This podcast episode I discuss ageism in the fitness industry, highlighting how it manifests subtly and overtly. I discuss issues... more

This is a recording of special meetup featuring members of the Second Act Fit Pros community discussing their use of... more

Emily Johnson, the founder of StrongerU Senior Fitness, a program designed to simplify senior fitness instruction. Emily shares her journey... more

Joanne Groves is an inspiring fitness professional who brings a fresh and innovative approach to training. She has over 20... more

Lisa Dougherty, founder of the MedFit Network, shares her incredible journey, including her recent diagnosis that has deepened her passion... more

Movement coach and anti-aging advocate David Wilson, shares his unique philosophy on movement, emphasizing the importance of a playful, curious,... more

we dive into how health and fitness professionals can help individuals discover their potential—even in the face of injury or... more

Dan Ritchie and Cody Sipe, the founders of the Functional Aging Institute, about their new initiative, Marbles Brain Body Fitness—a... more

Ruben Pereyra is the IDEA World 2024 Emerging Trailblazer of the year. He is a highly accomplished Certified Coach, Fitness... more

Susie Vanderlip is a Zumba Gold instructor who’s taken her passion for dance beyond the classroom, creating something truly magical.... more

Jojo McDuffie is the Director of Corporate Affiliate Partnerships for Rock Steady Boxing. We discuss the powerful work the non... more

Cheryl Whitelaw is a functional movement specialist,  Feldenkrais practitioner, and has a black belt in the  martial art of Aikido.... more

Margaret Hoffman, a seasoned fitness professional with over 30 years in the industry. Margaret is certified by the American Council... more

Deb is a retired teacher and a Ballroom Basics for Balance instructor. The conversation explores Deb's journey from classroom teaching... more

Alison Crouch is a movement professional and specialist in osteoporosis and strength training who is also on a personal journey... more

Dr. Renee Rogers is an expert in bio-behavioral healthy lifestyle interventions. In this episode we discuss the hot topic of... more

Nearly 95% of adults over the age of 60 have one chronic disease. 80% have 2 or more (National Council... more

Carlos Reyes is a veteran health coach and personal trainer with over 34 years of experience. Carlos shares his unique... more

This episode features excerpts from a Second Act Fit Pros meetup with life coaches and former podcast guests, Sylvia Fox... more

Robert Linkul covers the 7 research studies trainers should know about if you work with older adults. We cover: Research... more

[Repost] Dr. Emily Splichal, a functional podiatrist and human movement specialist. Dr. Splichal discusses the importance of movement for maintaining... more

 Annie Forrest, is a coach based in Madison, Wisconsin, who integrates applied neurology with physical fitness training. Annie explains her... more

[Updated] Martin Pazzani is the author of "Secrets of Aging Well: Get Outside the Fitness You Can't Get in a... more

Interview with Joan Virginia Allen about her inspiring journey from an attorney to a fitness trainer and eventually to a... more

Dan Tatton and John Sinclair are the co-founders of Seven Movements. We talk about their innovative approach to making non-movers... more

Interview with Matt Mulligan, founder of Body Roots Coaching. We talk  about his unique approach to coaching and facilitating movement,... more

Alisa Tagg is the Association Director of the National Association of Activity Professionals (NAAP), in this episode we explore how... more

Paul Holbrook is the founder of Age Performance training center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Paul shares his insights on... more

Dr. Mike Studer is a neuro physical therapist and educator specializing in working with older adults. Get ready for a... more

Bob Ryan hosts yoga practitioners of all abilities and ages through creative movement workshops and classes, both online and in... more

Anne Ondrey shifted from a career in social work and reporting to teaching yoga in 2007. She specializes in therapeutic,... more

Michael is an exercise physiologist by training and a health entrepreneur, health educator, and fitness industry advocate by trade as... more

Celebrating the 1 year anniversary of the podcast! The episode highlights the journey of the podcast, featuring discussions with health... more

Shelby is a natural fitness coach and personal trainer with a background in ninja, parkour and MovNat. She teaches movement-based... more

Nancy Burns, is founder of Body Wisdom Studios in Point Richmond, California. She is is a corrective exercise specialist, who... more

Seasoned fitness professional, Holly Benson, shares her insights about entering the fitness industry. She discusses employment opportunities in fitness, advantages... more

Kelly Howard is a Fitness Consistency Expert with a touch of adventure and the author of FIT: Active & Ageless... more

Hildy Feen retired from working in information technology and project management to teaching low flying trapeze to older adults. She... more

Round 2 with Robert Linkul where we discuss recent articles that have come out on resistance training for older adults.  We... more

Jim Brown is founder of A Balance You. After facing a layoff, he discovered he had heart disease and cancer.... more