HOW TO BECOME A FITNESS EDUCATOR AND DEVELOP YOUR OWN COURSES. LINCOLN BRYDEN SHARES HIS PATH TO SUCCESS, AND DISCUSSES WHAT IT TAKES TO MOVE FROM FITNESS PRESENTER TO FITNESS EDUCATOR. Lincoln Bryden and FitPro’s Executive Director Teresa Wheatley discuss what you need to become a successful fitness educator, how to develop your teaching skills and how to avoid the common mistakes people make when setting up their own courses. Lincoln’s expertise is shaped by his 30 plus years in the fitness industry as successful presenter, educator and speaker. This webcast is a must-listen for anyone on the path to train the trainers. Lincoln Bryden is a 30 plus years fitness industry veteran. As an instructor, presenter and speaker, he has coached literally thousands of people across the world in a wide range of fitness and group exercises disciplines. He has presented in over 40 countries and has created numerous fitness programmes and CPD courses. As well as delivering Personal Training courses for the last 10 years, he is a Sports and Exercise Science Lecturer, as well as regularly training group exercise instructors and personal trainers on a variety of topics, all with the ultimate aim to make them better coaches and to provide a better service for their clients. He is author of P.R.I.M.E, which is a simple 5 step system designed to help group exercise instructors launch their own programmes and impact more people.

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As the driving force behind Women’s Fitness Education, Dani understands the effects of fitness and fitness culture on women as well as anyone. When JP discovered she had also competed in stage competitions in the past, he felt compelled to have the conversation no one seems to be having – are they good for you? Whilst this is a very much an ‘opinion piece’ and charts Dani’s journey into, and out of, competitions, and beyond, it does bring some important issues into the spotlight. And just as importantly, how can we support the mental and emotional ‘training’ required to get on stage, and handle the aftermath, alongside the incredible physical dedication of the sport. Danielle Mondo is a passionate fitness professional with over 10 years of industry experience. Her journey began with a love of training that led her to compete in bodybuilding, earning the title of INBA Fitness Model Overall Winner in 2014. Inspired by her own transformation, Danielle became a personal trainer and spent a decade helping women build strength and confidence. Today, as the Student Success Manager and Educator at Women’s Fitness Education, she supports and empowers future female personal trainers through expert guidance, encouragement, and industry insight. https://www.instagram.com/danielle_mondo?igsh=MTVvc3F0bzczNDQyNg==

Join this deep dive into the sustainable strategies into peak performance, from global speaker and researcher, Paul Taylor. As a keen follower of holistic approaches to human ‘sweet spots’, JP probes Paul’s expert knowledge to enlighten us on all things around how much challenge is enough, how much is too much, how to ‘dose’ our challenges for best results, cross stressors, why monitoring heart rate variability is so important, and a fascinating discussion about Paul’s book, Death By Comfort. If you’re interested in the nature of humanity and how to get the best from yourself, this wide-ranging conversation will leave you buzzing with enlightened inspiration. A former British Royal Navy Aircrew Officer and former Adjunct Professor at the University of San Francisco, Paul is a Neuroscientist, Exercise Physiologist and Nutritionist who is currently completing a PhD in Applied Psychology, where he is developing and testing resilience strategies with the Australian Defence Science Technology Group & The University of Newcastle. He is the Director of Paul Taylor Consulting, where he delivers stress fitness (resilience 2.0), leadership and performance workshops to companies such as Oracle, SAP, PWC, NAB, CBA, BUPA & the Australian Military. In 2010 Paul created and co-hosted the TV series Body and Brain Overhaul and he appeared regularly on The Biggest Loser TV series as a subject matter expert. He was voted Australian Fitness Industry presenter of the year twice and in 2022, he published the book Death By Comfort. Paul is the host of The Paul Taylor Podcast, and his latest venture is The Mental Fitness Project, an online program and App that is currently used by a number of Corporations and has proven benefits for resilience, mental wellbeing and levels of burnout of participants. Paul has a proven track record in Leadership and dealing in high-pressure situations, through his former roles as an Airborne Anti-submarine Warfare Officer and a Helicopter Search-And-Rescue Crew Member with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm. He has undergone rigorous Military Combat Survival and Resistance-to-Interrogation Training and in 2012, he became a professional boxer. In 2019, he took up Karate to create memories with his kids and in 2021, both Paul and his 10-year-old Oscar became Australian Karate Kumite (combat) Champions.

Join JP and Maria Teresa as they discuss her journey from growing up in Mexico as the 10th child in a family of 11 children, and becoming an aerobics instructor at 15, through to being the driving force behind Zumba taking over as the leading dance fitness craze in Australia and New Zealand. As always, JP wants to know the guest’s journey and he draws out everything from how Latin names come to be (and are often so long!) through to why Maria Teresa had to graduate with a degree in marketing before she could follow her passion of dance and fitness. Then we learn the pathway that led to her international career spanning North America, Europe and Australia/NZ and for her to become the person who brought Zumba down under. They discuss the strength of the brand and why it’s so popular to this day, before moving on and discussing one of Maria Teresa’s other passions, Aqua fitness. With such a stellar and ongoing career across decades, the wisdom and nuggets of intellectual gold just keep coming in this episode. Enjoy this international story of success and what it can teach us all! Maria Teresa Stone is a renowned fitness expert and entrepreneur with over 28 years of experience in the industry. Originally from Mexico, she began her journey in 1996, specializing in both group fitness and water-based fitness classes. Her career has taken her across the globe, leading master classes, training instructors, and presenting at international fitness conventions. In 2009, Maria Teresa was instrumental in the successful launch of Zumba® in New Zealand and Australia. Over the past 16 years, she has trained thousands of instructors throughout the Australasia Pacific region, earning widespread recognition for her leadership and impact. In 2016, her contributions were formally acknowledged when she was inducted into Fitness Australia's Roll of Honour. As co-founder of the online platform My Group Move, Maria Teresa provides essential training and ongoing support to group fitness instructors worldwide. A passionate advocate for holistic well-being, she is a certified health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN). Based in New Zealand with her husband and two children, she continues to inspire women through Powerful YOU, her home workout program designed to empower and nurture both body and mind. https://www.facebook.com/maria.t.stone

In this episode Adam explores how to deal with setbacks and rejection, how to reframe failure and how to master the art of Kaizen. A little bit about Adam... Adam Daniel is an accomplished sportsman, fitness entrepreneur and a Performance and Personal Impact Coach with an innate desire to see individuals, teams and businesses truly thrive. He has developed and delivered educational programmes for some of the world’s leading fitness brands, coached fitness professionals and industry leaders in over 20 countries and has led the educational teams for some of the most prestigious fitness industry names. Episode 1: https://soundcloud.com/user-883127547/business-mastery-with-adam-daniel-episode-1-the-fundamentals-of-business Episode 2: https://soundcloud.com/user-883127547/adam-daniel-business-mastery Episode 3: https://soundcloud.com/user-883127547/adam-daniel-business-mastery-episode-3

ADAM COVERS 3 KEY AREAS TO HELP YOU WITH GROWING YOUR BUSINESS: ✅ Ruthless Prioritisation ✅ The Tripod Formula ✅ Your Elevator Pitch A little bit about Adam... Adam Daniel is an accomplished sportsman, fitness entrepreneur and a Performance and Personal Impact Coach with an innate desire to see individuals, teams and businesses truly thrive. He has developed and delivered educational programmes for some of the world’s leading fitness brands, coached fitness professionals and industry leaders in over 20 countries and has led the educational teams for some of the most prestigious fitness industry names. Episode 1: https://soundcloud.com/user-883127547/business-mastery-with-adam-daniel-episode-1-the-fundamentals-of-business Episode 3: https://soundcloud.com/user-883127547/adam-daniel-business-mastery-episode-3 Episode 4: https://soundcloud.com/user-883127547/adam-daniel-business-mastery-1

A little bit more about Matthew... Matthew Bowles is 3 x Grand Finalist on Australian Ninja Warrior. Originally from Manchester, Matthew's quiet confidence on the course has given him the nickname of the 'Silent Assassin'. Matthew is an ex-gymnast and ex-trapeze catcher, he also started rock climbing when he was 13. In his spare time, Matthew enjoys free diving with sharks (he can hold his breath for 5 minutes!).

This episode contains insights into a relatively new perspective on immune health that will really fascinate and engage you. JP and Dr Stewart discuss things we hear about in our profession on a daily basis – auto immune issues, allergies, food intolerance, symptoms that indicate deeper issues – and look into what actions are afoot in peoples immune systems that can lead to their problems. Are they dominant in a catabolic (TH1) pathway for example, and if so, where did it all start? It gets more interesting as they examine where initial ‘insults’ to immune health begin (mental, emotional and physical), where they lead if unchecked and just as importantly, what we can do about it through accessible changes in lifestyle. You’ll never look at stress, inflammation and the nervous system the same again! Dr Stewart Gillespie is a functional medicine practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience. Trained as an osteopath in London and a chiropractor in New York, Stewart has worked closely with Dr Eric Berg for 4 years – dealing with hormones and weight loss, as well as interpreting blood work & functional lab testing. Stewart has also undertaken many training programs & mentorships, including learning from Charles Poliquin, Datis Kharrazian, Functional Medicine University & the Kalish Institute. Dr Stewart Gillespie is best-known for his expertise in the immune system & his quick, effective protocols based on the 7 different types of inflammation. He teaches this signature method to health professionals around the globe through live workshops and functional medicine mentorship programs. Website: https://functionalmedicineservices.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionalmedicineservices/ and IG Handle: @functionalmedicineservices & @drstewartgillespie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/functionalmedicineservices How to learn more: Functional Medicine Foundations Course (7 hours): https://functionalmedicineservices.com/course/foundations/ Inflammation Mastery Mentorship (10 Weeks): https://functionalmedicineservices.com/inflammation-mastery/ Functional Medicine Mentorship (6 months): https://functionalmedicineservices.com/mentorship/

Join JP and Maria Teresa as they discuss her journey from growing up in Mexico as the 10th child in a family of 11 children, and becoming an aerobics instructor at 15, through to being the driving force behind Zumba taking over as the leading dance fitness craze in Australia and New Zealand. As always, JP wants to know the guest’s journey and he draws out everything from how Latin names come to be (and are often so long!) through to why Maria Teresa had to graduate with a degree in marketing before she could follow her passion of dance and fitness. Then we learn the pathway that led to her international career spanning North America, Europe and Australia/NZ and for her to become the person who brought Zumba down under. They discuss the strength of the brand and why it’s so popular to this day, before moving on and discussing one of Maria Teresa’s other passions, Aqua fitness. With such a stellar and ongoing career across decades, the wisdom and nuggets of intellectual gold just keep coming in this episode. Enjoy this international story of success and what it can teach us all! Maria Teresa Stone is a renowned fitness expert and entrepreneur with over 28 years of experience in the industry. Originally from Mexico, she began her journey in 1996, specializing in both group fitness and water-based fitness classes. Her career has taken her across the globe, leading master classes, training instructors, and presenting at international fitness conventions. In 2009, Maria Teresa was instrumental in the successful launch of Zumba® in New Zealand and Australia. Over the past 16 years, she has trained thousands of instructors throughout the Australasia Pacific region, earning widespread recognition for her leadership and impact. In 2016, her contributions were formally acknowledged when she was inducted into Fitness Australia's Roll of Honour. As co-founder of the online platform My Group Move, Maria Teresa provides essential training and ongoing support to group fitness instructors worldwide. A passionate advocate for holistic well-being, she is a certified health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN). Based in New Zealand with her husband and two children, she continues to inspire women through Powerful YOU, her home workout program designed to empower and nurture both body and mind. https://www.facebook.com/maria.t.stone

In this episode, JP talks to Karen Mahar, one half of the dynamic global brand that is Animal Flow. His mission in this conversation was to get at what it takes as a person, and as a professional, to become known and significant in a crowded marketplace; the decisions that need to be made; the humility needed in a partnership; the drive and energy; and how we can leverage our personal experience and professional acumen to become a cutting edge, unique offering, established in 35 countries. This is an eye-opening interview, delving into a lot of ‘behind the scenes footage’ that is both deeply interesting and highly educational. Karen’s understanding and ability to communicate all the layers involved is a brilliant example of why most of us have heard of Animal Flow and many of us have sampled the modality. We can all take away something from this interview, whether we have a local, national or global brand. Karen is the COO of Global Bodyweight Training and the Animal Flow brand, which she co-founded in 2010 and developed into an international fitness company with 20,000 instructors. She holds a PhD in Sociology, and prior to launching her fitness career was the director of the Institute of Homeless Studies in Miami, Florida. She's been a Board Member for numerous non-profit and quasi-governmental entities focused on issues of poverty and inequality, and is committed to making the world a better place in whatever she does. After 30 years living in Miami, in 2016 she and her business partner embarked on a two year tour of moving to a new country every month as they developed the Animal Flow program around the world. Karen now lives in Denver Colorado, where she hikes, skis, and hangs out with her Bernese Mountain Dog.

Another industry giant, Peter Twist, is the guest in this interview with JP. As a global influencer before social media even existed, and still in 2025, JP explores Peter’s journey through our industry from athlete, to student, to coaching professional team sports, having training facilities across Canada, creating a physical product line, advising the Olympic training approach for both winter and summer programs for the Chinese team, writing books, courses and so much more. Alongside this, JP and Peter talk about how high performance is so much more than physical training – covering brain, beliefs, attitudes, environment and philosophy. If you love understanding what it is to be human, training movement not muscles, and creating health and happiness, then you’re in for a treat! Sport scientist, author, CEO. Peter Twist coached 11 years in NHL, Operated 12 Training Centers in 4 countries, TWIST Conditioning developed 20,000 college & high school athletes, 2,000 pro & Olympic athletes, including 5 major league MVPs. He also led modernization of training for China Olympic Program. Peter shifted the fitness and sport industries’ training paradigms when he introduced the world's first 3 Functional Training certification courses. He has authored 22 certification courses, built TWIST education and a product business to 330 global distributors. He’s also Under Armour's selected Global Education Partner and brought IDEA World to Shanghai China. Incredibly, he has delivered 1,500 lectures, authored 20 books, 44 DVDs, was the recipient NSCA President's Award, IDEA Programmer of Year & Inspiration Awards, China's Most Inspiring in Fitness Award, CFP Presenter of the Year Award. Peter is a stage 4 cancer & stroke thriver inspiring keynotes speeches on Champion Mindset. In his spare time he enjoys hiking & skiing the mountains & rainforest on the west coast of Canada.

Join JP in this riveting interview with Lionel University Global VP, Dan Duran. Coming from a 22 year career with the California Police Dept, almost wrecking himself with over-exercise and moving into the fitness industry, Dan has some fascinating stories (with lessons) to share with us all, including his amusing connection with Forrest Gump! As an ultra triathlete, Dan has some sobering and inspiring stories about always moving forward, enjoying hallucinations and picking the right support team. However, it’s the lessons around challenge, success, failure and growth that really get you thinking. On top of this, JP also draws out some incredible nuggets from Dan’s career as a leader, global educator, keynote speaker and vice president of global exercise brands, which can teach all of us something about performing well and how to have a rewarding career, at all levels, in our industry. This is an eclectic listen, but the pure drive behind the man that is Dan Duran, befits the title of the podcast. Dan is the Vice-President of Lionel University Global, a college specializing in exercise science for the fitness industry. He is also the chairman of the REX Roundtables for Leaders Personal Training Leadership Roundtable. He has over 30 years’ experience in training and training management including being a VP for two different global education companies, a health club owner and the Fitness Director for two large multi-use health clubs where his teams grew revenue exponentially. He is an international presenter and has presented in over 11 countries, specializing in topics such as personal training, leadership and resilience. Prior to working in the private fitness industry, he worked for the state of California for 22 years, primarily in law enforcement, where he ultimately managed statewide training for all law enforcement officers and 200 trainers, including being the director and an instructor at a state police academy and adjunct faculty at several colleges for topics including physical fitness. Dan is an ultra-triathlete, having completed numerous Ironman’s, two Double Ironman’s, a Triple Ironman, and a Quintuple Ironman. He currently competes in mountain ultra-endurance runs.

What we covered: 1.So you've just recorded a course for us on play-based training - why did you feel compelled to create it? 2.⁠ ⁠In the course you cover a lot of scientific background as well as giving 50 great playful examples of play in action - can you give us a couple of nuggets here? 3.⁠ ⁠You have created a play profiling sequence for people in the course - why is this necessary? Don't we just play the games? 4.⁠ ⁠There are 6 practical sections in the course aimed at different populations... why? 5.⁠ ⁠What are your thoughts on using play in our industry generally - are there better environments than others? A little bit about JP... After burning out aged 34 while running his own furniture company and losing his mother to cancer a year later, JP listened to his true calling, joined the fitness industry and became an award-winning educator, speaker and industry mentor. JP’s mission is to show how we are mental, emotional and physical beings, and that nothing can be studied or affected individually. Having sworn for many years that he’d never have children, JP is now a father of four, demonstrating that life is always available for review, new learning, growth, change and adaptation. Since turning 40, JP has managed to defy gravity and grow 1cm taller, thanks to the elasticising effect of myofascial movement and ViPR creating more space in his joints. Key expertise: - Award-winning educator, speaker and mentor. - Delivers webinars and practical workshops internationally. - Teaches in a way that is down to earth, engaging and connected, with a fair degree of humour thrown in.

In this episode JP talks to global speaker, author and consultant, Amanda Bracks, all about the different layers of sales. As always with JP, there are candid personal reflections and interesting rabbit holes explored. They cover the nature of sales and selling, how it’s evolved over time, the essence of good selling, marketing and branding, why some of us are uncomfortable with the whole topic of sales, what we need to know in the technological era about ‘putting ourselves out there’, as well as what we need to remember has never changed in the nature of connecting over a common goal. Also, how do you adapt with the times, from someone who has been doing so for 30 years. There are gems in this exchange for both the seasoned marketer and the novice. Enjoy! A little bit about Amanda… Amanda is an international speaker, trainer and business consultant training thousands around the world in UK, USA, India, China, NZ and Asia on business, fitness sales and lead generation and has authored 2 sales and marketing books. She has 30 years of industry experience as national marketing manager, national sales specialist, owning a wellness studio, managing leisure centres and big box health clubs. She has personally sold over 22,000 memberships and 1,000 PT packages. Amanda has received many accolades including NSW fitness manager of the year, Australian Club of the Year, Australian Fitness Boutique Studio of the Year and inducted into the prestigious Australian Fitness Industry Roll of Honour. She owns an online sales and fitness business training platform Fitness Management Training

A little bit more about Ben... Ben Coomber is a multi-award-winning high performance coach and nutrition educator focused on Human Optimisation. He’s also a speaker, 2023 bestselling author of ‘How to Live an Awesome Life’, wrote ‘How to be an Awesome Personal trainer in 2016, and is the CEO of Awesome Supplements, a 16x award winning supplement company on a mission to elevate human potential and add credibility to the world of supplements.

A little bit about Annette... Annette Lang has been active in the fitness industry for over 40 years, working in sales, management, education and personal training as well as developing and delivering education programs throughout the US and abroad. She has presented at international conferences including FitPro, Club Industry, IHRSA, ACSM, Perform Better and IDEA and has a Master’s degree in Health Education. Annette is a successful and certified personal trainer in NYC delivering private sessions and has authored numerous videos, including Pre Postnatal Training Fan, and had a YouTube show called “The Lang Show”.

WATCH JP (JOHN POLLEY) AND LINDA BARLOW DISCUSS THE SIMPLE ACTIONS WE CAN TAKE FOR A LIFESTYLE APPROACH TO HEALTH AND WELLNESS, AND HOW YOUR LIFE IS YOUR MEDICINE. During this fascinating conversation, full of useful information, heaps of references for further research, relevant anecdotes and thoughtful musings, JP and Linda cover what simple actions we can implement in our lives that will enhance our human experience. However, what makes it so interesting, is they cover roads less trodden, like morning light, and disease as a healing response, that are more unusual and deeply engaging. Enjoy this stroll into life as medicine.

Tune into JP (John Polley) and Niki Loe, naturopath and myofascial movement specialist, as they talk about the practice of joy and what it means for the human experience JP and Niki dive into the experience, science and strategies for joy in this conversation about what it is to be human as we head into 2025. They explore how joy isn’t something you can simply attain, but how it takes the form of a conscious decision and consistent practice. The components of the practice of joy and how to adapt it to each unique individual is very real, human and thought-provoking. And of course, Niki’s undeniable passion and positivity will have you engaged and in joyous mood by the end. Niki Loe is a human experience guide dedicated to empowering and educating human beings to move and live with more joy. A degree-qualified naturopath & medical herbalist, Next Level myofascial movement specialist, wellness educator, speaker, writer and creator of her signature “Glow” classes, Niki is an advocate for self-love and joy. She lives by the belief that everyone deserves to live a joyous life in a body that they love. With over two decades of experience guiding people to positively transform their lives, she draws from her own personal experience of overcoming health challenges and multiple surgeries, including four hip surgeries and living with stage 4 endometriosis. Niki’s mission is simple: to devour life with great joy and inspire others to do the same.

In this episode, JP explores something which has, or will, affect us all, with grief counsellor, speaker and personal trainer, JoDee Coulter. In a conversation both deep and absorbing, they explore primary grief, and secondary grief - its obvious sibling - which everyone overlooks. They discuss how grief can affect us, but more importantly what we can do about it. And above all, WHO we can be for our clients, friends and family in times of grief. This exchange is peppered with knowledge bombs and realisations that will have you sitting back and reflecting for some time afterwards. A little bit about JoDee… JoDee Coulter is a Bereavement Coordinator Certified in Thanatology with 25 years experience working in the hospice setting. She began her healthcare career as a Licensed and Board-Certified Music Therapist working with diversified populations prior to transitioning to hospice. She finds fulfillment in supporting the bereaved in their grief utilizing the creative arts, as well as designing and facilitating support groups that meet the needs of her community. She also enjoys educating through presentations on topics such as this one today. She learned firsthand the role of a caregiver when her husband was diagnosed with a rare adult-onset form of muscular dystrophy (Kennedy’s Disease) just three years into their marriage. She understands grief on many levels and the vital importance of self-care while being a caregiver JoDee became certified as a personal trainer in 2018 for personal and professional reasons. She now combines her passions for fitness, grief, and holistic wellness to support and encourage caregivers; moreover, she works to inspire individuals who want to take their health to a new level. She wants everyone to know how much better you can feel when you move your body, eat well, and have an opportunity for self-expression.