Jul 21 | The Monday Report

As time unfolds, it teaches us countless lessons. Each experience, challenge, and moment shapes who we become and how we grow every day.

FITLETE Professional Update

The Resource Nexus

— I finished some directory structure projects. It was the big one, the one that would allow me to connect to every other branch in the directory and actually create a nexus on both the front end and the back end of the site. You won’t notice the differences yet on site, but it’s building! Last week's update was about the front end; this one is all backend stuff. I want to keep you involved on both sides.

• Annual In-Person Events in July:

  • The Nutrition Society: Annual Conference

  • European College Of Sports Science: Annual Congress

  • American Physical Therapy Association: Future of Physical Therapy Summit

  • American Academy Of Sports Physical Therapy: Annual Meeting

  • National Strength And Conditioning Association: National Conference

  • Idea Health And Fitness Association: Idea World Conference

  • Rehabilitation Medicine Society Of Australia and New Zealand: ASM Conference

  • East Asia Research: Asia-Singapore Conference on Sport Science

  • SCW Fitness Education: SCW Atlanta Mania

  • Club Management Association Of America: Governance & Leadership Symposiums

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FITLETE Radio

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— SEASON 2 HAS BEGUN!!! I was very grateful to start the season with such a great coach. Daniel and I have several mutual friends, and I have listened to a bunch of episodes from his podcast before we met each other.

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Fantastic podcasts I heard last week:

I noticed a few shows stopped recording new shows. I'm looking for some new ones to add to my subscription library. Any Suggestions?

1. Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates— #372 Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple - Debunking Hormone Balancing, Menopausal Myths, and Women’s Training Misinformation

   1. Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, a PhD in integrative physiology and co-owner of Mass Research Review, debunks women's health myths. She says 'balancing hormones' is misleading and explains misconceptions about training during the menstrual cycle. She discusses fasted training's impact on muscle loss and the risks of misinformation about menopause. Dr. Colenso-Semple also evaluates weighted vests for bone health, promoting evidence-based training for women.

2. Escape Your Limits & LIFTS— Ep.75 - The Truth Behind Profitable Fitness Studios | Julian Barnes of BFS

   1. Julian Barnes, BFS Network's Co-founder and CEO, discusses trends in boutique fitness and studio profitability. He highlights the importance of hiring a full-time manager, the rising demand for Pilates, and how tariffs affect equipment costs. He shares strategies to boost profitability through quality service and customer retention. A must-listen for fitness enthusiasts and studio owners!

3. Sigma Nutrition Radio— #568: Does the Maternal Diet Impact Risk of ADHD & Autism? – David Horner, PhD

   1. Dr. David Horner from the University of Copenhagen investigates how a Western-style diet during pregnancy may increase ADHD and autism risk in children. He discusses how diet impacts neurodevelopment, using methods like dietary assessments and metabolic markers. Horner emphasizes the importance of prenatal nutrition and suggests future research into fish oil and genetics.

4. Chasing Common Ground: Lifestyle Conversations with Chris Liddle— Steve Lutz on Losing 170 lbs, Quitting Alcohol, and Rebuilding Purpose from the Ground Up.

   1. Steve Lutz, a fitness coach who lost 170 lbs and overcame alcohol dependency, shares his journey. He talks about the silent struggles of addiction and the pivotal moment that prompted him to seek help. Steve emphasizes community and environment's role in well-being. He reflects on his coaching leap, the link between purpose and health, and the power of friendship and support. His story shows it's never too late to reclaim your life.

5. Hidden Brain— You 2.0: The Passion Pill

   1. Jon Jachimowicz, a Harvard behavioral scientist, explores passion's complexities. He explains why passions fade and how to sustain them by transforming old interests. The discussion covers personal stories, emotional struggles, burnout, and offers questions to reignite enthusiasm, prompting listeners to reconsider what passion means in their lives.

6. The Business Of Strength Podcast— EP 200: Creating a Professional and Memorable Fitness Culture

   1. Join Joe Riggio and Dan Goodman as they talk about crafting an outstanding training experience. They explain how to transform basic service into genuine hospitality, assemble a professional team, and foster a gym culture that keeps clients engaged. With practical advice drawn from their experience and visit to Elite FTS, this episode helps you elevate your fitness business.

Here’s a link to download Snipd, the podcast app I use to make a “notebook” of A.I. transcripts, bookmarks within episodes, and take notes on each podcast I hear! 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.

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Personal Update

— Last week was a stressful one, and this weekend was an enjoyable one. My wife and I are going to be changing apartments, and we think we've found a new spot. We have to go through the whole application process and all that jazz. It’s not the end of the world type of stress, but it’s just added unknown, you know? This past weekend, we took a last-minute trip to visit family up north, and it was a great way to get away, both physically and emotionally.

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