VNR #269: Are Certifications necessary to be a good coach?
From Varied Not Random by btwb
June 2, 2026 · 23 min · Episode 269
About this episode
Mark, a CrossFit trainer, questions the necessity of certifications for effective coaching, leading to a discussion with Pat and Adrian on the topic.
-Mark is a CrossFit trainer & his CFL1 is about to expire. -He coaches at a local gym a couple of times each month. -He loves coaching & wants to improve, but feels he cannot justify the cost of a CFL1 or CFL2. -Mark wants to know how someone should approach certifications vs continuing to learn & improve on one’s own time. -Pat & Adrian discuss this topic.
People in this episode
Hosts: Pat, Adrian
Guest: Mark
Topics covered
- coaching
- certifications
- fitness
- personal development
- CrossFit
Keywords
- certifications
- coaching
- CrossFit
- CFL1
- CFL2
- fitness
- personal improvement
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: CrossFit, CFL1, CFL2
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