trainer to Sales Manager16:45 Introverts Can Crush Sales24:00 Selling From a Place of Care30:00 Biggest Sales Mistakes New Trainers MakeCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
July 13 · 36 min
EP 51: What the First Six Months With a New Client Should Look Like From Onboarding to First Cut
Check out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?mindpumppersonaltraining.com What should the first six months with a new client actually look like?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down a month by month framework for taking a new client from onboarding all the way through their first cut. From collecting baseline data in month one to building momentum with small wins, reverse dieting, and knowing when to pull out of a deficit early.We also talk about the biggest mindset shifts you need to teach your clients in those first six months so they stick with you long term and actually reach their goals.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started. 00:00 First Month With a New Client 09:15 Building Momentum With Small Wins 18:30 Reverse Dieting Before the Cut 27:00 Managing the Cut Phase 33:00 Teaching Clients to Embrace Hunger
July 6 · 29 min
Ep 50: Why Clients Stop Working With You, How to Set Realistic Plans
Why do clients really drop off?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the three reasons clients stop working with you and how to reverse engineer each one to build long term retention. From taking full responsibility as a coach to setting realistic intentions your clients can actually follow through with.We also get into why technician coaches who just hand out programs and meal plans are going to be replaced by AI and what separates the coaches who will thrive in the next few years.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Why Clients Drop Off08:30 Taking Responsibility as a Coach16:45 Setting Realistic Client Intentions24:00 Why AI Will Replace Bad CoachesCheck out our School Community with a 7-day FREE trial: Elitetrainergroup.comGet 1.9 CEU's with our Course ! mindpumpfitnesscoaching.comNeed a Personal Trainer ?mindpumppersonaltraining.comInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMarcelo Villacis - @mindpumpmarceloMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy YouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
June 29 · 49 min
EP 49: Why Genuine Curiosity Makes You a Better Coach
What makes a truly great coach?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we sit down with one of our best coaches to talk about leading every conversation with genuine curiosity instead of falling into your own trends and biases.We also break down the three things that actually create client retention. Connection, results, and adaptability. Plus we tackle one of the hardest parts of online coaching, how to work with clients who give short responses or go unresponsive, and why being direct and owning your mistakes builds more trust than you think.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started. 00:00 Leading With Genuine Curiosity 12:30 What Creates Client Retention 24:45 Coaching Unresponsive Clients 38:00 Owning Your Mistakes as a CoachInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyle Zack Quaderer - @coachzackquadererCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy Sal Distefano - @mindpumpdistefanoJustin Andrews - @mindpumpjustinAdam Schafer - @mindpumpadam Doug Egge- @mindpumpdougYouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
June 22 · 40 min
Giving Direct Client Feedback, Asking Better Questions, and Building Real Community
How do you give clients direct feedback without being pushy?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down the difference between accountability and positive reinforcement, and how to deliver direct feedback that actually creates change. From asking for permission to leading with the bigger picture, we cover the exact framework that works.We also dive into asking deeper questions as a coach. Instead of giving all the answers, learn how to guide your clients through their own thought process so they develop the skills to solve problems on their own. Finally, we tackle community in the gym. Why it matters for long-term results, how to encourage your clients to build real connections, and why starting with a simple head nod can change everything.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Giving Direct Feedback09:30 Asking Better Questions22:15 Building Gym Community35:00 Starting Real ConnectionsInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy Sal Distefano - @mindpumpdistefanoJustin Andrews - @mindpumpjustinAdam Schafer - @mindpumpadam Doug Egge- @mindpumpdougYouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f
June 15 · 34 min
Why Fat Loss Challenges Set Clients Up for Failure, How to Reframe Obstacles Into Growth | ETP #47
Why do we hate fat loss challenges?In this episode of the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast brought to you by Mind Pump, we break down why 30-day fat loss challenges are terrible for your clients and your business. From setting the wrong precedent to creating a perpetual cycle of churn, we explain why focusing on quick results is a losing strategy.We also talk about reframing obstacles. Life will throw curveballs at your clients. The question is how you help them see those barriers as growth opportunities instead of excuses to quit. Plus we dive into the specific coaching techniques that create real behavior change and mindset shifts.If you got value from this episode make sure to follow or subscribe to the Elite Trainer Academy Podcast so you never miss an episode. Share it with a fellow trainer who needs to hear this.Thanks for listening. We are just getting started.00:00 Fat Loss Challenges09:15 Why Challenges Fail18:30 Reframing Obstacles26:45 Creating Behavior Change32:00 Positive Coaching PhrasesInstagram:Kyle Pullin - @mindpumpkyleCorinne Schmiedhauser - @mindpumpcorinneCole Steininger - @mindpumpcoleMind Pump Fitness Coaching - @elitetraineracademy Sal Distefano - @mindpumpdistefanoJustin Andrews - @mindpumpjustinAdam Schafer - @mindpumpadam Doug Egge- @mindpumpdougYouTube:Mind Pump Show - @MindPumpShow Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6i2iSdbEu9PFJ62bYvrj58?si=f66779f77fc7488f

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