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Whether you are a fitness veteran or novice, this podcast will enable you to grow personal confidence, serve class members more effectively and market yourself to grow your classes. With over a decade of experience in the group fitness industry, I hope to share the good, the bad and the real with you here to fast track your career and find fulfillment and passion in the fitness industry. The ultimate group fitness resource.
Episodes

Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
Ep 13: When to Leave a Class
Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
This episode is dedicated to the wonderful instructors who have worked so long and hard for their classes, but are struggling with knowing if and when it's time to retire a class, format etc.

Thursday May 20, 2021
Ep: 12 Build Others by Being You with Kaytlin "Katniss" Neil
Thursday May 20, 2021
Thursday May 20, 2021
Follow Kaytlin on instagram,
@KaytlinKatnissMMA and check out her business, badathletics.com

Tuesday May 18, 2021
Ep 11: Are You Fit Enough to be an Instructor?
Tuesday May 18, 2021
Tuesday May 18, 2021
Lets dive in to the most frequently felt insecurity that most every fitness professional has, does or WILL feel in this industry.
With constant pressures to look, eat and be a certain way, it's easy to get caught up in it all - so let's find out right now.
Are you fit enough to be a fitness instructor?

Thursday Apr 08, 2021
Ep 10: All the things with Carly Parties!
Thursday Apr 08, 2021
Thursday Apr 08, 2021
Grab a blanket, notebook, then sit back and relax.
In this episode, you will get a real life conversation covering a lot! We Dive in to what could have been 3+ episodes in one! We cover it all from what happens when only one person shows up to your class, how to network, how to create a "magical experience" to grow your classes and so much more!
Be sure to listen and share!
Follow Carly on instagram for amazing uplifting content! @carley.parties

Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Ep 9: Build Yo Skill
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
In this episode we cover two simple, actionable things you can do to raise the bar on your teaching skills. These are things I personally STILL do because there is always, ALWAYS room for growth!
Don't forget to subscribe and share this with another instructor working to bring their best to their classes!

Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Ep 8: Creating Community in a Competitive Space feat. Pualei Lynn
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
Thursday Mar 18, 2021
In this episode I'm so excited to introduce you to the beautiful Pualei Lynn, owner of Edynkei, a boutique in Pleasant Grove Utah, as well as creator of Elevate, a mastermind for entrepreneurial women.
Pualei is a prime example of building people around her and everything about her teaches there is power in community vs competition. In this episode we share why Pualei is the amazing human she is and she shares some daily practices how she has built her confidence enough to build others to reach their full power and capacity.
Enjoy this episode!
Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you liked this episode!

Thursday Mar 04, 2021
Ep 7: Market Yourself on Instagram Pt 1.
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
Have you ever wondered HOW to grow your instagram, but you have no idea where to start, it maybe seems completely overwhelming and daunting to start something new? Maybe you feel like you don't have the time, energy etc to devote to social media.Maybe you feel like all you share is your class schedule over and over again, or you're afraid of judgement from friends and family?
We go over the WHY behind social media is an amazing way to connect to students and build classes. I'm also excited to share my exact posting strategy with you in this episode, hopefully to help inspire ideas of what to share with your followers, how to provide value to your class members as well as to minimize the guess work behind your posting.
Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on this episode!

Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Ep 6: Pain Free Feet with Dr. Stephen Rockhill DPM
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Shin splints.
Sprained Ankles.
Plantar Fasciitis.
All of these and more are probably familiar to your injury list. If not, congratulations. If so, what if I told you these are all completely preventable?
Today I'm joined by Dr. Stephen Rockhill DPM and we dive into causes of injuries that all begin with the feet, proper shoes to wear as well as care for those aching legs and feet, as well as preventative care.
In this episode, Dr. Rockhill mentions the following insoles as a recommendation for those of you wondering where to start at home treatment.
Follow Dr Rockhill on his brand new instagram @thefootdocrock (instagram.com/thefootdocrock ) and you can DM him for further questions.
LINKS:
SUPERFEET GREEN Insoles
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0033BPBD4/ref=as_glm?linkCode=ml1&tag=andreaveenker-20
Powerstep Unisex Pinnacle

Thursday Feb 18, 2021
Ep 5: The Most Underrated Tool for Building Classes
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
This is the most underrated tool for growing class.
This small habit will create 10X the connection, multiply your retention and will build your classes faster than fast.
Why?
In this episode we talk about the one thing that opens the door to level the playing field in your class, create a culture of safety, love and belonging and giving your class members new and OG to cultivate a relationship with you and others in class.
Don't forget to leave a review and let me know how these episodes are helping YOU grow your classes!
Follow me on Instagram @andimaree

Thursday Feb 11, 2021
FitPro Radio Ep 4: Language Matters with Dr. Melissa Smith
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
Thursday Feb 11, 2021
This episode is the reason for this podcast. After deep soul searching, I've wanted to dive into language in my own fitness classes, cueing and marketing I have used and continue to use.
I've learned the harm in esthetically focused cues, or marketing classes like "burn off the holiday treats" and have wanted to dive into this conversation with a professional I love and adore.
Dr. Melissa H. Smith, PhD, MBA (Also an amazing human who is incredibly inspiring, loving, authentic and driven to help women love themselves)
Licensed Psychologist, Leadership Coach & Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator
Dr. Melissa H. Smith is a Licensed Psychologist, Leadership Coach, Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. Dr. Smith is an entrepreneur, business leader, and student of life.
Dr. Smith is Owner of Balance Health & Healing, where she leads a team of talented professionals who provide specialized psychological services dedicated to meeting the unique needs of women. As a leadership coach, Dr. Smith works with high-achieving leaders, executive teams and organizations wishing to banish blocks, cultivate growth, and lead with courage. Working at the intersection of business and psychology, Dr. Smith is a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, bringing the powerful evidence-based courage-building curriculum of Dr. Brené Brown to leaders, teams and organizations. Dr. Smith provides online education courses and memberships to facilitate ongoing growth and accountability.
Dr. Smith earned her doctoral degree from the APA-accredited Counseling Psychology Program at Brigham Young University, which included an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at University of Michigan. Dr. Smith holds a Masters Degree in Counseling from Truman State University in Kirksville, MO, and an MBA Degree from The University of Utah.
For information on courses and Balance Health & Healing, click HERE
For more blogs and podcast episodes by Dr. Melissa Smith, click HERE
I cannot wait to dive into this deep conversation with us and hopefully give a new perspective and inspire change in the fitness community through your impact and influence.