About this episode

This episode discusses effective networking strategies for personal trainers and healthcare professionals to enhance client success and business growth.

Unlock the secrets to expanding your fitness business and elevating client success! In this exclusive episode of the “Master Instructor Roundtable,” NASM master instructors Wendy Batts and Marty Miller, along with leading industry experts Dr. Ed Davila (Internal Medicine Physician), Dr. Scott Cheatham (Sports & Orthopedic Physical Therapist), and Mike Fantigrassi (Head of Product, NASM) reveal actionable strategies for bridging the gap between fitness and healthcare. 🎧 Episode Highlights: How to Connect with Local Physicians & Physical Therapists for mutual referrals Building a Value-Driven Network: Tips for confident outreach and proven relationship-building techniques Exercise as Medicine: Why holistic approaches are revolutionizing both fitness and medical fields Partnership Models that Work: Real-world collaborations between gyms, trainers, and medical practices Concierge Medicine & Wellness: How boutique approaches are changing the industry Win-Win Collaborations: Examples of gyms bringing healthcare in-house (like Lifetime Fitness!) How to Become the Go-To Expert in your area and grow your reputation for excellence Whether you're a personal trainer, allied health…

People in this episode

Hosts: Wendy Batts, Marty Miller

Guests: Dr. Ed Davila, Dr. Scott Cheatham, Mike Fantigrassi

Topics covered

• networking strategies
• fitness business
• healthcare collaboration
• referral systems
• exercise as medicine
• partnership models
• client success

Keywords

• personal trainers
• physicians
• networking
• referrals
• fitness
• healthcare
• collaboration
• exercise
• wellness

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NASM, Lifetime Fitness

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