Coaching
Uncover the Latest Insights on Client Preferences in 2023: Part 2: Community
Uncover the Latest Insights on Client Preferences in 2023 Part 2: Community As the fitness and wellness industry continues to evolve, the concept of “community” is becoming increasingly important for consumers. The 2023 Wellness Index conducted by MindBody surveyed 17,000 people and found that many individuals want their gym to serve as a “third place”…
Read MoreUncover the Latest Insights on Client Preferences in 2023: Part 1: Wellness
Uncover the Latest Insights On Client Preferences in 2023 Part 1: Wellness It’s important for fitness coaches to stay informed about the evolving needs of consumers. MindBody’s recent survey of 17,000 fitness consumers revealed that the focus for many is now on “wellness,” with 3 out of 4 respondents indicating that it’s a priority. However,…
Read MoreThe Key to Understanding Your Clients’ Behaviors
The Key To Understanding Your Clients’ Behavior Many times, you and your client know which behaviors and habits are an obstacle achieving their fitness goals, and that stopping those behaviors would help them make progress. Yet they don’t. This is where you come in. As a next level coach, you have to…
Read MoreWhat’s Behind Your Client’s Counterproductive Habits?
What’s Behind Your Client’s Counterproductive Behaviors? (4 min read) As a fitness professional, there is no doubt that you have encountered clients who struggle with behaviors that seem to be counterproductive. They often are doing things that do not align with their stated goals, and sometimes, things that are in direct opposition to those goals.…
Read MoreWhy Do Old Habits Die Hard?
You Can’t Change a Client’s Habits Until You Understand This (4 min read) We’ve all heard the phrase, “Old habits die hard.” At times, that may seem particularly true for your clients. Despite your best efforts, they continue to engage in counterproductive habits even when they know these behaviors aren’t serving them or their goals.…
Read MorePracticing the Minimal Effective Dose
Get Better Results For Your Clients By Doing Less Practicing the Minimal Effective Dose (5 min read) As coaches, we are constantly encouraging our clients to make positive changes in their lives. Whether it’s to improve sleep, eat healthier, or exercise more, we all have clients who engage in unhealthy behaviors that need to…
Read MoreConversations with Clients – Stress is Making Me Fat
Conversations with Clients “Stress Is Making Me Fat.” (4 min read) The following scenario is an example of how a Behavior Coaching Certified Fitness Professional can skillfully address a client who believes that stress is the cause of their weight gain. Setting: The first Lifestyle Coaching session with a new client. Coach: Thanks for…
Read MoreConversations with Clients – A Particular Approach
Conversations with Clients “I’m following (a particular approach) and still not seeing results.” The following conversation is an example of how a Behavior Coaching Certified Fitness Professional can address a client who is frustrated with a lack of results despite sincere effort. Setting: The first Behavior Coaching session with a new client. Coach:…
Read MoreConversations with Clients – Make This Go Faster
Conversations with Clients “How do we do this faster?” The following conversation is an example of how a Behavior Coaching Certified Fitness Professional can address a client who is seeing results but wants to accelerate the process. Setting: A room off the training floor for the second meeting with a Behavior Coaching client who…
Read MoreConversations with Clients – Meal Plans
Conversations with Clients “I need a meal plan.” The following conversation is an example of how a Behavior Coaching Certified Fitness Professional could address a client’s demand for a meal plan. Setting: Consultation room for the initial meeting with a prospect. Introductions and initial formalities have already been addressed. Coach: Please share…
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