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Fitness Education Online Podcast I For Personal Trainers, Fitness Professionals, Gym Owners & the Fitness Industry
by Fitness Education Online
Fitness Education Online are one of the largest providers in world when it comes to online CEC / CEU courses for Fitness Professionals. This podcast is a free resource for Personal Trainers, Bootcamp Operators, Group Fitness Instructors, Gym / Studio Owners and anyone else in the Fitness Industry who is looking to up skill their knowledge. Every week your hosts Jono Petrohilos and Travis Mattern will interview a different expert in the Fitness Industry who will share their expertise and give actionable tips that a Fitness Professional can implement immediately. Fitness Education Online also have one of the largest Facebook Groups in the world for Fitness Professionals "The Fitness Education Online Community" - feel free to connect with us in there too. @fitnesseducationonline @jono_petrohilos @travis_the_kettlebell_guy
Episodes
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From Dedicated Member to Coach Mentor with Cat Christ
In this episode, Bex chats with Catherine "Cat" Christ, Group Fitness Coordinator and PT at Fernwood Fitness North Lakes and Morayfield, and finalist for both Personal Trainer of the Year and Group Exercise Instructor and/or Leader of the Year at the 2026 AUSactive Awards. Cat shares how her...
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From Flyers to Finalist with Sharri Castellari
In this episode, Bex sits down with Sharri Castellari, founder of Tathra Beach Personal Training Studio and finalist in three categories at the 2026 AUSactive Awards, Personal Trainer of the Year, People's Choice Registered Professional of the Year and People's Choice Small Business of the Year....
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Boot Camp, Community and Chasing Dreams with Steph McKay
In this episode, Bex chats with Steph McKay, owner of Chasing Dreams Fitness in Tamworth and a familiar face in the Fitness Education Online community running The Bootcamp Hub. Steph shares how she went from avoiding school sport altogether to building a ladies only outdoor boot camp community…
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Simplify to Amplify with Mojo Mentor Loz Antonenko
In this episode, Bex sits down with Loz Antonenko, also known as the Mojo Mentor, a coach, author of the Amazon number one bestseller "Get the F*ck Unstuck," and finalist for both Personal Trainer of the Year and Pilates Professional of the Year at the 2026 AUSactive Awards. Loz shares the raw,...
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Building & Successful Fitness Business & Client Relationships That Last Decades with Steven Halligan
In this episode, Bex sits down with Steven Halligan, an online fitness trainer with over 30 years in the industry, from the Gold Coast to Brisbane, London and back, through a studio, 12 week challenges and eventually a full pivot to online training during COVID, when he became the national…
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Business, babies, and barbells with AUSactive Finalist Caterina Bozzi
In this episode, Bex sits down with Caterina Bozzi, prenatal and postnatal fitness coach and founder of Collective Fitness Yoga, a women's only gym in Mildura, Victoria. Caterina has been named a finalist for Personal Trainer of the Year at the 2026 AUSactive Awards, an award she also won back in...
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How Kate Morris Went From Losing 80% of Her Business Overnight to Building Multi-Million Dollar Brands
On the podcast today we have Kate Morris, a nutritionist, online PT and business mentor who has built a multi-million dollar coaching business entirely through organic content, and whose podcast Oi Let's Talk is currently charted number four in Australian Health and Fitness. Kate shares the full...
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Stop Delivering a Service. Start Creating an Experience - With Dan Williams
Dan Williams is an accredited exercise physiologist, founder of Perth-based Range of Motion (20 years strong), and business mentor. In this episode he introduces Gobsmack Consulting, a practical framework for turning ordinary client touchpoints into experiences people actually talk about. Most...
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The Lead Gen Playbook with Dan Henderson
In this episode, Bex is joined by fitness business coach Dan Henderson for his third appearance on the podcast. Dan has spent nearly two decades in the fitness industry, building multiple businesses including Filex, Australia's largest fitness conference, and now helps gym owners and fitness...
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From Overwhelmed to Automated: AI for Fitness Pros with Claudia Li
In this episode Bex sits down with Claudia Li, Head of Marketing at FEO and creator of the first ever AI course for the fitness industry. If AI feels overwhelming or you have no idea where to start, this is the one for you. Claudia explains why Claude is so different to the chatbots most of us…
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20 Years of Pre & Postal Natal Training with Calum Wilson
In this episode, Bex sits down with Calum Wilson, founder of Bump Health and one of Australia's most experienced pre and postnatal coaches. With over 20 years specialising in this space and thousands of mums trained, Calum is on a mission to make expert level support accessible to more women, and...
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How These Aussie Business Coaches Are Helping Health Coaches Hit $20k+ Months with James Fleming
You've done the study, you've got the qualification - now what? Bex sits down with James Fleming from the Health Coach Growth Hub, a business built to help health and wellness coaches crack the online space, sign clients, and get paid what they're worth. James and his wife Mikaela run both a…
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Lessons from Nearly 40 Years in Fitness with Joy Flint
In this episode, Bex is joined by Joy Flint - gym owner, IFBB competitor, coach, and mentor - to explore what it really means to build a life, not just a business, in the fitness industry. Joy shares what's changed across nearly four decades in the industry, why she believes coaching has gotten…
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The Power of Niching Down with George Varvaressos
George Varvaressos of Metamorph Physique went from 150kg to the bodybuilding stage, and built an online coaching business by doing one thing a lot of coaches are scared to do: niching down. In this episode he shares how leaning into his Greek culture completely changed his business, and why being...
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The Shift Toward More Freedom in Fitness with Loz Marie
In this episode, Bex is joined by Loz Marie, a personal trainer with over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, to chat about career progression beyond the gym floor and what it can look like to build more flexibility, impact, and sustainability as a coach. They discuss the shift...
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The Missing Piece in Fat Loss and Performance with Sofia Shahrokhey
In this episode, Bex is joined by fitness coach Sophia Shahrokhey to explore how the nervous system influences fat loss, muscle building, and overall performance. Sophia shares how stress, recovery, sleep, and lifestyle factors can impact a client’s ability to get results — even when they’re...
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The Business Lessons Every PT Needs to Know with Tye Arnett
In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex sits down with Tye Arnett from Simple Gym Co to discuss what it really takes to build a long-term, sustainable career in the fitness industry. With more than 25 years of experience, Tye shares insights on the foundations that help gyms...
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What 13 Years of Gym Ownership Can Teach You - with Wayne Li
In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex sits down with Wayne Li, founder of Training Day Gym, to explore what it really takes to build a long-term gym business. Wayne shares his journey from opening his first facility at 22 with $30,000 in savings to now leading a 30+ person...
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The Rental Gym Playbook with Chris Duncan
In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Duncan, founder of Rental Gym Mentors, to talk all things rental model personal training. Chris shares his journey through the fitness industry and breaks down the biggest mistakes PTs make when entering rent-based gyms. We discuss lead generation on the gym...
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How Ryan & Eilish Help PTs Hit $3–5K Months Without High Ticket
In this episode, I’m joined by Ryan and Eilish from creators of The Fitness Solopreneur, where they help PTs and coaches build consistent $3–5K months through simple, subscription-based online coaching. We talk about their journey from high-ticket coaching to a more sustainable model, the biggest...
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How Blake makes over $700K in revenue with his PT business with Blake Randall
In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex Lock is joined by Blake Randall, Director of Inner Power Coaching, to break down how he has built a PT career generating over $700K in revenue. Blake shares his journey from entering the industry straight out of high school to building…
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How Merinda O’Brien Built a 45-Client Hybrid Strength Coaching Business
In this episode, Bex chats with Merinda O’Brien, Head Coach at Generation Strength and elite strength coach, about building a sustainable online coaching business. Merinda shares her journey into the fitness industry, how her business evolved organically into supporting over 45 online clients…
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Career Pathways in Fitness You Didn’t Know Existed with Bekk Millwood
To kick off the first FEO Podcast episode of 2026, Bex is joined by Bekk Millwood, Founder & Head of Talent Acquisition at Fitness Lifestyle International. With nearly 30 years in the fitness industry and close to a decade in recruitment, Bekk shares a behind-the-scenes look at how the industry…
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The Missing Link in Client Results: Stress, Gut Health & Recovery with Anthony Masino
In this episode, Bex is joined by Anthony Massino - functional nutritionist, strength & conditioning specialist, and AUSactive Exercise Professional of the Year 2025 - to explore what a genuinely holistic approach to health and performance looks like, and why it’s becoming essential for personal...
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The Anti-Influencer Content Strategy That Actually Converts with Dave POW Tabain
In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex sits down with Dave POW Tabain - three-time world kettlebell champion, coach, and mentor - to talk about building a coaching business that actually feels aligned. Dave shares his journey from running a kettlebell gym out of a backyard...
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How Jenna Cooper Helps In-Gym PTs Grow to $3K+ Weeks Without Working More Hours
In this episode, Bex chats with PT business mentor Jenna Cooper, who helps in-gym PTs grow to $3K+ weeks using a simple model that doesn’t require more time on the gym floor. Jenna shares how she went from burnout to building multiple six-figure coaching businesses - and the exact approach she…
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PT Success 101: Business, Culture & Clients with Alex Campbell
PT Success 101: Business, Culture & Clients with Alex Campbell In this episode, Bex sits down with Alex Campbell, Cluster PT Manager for Club Lime in Brisbane. With more than a decade of experience across roles from PT to club manager, Alex now mentors trainers across multiple gyms and helps them...
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How this young Aussie makes $200k p/month as an online fitness coach with Jayde Wilmott
In this episode, Jono Petrohilos interviews Jade Wilmott, a highly successful online fitness coach and mentor. Jade shares her journey from being a flight attendant to building a multi-million dollar online fitness business, Fit Tribe. She discusses the challenges she faced, the importance of...
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Ep 259: Inside-Out Coaching - What PT’s Are Missing with Shannon Hawkey
I’m joined by Shannon Hawkey - Regional PT Manager at Jetts New Zealand, Holistic Nutritionist and Soul Alignment Life Coach. With 20+ years in the industry, Shannon shows trainers how to coach beyond programs and macros so clients actually change. We cover: building awareness without the “woo,”...
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Ep 258: What PT’s Need To Know About Gut Health & Fat Loss with Zoe Jett Black Lee
In this episode, Zoe Jett Black Lee (Female Transformation Coach) joins me to unpack how gut health and stress play a huge role in your clients’ fat loss results - and what every coach should know before putting a client into a deficit. We cover how chronic stress, under-eating, and poor food...
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Ep 257: Peptide Medicine & the Future of Health — A Conversation with Ted McGill
Episode Summary: In this episode, Travis speaks with Ted McGill, founder of Biov8, a company specialising in peptide therapeutics and advanced health solutions. The discussion explores the emerging field of peptide medicine — what peptides are, how they work, and the evidence behind their various...
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Ep 256: Global Policies on Obesity and the Future Role of GLP-1s with Professor Boyd Swinburn
In this episode, Travis speaks with Professor Boyd Swinburn, Professor of Population Nutrition and Global Health at the University of Auckland and a leading international expert on obesity prevention. The conversation covers the global rise in obesity, the policy approaches different countries…
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Ep 255: Future-Proofing PT’s: Leadership, AI & Opportunity with Robbie Mattei
In this episode, Bex speaks with Robbie Mattei, owner of Vision Personal Training St Leonards and Marrickville. Robbie shares his journey from arriving in Sydney with just $3,000 to becoming a multi-studio owner. The conversation explores the mindset and habits that helped him succeed, the...
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Ep 254: GLP-1s and the Future of Weight Loss: Guidance for Personal Trainers
In this episode, Travis speaks with Richard Beddie from Exercise New Zealand, a leading voice in the fitness industry. The conversation explores how GLP-1 medications have changed the landscape of weight loss and what that means for personal trainers. Richard shares insights on how trainers can...
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Ep 253: Building Resilient Bodies with Core Foundations with Regan Zemponia
Building Resilient Bodies with Core Foundations In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex sits down with Regan Zemponia, founder of Core Foundations PT in Victoria. With over a decade in the industry, Regan has carved out a niche helping everyday people move better, stay...
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Ep 252: How Brandon went from struggling PT to owning 5 gyms
In this episode, Jono Petrohilos interviews Brandon Hasick, a successful gym owner and business coach. Brandon shares his journey from studying sports science to owning multiple gyms and helping others in the fitness industry. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the challenges he faced in...
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Ep 251: How to fix your online business with Cam Gilfillan
In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, host Jono Petrohilos interviews Cam Gilfillan, a business development expert for online coaches. Cam shares his journey from being a business development manager to helping fitness professionals improve their marketing and business...
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Ep 250: Strength Training Through Pregnancy & Beyond with Jo Lavin
In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex chats with Jo Lavin - Perinatal Strength & Hypertrophy Coach, Pre + Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist, and founder of Natal Strength Coach. Jo shares her journey into the pre and postnatal space, the biggest myths around training...
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Ep 249: Coaching Behaviour Change: Moving Beyond Numbers with Josh Smith
In this episode of the Fitness Education Online Podcast, Bex is joined by Josh Smith - sports nutritionist, mentor, and founder of Fortitude Nutrition Coaching and HERO Nutrition Mentoring. Josh is known for his client-centred, non-tracking approach, helping coaches bridge the gap between…
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Ep 248: Living with Endo: A Conversation on Healing, Trust & Self-Compassion with Niki Loe
In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Bex is joined by holistic practitioner and endometriosis advocate Niki Loe to explore what it can really mean to live, with endo, and how to navigate this “invisible disease”. From the challenges of diagnosis to navigating chronic pain, inflammation…
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Ep 247: Coaching, Community & Career Longevity: Behind the Scenes with Jarrah Ingram
In this episode, Bex chats with Jarrah Ingram — a glute growth coach and gym owner who’s built a thriving hybrid business in Adelaide that blends in-person training, online coaching, and a strong, value-driven team culture. Jarrah takes us behind the scenes of his journey — from humble beginnings...
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Ep 246: Thinking of Going Online? Why Being a Great Trainer Isn’t Enough (with Dan Lambert)”
In this episode, Bex chats with Dan Lambert — an experienced coach and mentor who helps fitness professionals transition from the gym floor to scalable, sustainable online businesses. Dan shares his journey from burning out as a 1:1 PT in the UK to building a thriving online coaching brand while...
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Ep 245: No Followers, No Problem: What the Best Trainers Are Doing Differently
In this episode, Bex chats with Ben Scott, coach, mentor, and co-founder of STC Learn — a platform helping personal trainers build rock-solid businesses without chasing clout or compromising integrity. Ben shares his journey from engineering to full-time gym floor PT, and how he scaled from solo...
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Ep 244: How to use Instagram to grow a local fitness business with Luke Dobson
In this episode of Fitness Education Online podcast Jono interviews Luke Dobson. Luke Dobson is a digital marketing expert who specializes in helping local businesses leverage Instagram to close deals and dominate their markets. Through his agency, Fast Track Media, he has assisted over 120...
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Ep 243: From Gym Floor to Thriving Online Coaching Business with Liv Bannon
🎙 Episode Title: From Gym Floor to Thriving Online Coaching Business with Liv Bannon 🔗 Episode Links: 🔹 Follow Liv on Instagram: @livkyid 🔹 Learn more about Liv’s coaching: lwlcoaching.co 🔹 Check out our fitness certifications: Fitness Education Online 🎧 Episode Summary: In this inspiring...
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Ep 242: How To Sell Online Coaching (...without feeling like a douche) with Louis Duffel Deforges
🎙 Episode Title: How To Sell Online Coaching (...without feeling like a douche) with Louis Duffel Deforges 🔗 Episode Links: 🔹 Follow Louis on Instagram: @louisduffelsdesforges 🔹 Learn more about our courses: Fitness Education Online 🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode, Bex chats with Louis...
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Ep 241: How to utilise breathwork in your PT sessions with Connor Bowers
In this episode of Fitness Education Online podcast Jono interviews Connor Bowers. Connor is a Finalist for the AUSActive 2024 Student of the Year Award and the 2024 Fitness Education Online Student of the year. With a passion for improving both physical performance and mental well-being, Connor...
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Ep 240: Breathwork Essentials for Fitness Professionals with Mark Leong
In this episode of Fitness Education Online podcast Jono interviews Mark Leong Mark has a diverse background spanning sports recovery, movement, financial services, media, and technology, serving as both a consultant and senior executive. As an instructor, he specializes in integrating breathwork...
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Ep 239: How to massively grow your fitness business with Australia’s #1 Fitness Business Coach
In this episode of Fitness Education Online podcast Jono interviews Dan Henderson Dan Henderson is the founder of Fitness Profit and a seasoned Fitness Business Coach and Gym Mentor with over ten years of experience. He helps personal trainers and fitness professionals succeed by providing expert...
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Ep 238: Should a PT also study Nutrition?
In this episode of Fitness Education Online podcast Jono interviews Rachelle Doss Rachelle has over 10 years experience working in fitness and health as a personal trainer, nutritionist and law of attraction life coach.She’s a registered with AARPN and is very passionate about individualised and...
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Fitness Education Online are one of the largest providers in world when it comes to online CEC / CEU courses for Fitness Professionals. This podcast is a free resource for Personal Trainers, Bootcamp Operators, Group Fitness Instructors, Gym / Studio Owners and anyone else in the Fitness Industry who is looking to up skill their knowledge. Every week your hosts Jono Petrohilos and Travis Mattern will interview a different expert in the Fitness Industry who will share their expertise and give actionable tips that a Fitness Professional can implement immediately. Fitness Education Online also have one of the largest Facebook Groups in the world for Fitness Professionals "The Fitness Education Online Community" - feel free to connect with us in there too. @fitnesseducationonline @jono_petrohilos @travis_the_kettlebell_guy
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