Coach's Chat
108 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsBuild a thriving career as a fitness professional! Coach's chat is a podcast chock-full of thoughtful conversations with industry professionals, musings on common hang ups and challenges for new trainers and actionable advice for growing and succeeding as a coach for years to come!
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Why People Don't Sign Up For Your Free Training Sessions (And How To Change That)
July 07, 2023 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.52 MB"But the session is FREE?! Why don't they sign up?" It seems counterintuitive to trainers but people don't run to sign up for complimentary personal training sessions. Instead, many run away as fast as they can! In this episode, I talk why and discuss effective strategies that go beyond just offering complimentary sessions, focusing on building a connection that makes your potential clients feel comfortable and excited to give the free session a try. Coach's Chat has new episodes every T...
Helping Clients Appreciate The Results They Can't See
July 04, 2023 11:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBAs trainers we understand the wide variety of benefits that come with consistent resistance training. And some of the best results are actually the absence of something (no more back pain, not feeling winded any more) but that can be tricky to quantify and even harder for a client to notice. In this episode, I offer suggestions for helping clients recognize and appreciate these really important quality of life wins. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscr...
Tips To Help Clients Balance Fitness Goals And Relaxation On Summer Vacations
June 23, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBClients traveling this summer? In this episode, I share my recent experiences traveling to D.C. and discuss how we, as trainers, can help our clients stay consistent with their fitness goals without sacrificing their vacation fun. Learn how to program workouts for travel, make the most of hotel gyms, explore new classes and activities, and even when to encourage clients to take a break from their goals. I also discuss the importance of rest and how to discuss "guilt" when it comes to taking ...
100 Episodes: The Value In Sticking With It
June 20, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB100 episodes in and Betsy has some wisdom. In this episode she offers insights as it relates to persistence and what you can gain from pushing when you hit hurdles and difficult times. While it's super helpful for anyone at the start of their training career, the principles can be applied to lifting and life! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for liste...
Protecting Your Peace In A Helping Profession
June 13, 2023 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBHelping others, constantly "being on", and interacting with a variety of people day in and day out can be exhausting. In this episode gives you 4 strategies to ensure you are caring for yourself so that you can feel good, live the life you want outside of work, and still enjoy your job. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for listening! Your support mea...
2 Non-Sleazy Ways To Get New Clients Fast
June 09, 2023 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MBIt's fast Friday! In under 10 minutes, Betsy gives you two ways you can fill spots in your schedule without being creepy or sleazy. AND they are designed to ensure you get the kind of client who is the right fit for you! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for listening! Your support means the world!
Do These 3 Things With Every Client To Future Proof Your Business
June 06, 2023 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBWhen it comes to building a successful training business, acquiring and retaining clients, you can know all there is to know about exercise science and still come up short if you don't do these 3 three things with each and every client! Be sure to write these 3 things down somewhere you can look at before you start each and every training session! Your clients will thank you. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on...
Your Unique Career Path Is A Gift: Betsy's Trainer Origin Story
May 30, 2023 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBWhen 5 year olds are asked, "what do you want to be when you grow up", not many say personal trainer. It isn't necessarily a common career aspiration and many trainers have had a career or two before they chose to pursue the role full time. In this episode, Betsy shares her own story of her circuitous path and why a non-traditional road to the job can be a real asset. This episode is an encouraging one for anyone who may be on the fence about taking that career leap or struggling with imp...
Determining What Professional Integrity Means To You
May 09, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBWhat does professional integrity look like? Honestly, different for everyone. In this episode , Betsy gets vulnerable about integrity, judgement, and what she has expected of others in the past. She shares her own integrous actions and how they align with her personal values and encourages you to determine your own and seek out professional spaces and colleagues who share some of the same. A great episode for new and veteran coaches for creating clarity around what is important to you pr...
"Don't Underestimate The Importance Of Body Language"
May 02, 2023 19:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBUrsula said it and I'll say it again, body language is important. In personal training it is a form of important communication to your clients, colleagues, and potential prospects. In this episode, Betsy breaks down the importance of body language, what to strive for with "good" body language, and how to get honest feedback about what your real body language communicates to others. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow...
The #1 Tip For Trainers Looking To Add Value For Their Clients
April 26, 2023 00:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBIt's about the how! Everyone and their brother on the internet is telling people to eat more protein or the importance consistency but who is out there connecting the dots? In this episode Betsy shares tips on the must-use strategy for adding value for your clients and getting them real results. She walks you through a step-by-step approach you can start using with your clients right away! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy ...
3 Reasons It's Great To Start Your Training Career In A Gym
April 18, 2023 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBSo many people think they want to be their own boss or start their own business and while there are many advantages, when you are starting out there is so much to be gained by working for someone else. In this episode Betsy talks about building knowledge and experience working in the commercial gym setting and why it can be a great place for new grads, career changers, and side hustlers to get their start. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! Fo...
Tips For Having Delicate Conversations With Clients About Alcohol And Fitness Goals
April 11, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBThere are just some subjects that are tricky and talking to a client about their alcohol consumption is one of them. In this episode Betsy talks about how and when it is appropriate to bring up this kind of conversation, what kinds of questions you might want to ask, and other strategies for providing habit change tools without making someone feel judged. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit...
Are You Pretending To Be A Physical Therapist Instead Of A Personal Trainer?
April 07, 2023 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBThis is a big stay in your lane episode! Whether it's because you think you can "fix" what is wrong with your client or you subconsciously feel like you have something to prove, you can start doing thing that are out of your scope. That is dangerous, unprofessional, and it's selling yourself short on what you can do really well as a personal trainer. Betsy gives you tons of insight on where we may be mistaking weakness for lack of mobility, why we can't diagnose, how we can be more effecti...
If You Love Them Let Them Go: Why You Need To Make It Easy For People To Stop Training
April 04, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBEver had to cancel something and they made it nearly impossible, making you jump through hoop after hoop? Or worse they made you feel guilty for wanting to stop? In personal training, it's hard not to take people leaving personally, but how you handle the end of client relationships says a lot about your professionalism. In this episode Betsy tells you how to handle when a client wants to stop training or take a pause. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to s...
It's Ok To Think Personal Training Is Boring Sometimes
March 29, 2023 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBNot everyday is going to be thrilling! For many who turned to personal training because they were passionate about helping people, it can feel disappointing to get bored on the job (maybe it is just a general lackluster feeling about the work after the first months or years were super stimulating with lots of new info and interesting challenges). Betsy breaks down why it's ok to have lulls, how to still show up professionally for your clients, and some strategies for dealing with the feeli...
How To Be A Better Trainer For Clients Struggling With Body Image: Part 2
March 14, 2023 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBIn the second part of this 2 part series, Betsy offers actionable tactics for supporting clients who are struggling with body image. She offers suggestions for creating a body neutral training environment as well as when and how to consider referring out for additional support. Be sure to listen and send your questions to Betsy at [email protected] or send an Instagram DM to @foster_strength! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more f...
How To Be A Better Trainer For Clients Struggling With Body Image: Part 1
March 08, 2023 20:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBExercise and body image will always be linked, whether explicitly or more subconsciously as body image includes the behaviors we engage in that impact how we feel about our body. As a trainer you can be a powerful facilitator of a neutral/positive body image space. This series starts with steps you can take to honestly reflect on your personal body image and take steps to show up as your most professional self to support your client. A must listen for trainers looking to cultivate a safe ...
The #1 Tip To Improve Your Client's Session Experience Immediately
March 03, 2023 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.67 MBThis is a one is gold (and easy to put into action), but it's too good to just toss in the show notes: you'll have to listen! Short, sweet, and your clients will really appreciate it. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for listening! Your support means the world!
What To Do When You Disagree With "Doctor's Orders"
February 28, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBGenerously inspired by a suggestion from JK McLeod, Betsy is talking about what to do when a client has a directive and you don't agree. She talks through some real experiences with her own clients and shares a multi-step system for communicating with your client that maintains respect but allows you to assert your expertise. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you a...
How To Compassionately “Fire" A Client
February 22, 2023 14:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBSometimes you just have to let a client go. Whether it's not a good fit because of personalities, coaching style, training style, or scheduling (to name a few), having a system to approach ending the client relationship (Betsy's preferred term to "fire") can make the process a whole lot easier. Betsy breaks down lots of possible scenarios and gives you a step-by-step approach to the transition process that is founded on integrity and respect! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday a...
How To "Fire" A Client
February 22, 2023 14:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBSometimes you just have to let a client go. Whether it's not a good fit because of personalities, coaching style, training style, or scheduling (to name a few), having a system to approach ending the client relationship (Betsy's preferred term to "fire") can make the process a whole lot easier. Betsy breaks down lots of possible scenarios and gives you a step-by-step approach to the transition process that is founded on integrity and respect! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday an...
4 Tips To Beat The Sunday Scaries, Have A Better Week, And Be A More Effective Trainer For Your Clients
February 17, 2023 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBDo you get the Sunday Scaries? Sunday rolls around and all of a sudden you have a kind of quiet dread looming about the week ahead. Betsy has 4 easy actions you can take right away to easy your stress and prepare you for the week to come! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for listening! Your support means the world!
How To Beat Burnout As A Personal Trainer
February 14, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBBetsy's got insight on feeling burnt out working as a personal trainer and tips for finding ways to overcome it whether you're brand new or been doing it for years. In this episode... Ben Bruno's Post Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for listening! Your support means the world!
What A Personal Trainer Can Learn From Watching The Super Bowl
February 10, 2023 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBIt's the big game, y'all! Betsy loves football so it only seemed appropriate to have a Super Bowl themed episode. While most personal trainers see general population clients, there are some principles coaches who work with elite level athletes use that can be directly applied to anyone who trains. Betsy highlights three that you'll see from athletes in the Super Bowl and then you can use them with your clients on Monday morning! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so ...
Your Questions Answered: Motivation, Nutrition, and Certifications
February 07, 2023 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBBetsy takes questions from listeners and gives you actionable advice you can use with your clients (or yourself)! 1. How do you keep a client motivated? 2. How much or how little should I talk about nutrition with my clients? 3. What is the best certification to get? In this episode... Dr. Lisa Lewis - Motivation and behavior change Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Tha...
My 3 Most Embarrassing Stories From My First Year As A Trainer
January 31, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBIf you need a laugh or just some perspective, this episode is for you. Betsy shares some of her most embarrassing (which turned out to be instructive) stories from being a brand new trainer. She shares why telling these stories are important as a reminder of how each phase of our career is fleeting. Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for listening! You...
Your Effort Matters!
January 27, 2023 12:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBThis episode is a reminder to keep going... Because your effort matters. The leader isn't the loudest one in the room. In a world where people are trying to be heard through the noise, it's easier to put people and methods and strategies down but that gets old. In this episode, Betsy gets a little heated about condescension in the fitness industry but uses it to remind you that we all start somewhere. And when it comes down to it, your effort is what matters. You will grow and learn if ...
5 Personal Training Lessons To Learn As Soon As You Can
January 24, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBWe've all got to learn them so it's better to get them out of the way now! In this episode, Betsy shares 5 lessons that are pretty universal to all personal trainers. If you've learned them already, you are one step ahead and if you have yet to, Betsy shares insight to help you make the most of these lessons and inform your future decisions to find fulfillment in your career! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on ...
3 Must Use Strategies For Letting Go Of The Fear Of Judgement
January 20, 2023 12:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBIs the fear of being judgement standing in the way of your success? Do you hold yourself back? Do you constantly question your choices? Betsy breaks down some of the whys behind these fears and how to overcome them with real strategies you can start using right away! In this episode Betsy mentions some friends and colleagues... Dr. Shante Coefield Laura Jean Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and v...
Building Confidence One Rep At A Time with Lauren Enkerud
January 17, 2023 11:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBYou are in for a treat! Personal trainer, group fitness instructor, Crossfit coach, and all-around-kind-human, Lauren Enkerud shares her insights on her career and the keys to be a successful personal trainer! Lauren hits on it all including... -her path to working in the fitness industry -adding new tools to her tool belt as she transitioned from administrative work to group fitness to small group training to one-on-one coaching -why she loves the opportunity to program for one-on-one clie...
Establishing Yourself As An Expert When Everybody's Mother's Aunt's Cousin Knows Something About Fitness
January 10, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBIt can feel difficult to assert yourself when everyone you know seems to know a "fitness expert". In this episode Betsy gives you actionable tips for establishing yourself as an expert when you want to and how to let it go when you don't. And not surprisingly she has advice on keeping it kind and respectful! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for listen...
3 Tips To Keep Your Programming From Getting Stale
January 06, 2023 18:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBEver worry that your programming has gotten a little lackluster? Having trouble staying engaged in your sessions? Concerned your clients are looking for a change? In this episode, Betsy gives you 3 tips you can use right away to ensure your programming is fresh, relevant, and what your clients are looking for! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for li...
4 Things Every New Trainer Should Focus On This January
January 03, 2023 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this episode, Betsy is helping you simplify the start to the year and remove some stress by giving you four simple yet important things to focus on this January to get the 2023 moving in the right direction. Getting started as a trainer is tough and it can be difficult to know where to spend your time and energy. This episode will help you prioritize the big dial movers to build a career you love! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more f...
3 Tips For Your Most Successful Career Year Yet
December 20, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBIn the last episode of 2022, Betsy gives you 3 easy to apply tips for making 2023 your most successful career year yet! Listen to this one and catch up on any episodes you may have missed before Coach's Chat returns in 2023!!! Coach's Chat has new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so be sure to subscribe! For more from Betsy follow her on Instagram and visit bfosterstrong.com! Thank you as always for listening! Your support means the world!
How To Improve Your Coaching For All Body Sizes And Abilities with Vera Schofield
December 13, 2022 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MBIf you are a trainer aiming to create a more inclusive fitness space then you MUST listen to this episode with guest Vera Schofield. Vera describes herself as “your fat flexibility coach” and her work is all about making movement inclusive for all body sizes and abilities. In this episode she generously shares her insight on… -the importance of representation of lots of different bodies in fitness spaces -the word fat as a descriptor and asking people what words they prefer to use to des...
How To Improve Your Coaching For All Body Sizes And Abilities with Vera Schofield
December 13, 2022 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MBIf you are a trainer aiming to create a more inclusive fitness space then you MUST listen to this episode with guest Vera Schofield. Vera describes herself as “your fat flexibility coach” and her work is all about making movement inclusive for all body sizes and abilities. In this episode she generously shares her insight on… -the importance of representation of lots of different bodies in fitness spaces -the word fat as a descriptor and asking people what words they prefer to use to des...
The Guide Who Shows You Just How Capable You Are with Jen Kates
December 06, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBGrab your helmets because on today’s episode Jen Kates, health and human performance coach for mountain climbers, is here to share her insights on a career in fitness. In the episode you’ll hear… -Jen’s origin story, moving from bio-tech to coaching -How she managed the career jump -How she addresses the needs of biking/cyclist clients -Common hurdles she faces when working with the endurance sports population and what she does to gain buy-in -Addressing the needs of health care workers a...
Getting Ghosted: What To Do If Your Client Disappears
November 29, 2022 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBAnother trainer biz topic that just doesn't get talked about: getting ghosted. If you train long enough, you'll likely run into a client who stops showing up or stops responding. There are also the situations where you meet a potential client, the comp session goes great, and then you never hear from them again. In this episode, Betsy breaks down the potential whys behind these situations and gives you real strategies you can use. For more from Betsy, follow her on Instagram and visit bf...
The Roots And Wings Of Sustainable Coaching with JK McLeod
November 22, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBJK McLeod joins Betsy for this episode of Coach’s Chat to talk all things client-centered coaching! JK shares his insights on… -removing pressure in building client relationships -understanding what clients really want and what they are facing in their day-to-day lives -setting clients up for success beyond working with a coach (roots and wings) -“rebuilding the track” i.e. adapting expectations and programming to fit the needs of the clients -personality assessments and neurotyping for p...
Possibility Thinking
November 15, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBWhen clients come to you with big goals, are you on board or do you poo-poo their ambition? Sometimes it feels as if trainers are focused so intently on what a client can’t do that they forget to train what they can do. And that can make the client feel like their time in the gym is all about being “fixed’. In this episode, Betsy talks about why taking an “every goal is possible” approach can help empower clients, enrich their training experience, and improve overall buy-in to the program...
You Are Frustrated Because You Care
November 08, 2022 17:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBEver feel like you spend your time frustrated because you can’t get your clients the results they wanted, or because your career isn’t moving fast enough, or because you feel like you take things more seriously than other people do? This episode is for you! The ones who care enough to get frustrated or discouraged. The thing is sometimes this frustration is costing you more time, energy, and stress than it is contributing to progress. You are sacrificing your well-being. In this episode...
The Wisdom That Comes From Watching Bodies Move And Other Personal Training Lessons with Kelly Bryant
November 01, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBIn today’s episode, Betsy has the pleasure of chatting with Kelly Bryant, a pre and postnatal personal trainer, whose path to finding her current career success was bit unorthodox. Kelly shares invaluable advice and insight from her work in the fitness industry including… her non-traditional path to personal training how she simultaneously works for a company as a personal trainer and runs her own business her struggles with imposter syndrome when it came to being in a room with other mov...
3 Ways To Get Better At Exercise Programming Right Away
October 25, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBThey say “get better” but they don’t say HOW! Writing effective exercise programming is at the heart of being successful as a personal trainer but so many new trainers get stuck, worried that they can’t get it “right”. And while there is no right answer there are “better” ways. In this episode, Betsy gives you 3 actionable steps to get better at programming right away. Stop hoping and start developing your expertise! If you are looking for more ways to improve your programming be sure to...
Was That Judgy? Being An Expert Without Being A Jerk
October 05, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBCheck yourself before you wreck yourself… Listen, it happens to us all and in this episode Betsy gets vulnerable, admitting to catching herself with a judgy thought about training. The value here lies in how she takes a step back, thinks critically about whether or not she let those thoughts impact her behavior, and offers tips on how to get curious about judgement, keep it to yourself, and strive to make the gym a welcoming place while still asserting yourself as an expert. A great remind...
Program Like A Pro: Time Management
September 27, 2022 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBDoes programming feel stressful? A big time suck? Like you are never getting it “right”? For new and experienced trainers alike, carving out programming time is essential to efficiently and effectively get results for clients. In order to optimize your time, energy, and creativity, Betsy has 3 must use tips for creating your best programming conditions so you can get some time back and actually enjoy the process! If you are looking for more ways to improve your programming be sure to sign ...
Help, My Client Wants To Try A Tik Tok Trend!
September 13, 2022 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBHold your eye-roll because it's almost inevitable. Clients are scrolling the same internet you are which means they are bombarded with many of the same health and fitness trends. But unlike you, they don't have the context or background knowledge to know whether or not it is just a trend or something that might be appropriate for them. In this episode, Betsy gives you a few simple steps for navigating when a client wants to try a trendy diet or exercise they see on the internet. She'll gu...
3 Tools For Building Real Sales Confidence
September 06, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBDoes this sound like you? You have training knowledge, you are confident you can help people, you know what it takes to get people to their goals, but you struggle when it comes to actually selling your personal training services. You aren't alone. For some reason as personal trainers we understand the importance of practicing programming and coaching but we just assume sales will come naturally, or worse we assume you either "have it or you don't". But being able to sell effectively is ...
Career Viability As A Personal Trainer: Part 2 - How Do I Get There?
August 30, 2022 16:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBNow that we know it’s possible to make personal training a viable (and lucrative) career, we have to talk about how to do it! Simply being hired as a personal trainer at a gym or getting a certification doesn’t mean you are set. Like most jobs, you start out in an “entry level position”. The trick is understanding and taking action when it comes to the tasks that take you from struggling to success. In this episode, Betsy lays out those key actions and provides tips for long term fulfillme...
Career Viability As A Personal Trainer: Part 1- Is It Possible?
August 23, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBPersonal Training as a profession gets a bad rap. Whether people think you can't make good money or believe it is only a stepping stone to something else, few people outside of the fitness industry (and even some already in it), understand just how viable a career in personal training can be. In this episode Betsy shares straight-forward insight on the benefits AND drawbacks of a career in personal training. She dispels myths about income and advancement while being frank about the kinds ...