In this episode of the Coaches Unscripted Podcast, host Trey Belcher and co-host Corey Smallwood welcome Alwyn Cosgrove, a prominent figure in the fitness industry and a two-time cancer survivor. The conversation delves into the profound impact of mentorship on Alwyn's life and career, particularly his relationship with his mentor, Derek Campbell. Alwyn shares his journey of building Results Fitness, the challenges he faced, and the lessons learned from overcoming cancer. The discussion also explores the evolution of coaching, the importance of business acumen in the fitness industry, and the future of fitness coaching in a post-COVID world. Alwyn emphasizes the significance of paying it forward and the ripple effects of mentorship in shaping the next generation of coaches.

#mentorship, #fitnessindustry, #coaching, #cancersurvivor, #ResultsFitness,#businessgrowth, #personaltraining, #semi-privatetraining, #coachingdynamics, #fitnesseducation

00:00 The Impact of Mentorship

13:01 Building Results Fitness: The Journey

26:07 Navigating Challenges in Business

29:41 The Journey of Competence

30:36 Facing Adversity: A Cancer Diagnosis

33:18 Building Resilience Through Systems

35:53 The Ripple Effect of Life Events

38:12 From Personal Experience to Mentorship

39:16 Evolving the Personal Training Model

42:44 The Importance of Systems in Business

47:25 Cyclical Trends in Fitness and Training

52:16 The Future of Training Models

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In this episode of the Coach Unscripted podcast, host Trey Belcher interviews Gray Cook, a prominent figure in the fitness industry and owner of Functional Movement Systems. They discuss the profound influence of Gray's father on his communication style and approach to teaching. Gray shares his journey from traditional education to developing innovative practices like the movement screen, emphasizing the importance of making complex concepts relatable. The conversation also delves into the significance of assessing movement quality, integrating lifestyle factors into fitness practices, and the necessity of owning one's misses for personal and professional growth.

#fitness, #movement, #communication, #coaching, #rehabilitation, #movementscreen, #lifestyle, #assessment, #GrayCook, #coachingjourney

00:00 Influence of Family on Communication Style

06:14 Transitioning from Education to Practical Application

11:36 Development of the Movement Screen

19:48 Refining Techniques and Continuous Improvement

28:43 Movement Screening Insights

33:43 Integrating Holistic Risk Factors

39:25 The Importance of Self-Care

44:58 Owning Your Misses

48:01 Addressing Low Back Pain

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In this episode of the Coaches Unscripted podcast, host Trey Belcher and Coach Corey Smallwood welcome Dan Kleckner, owner of Kutting Edge Fitness. Dan shares his journey of starting his gym, the importance of mentorship, and the systems that have allowed him to achieve work-life balance while running a successful business. The conversation delves into the challenges of partnerships, the significance of understanding financial dynamics, and the key systems necessary for gym success. Dan emphasizes the importance of family and how his business has enabled him to be present in his children's lives. The episode concludes with insights on building relationships in the fitness industry and the potential for personal and professional growth.

fitness, gym ownership, mentorship, business systems, work-life balance, personal growth, coaching, entrepreneurship, gym expansion, financial management

00:00The Journey to Gym Ownership

02:38Building a Successful Gym Business

05:36The Importance of Systems and Delegation

08:08Mentorship and Learning from Experience

10:41Expanding the Business: Opening Multiple Locations

13:27Key Systems for Success in Gym Management

16:01Funding Your Gym: Creative Solutions

22:33Funding Strategies for Fitness Businesses

25:33Transitioning from Trainer to Business Owner

28:22Navigating Growth and Systems in Business

31:58Creating Work-Life Balance in Fitness Entrepreneurship

35:35The Importance of Relationships in the Fitness Industry

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