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🔥 Welcome to The Daily Pursuit Podcast, hosted by me, Morgan Hodge! 🎙️ Dive deep into the authentic, unfiltered realm of life, love, and hustle. From shaking off those Monday blues to soulful Fridays, and from lightning-quick 1-minute game-changers to insightful conversations with awe-inspiring guests. This isn’t your average podcast; it's a transformative journey. Tailored for the entrepreneur, the dreamer, the 9-5 warrior, and every go-getter out there. 🚀 Embrace the spirit of #LevelUp wit ...
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Do you struggle to program as a health and fitness professional? Here are 3 tips to becoming more efficient and effective with your programming! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twitter:…
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As coaches it's so important to give constructive feedback to help our clients succeed without causing resentment. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twitter: morgan_hodge YouTube: Coach M…
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Creating Clarity: How do Develop a Coaching Business in Health and Fitness. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twitter: morgan_hodge YouTube: Coach Morgan Hodge Website: morganhodge.com Mu…
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In this episode we will discuss the idea of sitting with a thought or action you are wanting to implement. We often have the idea in our mind but rarely do we write it out and let it sit with us before taking some sort of action on it. There is power in taking an idea out of your mind, putting it down on paper and then letting it sit for a day, two…
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Having great communication skills is so important when it comes to being a coach, fitness professional or simply in life! It can truly influence all aspects of your day to day! In the Moment with Morgan episode we briefly discuss how communication ties into everything we do. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and le…
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Welcome to this episode of our podcast where we will be discussing the topic of youth strength training. Our focus will be on the importance of movement literacy in kids and how to teach them to be strong. As parents, coaches, or educators, we all want our children to grow up healthy and strong. However, we often overlook the importance of teaching…
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Fitness Coaching: The People, not the Business. If you are a coach in the health and fitness industry, you are in the people business, not the fitness business. In this Moment with Morgan episode we discuss why this is an important distinction to remember. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help…
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In this episode of The Daily Pursuit we delve into the topic of transcending the reps and sets of our training sessions to achieve greater success and growth in both fitness and life. We will discuss the power of tension over position and how the words and thoughts we have can help us achieve prolonged success. We'll also explore why constantly cha…
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Are you chasing motivation or building momentum? In this Moment with Morgan episode we discuss how to build momentum instead of always trying to chase motivation. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_mor…
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Conflict is a natural part of any relationship, and it's important to be able to effectively manage and resolve conflicts that may arise in your professional relationships. This episode will explore strategies for resolving conflicts effectively. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone y…
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In this video, we'll discuss the importance of being open to feedback and adjusting your communication style to suit the needs of the other person. Flexibility is an important communication skill that involves being open to feedback and adjusting your communication style to suit the needs of the other person. As a health and fitness professional, i…
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In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of being open to feedback and adjusting your communication style to suit the needs of the other person. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twi…
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Setting effective health and fitness goals can be a challenging task, especially when it comes to going beyond the surface level of SMART goals and aesthetics. While SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) are an excellent starting point, they are not enough to ensure that your goals are meaningful and motivating. H…
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So many service based business and coaches get lost in social media and what to do and how to do it. They know they should be posting but can't find a routine or rhythm to get them going or consistent. One thing that has helped me was a change in my thought process around social media and why I was posting in the first place. This is what we discus…
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Believe in yourself and your message, and communicate with conviction. This episode will explore the importance of confidence in your communication as a health and fitness professional. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this ep…
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Welcome to today's episode of our podcast, where we will be discussing an important topic that affects us all at some point in our lives - how to get over ourselves. We are thrilled to have Coach Amy with us today, who is an expert in personal development and mindset coaching. Amy has helped countless individuals overcome their limiting beliefs and…
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"Speaking client" refers to the ability to communicate with clients in a way that is tailored to their specific needs, goals, and preferences. It involves understanding their perspective and being able to adapt your communication style to best meet their needs. This concept is closely related to the idea of understanding the listening you are speak…
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Empathy is a key component of effective communication. In this episode, we'll discuss how you can use empathy to connect with others and communicate in a way that is more effective. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episod…
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The first 30 days in a new fitness program are crucial to building momentum and establishing healthy habits. As a fitness professional, it's your job to support and guide your new clients through this crucial period. Here's what to focus on... I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you …
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Having great communication skills is so important when it comes to being a coach or fitness professional - it can truly influence all other aspects of the job. I have been discussing this for some time now and I continue to believe, if more fit pros focused their time and energy on improving this skill, they would see better results with those they…
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Asking questions is a crucial part of effective communication. In this episode, we'll explore why it's important to ask for clarification and more information, and how you can use this skill to better understand your clients and colleagues. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you kno…
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In this episode of The Daily Pursuit podcast, we will discuss 9 highly transferrable skills that you can develop and improve to see greater success in your career and life. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instag…
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In this episode, we'll discuss how the words you use and your body language can impact the effectiveness of your communication as a health and fitness professional. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_m…
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Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in this video, and discover the benefits of being to-the-point in your messaging. Clear and concise communication is important in any profession, but it is especially crucial for health and fitness professionals. When working with clients, it is important to be able to clearly explain complex concepts …
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Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in this episode, and discover the benefits of being to-the-point in your messaging. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twitter: morgan_hodge …
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Effective communication is at the heart of any successful fitness business. By setting clear expectations and regularly checking in with your new clients, you can build trust and ensure that everyone is on the same page. Here's how to make it happen... I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help som…
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In this video, we'll explore the importance of active listening and how you can use this skill to improve your communication as a health and fitness professional. Active listening is a communication skill that involves fully focusing on and understanding the person speaking, rather than just hearing their words. It involves listening not just with …
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In this episode, we'll explore the importance of active listening and how you can use this skill to improve your communication as a health and fitness professional. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_m…
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Managing employee schedules and workload can be a challenging task for any business, but is is especially important for health and fitness businesses. Let's talk about it! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagr…
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Monday Morning Tip with Coach Morgan! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twitter: morgan_hodge YouTube: Coach Morgan Hodge Website: morganhodge.com Music by Nick Fradiani - EMPIRE -Â https…
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Equinox came out with what became a controversial marketing post for the new year. I believe it speaks to a deeper aspect of the health and fitness industry and how we as health and fitness professionals should aim to help educate those we serve! Let's talk about it! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a co…
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Hiring someone based on their education alone can be a mistake for several reasons. Let's talk about it! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twitter: morgan_hodge YouTube: Coach Morgan Hodg…
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ooof, this one gets a little personal! I created the Daily Pursuit Podcast to have discussions on all facets of life and experiences. While I have had many episodes on such things, I have biased health and fitness topics of late. That's changing now! Given recent events, I felt compelled to show up more vulnerable with you all and share my experien…
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What makes a good workout? What are you focused on when you train that tells you it was a good workout? These are questions I ask individuals often and majority of the time I get the same response..."if it felt hard". Let's dig into this some more and really see what you should be focusing on. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subs…
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Fear and Self Doubt are primary factors stopping you and most people from the consistency they desire in their health and fitness journeys. Start to identify what those specifics are and you will start to be able to see the solutions necessary to overcoming them. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a commen…
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How much discomfort can you tolerate and where does your mind go when you experience it? What do you say to yourself? Is it towards growth and allowing yourself to experience that moment or is it towards doubt and believing you aren't capable or worthy? How we face discomfort and work on our ability to handle it is key! I hope you enjoy this episod…
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Do you get upset when you don't hit the %'s written in your program? Do you base all of you success on whether or not you were able to complete the workout at the prescribed intensity be it weight, or number of rounds or otherwise? Let's dig into why this is inhibiting your progress and success! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that su…
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What drives people to reach out and seek help and how do you as coaches communicate back to them? Is it with basic communication and standards like "I will write you a program and you'll get an app....etc etc" or do you take the time to dig deep and communicate on a deeper level of connection as to why they are even asking for help in the first pla…
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These moments are a part of my day to day within the work I do at my facilities and in general conversations and meetings I have. On this particular occasion we discussed acknowledging what modality of training someone actually wants to do; not just cause their friend or the internet said they should. Furthermore, what intention do they have behind…
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We often stop ourself from making progress, going after that goal, or achieving the desired outcome we want because we are too concerned or worried about not understanding things fully. Yes gaining understanding is important when taking action AND we often simply need to get better at taking action itself. Seeking to understand all aspects of somet…
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It's easy to get comfortable and complacent when progress has been made. Then what often happens is we wonder why further progress doesn't happen. We still feel the 'burn' of work but we stop seeing the results we previously got. This happens because as much as we are still putting in the reps both metaphorically and literally, those reps aren't en…
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Failure and the fear of failing is so prevalent in society! Everyone is trying so hard NOT to fail. Thing is, what most need to focus on more, is how to fail safely at first and learn the skills of failure. Failure can teach us so much if we allow ourself the opportunity to fail and then learn from it. In this episode I discuss a few conversations …
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Motivation comes and goes and it is something that I have been asked 1000 times now, 'how do I stay so motivated all the time?'. The simple answer is I don't. The key is though that I don't base my life or decisions around whether or not I am motivated. Remember action builds motivation not the other way around. I hope you enjoy this episode! If yo…
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It's 4 simple words however the impact they have had when put together on those I have had the privilege of working with has been profound. How does that feel? Let's talk about it! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode…
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Coaching has been my passion and purpose for over 15 years now. Through this time I have noticed some common themes and tendencies along the way amongst the industry. This episode digs into some strategies and tips for becoming a better coach on the floor. I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help…
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The health and fitness industry has a money problem. Coaches either lack the confidence to charge more for the value they provide, or they use price as a reason to not go to another coach or facility and try and get buy in because they are the "cheaper" option. Both of these impact the industry in a negative way. Let's talk about it! #levelup I hop…
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Communication is fundamental to coaching and any service based industry however it is a skill most don't look to refine and/or struggle with! I struggled for many years to fully understand how to communicate effectively however what I did know how to do was listen well! This led me to some level of success however it wasn't until I dove into how th…
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I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Level Up! Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twitter: morgan_hodge YouTube: Morgan Hodge Website: Coming Soon! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave…
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I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave a comment! Help someone you know level up their life and send them the link to this episode. Level Up! Instagram: @_morganhodge_ Twitter: morgan_hodge YouTube: Morgan Hodge Website: Coming Soon! I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, hit that subscribe button and leave…
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Too often I have clients coming to us that have been told to "just stop doing the thing". Be it running, squatting, playing a sport. Now I am not advocating for moving while in pain however simply telling someone to stop doing something they love without digging into what is actually causing the pain is negligent. So, let's talk about it! I hope yo…
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