20 Tips for Young Coaches

Bringing back a little old-school flavor this week my friend… You see, a few years back, someone asked me this very simple question: If you could give one piece of advice to a young coach or trainer, what would it be? And needless to say, that one little question turned into one really long, in-depth podcast! So with all the travel and things going on the past couple of weeks, I wanted to share this podcast again because I feel like it’s every bit as impactful today as it was then. So without any further ado, let’s goooooooooo! As a trainer, as a coach, we have to listen. Use your ears. Actively listen. When a client or athlete tells you something, verbalize back to them in similar – but not exact words – what they just said. They’re going to feel like you’re really hearing them. This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: Why you should show up early to sessions. Starting vs. Finishing Why the old school mantra of “2 eyes, 2 ears, 1 month” is important for coaches Ways to approach older coaches and ask for advice. The “Be Where Your Feet Are” philosophy. Why you should get comfortable being uncomfortable. The value of working with clients of all shapes and sizes. It’s NOT about YOU. The role and value of mentors in your development (and how to find one). Why you should be focused on becoming a great note-taker. How “Beginners Mind” can help you constantly question your thought process – and evolve as a coach. Stop the Frustration! Get the Complete Coach Certification Are you a young fitness trainer or coach? Are you frustrated by the results you’re getting or the lack of resources available to learn the skills you need to be successful? Are you struggling to get enough clients or wondering how long you’ll be able to follow your passion for helping others? It’s time to stop the frustration and stop worrying. It’s time to get certified! If you’re serious about improving your results, serious about becoming a better coach, and serious about increasing your bottom line, then you need the Complete Coach Certification. In this massive course, you’ll learn: How to use the R7 system to create seamless, integrated and efficient programs for clients and athletes of all shapes and sizes How to create the culture, environment and relationships with everyone you train so you can get the absolute best results The exact progressions, regressions, and coaching cues I use in the gym – from squatting and deadlifting to pressing and pulling and everything in