Strong Mind, Strong Body
Episodes
Health and Wellness Benefits of Animal Ownership
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a cup of coffee and your best furry friend for a special segment on the human-animal bond. On this “Strong Mind. Strong Body,” host Angie Mil...
Why You Should Swing a Kettlebell
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kettlebell training can help your clients move better, develop greater skill, and understand the connection between their mind and body. In this e...
Stop Giving Away Your Power
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you let other people’s opinions define you? Do you stay silent when you could speak up, or complain when you could take action? There are so ma...
Circus Infused Fitness Training – Make Fitness Fun!
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn’t love the strength and beauty of the flying trapeze, the acrobatics, and the aerial silks in a circus act? There’s a lot we can learn f...
Fitness Travel: Workouts in a Dream Destination
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a new year and the perfect time to dig your feet in the sand, soak up the sun, and embrace the joy of fitness travel. In this episode of “Str...
Encore Presentation: Harnessing Your Strengths to Reduce Stress, Build Resilience
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
During this holiday season, there’s no better time to tap into our strengths to help us lower our anxiety and build our mental toughness. In this ep...
Harness the Power of Positive Psychology
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What’s love got to do with fitness? That’s just one of the topics detailed in this episode of “Strong Mind. Strong Body.” Join host Angie Mill...
Working with Substance Abuse Disorder Clients
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re looking to expand your expertise, some of the most profound work we can do as fitness professionals is with those who are recovering from ...
How to Find Holiday Happiness
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are full of joy, as well as a fair share of stress. All the hype can create a host of emotions – both exhilarating and exhausting. In t...
How to Motivate the Unmotivated Client
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Even our most motivated clients can struggle with change, and as trainers it can be our greatest challenge to keep them on track. Motivational intervi...
Encore Presentation: How to Avoid Impostor Syndrome
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever felt like you weren't good enough for a position or promotion, or felt unworthy of your success, you've experienced imposter syndrome. ...
Questions to Increase Client Motivation
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Motivation is the mastermind behind any fitness endeavor, and the most successful trainers are those can help clients build and maintain motivation to...
Promoting Healthy Body Image Through Fitness
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As fitness professionals we play a unique role in helping our clients build body acceptance and approach movement and exercise with a healthy mindset....
How Diet Influences the Risk of CVD
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading causes of death globally. Sound education that is evidence based and simplified can help fitness professionals...
Calories In, Calories Out: Just the Facts
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you confused by all the myths and misconceptions surrounding the “calories in, calories out” debate? Well, you’re certainly not alone! In th...
Optima 2021 Teaser: Emotional Intelligence
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The countdown is on! Optima 2021 is right around the corner. In this episode of “Strong Mind. Strong Body,” host NASM Master Instructor Angie Mill...
Special Guest: Health Psychologist Kelly McGonigal
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kelly McGonigal believes, through connection with one another, it’s possible to experience hope, and joy, even in difficult circumstances. In this e...
Part II: Controlling the Pitfalls of Perfectionism
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
NASM Master Instructor Angie Miller continues her conversation on why putting heightened expectations on ourselves can become a major deterrent to hap...
Part I: Controlling the Pitfalls of Perfectionism
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
They say, “nobody’s perfect.” Then why do so many attempt to be perfect in everything they do? In this episode of “Strong Mind. Strong Body,”...
The Psychology of Flow: Transform Your Client’s Experience
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt so fully absorbed in your workout that you lost track of time? This is called being in a state of flow. Join host Angie Miller, ...
The Enneagram Test: How it Can Help Fitness Pros
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We can’t understand people until we understand ourselves. Join host Angie Miller, along with her guest, Janna Thomason, long-time registered nurse, ...
The Enneagram Test: Dictating Our Personality, Impacting Our Work
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Enneagram Test is more than a personality quiz. It dives into motivation, opens the door to self-discovery, and helps us better understand our rel...
How to Ditch Bad Habits
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bad habits can hijack our motivation and compromise our wellness. Join host NASM Master Instructor Angie Miller, for this simple step by step approach...
Better Wellness: Tips to Boost Your Energy and Emotions
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As we continue through Wellness Month here at NASM, this episode provides a smorgasbord of wellness tips that take as little as five minutes a day. Jo...
The Psychology of Self-Defense
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s so much we can learn from the world of martial arts about the psychology of self-defense, from posture and communication, to fear and humili...
Why Do We Take Things Personally?
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe a client cancels at the last minute, a friend doesn’t respond to your text, or your coworker checks her phone when you’re speaking. Situatio...
Special Guest - Fitness Influencer Kelsey Wells
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Angie Miller is joined by Kelsey Wells, NASM CPT, and Fitness Influencer, for a forthright, thought-provoking conversation on wo...
Facing Anxiety in the Aftermath of the Pandemic
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Society is filled with uncertainties as we continue to adjust to the current times. From social apprehension and stress from returning to workspaces, ...
Foods That Boost Your Brain, Build a Better Mindset
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Foods play a powerful role in how we feel, both inside and out. The right foods can help build a healthier brain, boost energy, increase processing sp...
Why It’s So Hard to Break Up with Sugar
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For some, sugar is a staple. They believe a little goes a long way. For others, too much is never enough. In this episode, join host Angie Miller, a...
How to Build Intrinsic Motivation in Clients
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to exercise adherence, intrinsic motivation is a game changer. It strengthens our client's commitment to exercise and personalizes it to...
Learn to Reshape the Way You Think and Unlock Your Potential
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is personality fixed? Is intelligence the main driver of our success? Some might think so, but research supports that mindset has a more powerful impa...
How to Use Mental Training to Maximize Performance
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone has self-imposed limits and faces their own mental barriers at one point or another. Join host Angie Miller, along with featured guest, Dr. B...
As the Fitness World Shifts – Are You Ready to Claim Your Space?
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Times have changed. Are you prepared to adapt with them? In this episode NASM Master Instructor Angie Miller, along with featured guest - Vice Preside...
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever felt like you weren't good enough for a position or promotion, or felt unworthy of your success, you've experienced imposter syndrome. ...
Six Daily Habits that will Boost Your Mental Health
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Strong Mind. Strong Body” NASM Master Instructor Angie Miller leads you on a self-guided exploration into helping you take some of the st...
Special Guest Ruba Ali
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode host Angie Miller is joined by featured guest Ruba Ali who will share her inspiring story about the power of influence as a health pro...
Part II – Are You Thinking Too Small and Living Too Safely?
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
But it’s far less uncomfortable than one day looking back and wondering, “What if I’d tried?” Host Angie Miller, along with featured guest, ...
Part I – Are You Letting Fear Call the Shots?
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Too often we let fear- fear of failure or looking foolish- sit in the driver’s seat. Join host Angie Miller, along with featured guest, world-renown...
Five Lessons We Can Learn from Life’s Most Difficult Challenges
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
𝙉𝘼𝙎𝙈 𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙁𝙍𝙀𝙀 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝 𝙡𝙤𝙣...
Harnessing Your Strengths to Reduce Stress, Build Resilience
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
𝙉𝘼𝙎𝙈 𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙁𝙍𝙀𝙀 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝 𝙡𝙤𝙣...
Want to Stress Less? Stop Doing These 10 Things!
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
𝙉𝘼𝙎𝙈 𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙁𝙍𝙀𝙀 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝 𝙡𝙤𝙣...
The Joy of Joints- Exercise Essentials for Clients with Arthritis
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
NASM is offering FREE courses each month. Claim yours before they're gone. https://nasm.co/3sTi9BW Arthritis can have a profound impact on clients who...
Part II - How to Keep the Energy Vampires Away
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever spent time with a person who left you feeling tired, overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and maybe even guilty, you probably spent time...
How to Keep the Energy Vampires Away
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've all met them, people who prey on our positivity and willingness to help and listen but leave us feeling emotionally exhausted and overwhelmed. T...
Avoiding Burnout as a Trainer
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How much is too much? It’s a question that’s asked in all realms of life, including our fitness. “Strong Mind. Strong Body” host Angie Mille...
Tips to Avoid Bad Trainer Behavior
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing what’s right and, maybe more importantly, what’s wrong is vital to establishing a trusting and beneficial trainer-client working relations...
How to Manage All Types of Clients
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When navigating clients’ needs and demands, sometimes less is more, and sometimes, more is less. Every situation, and personality, is a little diffe...
Jump Start Your Fitness
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Angie Miller delivers delicious fitness tips with an assist from Karly Kent, founder of Gratitude Ropes. Get roped in as the tw...
Tapas Style Training Information from Industry Leaders
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
: In this episode, host Angie Miller is serving up bit-sized training and programming tips with NASM Master Instructor and owner of The Hive, Andy H...
Demystifying Heart Disease- What does it mean for you and your clients?
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Angie Miller speaks with Dr. James Liu, a Cardiology Specialist in Charlotte, North Carolina. In honor of heart month, there’s...
Working with Older Adults- The Importance of Restorative Movement for the Mind and Body
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Angie Miller, NASM Master Instructor, speaks with PJ Olsen, owner of Restorative Strength. PJ specializes in working with older ...
How to Help Your Clients Stop Hating Their Bodies
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our clients come to us with preconceived notions about their bodies. Many have a history of disordered eating, shame, and guilt, and body acceptance i...
How to Help Clients Overcome Mental Barriers to Maximize Performance
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As trainers, we’re skilled at helping our clients achieve their physical goals, but it’s often mental barriers that get in the way of success. To ...
How Reinvention Can Be Your Guide to Greater Success!
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Transitioning from in-person to online training is one form of reinvention, but building a dynamic brand with multiple income streams requires an entr...
Body Image in a Body Conscious Industry of Fitness
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Building a positive body image in a body-conscious industry can be challenging. Clients are often motivated to exercise out of guilt (punishment), vs....
Helping Clients Cope During the Holidays
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are often synonymous with stress, but this year holiday stress comes with added uncertainty and unique challenges. When faced with unprec...
The Cost of Caring: Why Fit Pros Need Self-Care
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As fitness professionals, our bucket feels full when we help others. But it's no secret that if we fail to nurture our own needs, caring can come at a...