Ep 254: GLP-1s and the Future of Weight Loss: Guidance for Personal Trainers

Ep 254: GLP-1s and the Future of Weight Loss: Guidance for Personal Trainers

Author: Fitness Education Online September 30, 2025 Duration: 51:31
In this episode, Travis speaks with Richard Beddie from Exercise New Zealand, a leading voice in the fitness industry. The conversation explores how GLP-1 medications have changed the landscape of weight loss and what that means for personal trainers. Richard shares insights on how trainers can support clients who are using GLP-1s while staying within their professional scope of practice, from setting realistic expectations to monitoring progress and knowing when to collaborate with other hea...

The Fitness Education Online Podcast is a weekly conversation for those who build their careers in gyms, studios, and training floors. Hosts Jono Petrohilos and Travis Mattern connect directly with the experts-the business strategists, the master coaches, the marketing minds-who understand the unique pressures and opportunities within the fitness industry. This isn't just theory; each episode digs into practical, actionable insights you can use immediately, whether you're fine-tuning a client's technique, streamlining your studio's operations, or finding better ways to connect with your community. As a leading provider of continuing education courses, Fitness Education Online extends that mission into this accessible audio format, creating a vital resource for professional development. You'll hear genuine discussions that cover the full spectrum of running a sustainable practice, from the latest in exercise science and client retention to the realities of entrepreneurship and effective marketing. It’s a podcast designed to meet you where you are in your professional journey, offering the knowledge and perspective needed to not only improve your skills but also to build a more resilient and successful fitness business. Tune in for a direct line to the ideas and strategies shaping the future of personal training, group fitness, and gym ownership.
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