Our certifications and traditional formal educational pathways tell us to do physiological assessments with our clients, but what if that is no longer the right thing to do? Christin Everson comes on the Far Side of Fitness to discuss this alternative view on conducting physiological assessments for personal training clients.

Christin owns a fitness consulting and education business serving fitness businesses, recreation organizations, and their fitness professionals. Her work helps to redefine the fitness experience for new and returning exercisers by helping fitness professionals provide exercise experiences that facilitate belonging. Christin has an MS in Kinesiology and a BA in Psychology and is an ACE certified Health Coach, Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Medical Exercise Specialist, and Behavior Change Specialist.



Christin's Links:

www.ChristinEverson.com



https://www.linkedin.com/in/christin-everson-ms-a9b90249/



Dr. D's Links:

Website: www.doctordarianparker.com



LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darianparker/



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Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction: Questioning Body Composition Testing

00:14 Personal Experience: Realizing the Harm

01:43 Industry Shift: Moving Away from Testing

02:15 Client Reactions and Trainer Accuracy

02:45 The Emotional Impact on Clients

05:52 Gym Practices and Memberships

06:44 Rethinking Fitness Assessments

08:24 The Importance of Client Experience

09:53 Building Client Relationships

20:42 Creating Successful Experiences

23:41 Long-Term Client Success

28:56 Final Thoughts and Re



10. Why We Should Stop Doing Traditional Fitness Assessments with Clients w/ Christin Everson

Maybe you have heard this question in the title of this podcast from a woman who has lit up the internet impersonating her German grandmother. Funny stuff for sure! It got me thinking about something we don't talk about enough as fitness professionals, which is the entertainment value of our work with people.

Ask yourself this question...do your clients find you interesting? Do they dread coming to your sessions not because of your exercise knowledge, but because you present a boring experience and they just aren't interested in spending time with you? Digest those questions while you listen/watch this episode.



Dr. D's Link:

www.doctordarianparker.com



Dr. D's Affiliate:

Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link [https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker]
or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase.



9. Did I Ask You What is Boring?

The sludge machine is part of all of our lives, but it is particularly insidious and an obstacle that both clients and service providers have to navigate. So how do we do it? Listen, watch and learn.



Dr. D's Links:



www.doctordarianparker.com



Dr. D's Affiliate: Stick Mobility

Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link [https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker] or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase.

8. The Sludge Machine

In this episode of The Far Side of Fitness I sit down with award winning fitness professional Ingrid Knight-Cohee. We get into all things Group Fitness and why should be marketing fitness classes and fitness in general in a very different way!

Ingrid is a thought leader and sought after presenter with an expertise in fitness programming, management, and leadership. She was recently recognized as the 2024 IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year, representing excellence in fitness leadership and unparalleled innovation.

At the helm of fitness programming for Fitness World Canada, Ingrid oversees 150+ fitness instructors and creates exceptional class experiences for over 90,000 members across 16 club locations. With degrees in Human Kinetics and Exercise & Health Psychology, Ingrid regularly presents at global industry events and conferences such as IDEA World, Health & Fitness Association, and canfitpro.

Her most recent creation is MSINGI™ - Elemental Movement. Known as the world’s first Afrocentric functional movement practice, MSINGI™ improves functional strength and primal mobility through 11 foundational movements. The popular circular class structure engages all movers through intensity level options in the spirit of earth, wind and fire, with all movements driven by soul-stirring Afrobeats. Ingrid’s goal is to get all people moving more joyfully, through accessible and inclusive community-based fitness.



Ingrid's Links:



https://msingimovement.com/

https://www.instagram.com/msingimovement/

https://www.instagram.com/iknightcohee/

https://www.facebook.com/msingimovement/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingridkc/



Darian's Links:

www.doctordarianparker.com



Darian's Affiliate:

Get your flexibility back and prevent injuries with Stick Mobility. Training Sticks improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. Go to this Link [https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker]
or copy to your browser https://stickmobility.com/darian-parker and use the discount code: 1CEC828F154 to get 10% off of your purchase.



Time Stamps:



00:34 Evolution and Popularity of Group Exercise

01:36 Challenges in Maintaining Program Quality

02:56 The Flashy New Trend in Fitness

07:35 The Social Aspect of Group Fitness

14:55 Innovative Group Fitness Formats

18:55 Motivations in Fitness

20:07 Challenges in Personal Training

21:14 The Reality of Client Training

25:12 The Importance of Front Desk Staff

26:58 Building Relationships in Fitness

28:07 The Social Aspect of Fitness

32:12 Concluding Thoughts and Ref



7. Reverse Group Fitness Marketing and Focusing on Pain Free Movement w/ Ingrid Knight-Cohee

In this episode of The Far Side of Fitness I break down the Anatomy of a Personal Training session because well...I never hear any trainers talk about the mechanics of their training sessions. So, I am sharing how I conduct my session with 6 points that may surprise you!



Dr. Darian's Links:

www.doctordarianparker.com



6. Anatomy of a Personal Training Session

In today's episode I chat with Dr. Supatra Tovar. We discuss how gym culture and diet culture are the same forms of extremism and how they both are anti-environmental in their current forms.

As one of the only clinical psychologists who is also a registered dietitian and certified fitness expert, Dr. Tovar teaches clients how to use research-based techniques in behavioral psychology, nutritional science, and exercise kinesiology to overcome complex challenges. She harnesses the different disciplines of her unique background to show her clients how small modifications to daily habits can transform mindsets, enhance personal relationships, and accelerate professional trajectories. Dr. Tovar has helped clients navigate through trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief.



Dr. Tovar's Links:

drsupatratovar.com anew-insight.com Dr T IG https://www.instagram.com/drsupatratovar ANEW IG https://www.instagram.com/my.anew.insight Dr T FB https://www.facebook.com/drsupatratovar ANEW FB https://www.facebook.com/my.anew.insight Dr T LInkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsupatratovar/ Dr T Threads https://www.threads.net/@drsupatratovar ANEW Threads https://www.threads.net/@my.anew.insight Dr. TikTock https://www.tiktok.com/@drsupatratovar ANEW TokTock https://www.tiktok.com/@my.anew.insight Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@my.anew.insight



Dr. D's Links:

www.doctordarianparker.com



Time Stamps:

00:00 The Misconceptions of Weight Loss and Exercise

00:48 The Dangers of Extreme Dieting and Exercise

02:31 Listening to Your Body Over Gym Culture

03:50 The Pressure on Fitness Professionals

07:32 The Historical Context of Diet and Gym Culture

14:05 A Holistic Approach to Fitness

19:27 The Reality of Gym Culture and Social Media

29:51 The Sexualization of Fitness

30:51 Integrity vs. Profit in Fitness

31:54 Finding Fulfillment in Helping Others

34:28 The Protein Myth

37:19 Environmental and Ethical Concerns

38:08 The Impact of Gym Culture

48:09 The Influence of Personal Choices

51:13 Hope for the Future: Gen Z

52:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts



5. Why Gym and Diet Culture are Anti-Longevity and Anti-Environmentalism

In today's episode we chat with Susie deVille, the dynamic Founder & CEO of the Innovation & Creativity Institute, a trailblazing business coach, and an accomplished artist. With over 30 years of entrepreneurial success, including the creation and sale of a highly profitable real estate firm, Susie is on a mission to empower individuals to tap into their innate creativity, discover their true selves, and unlock their full entrepreneurial potential. Susie's Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/susiedeville/ https://www.facebook.com/susie.deville https://www.instagram.com/susie_deville/ https://x.com/susiedeville https://innovationandcreativityinstitute.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Buoyant-Entrepreneurs-Becoming-Successful-Creative/dp/1774581817/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1EDFQMTGB57AD& https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-courage-to-live-a-big-life/id1747875172

Dr. D's Links:



www.doctordarianparker.com





4. Fitness Entrepreneurship Done Differently w/ Susie deVille

In this episode my guest, Evette Langham, explores the reality of Lumen, a metabolic hacking device, through a candid and critical discussion. Evette, who has a fitness background, shares her personal experience with the product and why it didn't meet her expectations. Evette's Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evette-langham/ Dr. D's Links: www.doctordarianparker.com

3. Fitness and Health Product Review: Is Lumen Worth It?

In this episode of 'The Far Side of Fitness,' Dr. Darian Parker discusses the often-overlooked topic of fitness based training for fall prevention...for younger populations. Dr. Darian's Links:



Website: www.doctordarianparker.com



LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darianparker/

2. Getting Fit for the Fall?

Have you ever wondered what's actually on the other side of fitness stories, stats and situations? Welcome to the Far Side of Fitness, where host, Dr. Darian Parker, connect with guests and listeners about takes on fitness topics that you likely have never heard before. Let's ride!



Want to Be a Guest on The Far Side of Fitness?



1. Do you have a unique or unheard of take on a familiar fitness topic?



2. Are you interested in providing a different take on a fitness product (meaning you are highly skeptical of the claims of the product and don't think it works)? Basically a reverse testimonial.



If this fits you then feel free to email host, Dr. Darian Parker, to set up some time for a discovery call about your topic. Email: darianparker@gmail.com

1. The Far Side of Fitness

Dr. Darian Parker covers an incredible amount of topics with a variety of guests from all over the world. He created this podcast as a different way to educate himself and expand his mind because being closed minded is a dangerous thing. Feel free to come on this journey with Dr. D and if you do...your horizons will be expanded.

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