The Far Side of Fitness

In this inaugural episode of Unracked, Shawn Richardson shares the exciting journey of creating the Bodybuilding and Mobile Functionality Hammer, a unique strength training tool that combines attributes of kettlebells, maces, and sledgehammers. He discusses the inspiration behind the invention, the challenges faced during production, and the versatility of the product for different training environments.

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David Amerland has authored several influential books on SEO, including Google Semantic Search, which explores how Google's algorithm shifts to better understand user intent and deliver meaningful results. His work emphasizes the importance of context, relevance, and semantic connections in digital content strategies. By focusing on human-centric approaches, he has helped businesses adapt to the changing landscape of search and con...

This episode delves into the critical connection between gut health and fitness with Nutritional Therapist, Atavia Minoudis who specializes in gut health.

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Website: www.doctordarianparker.com

Dr. Parker's Affiliate - Stick Mobility

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Alison Katschkowsky is a veteran swimmer and lifelong fitness enthusiast—first as a competitive swimmer and then a bodybuilding career before beginning her business. An established fitness expert and coach for 30+ years, in the health, fitness and coaching industry—she’s helped thousands of people and groups achieve fitness and longevity goals. Alison owns CU Fitness-a health and fitness ‘hybrid’ business—where she has most recentl...

In this episode, we delve into the world of fitness mentorship with a focus on the Fitness Mentor Network. Our guest, Aaron Wyant, discusses his passion for mentorship, inspired by his own career and past mentors. He sheds light on the informal nature of career development in the fitness industry and the importance of perseverance. The discussion includes reflections on how the pandemic impacted the industry, leading to creative pi...

In this episode, fitness professional, Laura Dow, shares her deep-rooted passion for mentorship, stemming from her background as an educator and musician. She reflects on the importance of collaboration and support in the fitness industry, highlighting her experiences with mentors who shaped her journey. Discussing the high attrition rates and burnout in the field, Laura underscores the significance of the fitness mentor network.

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Waihon is from Malaysia but now works and lives in St Paul, MN with his wife. He is an educator and wellness coach. He works primarily with new immigrants in Minnesota and travels back to Malaysia 2-3x a year to conduct education & wellness workshops for schools, coaches and community. He had taught at the K-12 as well as college level in Malaysia and Minnesota. Waihon is awarded the Distinguished Alumni of Last Decade by his a...

Jennifer Dawkins is a Tattoo Artist, Cosmetologist/Esthetician and Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor.

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction: Beauty, Fitness, and Wellness

00:26 The Foundation of Beauty: Fitness and Self-Care

01:26 Body Modification: Beyond Tattoos and Piercings

02:48 Mindset Training: Ov...

The project team from the soon to be launched Fitness Mentor Network, came on The Far Side of Fitness to discuss why a nationwide mentorship program hasn't come to fruition in the past, why this time it will work and a call to action to our fitness and well-being colleagues to advocate for a better industry.

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00:00 Introduction and the State of the Fitness Industry

00:39 The Importance of Mentorship in Fitness

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In this episode, Allison Jackson shares her transformative journey from a decade-long bodybuilding lifestyle to adopting a more balanced approach to health and fitness. She opens up about her experiences with extreme fitness, the physical and mental toll it took on her, and the pivotal moments that inspired her shift towards focusing on overall well-being and mindfulness.

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In this episode, we explore Kate's transformative journey from an 'angry vegan' to leading with love and compassion. Kate shares personal stories, including the strained relationship with her father and the profound impact of her mother's sudden death, which redirected her approach to activism. Through anecdotes from her experience as a personal trainer and an animal rights advocate, Kate highlights the importance of empathy and re...

In this episode, the discussion revolves around Velocity Based Training (VBT) and its application beyond athletic settings to benefit general exercisers. Conor Gettemy, the Director of Sports Performance at Flagler College, provides an in-depth look at VBT's core principles: eliciting specific training adaptations, auto-regulation to optimize readiness, and the importance of immediate feedback and driving intent.

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Janet McConnell is a renowned health and fitness expert with over 20 years of experience, specializing in the powerful link between strength training and cognitive health. As a certified fitness coach through the American College of Sports Medicine and a North American National Champion in IFBB Figure and Physique competitions for the 50+ and 60+ divisions, Janet embodies the essence of proactive, healthy aging. Her innovative focu...

Former Men's Health Editor, Peter Moore, talks about how men view their bodies as they age, what he learned in his own health journey and more!

Peter Moore is the former editor of Men's Health Magazine and BACKPACKER, and he currently works as a columnist/cartoonist for the Colorado Sun, and contributes commentaries and animations to Front Range NPR.

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Our certifications and traditional formal educational pathways tell us to do physiological assessments with our clients, but what if that is no longer the right thing to do? Christin Everson comes on the Far Side of Fitness to discuss this alternative view on conducting physiological assessments for personal training clients.

Christin owns a fitness consulting and education business serving fitness businesses, recreation organizati...

Maybe you have heard this question in the title of this podcast from a woman who has lit up the internet impersonating her German grandmother. Funny stuff for sure! It got me thinking about something we don't talk about enough as fitness professionals, which is the entertainment value of our work with people.

Ask yourself this question...do your clients find you interesting? Do they dread coming to your sessions not because of you...

The sludge machine is part of all of our lives, but it is particularly insidious and an obstacle that both clients and service providers have to navigate. So how do we do it? Listen, watch and learn.

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Dr. D's Affiliate: Stick Mobility

Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awa...

In this episode of The Far Side of Fitness I sit down with award winning fitness professional Ingrid Knight-Cohee. We get into all things Group Fitness and why should be marketing fitness classes and fitness in general in a very different way!

Ingrid is a thought leader and sought after presenter with an expertise in fitness programming, management, and leadership. She was recently recognized as the 2024 IDEA Fitness Leader of the ...