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Friday Apr 17, 2026
Friday Apr 17, 2026
We’re back! After a whirlwind few weeks of travel, Tom and Dan reunite to recap the chaos.
Tom shares his wild journey through Mexico from checking off a New Seven Wonder at Chichén Itzá to surviving a "Latin-style" wedding involving electrocution games and grasshopper shots (yes, really).
Meanwhile, Dan breaks down the highlights from the recent Nottingham coaching event, sharing the gold nuggets from industry leaders like Rachel Henley and Jake.
The Content Gap: Why waiting for "permission" is killing your growth.
YouTube vs. Instagram: A raw look at Tom’s latest video stats and why long-form authority wins every time.
Master’s Recap: Our take on the drama at Augusta and why pressure breaks even the best.
0:00 Introduction & UK Trip Catch Up
1:32 Tom's Mexico Trip: Houston to Merida
6:34 The Mexican Food Experience
11:15 Mexican Belly & Wild Wedding Traditions
17:10 Reviewing the Nottingham Coaching Event
21:58 Key Takeaways: Passion & Uniqueness in Content
24:20 YouTube Strategy & Performance Review
34:00 The Masters & Golf Talk
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Friday Mar 27, 2026
Friday Mar 27, 2026
Stop selling sets and reps, start selling the future. In this episode, we’re going into the psychology of fitness sales for personal trainers and online coaches.
If you’ve ever wondered why your "bespoke plans" aren't converting, it’s likely because you’re missing the emotional "why" behind the weight loss.
We also get tactical on injury rehab, discussing a niche 12-week knee program that’s changing the game, and why internal hip rotation is the missing link for your golf swing (and your squats).
Of course... You guessed it... We’re ranking the world’s most popular pastries, debating the best food in Mexico, and calling out the "lazy" coaching cues like "engage your core" that mean absolutely nothing to your clients.
0:00 Intro and Eating Habits
1:50 Giving Up Caffeine and Fizzy Drinks
5:44 Life in Dubai and Mosquitoes
6:40 Knee Rehab and Niche Training Programs
13:22 Hip Rotation, Golf, and Isometrics
19:28 Traveling for Food: Mexico
21:00 The World's Most Popular Pastries
30:23 Selling the Result, Not the Process
35:49 Why Coaches Need to Be Challenged
44:25 Improving Coaching Cues and Communication
50:15 PT Mistakes and Client Empowerment
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Friday Mar 20, 2026
Friday Mar 20, 2026
From biscuit power rankings to the "death" of critical thinking in fitness, we go into why most coaches are being "spoon-fed" education and how to actually build your own training system through curiosity and lead-magnet "rabbit holes."
We also tackle the massive anxiety of gym vlogging, explaining why doing the "extraordinary" is the entry price for a successful brand.
Plus, we break down why standardised S&C tests often fail the general population and how to regress your testing for the client in front of you.
... & maybe something about driving through Iraq & eating custard creams...
0:00 Intro: Water spills and "Bomb" updates
2:15 Playground Politics: The reality of world leaders
4:42 The 72-Hour Drive: Dubai to the UK via Iraq & Turkey
10:10 Street View Adventures: Exploring the Russian/North Korean border 14:05 The Great Biscuit Debate: Power-ranking the Family Circle
21:30 Where to go for Coaching Education? (The "Dad" talk)
28:45 The Power of Lead Magnets: Learning for free 33:12 Critical Thinking: Combining S&C with Rehab
38:50 Gym Vlogging 101: Overcoming public anxiety
44:20 Standardized Testing: Why "Ready to Run" tests fail Gen-Pop
49:15 Testing yourself: The 12-test battery
53:30 Closing thoughts and Oscar rants
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Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Can you build a world-class coaching business while the world is literally (or figuratively) on fire?
We’re stripping back the "influencer" facade to talk about what moves the needle for online coaches and personal trainers.
We go into the Dubai hype, calling out the "war zone" updates and the predatory marketing tactics used by business mentors during a crisis... god...
If you’re looking to grow your fitness YouTube channel, we share real-time data on YouTube Shorts vs. Long Form and why "front-loading" your value is a way to keep retention high.
Plus, we tackle the massive misconception that online coaching is different from in-person PT
Spoiler: if you aren't building a real relationship, your retention will always suck.
0:00 Intro and Personal Health Updates
2:23 The Salmon Incident
4:21 Dubai Realities vs. Social Media Hype
9:11 Critique of Predatory Fitness Marketing
13:44 Growing on YouTube: Shorts vs. Long Form
18:50 Content Optimisation and Front-Loading Value
21:57 Online vs. In-Person Coaching Dynamics
30:17 Funny Anecdotes: Handling Difficult Clients
34:38 Q&A: Reactive Strength Index for the General Population
40:11 Closing Thoughts and Practical Application
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Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Personal Trainer & Online Coaches... listen and watch...
In this episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, Dan and Tom dive deep into the state of the fitness industry, specifically why so many running coaches and fitness professionals are failing their clients with pretty poor strength training.
We discuss the "GPP" (General Physical Preparation) gap and why lifting heavy tin is non-negotiable for athletes... even if you’re just a hobbyist hitting the gym to get fit.
We also tackle the "Melt Phone Culture" at live events and a very serious debate on the best way to cook a potato (spoiler: Fondant vs. Dauphinoise is a heated battle).
If you want to build a successful online coaching business, you need to stop parroting influencers and start developing critical thinking.
We talk about finding your niche, holding a strong coaching belief, and why "it depends" is often just an excuse for not having a plan.
Key Moments & Timestamps
0:00 – Life-changing pesto & the egg-topping experiment.
3:53 – Being spontaneous: Cirque du Soleil and "Freakish Strength."
7:46 – Why filming at concerts is a waste of your life.
11:59 – Winning at Ro-Bots & the "Average Person" Hyrox debate.
15:16 – The Ultimate Potato Variety Debate (Dauphinoise, Fondant, & Anna).
23:37 – Using leaderboards to drive elite performance.
27:15 – Why Running Coaches get Strength Training wrong.
33:18 – Developing a Coaching Identity: Stop being "Wet" on the fence.
43:53 – Weekly Recommendations: The Illusion of Choice & Will Tennyson
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Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Is it actually harder to sign online coaching clients right now, or is it just you?
In this week’s episode of the Push Pull Legs podcast, Dan and Tom dive deep into the shifting landscape of the fitness industry.
We discuss the noticeable "quietness" in commercial gyms this January and February, and why Instagram isn't yielding the same results for personal trainers anymore.
The "YouTube Thesis" explains why long-form video is the better tool for building authority, trust, and a community that actually buys.
Plus, we explore the rise of Hyrox and community-based fitness as an antidote to "Instagram burnout" and a struggling political/economic climate.
What we cover:
The Content Shift: Why YouTube and Email are beating the Instagram algorithm in 2026.
Gym Observations: Is retail spending and gym participation actually down? Building Authority: How to "fail fast" with video to become the go-to expert in your niche.
Lifestyle & Filming: Tom’s street gets taken over by the crew of Slow Horses.
0:00 Pancake Day and Dietary Choices
3:29 Pancakes: Nostalgia vs. Adult Preferences
5:06 Fitness Training Routines and Gym Observations
11:04 VO2 Max Training and Personal Trainer Class Critique
14:50 The Importance of Live Classes and Engagement
19:01 Filming of "Slow Horses" on the Street
23:22 Recognising Actors from TV Shows
26:33 The Challenge of Client Acquisition in the Current Climate
32:24 The Impact of Political Landscape and Instagram Changes
35:36 The Rise of Community-Based Fitness and Events
38:22 YouTube's Growth and Building Authority
43:17 The Long-Term Game of Building Community
46:12 Gym Trends and Economic Outlook
47:54 Recommendations: Start a YouTube Channel
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Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Are you just a "Level 3 PT" or are you actually a coach?
In this episode of the Push Pull Legs Podcast, we dive deep into the widening gap in coach education and why simply "doing the basics" isn't enough if you lack a punch of passion
I'm going to QUICKLY break down the plyometric continuum, moving beyond basic jumps to explain eccentric absorption and shock methods for better athlete performance... or just a it of understanding.
I'm also discussing core exercises and ab training that actually work, explaining why you need to ditch the Russian twists... the most hateful exercise in my life.
Stick around for "Vision Boards" & low-calorie Halo Top alternative.
0:18 Welcome to the Podcast & Tom's New Knives
1:57 Advanced Knife Skills & Kitchen Aspirations
3:33 Creativity vs. Basics in Work & Golf
4:04 Online Coaching: Quantity Over Quality in Content?
5:06 Life Updates & The Speed of Time
6:38 Podcast Listener Base & Event Conflicts
9:50 The Vision Board Experience: Clarity vs. Broad Goals
14:33 Critiquing Vision Boards & Horoscope Analogies
15:46 Collecting Pens & Golf Tees
16:53 Client Training Challenge & Plyometrics Introduction
18:13 Understanding the Plyometric Continuum
21:07 The Crisis in Coach Education: Beyond Level 3 PT
25:09 Are Coaches Losing Passion for Fitness?
27:21 Why Coaches Need Diverse Training Experience
31:14 The Value of Continuous Learning & Seminars
33:15 Dieting Progress & Low-Calorie Snack Finds
34:37 The Innovative Cereal Shaker Cup
38:01 Hunting for Low-Calorie Ice Cream & Ninja Creamy
41:34 Adult Pleasures: From Appliances to a Clean Home
45:05 The Joys of Golf & Pre-Game Rituals
46:37 YouTube Recommendation: Core Exercises & Gym Reactions
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Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Why has tom given himself a challenge... clearly not enough work to be done...
Dan has a little bit of typical angry advice on CTA's for coaches right now & Tom just had to tease dan with the Class structure from... ROWBOTS
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Friday Jan 23, 2026
Friday Jan 23, 2026
Raw, unfiltered.
This week, we break down the reality of aggressive fat loss phases on 1600 calories and the stress of tracking scale weight. Tom shares his return to the commercial gym scene (PureGym), ranting about gym Smells... and why lifting gloves need to go.
We also drop a controversial take on Hyrox training, debating whether exercises like the "Shooter" and Burpee Broad Jumps are elite fitness or just "Adult PE."
Plus, we discuss the explosion of AI tools for online coaches, from terrible AI avatars to content scraping—and whether they help or hurt your fitness business.
Finally, we settle the debate on the top 3 condiments for life.
00:00 - Intro: Aggressive Dieting & 1600 Calories
06:45 - Scale Weight Paranoia & Finding the "Level Tile"
12:15 - Commercial Gym Rant: Gloves & PureGym Weirdness
17:30 - The Hyrox Experience: "Shooters" & Bad Programming
24:10 - Hot Take: Is Hyrox Just "Adult PE"?
30:20 - Condiments Tier List: The Only 3 Sauces You Need
37:50 - Why We Hate AI Fitness Content (Avatars & Scrapers)
44:30 - Gym Etiquette & Book Recommendations
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Friday Jan 16, 2026
Friday Jan 16, 2026
the OUTRAGE of squash, cordial and diluting juice...
MADNESS...
And we chat about clients ghosting; everyone gets it, and tbh, are coaches the biggest culprit?
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