73: Alex Engelman (@ae_nutritionandfitness) - How to choose an in-person / online personal trainer, understanding + building on fundamentals when lifting, benefits of tracking food, muscle soreness, celebrating the small victories....

Always a good time chatting/catching up with my friend and fellow fitness coach - Alex Engelman. Alex is based out of Austin, TX and does both in-person + online personal training alongside nutrition coaching. Topics discussed on this episode:-Differences between working with an online vs in-person trainer.-What to look for in a trainer, red flags and considerations when hiring a coach.-Common timelines when getting into weightlifting - going from beginner -> intermediate -> advanced.-Using food tracking as a tool + how that leads to sustainable flexibility.-Muscle soreness - why it isn't always the best proxy for a good workout session.-Celebrating the small victories - why it's important, why you should do it and what to look out for.+so much more in-between.I know you'll enjoy this chat.Where to find Alex:Instagram: @ae_nutritionandfitnessWhere to find me:Instagram: @lukesmithrdCheck out my website HERETIA for listening!