If I Had to Do It Over Again with Mike Boyle

The Strength Coach Podcast

Welcome to Episode 405 of the Strength Coach Podcast, brought to you by PerformBetter.com, the Experts in Functional Training & Rehabilitation.

In Episode 405 of The Strength Coach Podcast, we tackle one of the most critical questions for fitness entrepreneurs: "What should you focus on first when starting a fitness business?"

Highlights of the episode:

- **Why you should avoid spending too much on consultants early on: Learn how to prioritize your resources and avoid the trap of "paralysis by analysis."

- **Focus on building your client base first:** Coach Mike Boyle shares insights on why having systems and processes can wait until you have clients walking through the door.

- **Lessons from industry veterans: Real-life stories about starting small—from training in unconventional spaces to building a thriving business over time.

- **The importance of hiring the right people: Coach Boyle reflects on past hiring mistakes and how finding the right cultural fit has made all the difference.

- **Training tips and techniques: A discussion on rear foot elevated split squats, when a little wobble is okay, and considerations for max heart rate training with clients over 60.

This episode is not just about business advice; it’s also about real-world coaching insights, making it perfect for fitness professionals at any stage of their journey.

Enjoy the episode and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Thanks for listening!

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

05:12 - Coach Boyle Insights

11:35 - Hiring the Right Talent

16:27 - Avoiding Consultant Overhead

22:45 - Embracing Minor Setbacks

26:35 - Unstable Surface Training Risks

29:46 - Achieving Max Heart Rate at 60