The Trainer Life Podcast
by Danielle Harrison
The Trainer Life Podcast is a podcast dedicated to fitness. Danielle Harrison is a Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Human Movement Specialist and holds a host of other certifications. Danielle will be discussing her years of experience and knowledge as a NYC Personal Trainer. She will be delving into all things fitness from the perspective of someone in the industry. Danielle will have guest on discussing sustainable fitness and outlooks based on science-based research. Danielle looks forward to sharing her knowledge and experience with you.
Episodes
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It's August are your clients out of town?
August is one of the most quiet seasons. How are you utilizing your time? Changes to the Pod
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Trends in fitness...but you still need to strength train
Different fitness trends have their moment in the spotlight. Remember, nothing replaces strength training. The article referenced for this article is below. Resistance Training for Older Adults: Position Statement From the National Strength and Conditioning Association A portion of this episode…
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Maintenance calories. You can’t be in a calorie deficit forever.
I discuss maintenance calories. Do you know what this means, its benefits and how to achieve it?
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Treat your training like a business
In my humble opinion, sales, Business management, and program design/continuing education are the top three things you need to be a successful trainer.
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We are at the 6-month mark
We are 6 months into the year. How are you doing? Are you being consistent? Or have you fallen off? Are your timelines realistic? Let's discuss.
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P + P = Patience and Physical Therapy
Patience and physical therapy will help you heal faster. Stop trying to rush the process. Trust the process.
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Meal Prep doesn't have to be hard
Meal prep is a great way to save money and get the nutritious foods that you need to be healthy and reach specific goals that you may have. Here are some quick and easy meal hacks, and quick recipes to make your life easier.
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You're not going to start where I am
You will not do what I do when you first start training with me. A common statement first-time clients make is, "I can't do what you do." I tell them I'm training based on my needs and goals, and I will program based on your goals and needs.
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PROTEIN!!!!!!
Let's talk about protein. On this episode, I discuss why the type of protein you use, and the timing of it matters. Putra, C., Konow, N., Gage, M., York, C. G., & Mangano, K. M. (2021). Protein Source and Muscle Health in Older Adults: A Literature Review. Nutrients, 13(3), 743....
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What should you be doing?
In previous episodes, I have discussed how vital a warm-up is. But what should you do during your warm-up? I break down some movements that you can incorporate into your warm-up. That will make your warm-up intentional and make you feel less arduous.
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What are your habits?
In this episode, I discuss the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, focusing on the habit loop and how building strong habits can help build a strong fitness journey.
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Self-control is essential
In today's episode, I discuss how self-control and discipline can breed your greatest results. We can't avoid our challenges and expect to have growth.
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Special Guest-Yvonne Alonso
Yvonne Alonso is today's guest. I am so excited to have her on. Yvonne is a vegan athlete, a Personal Trainer, a fitness competitor, and lives abroad in Copenhagen. We discuss how being vegan impacts her life and her training.This is a feel-good conversation between two women who love fitness and...
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Rest is Important
Rest is an important part of your workout. I explain how depending on what phase of training you're in will affect your rest time.
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It's tax season
It's that time of year again—tax season. I discuss five write-offs that you may or may not know about and85 some helpful business practices that my accountant has told me about.
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Having a gym in a the city
On this episode, I discuss some of the issues that can arise when you have a gym in a building where you share walls with others and the pitfalls that you can avoid.
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The 12-week year and its correlation with fitness
Have you ever read the 12-week year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington? The breakdown of the 12-week year is very similar to how coaches program for their clients.
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The warm-up is not negotiable
Your warm-up is part of the workout. Don't skip it, you will pay for it in the long run
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Children and Fitness
On today's episode, I focus on children and how fitness can impact their lives in a positive way and the different programs used to help.
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Goals not resolutions
Heyyyyy. I'm back again! Happy New Year! Let's go!
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Enjoy your meal
Thanksgiving is in a few day's and baby, eat the food, enjoy your day, and stop stressing.
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Start now, don't wait
We are not waiting for New Year, new me. We are starting right here right now.
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It's contextual
What type of training you are doing will play a role in how you execute certain movement patterns. Always remember what you do in one mode of training may not be correct for the other.
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Behaviors towards physical Activity and Exercise
On this episode, I discuss how your psychological state and self-efficacy play an important role in your long-term goals. The information I utilize is from the textbook ACSM's Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity and Exercise by Claudio R. Nigg, 2014
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Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting is it worth it? And what you should know about it. The article that I used for this episode is- Beneficial effects of intermittent fasting: a narrative review Dae-Kyu Song1 , Yong-Woon Kim2 Department of Physiology & Obesity-mediated Disease Research Center, Keimyung…
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What should your routine look like?
On this episode I am discussing routines, why people fall off, and how to start a routine and keep a routine. I will be using information from the article cited below. Are you a routine person, love them, hate them, indifferent? I discuss the positive benefits of starting a low-level routine for...
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Body Mass Index
I am discussing BMI, what it does, how it works, and the errors it has.
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Should you workout on vacay?
Let's talk about working out on vacation and whether it is your best decision for you.
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Everyone doesn't want to lose weight
We always look at fitness in terms of weight loss but working out is so much more than that. Having a Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Realistic Time frame can help you stay consistent. The information is taken from the textbook- Nigg, C.R. (2013). ACSM's Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity...
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Sleep and its Effects on the Body
Welcome back! On today's episode, I will be talking about and giving you some data about sleep and the effects it can have on your body. Rate, follow, subscribe, and tell a friend.
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Did you miss me?
I know I was only supposed to be gone for a month and it has been three and a half months but, I am back, excited, and ready to bring you weekly episodes.
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Truth moment. I hate the word TONE!
I'm not too fond of the word tone because it doesn't mean what people think it means. Here is an article that references what " tone " means. Muscle Tone - ScienceDirect
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Mindset First
Your mindset is your first line of defense in order to achieve your goals.
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Special Guest- Fitness Instructor/Registered Dietician- Jeanette Chandler
Motivated, dynamic, energetic, compassionate CEO, Fitness Instructor & Health and Wellness Coach with over 20 years of experience in fitness, nutrition and health education. Committed to wellness from the inside - out...focusing on mind, body, and soul transformations. CO-AUTHOR - “The Health…
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Don't trust the blue check!
Now you can buy your blue check on Instagram—my thoughts on this and maybe a little bit of a rant.
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Running sneakers and why you shouldn't lift them
Let's discuss running sneakers and why you can't wear them for everything. In this week's episode, I read excerpts from a paper I wrote about barefoot running compared to Shod running and how this can affect your workout. I have provided the book and article I used for this paper. Floyd, R.T....
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Interview w/Ria Zervos Online Business Coach for Fitness & Health coaching
Ria Zervos is an Online Business Coach for Fitness & Health coaching moms. I help you create profitable businesses without a lot of followers. With 22+ years in the fitness industry helping create & edit programs. Now I help Fitness & Health coaching moms get unstuck in their online business and...
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Chat GPT and fitness
How do you think Chat GPT is going to affect the fitness industry? These are my thoughts, as a business owner, and things that clients should consider before trying to use it as a shortcut to results.
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Elevate yourself
In this episode I am reminiscing about attending a coaches elevation conference, and how it was not what I wanted to do, but it was exactly what I needed. This episode is for everyone, but if you are a coach this episode will definitely speak to you.
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It's going to get boring.
Sometimes your fitness journey will be boring. Motivation will leave you, but dedication and consistency will keep you on your fitness journey.
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Interview w/Dr. Megan Johnson McCullough
This episode is an interview with Dr. Megan Johnson McCullough, she is a fantastic woman with a plethora of accomplishments and a heart to serve and help people through fitness. I hope you enjoy this week's episode. About – Every BODY's Fit (everybodysfitoceanside.com)
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Stop comparing yourself!
I am seeing a lot of new faces in group fitness classes. Please don't compare yourself to others and don't feel bad about taking an alternate movement or modification. It doesn't mean you can't, it just means not yet.
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Transformation
Let's talk about transformation. This episode is about transformation beyond the physical. Can you walk up the stairs without getting winded? Can you lift your child up without pain? That's transformation. I touch on transformations that my clients have told me about; I hope to encourage you to...
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It's going to be hard.
It is still the beginning of the year and the gyms are all a buzz. But, let me tell you something it's going to be hard. And that's what I will be discussing in today's episode.
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Don't give up!
It is officially the first week of the new year. How are you feeling? How are your fitness journey plans going?
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So you want to take a class?
It is the time of year when people want to start taking group fitness classes. Here are some helpful tips on how to start.
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New Year, New ....
It's that time of year again. New year, New me, let's talk about actionable steps you can take to not end up like the crowd, quitting by Valentine's Day. I hope today's episode helps you to be encouraged, make realistic goals as well as realistic expectations.
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I'm back...agian!!
I have completed the first year of my master's program. This is what I have learned about managing my time.
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How to get hired at a gym
Do you want to get hired at a gym? Well, here are some tips that I have picked up over my 15 years in the industry and things I personally look for when interviewing instructors and trainers.
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Special Guest Wellness Competitor and Fitness Coach Brianna Koleva
Brianna is a personal trainer and nutrition coach with a holistic approach to wellness and a passion for bodybuilding. Enjoy this episode as we dive into a great discussion about being a female coach in the industry and her journey of competing in the wellness category. Find Brianna on IG...
About this show
The Trainer Life Podcast is a podcast dedicated to fitness. Danielle Harrison is a Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Human Movement Specialist and holds a host of other certifications. Danielle will be discussing her years of experience and knowledge as a NYC Personal Trainer. She will be delving into all things fitness from the perspective of someone in the industry. Danielle will have guest on discussing sustainable fitness and outlooks based on science-based research. Danielle looks forward to sharing her knowledge and experience with you.
Hosted by
Danielle Harrison