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The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Are you studying to become a personal trainer or just started your training career? NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey takes listeners on an informative and engaging journey to help establish a solid foundation in your fitness path.

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The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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When to Give Up on Corrective Exercise? 16:22

4 days ago16:22

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Clients show progress or, in some cases, lack of progress, at different levels. This is one of the challenges of personal trainers. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, addresses this head on. Rick will discuss the importance of cueing, foam rolling, static stretching, strengthening underactive muscles, following the system of corrective exercise and why it’s all in the details. Let Dr. Richey expand your personal training knowledge base as only he can! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Resistance Training Variables to Develop Muscle 17:59

6 days ago17:59

17:59

Let’s get back to the basics. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, talks sets and reps, tempo, rest, range of motion, and why soreness isn’t necessarily a good indicator if you are going to build muscle. Rick, of course, explains it all through the NASM model, as well as few pointers from his vast experience in personal training. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Modifications for Aging or Aching Clients 15:31

11 days ago15:31

15:31

It’s important, as personal trainers, to adapt to your clients’ limitations, whether it be getting older, or simply those pesky aches and pains that can slow us down a bit. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, shares a few examples and insights on how to help you pivot, as well. Dr. Richey will focus on mobility and flexibility training, the importance of foam rolling, and a series of workouts he uses to help his aging or aching clients reach their fitness goals. Always remember, motion is lotion. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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A Time-Bound Practice for Extra Discipline 21:55

13 days ago21:55

21:55

As we enter the early portion of the Lent calendar, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, observes this window in his own unique, fitness-inspired way. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” Rick discusses his 2025 40-day focus which includes no ultra-processed foods, ramping up his water and protein intake, and even more consistently flossing his teeth. Let Dr. Richey help inspire a few short-term spring goals which can lead to big personal health and wellness achievements throughout the remainder of the year. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Weird Anatomy: Sesamoid Bones 12:31

18 days ago12:31

12:31

Let’s get a little weird and talk about the human body, shall we? On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, takes a closer look at sesamoid bones, the small, round bones that are embedded within tendons or muscles. Rick explores some issues accompanied with these tiny bones, including at the base of the big toe, the science and research behind why these painful little setbacks may occur, and a full break down of the largest sesamoid bone in the body, the patella. Enjoy Dr. Richey’s first installment of “Weird Anatomy!” If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Mailbag: Dealing with Trainer Guilt 23:10

20 days ago23:10

23:10

Personal trainers go through the same trials and tribulations in life as everyone. Whether it’s getting sick or dealing with other unavoidable hurdles which can occur at the worst time. On this special mailbag episode of “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explains why it’s important, as a personal trainer, to allow yourself some grace and don’t let guild bring you down. Rick will share a few relatable stories of his own, as well as why it’s important to do what you can, not what you can’t, the importance of transparency, and why it’s essential to re-evaluate why your clients come to you. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Grip Strength & Longevity 11:11

25 days ago11:11

11:11

Let’s get a grip on its strength and longevity. In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, goes straight to the research on how hand grip strength impacts chances of cardiovascular disease in our lifespan. He’ll cite specific examples on the topic from his long-tenured career as a personal trainer, why strength is considered longevity, being stronger is also associated with longevity, and much more. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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What’s the Point of Chalk? 18:28

27 days ago18:28

18:28

It’s time for a little chalk talk. We all know chalk can make quite the mess at the gym, but does it serve a benefit to those you train? On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, NASM Master Instructor, and gym owner, Rick Richey, addresses why people love chalk so much and what is its purpose at the gym. In this monologue presentation, Rick discusses how chalk helps reduce moisture by absorbing sweat, prevents blisters and tears (especially for gymnasts), and the importance of improving your grip strength. Lastly, if you do use chalk, please take the time to clean up after yourself. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Benefits of Core Stability 15:43

5 weeks ago15:43

15:43

One fitness myth is the more core exercises you do, the less belly fat you’ll have. It’s simply not true. So, what are the benefits of working your core? On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into the topic explaining why core stability can reduce back pain, increase balance, and many more useful training tips to enhance your fitness knowledge base. Plus, why your diet is essential to enhancing that desired six-pack, plus why people who practice stability training have less fear of movement, and much more in this special presentation! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Best Ways to Build Your Client Base 16:38

5 weeks ago16:38

16:38

Personal training is an art. So, too, is establishing and building your client base. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, details several different strategies to help keep your schedule booked with training sessions. Rick reviews the results of a recent survey he sent out on social media asking for examples of how establish a strong list of clients. From being persistent, to asking for referrals and, maybe most importantly, providing results, these examples, and more, are ones you’ll want to learn more about. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Do I Need to Get Sore to Build Muscle? 11:43

6 weeks ago11:43

11:43

If his clients have questions, Rick Richey has answers. In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” Dr. Richey addresses if there’s a correlation between soreness and building muscle. The NASM Master Instructor answers the question directly, as well as provides clarity, through researched findings, on a few of the misconceptions attached to the topic. Plus, the importance of knowing your own limitations and listening to your body to maximize your workouts. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Sciatica or Piriformis Syndrome? 14:25

6 weeks ago14:25

14:25

Sciatica and piriformis are very similar pain symptoms. On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, deep dives into the different types of discomfort each may present along the nerve pathway, the risk factors for both, the importance of consistent, full-body exercises, and several other helpful tips on the topic. Enjoy this in-depth monologue presentation straight from Rick’s mailbag! If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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Big & Small: Prioritizing Your Guidelines to Exercise 17:02

7 weeks ago17:02

17:02

Big or small, it’s all in the details as a personal trainer. On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, discusses why it’s important to emphasize regular movement throughout the day. He also deep dives into the importance of prioritizing your movements, mixing up your workouts, navigating through what clients, as well as what they don’t, and many more useful tips to help tighten up your coaching techniques. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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The Five Cortices of the Brain 14:15

7 weeks ago14:15

14:15

Let’s have a “heady” conversation about exercise and the brain. See what we did there? On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, explores the five cortices of the brain and how consistent exercise add immense value to the ‘ole thinker. Dr. Richey breaks down the five, which are all named after the part of the skull, and each offer unique functions which process different things. Plus, a full breakdown of the “FPOTB” acronym, which is the first letter of the first word of the cortices used, and a clever way to help keep your knowledge of the topic on point. So, get ready to exercise your brain with this monologue presentation from Dr. Richey. If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend to help grow our NASM health and wellness community! Introducing NASM One, the membership for trainers and coaches. For just $35/mo., get unlimited access to over 300 continuing education courses, 50% off additional certifications and specializations, EDGE Trainer Pro all-in-one coaching app to grow your business, unlimited exam attempts and select waived fees. Stay on top of your game and ahead of the curve as a fitness professional with NASM One. Click here to learn more. https://bit.ly/4ddsgrm…

The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

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The Health Benefits of Resistance Training 18:33

8 weeks ago18:33