NASM Master Instructor Roundtable: A Show for Personal Trainers

(Holiday Bonus) Human Movement: A Review of the Four Subsystems

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this holiday bonus episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller detail the four interdependent, but interc...

(Holiday Bonus) Advanced Breathing Techniques

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, Michael Watts. Watts wi...

(Holiday Bonus) Lower Body Progressions

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” NASM Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail how to safely and...

Questions from the Group: Part 5

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You provide the questions, our NASM Master Instructors prove the answers.  On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy...

(Holiday Bonus) Everything is a Core Exercise

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this holiday bonus episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the importance of core training,...

Healthy Snacks

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this healthy snack-sized episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable.” Hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Bat...

Holiday Gift Ideas

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'Tis the season! On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, help ge...

Understanding Recovery

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Active recovery is key to increasing blood circulation, which helps eliminate waste products from soft tissue that has been broken down following stre...

Isometrics

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore all things isometrics. The use ...

Stick Mobility

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by guests, Dennis Dunphy and ...

Introduction to Corrective Exercise

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts, and Marty Miller, explore the four-step corrective exercis...

Sleep Hygiene

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sleep can be the ultimate x-factor for several health benefits including reduced stress, getting sick less often, maintaining a healthy weight, and mu...

Getting Clients Interested in Your Services

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you wondering how to "make the sale" and get clients interested in working with you? On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM R...

Small Group Training

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking for more ways to expand your business? Small group training is one way that you can see more clients without adding more hours to your...

Don’t Overthink It

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Often, we get too caught up on how to start with a client, as well as the right practices to help them reach their goals. With so much information on ...

You Asked: Part 2

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You ask the questions; our experts provide the answers. On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors,...

1st MPT Joint/Big Toe

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Never forget about the big toe. On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy...

Indian Clubs

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the use of Indian Clubs, their ...

How to Look Good Naked

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to lean out, but stay strong? This is the episode for you. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, al...

Creative Conditioning

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is traditional cardio not cutting it for your clients? Well, on this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Mil...

Scope of Practice

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scope of practice is defined as the procedures, actions, and processes that a healthcare practitioner is permitted to undertake in keeping with the te...

Posterior Chain

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts explore the anatomy, functions, and training techniques of the posteri...

Favorite Fitness Quotes

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A quote is described as a group of words from a text or speech, typically with an indication that one is not the original author or speaker. On this “...

OPT Model – Phase 5: What You Need to Know

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On to Phase 5. In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail Phase 5 of the NASM OPT Model a...

OPT Model – Phase 2: What You Need to Know

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail Phase 2 of the NASM OPT Model, ...

Questions from the Group: Part 4

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, discuss answers to a question many of our listener...

Nutrition Trends

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, NASM Mast...

Assessments

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this encore episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts Wendy outline and explore the key assessments whi...

Exercise vs. Activity

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail the importance of maintaining a h...

Accidental Exercise: Yoga 101

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yoga continues to gain worldwide popularity with over 300 million people practicing regularly. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty...

Healthy Habits

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk habits. Specifically, healthy ones. On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explo...

OPT Model – Phase 1: Stabilization Endurance

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, revisit Phase 1 of the NASM OPT Model...

Questions From the Group: Part 3

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You bring the questions; we’ll provide the answers. In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, a...

Recovery Science & Rejuvenation

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the (Thera)gun show! On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, ar...

Fun Facts: Part II

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s back, by popular demand! On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy...

Yoga – Everything You Need to Know

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Namaste. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, deep dive into the topic of Yoga. There are many variations ...

OPT Model – Integrated Training

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The NASM OPT Model is an integrated performance-based training model.  On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Ma...

Metabolic Equivalent of Task

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, deep dive into METS (Metabolic Equivale...

Accidental Assessments

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the concept of "Accidental Movement Assessments."...

Benefits of HIILIT

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail the benefits, and potential risk...

Grip Placement

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode deals with getting a grip. Specifically, the correct grip. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” a topic from the “MIR” mailbag...

Fitness Fun Facts

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Just the facts, please. On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explain and exp...

Networking

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s not always what you know, but who you know.  On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and...

Ground-Based Training

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, unpack the scientific advantages of Gro...

Questions from the Group: Part 2

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts explore questions many of you have asked...

Integration Exercises

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, review the process of cr...

Hip Internal Rotation

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Regional Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendt Batts, unpack the importance of estab...

NASM Launches NASM Performance Instagram

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by NASM Product Manager Tony Ambler-Wright ...

Book Club: Part II

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time to hit the books again! In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and Regional Master Instructors, Marty Miller, a...

Everyone is an Athlete

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the concept that "everyone is ...

Resistance Profiles

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, uncover the benefits of resistance trai...

Isometrics

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now expanding into the physique and bodybuilding world. Become an NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coa...

Everything is a Core Exercise

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, explore the importance of core training, the anatomy t...

You Asked, We Answered

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who doesn’t love a nice Q&A to start the new year? On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and...

Fitness Myths Debunked

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, separate fact from fiction with several popular fitness myths which c...

Lateral Subsystems

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts further explore the anatomy and function o...

Foot & Ankle Impairments

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If the foot and ankle aren’t functioning properly, it’s difficult for the rest of the kinetic chain to follow suit. In this “Master Instructor R...

Do This, Not That: Series II

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail commonly used exercises that, with just a few tweaks, drastica...

CEU Review

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts unpack all things Continui...

Get a Grip

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail the importance of grip strength....

Human Movement: A Review of the Four Subsystems

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller detail the four interdependent, but interconnected, subs...

Applying Suspension Training to the OPT Model

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, Physical Therapist Chris Nentarz, who h...

Assessments

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts Wendy outline and explore the key assessments which are a critical part...

NASM-Trained Paralympic Athlete Nate Riech

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by Nathan Riech, who is a ...

NASM’s International Review

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the global leader in fitness education and certification, NASM continues to grow at the international level. In this episode of the “Master Inst...

Introduction to NASM's Physique and Bodybuilding Coach program

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After nearly four years in the making, and one year of development, NASM's Physique and Bodybuilding Coach (NASM-PBC) program is finally here! Join ho...

Running 101

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller share personal running stories, discuss common injuries ...

Lower Body Progressions

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” NASM Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, detail how to safely and...

Online Education on Your Time

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to learn more about ways to move your fitness career to the next level? Well, you’ve come to the right place. On “Master Instructor Ro...

NASM All-Stars: Optima 2022 Roundtable

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Never have all six of our incredible NASM Podcast Network hosts appeared on one show together. Until now. Join Wendy Batts, Angie Miller, Darlene Mars...

The Science of BFR Training

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts, discuss a popular fitness and performance trend, Blood Flow Restrictio...

NASM’s Updated Women’s Fitness Specialization

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is training woman much different than training men? In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Mar...

Hidden Gems: Part III

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s back by popular demand! In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, unpack the concept of more "Hidden Ge...

Health Span Versus Life Span

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, discuss a growing topic, health span verses life span. We all want to...

Advantages of Sled Pushes

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts explore the advantages and proper techniques of sled pushing for your...

Special Guest: Therabody Founder Jason Wersland

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts are joined by featured guest, Therabo...

New Fitness Tools

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, review a few of the recently releas...

Closed Chain Shoulder Exercises

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts detail the value of closed chain shoulder exercises through their usual...

NASM Professional Discounts

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Membership has its privileges. After all, who doesn’t love saving some money? In this “Master Trainer Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, ...

The Advantages of Non-Motorized Treadmills

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts discuss the unique applications curved non-motorized treadmills provi...

Rotational Athletes: The Secret to Power Development

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and Regional Master Instructors, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts highlight the components of power dev...

Advanced Breathing Techniques

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller, and Wendy Batts, are joined by featured guest, Michael Watts. Watts wi...

Accommodating Resistance

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts detail the principle of accommodating resistance, how to apply it in ...

Anterior Oblique Subsystem

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendt Batts take a deeper dive into the anatomy and function of the ...

Ultra-Endurance Training

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts joined by featured guest, Dr. Jeff Godin. Dr. Godin, who earned his Ph....

Low Back Arch Impairment

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Most of the population, at one point or another, will experience low back issues. So, what causes low back arch and what are ways to help clients redu...

Posterior Oblique Subsystem

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts take a deeper dive into the anatomy and function of the ...

Weightlifting: What, Why, & How it Fits for Everyone

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to learn more about the history of weightlifting, traditional lifts, and how to program weightlifting into your clients’ programs using ...

A Study of Human Performance

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the "Master Instructor Roundtable," hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts are joined by featured guest, NASM Scientific Advisory Board...

Hidden Gems: Part II

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Back by popular demand, hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts detail the concept of "hidden gem" exercises which provide major benefits. These programs ...

Arms Fall Forward – Compensation & Program

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts, detail the movement compensation, arms fall forward. Yo...

Knee Moving Inward Compensation

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts discuss a very common move...

Waffle Irons, Weightlifting, and OPT?

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Marty Miller and Wendy Batts are joined by featured guest, Rodney Corn, Director of E...

Lateral Subsystems

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 In “Master Instructor Roundtable,” Regional Master Instructors, and hosts, Marty Miller and Wendy Batts further explore the anatomy and function...

Foot & Ankle Impairments

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If the foot and ankle aren’t functioning properly, it’s difficult for the rest of the kinetic chain to follow suit. In this “Master Instructor R...

Encore Presentation: A Look Inside the NASM-CPT 7 Model

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this encore presentation, NASM Master Instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller take a deep dive inside the new release regarding new terminology, u...

Do This, Not That

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller outline a few the most popular exercises seen in fitness centers...

Deep Longitudinal Subsystem

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts, and NASM Master Instructors, Wendy Batts and Marty Martin take a deeper introspective into t...

Dynamic Stretching

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Simply put, dynamic stretching is a movement-based type of stretching. In this episode, hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Miller discuss the purpose of dyna...

NASM’s New Senior Fitness Specialist Course

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are several new and exciting things happening here at NASM. In this week’s “Master Instructor Roundtable,” hosts Wendy Batts and Marty Mil...