There Are No Shortcuts, but Networking Sure Helps

There Are No Shortcuts, but Networking Sure Helps

Author: IDEA Health and Fitness Association June 7, 2021 Duration: 39:18

Today on the podcast, Sandy catches up with Mike Z. Robinson, the founder and owner of MZR fitness in San Luis Obispo, California. Among other industry awards, Mike was chosen by his fitness peers as the 2015 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year. Tune in as he shares his path to capturing that accolade, and as he walks us through the challenges—and bright spots—of this tough pandemic year.

His business insights and positive outlook for the year ahead may just give you the creative spark you need to move forward with purpose. Download this show for some excellent inspiration.

Connect with Mike Z. Robinson:

Website: MZRFitness.com

FB & LI: Mike Z. Robinson

Connect with Sandy Webster

FB: Sandy Todd Webster; IG: sandytoddwebster; LI: Sandy Todd Webster; TW: @fitnesseditor.

IDEA World Virtual, July 9-11, 2021

IDEAfit+ Membership

IDEA Health & Fitness Association is the world’s leading organization of fitness and wellness professionals and has been for more than 39 years. We deliver world-class content and continuing education to fitness professionals, business owners and allied health professionals via our publications, including the award-winning Fitness Journal; our fitness, business and nutrition conferences; and hundreds of streaming videos and online courses available on ideafit.com. Additionally, with IDEA FitnessConnect, we host the largest national industry-wide directory, linking over 275,000 fitness professionals to more than 40 million consumers. Through IDEA professionals in over 80 countries, we Inspire the World to Fitness™!

The IDEAfit PRO SHOW is hosted by Sandy Todd Webster, Editor in Chief, IDEA Publications, ideafit.com; executive produced by Jordan Leeds; produced and engineered by Michael Hilding. Copyright 2021 by Outside Interactive, Inc.    


Tune into the IDEAfit Pro Show for a weekly dose of real talk from the front lines of health and fitness. Designed for working trainers, coaches, and anyone serious about building a life in this industry, this podcast feels like an ongoing conversation with the sharpest minds you know. Each episode brings a different voice to the table-seasoned thought leaders, innovative program designers, and business-savvy influencers-all sharing what they’ve learned the hard way. The discussion naturally flows through the practical details that matter: how to structure a session for better client results, the evolving science behind effective nutrition, and the often-overlooked strategies for building a sustainable career. You’ll find consistent, generous insight here, moving beyond theory into the actionable steps that can refine your skills and grow your business. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of exercise science or need fresh perspectives on client engagement, this series serves as a reliable resource. It’s more than just a podcast; it’s a professional tool for anyone committed to moving forward in the dynamic worlds of fitness, health, and nutrition.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

IDEAfit Pro Show
Podcast Episodes
Resistance Training Extravaganza with Len Kravitz & Zack Mang [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:23
On today’s episode, the IDEAfit Pro Show geeks out on research-based strength training methodologies and hypertrophy with the legendary Dr. Len Kravitz and Dr. Zachary Mang. These educators will give listeners a sneak pe…
Invest in Your Future Self with Kia Williams and Tatiana Kolovou [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:14
In this episode guest host Kia Williams, MS, speaks with Tatiana Kolovou, MBA, a 3-time trustees teaching award Senior Lecturer at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. She is also a fitness studio owner and a…
IDEA Personal Trainer Institute is BACK In Person, Baby! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:27
Today on the IDEAfit Pro Show, we welcome listeners back to Season 3, Episode 1 of the IDEAfit PRO SHOW! Today’s episode launches us into 2022 by talking to Marissa Piper, IDEA’s Director of Events, and Ryan Halvorson, I…
The Wait Is Almost Over! New Episodes Are Coming Your Way Next Week! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:21
Hello to our dedicated family of fitness pros around the world! The wait for new episodes is almost over. Next Thursday, we will resume our regular cadence of one new episode each week. We’ll explore everything from exer…
Check out this Pro Tip from IDEA Health & Fitness Association [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:37
Hey there to our fit pro family around the world! We’re just two weeks out from resuming the great conversations we had in the first 40 episodes of this podcast last year. While our team is taking a short break from publ…
IDEAfit+ Membership: Pro Tip 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:07
Hello to our fitness pro family around the world and thanks for tuning in to another episode of the IDEAfit PRO SHOW. We hope the year is off to a spectacular start and that you have made good progress on whatever goals…
2021 in Review for IDEA & the Fitness Industry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:52
Today, the IDEAfit Pro Show catches up with Amy Boone Thompson, IDEA’s owner and ceo.They take a look in 2021’s rearview mirror to recap the many initiatives IDEA rolled out to serve pros during another challenging pande…
Integrative Wellness: The Whole Person Approach [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:50
Today host Sandy Webster digs into some deep and fascinating topics with Dr. Jessica Matthews, who has been at the forefront of integrative coaching and transformational behavior change from its very early days. Recently…
Living Unapologetically, Imperfections and All [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:04
Today, the IDEAfit Pro Show interviews Petra Kolber, a fitness professional and leader who has shined her luminous spirit on our industry and on fitness consumers from the day she started leading classes. Petra is an aut…