Angelo Gingerelli brings 20 years of collegiate strength coaching wisdom to our first-ever guest episode, offering hard-earned lessons from his time at Seton Hall and beyond. He challenges the constant job-hopping in the industry, emphasizing the value of building roots, relationships, and revenue streams. We dive into early sport specialization, with Angelo dropping gems like, "Everybody wants to sell a single-arm dumbbell bench press on a physio ball to people who can't do push-ups yet." He shares how strength programs should be structured, the role of tech in training, and advice from his book The Next Four Years to help athletes transition to college sports. This episode is packed with insight for coaches, parents, and athletes alike.

Connect with Angelo:

@mr5thround

LinkedIn: Angelo Gingerelli

Book: The Next Four Years: Compete, Win & Thrive in College Sports

Three veteran strength coaches—Nathan Bañuelos, Nikki Georgeson, and Tony Pascolla.—pull back the curtain on the realities of the personal training industry, bringing decades of combined experience to a candid discussion about coaching practices, business development, and the future of the profession. We explore how the pandemic reshaped client expectations, debating whether virtual training is here to stay or if in-person coaching is making a comeback.

For aspiring trainers, their advice is brutally honest: expect little return in the first few years, as the path to success demands long hours, financial uncertainty, and a steep learning curve.

We also stress the importance of mentorship and maintaining an abundance mindset in an industry where many guard their client lists. Rather than competition, they advocate for collaboration, believing that referring clients to the right coach ultimately strengthens one’s reputation and network. Whether you're a fitness professional looking for guidance or someone curious about what goes on behind the scenes in personal training, this episode offers raw and insightful perspectives on the dedication, challenges, and human connections that define great coaching.

Subscribe for more conversations that go beyond sets and reps to explore the deeper side of strength.

Nikki Georgeson:

@ngeorgeson

linktr.ee/nikkiageorgeson

Nathan Bañuelos:

@nathanbanuelos_

linktr.ee/nathanbanuelos

Tony Pascolla:

@tony_primalfoundations

www.primalfoundations.com

Let's Talk Strength Youtube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@LetsTalkStrength

Unlock the secrets of strength training with insights from Nathan Bañuelos, Nikki Georgeson, and Tony Pascolla. Nathan shares updates on his new kettlebell classes in Chicago, Tony discusses reviving barbell and kettlebell workshops while working with high school strength programs, and Nikki, joining from Lisbon, highlights the power of minimalist training. Together, they emphasize mastering foundational movements—push, pull, and core—for sustainable progress. Discover how to build strength at home with simple exercises like cleans, presses, squats, and swings, and explore the balance of strength and endurance training, including the benefits of kettlebells and Zone 2 cardio. Plus, hear inspiring stories of Ironman and marathon training, and get updates on upcoming podcast episodes, coaching programs, and travel adventures. Tune in and take your training to the next level!

Nikki Georgeson:

@ngeorgeson

linktr.ee/nikkiageorgeson

Nathan Bañuelos:

@nathanbanuelos_

linktr.ee/nathanbanuelos

Tony Pascolla:

@tony_primalfoundations

www.primalfoundations.com