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Jordan's Sperm Count, Phishing Scams, Getting New Online Coaching Clients, and More...

In this episode, we discuss a wild story about Jordan's sperm count, an absolutely insane phishing scam, how to get new online coaching clients without posting online, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lc86Cc28EC8TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Checking in on fear, anger, & stress(02:29) — Time vs money & the cost of convenience(08:12) — The ketchup conundrum(11:33) — These scams are getting intense (and scary)(17:28) — The art of conversation & the importance of delivery(25:12) — Jordan's sperm count & unhinged social media behavior(34:58) — Growing an online business WITHOUT social media(42:13) — Finding motivation beyond financial needs(48:52) — Has gym culture changed... Or is it just me?(53:44) — Some wisdom from the Tanakh(57:05) — Don't forget to get on our email list so you don't miss the Black Friday Mentorship saleYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

09-09
58:11

The Great Lock-In of 2025, Stupid Pranks, The Right Way to Eat Oreos, and More

In this episode, we dive into The Great Lock-In of 2025 (aka you need to get to work)! Also stupid social media pranks, the right way to eat Oreos, the great abduction debate, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IDnnsL75LdkTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — We're locking in for today's episode(01:08) — What's up with my fat face?(02:30) — The great abduction debate(07:00) — Can we all just agree that Smith machines are actually awesome?(13:24) — Keep your unsolicited advice to yourself(21:01) — Prepare yourselves for a Black Friday sale for the Mentorship(21:49) — An advanced dieting strategy (for the lazy man)(26:43) — Our thoughts on Mind Pump Sal's new YouTube series(37:06) — The Great Lock-In of 2025(41:20) — Joining the weighted vest debate(48:32) — Portion control, snack choices, & the misconceptions around caloric burn(57:11) — The impact of social media behavior & the dangers of modern youth culture(1:03:08) — Orwell or Huxley... Who was more of an oracle?(1:05:30) — Don't forget to mark your calendars for the Black Friday sale in the MentorshipYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

09-02
01:06:13

A Case Study: Building Your Online Fitness Business

In this episode, we go over a real life case study, giving insight to a coach looking to build his slow-growing online fitness business. We also discuss banned books, pick-up artists, haircuts, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tSElsSCizTATIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Jordan's eventful morning(03:23) — Meaty hands & Neanderthal strength(07:12) — This is an absolute peak neck stretch(08:46) — New research on intra-workout carbs(12:16) — An undermentioned benefit of procreation(14:28) — Should I throw in the towel? An online business case study(33:27) — Broken brains & why Mike should probably avoid buzz cuts(43:24) — Why the double standard?(46:28) — The REAL lesson from the pick-up forum days (what all young men should focus on)(54:49) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

08-26
55:32

Addressing The Drama: Jordan's GLP-1 Experiment

In this episode, we dive head first into all of the drama surrounding Jordan's GLP-1 experiment. No BS. No beating around the bush. You like drama? Here's your drama.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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z030QTG_BaITIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Road dogs & golf tournies(03:48) — Grace & Grit (shoutout Joelle Cavagnaro)(06:44) — The secret GLP-1 experiment(15:23) — Who are GLP-1s really for?(22:51) — GLP-1 impacts on health markers(25:31) — The messaging around GLP-1s & the need for nuance & skepticism(30:22) — Is the experiment going to continue?(34:03) — There's no biological "free lunch"(39:29) — Happy 1st birthday, Slim Jim! (& some advice for new parents/parents-to-be)(42:59) — This kid has the Mamba Mentality(44:38) — Goodbye Instagram(49:51) — Putting GLP-1 usage into perspective(53:58) — A little teaser for next week(56:23) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

08-19
57:33

New Sleep Study, The Presidential Fitness Test, New Social Media Consumption Strategy, and More

In this episode, we discuss an incredible new sleep study, the controversy over the Presidential Fitness Test, Mike's new social media strategy, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GTyEHmjphdQTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Re-discovering the joys of juicing (06:36) — The RETURN of the Presidential Fitness Test: Weighing the pros, cons, & arguments(20:27) — What OUR Presidential Fitness Test would look like(26:44) — We could all use some more B-tier movements in our lives(28:18) — We've got it SO GOOD these days with our food options(32:32) — The wonders of nature(35:52) — Mike's new (awesome) social media consumption strategy(40:29) — Don't run from the bad, run TOWARD the good(44:59) — Sleep consistency vs total amount of sleep(48:43) — Our least favorite alcoholic drinks of all time(53:51) — Big shoutouts(55:19) — One last message before we goYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

08-12
56:09

Make Bro Science Great Again, High Reps vs Low Reps, "Blinded" Cardio, and More...

In this episode, we discuss why we all need to make bro science great again, high reps vs low reps in training, "blinded" cardio, and much 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ok2Vp0lgvdMTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Mike's new pre-workout (06:32) — The problem with perfect temperature regulation (I Can't Prove This But...)(12:25) — An N=1 disclaimer about Stevia(15:24) — Trusting AI more than a doctor & why dermatology is a scam(23:09) — Don't be like these people...(27:32) — Shoutout to all our incarcerated listeners over the years—keep grinding!(29:09) — High reps vs low reps(34:03) — Stop living in dystopian comment sections online(36:14) — The REAL reason Jordan has a "grip strength day" & when Mike is hopping on testosterone(50:34) — The keys to our immunity(55:59) — We're bringing bro science back(57:20) — "Blinded" cardio will change your life(1:02:26) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

08-05
01:03:32

Plyometrics and Epstein's List

In this episode, we discuss plyometrics (especially upper body plyos), where the hell is Epstein’s list, marrying AI, and much 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6Z8cMQQF1i0TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Energy drinks, solid lifts, & how not to sell your service to someone (04:11) — Walking paths, nature, & mindfulness practice(10:01) — The power of analogies(13:34) — An update on Mike's dopamine list (i.e. his excuse for being underprepared for today's podcast)(15:43) — Should we be thinking more about plyometrics?(24:36) — The health benefits of sun exposure(31:22) — Grok vs ChatGPT vs Perplexity(35:23) — Where the hell is the Epstein list??(43:37) — Distrust of the government & the nature of political stances(49:44) — The future of technology & society(54:27) — The ethics of AI relationships & the razor thin line between empathy & enabling(59:14) — Recognizing the face of true evil(1:04:40) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

07-29
01:05:19

How to Become a Millionaire

In this episode, we discuss how to become a millionaire, the truth about communism, government run grocery stores, new meta analysis on collagen, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wz8Y3IQsTeQTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Shoutout Alyssa & Scott (thanks for listening!) (02:29) — Shoutout Michael Mizrachi on his WSP victory (even though you don't know who we are)(10:53) — Collagen meta-analysis shenanigans(14:45) — Recency bias in the "evidence-based" community(18:02) — Sensationalism-based "science" in today's world(29:40) — Why YOU are the only person (or thing) you should ever fully rely on(35:09) — The truth about communism & the fallacy (& dangers) of "equal outcomes"(41:37) — What it ACTUALLY takes to become a millionaire(54:02) — If you only take one thing from this episode...You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

07-22
57:23

Is Collagen Worth It? The Truth About Artificial Sweeteners, Caffeine Controversies, The Big Beautiful Bill, And More...

In this episode, we discuss if collagen is worth it, the truth about artificial sweeteners, caffeine controversies, the big beautiful bill, and much 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OoRfcMaqdPoTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Eating out in NYC (01:49) — They don't make movies like they used to...(03:56) — Is collagen worth it?(10:39) — The Big Beautiful Bill (paying attention to the economy as a small business owner)(17:19) — The importance of balance in training (especially as we age)(26:28) — How to know if you're on the right path in life(31:14) — The TRUTH about artificial sweeteners & caffeine(34:49) — The impossible 30-day challenge(44:57) — Our athlete Mt. Rushmore(50:08) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

07-15
51:35

When to Quit Your 9-5, Polarizing Your Audience, Unexpected Benefits of Yo-Yo Dieting, and More...

In this episode, we discuss when you should quit your 9-5 to go all-in on your online coaching business, how to polarize your audience, the unexpected benefits of yo-yo dieting, and much 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6KQyDafCzRQTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Sleep deprivation, professional executors, & the future of teleportation (06:39) — How to effectively polarize your audience(11:15) — The role of advertising & social media on influencing behavior(21:13) — Hospital regulars, last meals, & the unexpected benefits of yo-yo dieting(27:19) — When to quit your 9-5 (& the harsh realities of starting/running your own business)(39:16) — Extremely important bagel talk(41:07) — How long does it take to start seeing results (both fat loss & muscle gain)?(46:58) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

07-08
47:46

Low Fat vs Low Carb, Protein Strategies, Rest-Pause Training, Mike HATES Chicken Salad, Steroids Are Cheating, & More...

In this episode, we discuss low fat vs low carb diets, protein strategies while traveling, rest-pause training, why Mike hates chicken salad, steroids are cheating, and much 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iqxy_hLMrdUTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Congratulations to everyone who took advantage of the Mentorship sale—we're pumped to have you!(01:23) — Mike's got something to say about chicken salad(05:41) — Plastic vs glass (stop majoring in the minors)(08:43) — Dad life updates(10:57) — Hip thrusts & protein journeys(13:10) — Why Jordan having your phone number could be bad for your sleep(18:42) — Parenthood & public perception(24:56) — Daddy's home...?(28:54) — The evolution of podcasting & content creation (& how it differs from short-form)(36:42) — Mike is giving Jordan some homework(41:06) — Low fat vs low carb diets(45:18) — Protein strategies while traveling (outside the US)(51:35) — Rest-pause training?(52:34) — Steroids are cheating(57:05) — Our favorite sleep supplements(59:16) — What to absolutely NOT do with Advil PM(1:06:41) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

07-01
01:07:14

Jordan's Financial Situation, Guessing Mike's ATM PIN, Hiring Your First Employee, and More...

In this episode, we discuss Jordan's financial situation, his journey to becoming a mentalist (as he guesses Mike's ATM PIN), hiring your first employee, and much 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uc_bEXf40GcTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Mentorship sale is ending SOON (don't miss out!)(02:27) — Anger, fear, & dad life updates(06:45) — Jordan's financial situation(20:42) — We actually DO all have the same 24 hours in a day...(28:56) — The line between empathy and enabling(35:56) — When should you hire your FIRST employee (& who should it be)?(44:40) — Generational differences are WILD...(49:30) — Jordan's journey to becoming a mentalist(1:07:25) — Don't miss out on the Mentorship sale!You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

06-24
01:08:36

Love on The Spectrum, Our Biggest Disagreement Ever, Dad Life, and More...

In this episode, we have the biggest disagreement we've ever had and we also discuss the show Love on The Spectrum, dad life, sleep, flexibility training, and much 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WRfHt9bxMG0TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Mentorship sale is ending SOON (don't miss out!)(01:56) — Love on the Spectrum & the ethics of reality TV(13:07) — Elon vs Trump(19:32) — The ages of major health shifts throughout life(29:30) — Takeaways from Jordan's journey to full side splits(35:52) — Dad life updates(37:57) — Rethinking college funds for children(42:09) — The value of walking the walk as a coach(43:19) — How well (or not) we've been sleeping recently(48:15) — The pros and cons of bootcamp style workouts (our biggest disagreement EVER)(57:43) — Don't miss out on the Mentorship sale!You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

06-17
58:18

Enough with The Seed Oil Propaganda, Quit Giving Into Your Impulsive Pleasures, Mike's Insane Fat Loss Macros, & More...

In this episode, we discuss the nonsense seed oil propaganda being shoved down our throats, why you need to quit giving into your impulsive pleasures, Mike's insane fat loss macros, 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.comThank you!-J & M11 Reason to Not Become Famous (Tim Ferriss) - https://tim.blog/2020/02/02/reasons-to-not-become-famousWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/i-uy4Mh7Wf4TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — What NOT to do in door-to-door sales(05:21) — Speaking of sales... (the Mentorship... It's on sale NOW)(15:47) — Reasons to NOT become famous(20:41) — Quit giving in to your impulsive pleasures(30:17) — We need to start calling ourselves out on our shit more often(43:56) — Pickles are basically a super food(45:28) — The value of doing what you're supposed to even when you don't want to(46:03) — We're tired of this seed oil NONSENSE(54:18) — Mike's cutting macros & our favorite sources of (real) healthy fats(1:02:58) — Don't miss out on the Mentorship sale!You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

06-10
01:03:39

Nicotine vs. Caffeine, Food Addiction, Finding Balance in Life, & More...

In this episode, we discuss nicotine vs. caffeine, the truth about food addiction, finding balance in life, highly palatable foods, and much 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZFpOtpW0SrUTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — The Mentorship is on sale NOW (but not for long)(06:03) — Jordan's return to BJJ(09:23) — Managing health (workouts, nutrition, sleep, etc.) & family life(25:02) — The impact of media on your mindset(28:40) — The focus on performance vs aesthetics(32:26) — The slippery slope of social media (& the stranglehold it has on us)(37:42) — The role of influencers in politics(41:25) — Balancing your life after starting a family(47:52) — The surge in the popularity of nicotine(55:29) — Addictiveness vs negative health benefits between nicotine, caffeine, & hyper-palatable foods(1:00:34) — Don't miss out on the Mentorship sale!You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

06-03
01:01:54

You SHOULD Train Through Pain, Male and Female Beauty Standards (GROSS!), Dad Life, What We've Changed Our Mind On in The Last 5 Years, & More...

In this episode, we discuss why you SHOULD train through pain, gross male and female beauty standards, dad life, what we've changed our minds on in the last 5 years, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/v3WbbbLIV2gTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Dad life updates, social media trends, & how Grok has infiltrated Mike's life(07:35) — Mike has changed his mind on a certain meal prep service(14:09) — This story is so wild we can't spoil it in the timestamp(16:42) — Good stress vs bad stress & the driving emotions behind running a business(22:49) — Teaching kids about money(26:38) — The realities vs "ideals" of communism(31:49) — Is getting the "optimal" protein amount overrated?(34:40) — Why saying "you should never work through pain" is WRONG(47:00) — Where are you placing your f*cks?(50:07) — The impact of societal expectations on body image (it's insane)(1:00:34) — We've got a BIG Mentorship surpriseYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

05-27
01:03:42

Mike is a DAD!

Mike is officially a dad to a beautiful baby girl and we spend the entire episode talking about dad life. There is zero helpful information in here for personal trainers—just us talking about being dads—so if you want to hear us shoot the shit and see Mike cry (seriously), dive in.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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jGYLF3ZejaQTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — The joys of fatherhood(09:05) — Shifting perspectives on fitness(16:19) — Redefining strength and training goals(25:57) — The time for excuses is over (you don't have a choice anymore)(27:50) — The case for NOT optimizing muscle growth(33:30) — Jordan's sleeper build(34:48) — Mike's a sensitive guy(36:34) — Things make sense now that never made sense before(39:03) — Cherishing the newborn stage(41:08) — Slipping into cheap dopamine habits(47:37) — Mike has had a revelation about rice cakes(53:47) — All it takes to get back on track is a solid 30-day challenge(54:59) — Don't miss the Mentorship sale coming soon (join our email list here)You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

05-20
56:05

Jordan's Olive Oil Era, Male Hormone Changes During Household Pregnancy, The Meaning of Life, and More...

In this episode, we discuss Jordan being in his olive oil era, how male hormones change when their wife is pregnant, the meaning of life, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mjz91ep8FA0TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Mike has been feeling low-T, high-E lately(02:57) — Male hormone changes during a household pregnancy(10:05) — Is there a link between testosterone levels & the gender of a child?(14:50) — TV & movie recommendations (& don't you EVER equate Gossip Girl to One Tree Hill)(24:07) — "Granola lifestyle" hypocrisy(26:15) — Jordan is in his olive oil era(34:18) — Balancing effectiveness vs enjoyment—when to tell a client no(43:38) — Finding meaning in life(51:47) — Why people care more about aesthetics rather than health (or do they?)(59:30) — Don't miss the Mentorship sale coming soon (join our email list here)You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

05-06
01:02:06

The Harvard Situation, Power of Nostalgia, Food Restriction Isn’t All Bad, Biggest Regrets, and More...

In this episode, we discuss the nonsense happening at Harvard, the power of nostalgia, why food restriction isn’t all bad, biggest regrets, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Wh0Ul0hp0jkTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Mike needs more vitamin D in his life(03:26) — Homeschooling & the shortcomings of the public school system(08:09) — Mike's interesting gym experience(10:40) — The power of nostalgia(12:05) — Consumerism & the psychology behind impulse buying(17:29) — Why food restriction isn't all bad(32:42) — Temptation & spiritual growth(36:36) — How wild were Jordan's anonymous Q&As?(37:31) — Adding extra exercises to workout programs(39:33) — GLP-1s, muscle loss, & creatine(44:56) — Our favorite protein sources(46:26) — My coach won't bill me... What should I do?(47:51) — Our biggest regrets(57:29) — The Harvard situation(1:02:30) — Wrap-upYou can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

04-29
01:03:10

NSFW! The Harsh Truth About Building Your Online Fitness Business, Degenerate OnlyFans Behavior, Toes-to-Bar Ab Exercises, Butthole Sunning, and More...

In this episode, we discuss the harsh truth about building your online fitness business, degenerate OnlyFans behavior, toes-to-bar ab exercises, butthole sunning, 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.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pg9Dpgn9CuITIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — The harsh truth about building your online fitness business(13:34) — Degenerate OnlyFans behavior(26:30) — Which is better: higher 'clean' calories, or lower-calorie 'crap'?(36:53) — More unpopular advice for building your online fitness business(43:01) — The politics of health(48:50) — Why it's so important to put your content out there—even if you feel like you're "not ready"(51:13) — Tanning your butthole(57:37) — Our thoughts on toes-to-bar(1:00:27) — Keep an eye out for a Mentorship sale SOON (join our email list to hear when it's live)You can find a full transcript of this episode by clicking hereFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

04-22
01:01:25

Mahsa Mohseni

Hi, this is Mahsa. I'm glad to hear you guys, I just wanted to say I'm going through the same process recently. I haven't scrolled for almost a week, and I'm more focused on my work and I feel more happier and more present but you know there is something that I've been thinking about it feels like left out from others like instead of scrolling in the buss I read book and people look at me really weird thank you guys hoping learning from you that i can become a personal trainer

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Mahsa Mohseni

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