<![CDATA[This Week In FITLETE]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.comhttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ts88!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fab8c3efd-6ab4-4aad-95d9-9b4439a29270_450x450.pngThis Week In FITLETEhttps://thisweek.fitletes.comSubstackWed, 26 Aug 2026 23:57:57 GMT<![CDATA[Tuesday Quote of the Week- August 25]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/tuesday-quote-of-the-week-august-23ahttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/tuesday-quote-of-the-week-august-23aWed, 26 Aug 2026 00:01:00 GMTTrying to do two things at once means you’ll do neither well; focus on one task at a time.

]]><![CDATA[AUG 24 | THE MONDAY REPORT]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/aug-24-the-monday-reporthttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/aug-24-the-monday-reportTue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:49 GMT
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— I am hoping to have 1st looks at the new system out before the end of the month and to give a few people access to check it out on the testing backend. I am at the point in the project where I can’t wait for it to be done, haha.

Luckily, I’m not stuck in the “it’s not perfect yet so I can’t release it” mindset. That mindset has absolutely destroyed my progress in the past, and it’s funny because I don’t do that in my work as a coach or in my hobby as an artist. I assume it comes from self-doubt or that demon called imposter syndrome.

It’s going to be cool for me to see all 1,400+ organizations compiled into one platform. It’s going to be our own corner of the web, but without the data hallucinations.

FITLETE Radio

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— Summer time Q&A’s have been difficult to get this season lol. Let me share the top 3 MOST LISTENED-to episodes thus far after 3 seasons.

FITLETE Nation

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George’s Podcast Reflection Notes:

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*I use SnipD to enhance my learning when listening to podcasts, and have a premium account. If you sign up for a premium, I will not receive anything in compensation.

Personal Update

— My Niece turned 7 last week, and we spent the weekend with her and my family.

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]]><![CDATA[Don’t wait for memorable moments. Create them.]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/dont-wait-for-memorable-moments-createhttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/dont-wait-for-memorable-moments-createMon, 24 Aug 2026 00:01:07 GMTTo me, life feels like it slows down when you step out of the “flow” of the day, week, month, and year. Those little breaks in time are where I find myself when I think about the past.

]]><![CDATA[A support system is often overlooked when starting your journey.]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/a-support-system-is-often-overlookedhttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/a-support-system-is-often-overlookedSun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:42 GMTSomething I learned late in life, and try to instill in the clients I work with, is to accept help from those who agree to be part of your support system. You don’t have to do it all by yourself, especially if/when someone in your family or friend circle offers their support. Having a coach can be a game changer for some, but when you spend most of your time outside of your workouts, it’s helpful to have someone who knows your goals, ambitions, and struggles and can be a reliable presence in your life.

]]><![CDATA[Hypertrophy potential in lower energy states of being]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/hypertrophy-potential-in-lower-energyhttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/hypertrophy-potential-in-lower-energySat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:51 GMTI LISTEN TO PODCASTS EVERY WEEK AND I REALLY ENJOYED THIS ONE. I STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT EVERY COACH AND PERSONAL TRAINER LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST EPISODE. IF YOU LIKE WHAT THEY TALK ABOUT FIND THEM IN THE NEXUS AND LEARN A LITTLE MORE.

https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/sigma-nutrition-radio-594-can-muscle

]]><![CDATA[You are not so smart: 339 - Enlightened Disagreement]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/you-are-not-so-smart-339-enlightenedhttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/you-are-not-so-smart-339-enlightenedFri, 21 Aug 2026 23:15:44 GMT

All these clips and short segments are made with the help of Snipd, the AI-powered podcast app for knowledge seekers.

Telescoping Follow‑Up Questions To Evoke Reasoning

  • Ask an introspective question, then follow with a second that prompts the person’s reasoning.

  • Keep asking follow-ups that address only their most recent answer until you switch roles; practice makes it work on polarized topics.

Telescoping Reveals Confabulated Reasons

  • Telescoping uses repeated follow-ups to move people from gut reactions to articulated reasoning.

  • That process exposes confabulation: believable but false narratives people sincerely believe about their motives.

Reward Learning More Not Just Getting It Right

  • Gamify curiosity by rewarding players who get answers wrong but keep exploring credible explanations.

  • Brad suggests giving equal or greater points for clicking through corrective sources so players learn as they play.

Small Conference Sparked Sudden Momentum

  • A focused summer pedagogy conference convening ~20 varied practitioners crystallized momentum for the initiative after three quieter years.

  • Nearly everyone invited attended and that event made people realize “it’s happening,” accelerating progress.

Point Taken Builds Understanding Before Debate

  • Point Taken focuses on understanding and communicating others’ real views as a prerequisite to debate.

  • When participants restate opposing assumptions (not caricatures), many disagreements dissolve or become clearer.

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]]><![CDATA[The Resource Nexus Built for Coaches Who Take It Seriously]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/the-resource-nexus-built-for-coaches-131https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/the-resource-nexus-built-for-coaches-131Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:01:21 GMTGeorge knew he didn’t belong in the chain-and-yellow-jacket life, so he built FITLETE Personal Trainers Resource Nexus instead, for coaches who’d rather flex client results than fake bling.

]]><![CDATA[Yes, those are Jorts]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/yes-those-are-jortshttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/yes-those-are-jortsThu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:17 GMTThis was my version of classy, casual, and functional. To some people who care about that world, this might be more “fashun” than fashion, but to me it was just…me. It was me in the sense that my fashion choices hurt no one; I felt good in them, and I made it so I didn't have to spend energy on something I truly couldn't care less about. It took me a while to realize how this mindset of not wasting energy on things I don’t care about spilled (beneficially) into other areas of my life and practice; maybe it was more obvious to others than to me, but I now see it as a consistent theme in my decision-making as a business owner and a coach. You can’t be everything or the best at everything; you have to choose where to put your energy.

]]><![CDATA[Tuesday Quote of the Week- August 18]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/tuesday-quote-of-the-week-august-5d7https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/tuesday-quote-of-the-week-august-5d7Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:56 GMTDeath is the great equalizer; no matter our status, we all face it on the same terms

]]><![CDATA[AUG 17 | THE MONDAY REPORT]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/aug-17-the-monday-reporthttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/aug-17-the-monday-reportTue, 18 Aug 2026 00:01:26 GMT

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— A lighter-than-normal development week for the Nexus, but I have been adding small projects on the side to assist my personal training clients, and that has been a fun experiment in coding. I made a side project that I will be further refining for mobile devices over time called the “Macro‑Based Grocery List Calculator “, it needs a better name, but it's based on using food exchange list values to generalize foods into a few categories instead of specific items. It groups similar items with very similar macronutrient profiles into one simplified group; for example, leafy greens = spinach, romaine, kale. This way, someone can shop for any of those items and fulfill their leafy greens allocation.

Here is the link if you want to explore it: https://fitletes.com/miami/weekly-meal-plan-calculator.html

FITLETE Radio

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— Episode #9, Meet Arlan!!

FITLETE Nation

— When you purchase Fitlete apparel, you’re not just wearing the brand—you’re helping support FITLETE’s mission to educate, inspire, and elevate the fitness industry through quality content, innovation, and community outreach.

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George’s Podcast Reflection Notes:

They have a free app you can use, or, with this link, you get 1 month of their Premium version for free: 1 Free Month Of Premium Snipd.
*I use SnipD to enhance my learning when listening to podcasts, and have a premium account. If you sign up for a premium, I will not receive anything in compensation.

Personal Update

— This past Saturday, I celebrated 18 years with my wife Nikki. We have grown together in many ways and figured things out along the way. It’s a journey I look forward to continuing every day.

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]]><![CDATA[18 Years and 1 Day]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/18-years-and-1-dayhttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/18-years-and-1-dayMon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:40 GMTWe didnt know what we were doing then, and we still dont know what we are doing now, but we know we are doing it together. #SameTeam @nikkicp415

]]><![CDATA[There's a difference between showing up and showing up with intent.]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/theres-a-difference-between-showinghttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/theres-a-difference-between-showingSun, 16 Aug 2026 00:01:17 GMTOne of the biggest lessons a coach can teach a client has nothing to do with specific exercises or refining technique; it’s about what it means to “show up.” It’s not an attendance thing; it’s about pairing your physical presence with your mental and emotional presence. You’re always going to have things going on outside the gym, and on occasion your physical presence might be all you can offer, but it can’t be the majority of days if you have any expectation of seeing results. It’s about honoring your commitments to yourself and learning how and when to ask for help in honoring them. You won’t be your best every day, but you can give “today’s 100%.”

]]><![CDATA[Shining a light on your blind spots as a coach.]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/shining-a-light-on-your-blind-spotshttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/shining-a-light-on-your-blind-spotsSat, 15 Aug 2026 00:01:06 GMTI LISTEN TO PODCASTS EVERY WEEK AND I REALLY ENJOYED THIS ONE. I STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT EVERY COACH AND PERSONAL TRAINER LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST EPISODE. IF YOU LIKE WHAT THEY TALK ABOUT FIND THEM IN THE NEXUS AND LEARN A LITTLE MORE.

https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/the-coaches-corner-university-podcast-4d5

]]><![CDATA[Creating the World's Best Client Experience: Support for the Client Experience with Tobey Wyatt]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/creating-the-worlds-best-client-experience-27chttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/creating-the-worlds-best-client-experience-27cFri, 14 Aug 2026 23:15:17 GMT

All these clips and short segments are made with the help of Snipd, the AI-powered podcast app for knowledge seekers.

Operations Drain Turns Passion Into Burnout

  • Founders often become CEOs and operators without preparation, doing tasks that drain energy and steal joy from their business.

  • Tobey notes this mismatch leads to burnout and prevents scaling unless operational work is offloaded or redefined.

Stop Stacking Small Tasks and Hire Operations Help

  • Doing every small task yourself stacks up into long nights and false savings.

  • Hiring an assistant or adding an operations layer frees founders to do revenue-generating work and prevents burnout.

Safe Judgment Free Productive Is How CEOs Get Real Support

  • Tobey says CEOs need support that is safe, judgment-free, and productive to surface real issues.

  • She explains safe means mutual, judgment-free requires withholding full judgments, and productive needs business-context knowledge.

Best Clients Prioritize People And Culture

  • Tobey seeks clients who feel misunderstood and prioritize culture and people alongside solid operations.

  • She prefers organizations focused on the people element, not sacrificing operational excellence, as her ideal fit.

Use Fractional Talent Instead Of Premature Full-Time Hires

  • Tobey urges founders to hire fractional or part-time executives instead of stretching to full-time roles that create bloat.

  • Example: a full-time hire with 80% idle time will fill it, causing extra work and a rapid hiring cascade; use fractional CFOs or ops instead.

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]]><![CDATA[Coaches Spotlight: Meet Arlan Carroll| S3:ep9]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/coaches-spotlight-meet-arlan-carrollhttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/coaches-spotlight-meet-arlan-carrollFri, 14 Aug 2026 15:49:45 GMTArlan Carroll is an aerospace engineer–turned fitness professional who now runs AC Fitness and Sports Training and serves as director of training at Palm Beach Personal Fitness in Jupiter, Florida. He trains a wide range of clients from youth athletes (ages 10–13) to adults in their 80s and 90s—with a focus on strength, longevity, and helping people “get their life back” through smart, individualized programming.

Coaching Philosophy & Approach

“Never stop learning, never stop lifting, never stop living.”

Arlan’s approach has evolved from a “every workout must be brutal” mindset to a more nuanced, person-first model. He emphasizes:

  • Individualization: “Each person is unique. Each individual is their own athlete.”

  • Consistency over chaos: He asks clients for 2–3 sessions per week, on-time arrival, trust, and steady effort—rather than living in the gym.

  • Life-first training: The work in the gym should make life outside the gym easier, not dominate it.

  • Long-term thinking: Goals are written down, chipped away at, and adjusted as life and priorities evolve.

He’s especially focused on rebuilding confidence in clients who’ve been injured or inactive, often starting from “ground zero” and progressing safely to barbell work and beyond

“The gym and working with me should help their life outside of here.”

One of Arlan’s most memorable coaching moments was when he worked with a client in his late 50s or early 60s. The client had a serious back injury, gained some weight, and was initially afraid to touch a barbell. With careful guidance and rebuilding, the client was able to return to doing back squats. He shared with Arlan, “My back doesn’t hurt. I feel great… I really feel like you’ve given me my life back.” Seeing that same client later enjoy running around and playing with his grandchild is exactly why Arlan loves coaching and doing what he does.

“You really want to build that relationship, build that trust between each other, and really have open conversations…”

For Arlan, the most valuable advice for both coaches and clients is quite simple: “Never stop learning, never stop lifting, never stop living.” He truly believes in the importance of lifelong education, maintaining strength and fitness, and integrating training into everyday life through hobbies, sports, and travel. His approach thoughtfully combines scientific understanding, empathy, and a touch of detective work to uncover the true obstacles people face, and then he creates adaptable, long-term plans that grow with life’s changes.

Connect with Arlan

]]><![CDATA[The Resource Nexus Built for Coaches Committed to the Profession]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/the-resource-nexus-built-for-coaches-cf5https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/the-resource-nexus-built-for-coaches-cf5Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:56 GMTGeorge tried soccer once. Fell down, realized chasing clients is easier than chasing the ball. Now he lets FITLETE Personal Trainers Resource Nexus do the running on fitletes.com/discover/ so he just scores leads.

]]><![CDATA[The other picture we took was blurry.]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/the-other-picture-we-took-was-blurryhttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/the-other-picture-we-took-was-blurryThu, 13 Aug 2026 00:01:19 GMT@nikkicp415 Looking back at our time together, all of my favorite moments were the random, unplanned ones no one will ever see, but we will celebrate them with random “Hey, remember when” conversations.

]]><![CDATA[AUG 10 | THE MONDAY REPORT]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/aug-10-the-monday-reporthttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/aug-10-the-monday-reportTue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:37 GMT
Whakarewarewa Forest lookout: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KBzZRJLRRu3iwCUG8

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— 🌶️I’m always looking for better ways to filter the Live in-person events and the virtual events because while I like being abel to see ALL my options layed out, I know others prefer to the abilitiy to widdle things down and only see what is hyper focused on their interests. Thats Why I’ll be adding in an “Conference or Course” select box so you can easily filter between the big conferences, expos, and summits that maybe happen 1 time per year vs courses that are hosted in different facilties throughout the year. Maybe it was somethign that I should have included from the start, but you don’t know what people want until they start using your stuff. and I certanly didn’t think about it. It’s good I can stay flexible.

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— We have reached the half way point into the season and it’s time for a recap before moving to the second half. Recognize training principles across different coaching styles, and learn how other coaches problem solve for their clients. 8 Episodes, 8 coaches, same questions.

  1. Ashley Beeman-NPC bikini athlete and online coach helping ambitious women end yo‑yo dieting, build shredded, strong bodies, and create “fit freedom” through macros, mindset, and sustainable strength training.

  2. David Skolnik- Dr. David Skolnik, DPT blends rehab, strength, and education to help adults 40–75 move pain-free, get strong for real life, and become smarter, more effective coaches.

  3. Stephanie Rojas- Miami-based nutritional therapy practitioner and macro coach Stephanie Rojas helps busy women heal their relationship with food, boost energy, and build strong, sustainable habits for real life.

  4. Nathan Jones- Nathan Jones is the co-owner of Elevation Athletic Performance in Cassville, MO, coaching youth to adult athletes with a servant-first approach that blends hard training, empathy, & real-life balance.

  5. Dana Carey- Former D1 swimmer and current Premier Athletics coach, Dana Carey helps busy adults build confidence in the gym, balance fitness with real life, and chase goals from HYROX to healthier habits.

  6. Stephanie Frykberg- IFBB Pro and Reno-based coach Stephanie Frykberg blends strength, physique, Hyrox, and nutrition coaching with a practical, people-first philosophy that helps clients build sustainable habits.

  7. Dominic Frazier- Dominic Frazier is a human performance & nutrition coach who specializes in helping athletes & busy high‑performers improve body comp, performance, & long‑term health through habit based systems.

  8. Bryce MacArthur- Personal trainer and B3 Coaching owner in Edmonton, Bryce helps chronic “start‑stop” exercisers build a resilient, pain‑free body and a life they can actually maintain through structure and systems.

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— When you purchase Fitlete apparel, you’re not just wearing the brand you’re helping support FITLETE’s mission to educate, inspire, and elevate the fitness industry through quality content, innovation, and community outreach.

It’s here. TONED Collection! Low noise. High standard. Built for coaches who know their craft. The FITLETE TONED Collection is designed for coaches who let their work speak for itself.

This collection is for professionals who understand that results matter most. It’s for the coach who builds strong clients, establishes structured systems, cultivates trusted relationships, and develops a sustainable business through consistent execution, rather than empty hype or performative expertise.

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George’s Podcast Reflection Notes:

They have a free app you can use, or, with this link, you get 1 month of their Premium version for free: 1 Free Month Of Premium Snipd.
*I use SnipD to enhance my learning when listening to podcasts, and have a premium account. If you sign up for a premium, I will not receive anything in compensation.

Personal Update

— A great weekend, a solid and easy representation of accepting the “sacrifice” of a choice. I had a loose plan going into the weekend, nothing written in stone, nothing that was so important that it had to be scheduled, so it was pretty free. I went into it wanting to paint/draw more, hammock more, read more, and do whatever made me feel most relaxed. What had happened was 6 hours of golf in some very hot sunny weather: 18 holes on Friday early evening and another 9 in the middle of the day on Saturday. Then Sunday: train a client and…melt into the living room, rent a movie, and rewatch Rings of Power. It was a great weekend. I made a trade, a conscious trade, a valued trade.

Choosing to accept a sacrifice might seem easier if it’s for enjoyable things like golfing and movies, but remember, the same idea holds even when the decision is tough. Try to let go of the urge to keep revisiting, regretting, or resenting the cost. A truly meaningful choice isn’t about losing nothing; it’s about understanding what you’re giving up and still feeling that it’s worth it.

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]]><![CDATA[Hammock time is essential. Period, end of story.]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/hammock-time-is-essential-periodhttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/hammock-time-is-essential-periodMon, 10 Aug 2026 00:01:33 GMTTo me, "self-care" is simply how I can meet my needs so I have the capacity to show up well for myself and the people around me. I explain it to myself as "healthy selfishness." Knowing myself better, taking responsibility for my needs first, being able to communicate my needs effectively, not making others pay the cost for it, and recognizing & changing when something is skewing to an unhealthy form of selfishness.

]]><![CDATA[Attaining a well performed push up is often overlooked in a transformation.]]>https://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/attaining-a-well-performed-push-uphttps://thisweek.fitletes.com/p/attaining-a-well-performed-push-upSun, 09 Aug 2026 00:01:56 GMTIt's not flashy, often overlooked, but damn if I say its important and impressive when you can see someone effortlessly performing a push up.

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