The Storm Fitness Academy Podcast

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Jon Bond BSc (Hons), MSc, PGCE, QTS

Welcome to The Storm Fitness Academy Podcast, the ultimate show for fitness enthusiasts, aspiring personal trainers, and coaches looking to build a thriving career in the industry. Hosted by Jon Bond—fitness educator, entrepreneur, and strength coach—this podcast dives deep into everything from training principles and business strategies to industry insights and real-world success stories. Each episode is packed with expert advice, no-nonsense discussions, and plenty of humour, making learning both engaging and actionable. Whether you're considering becoming a personal trainer, already qualified, or just passionate about fitness, this podcast will help you navigate the industry with confidence. Expect insp...

Episodes · 25

The £30 Personal Trainer Trap: Are You Charging Too Little?

Oct 19, 2026 · 13m

Sprint Training Tips from Olympian Toby Harries: What Personal Trainers Can Learn

Oct 12, 2026 · 13m

What Makes a Good Coach? With Boxing Coach Harry Radenhurst

Oct 5, 2026 · 41m

What Do Gym Owners Really Look for When Hiring a Personal Trainer? Chris Kraszewski Shares His View

Sep 28, 2026 · 41m

How to Be a Successful Personal Trainer: 8 Lessons From Matt Lambert’s 25-Year Fitness Career

Sep 21, 2026 · 31m

Career Change to Personal Training: Hugo’s Journey from Pharma to Fitness

Sep 14, 2026 · 48m

10 Jobs in the Fitness Industry: Which Fitness Career Is Right for You?

Sep 7, 2026 · 13m

How Do You Get Clients When Nobody Knows Who You Are?

Aug 31, 2026 · 11m

Why Sleep Might Be More Important Than Your Training Programme

Aug 24, 2026 · 12m

Why Walking Might Be the Most Underrated Exercise

Aug 17, 2026 · 11m

What’s the Minimum Effective Dose of Exercise?

Aug 10, 2026 · 17m

Thinking About Becoming a Personal Trainer? Your Questions Answered Before You Enrol

Aug 3, 2026 · 13m

How to Build a Personal Training Business That Fits Your Life: Esther’s Story

Jul 27, 2026 · 31m

What Should a Newly Qualified Personal Trainer Do in Their First 90 Days?

Jul 20, 2026 · 22m

You Can’t Out-Exercise a Bad Diet: How PTs Can Explain It Kindly

Jul 13, 2026 · 19m

How Positive Coaching Creates Better Results

Jul 6, 2026 · 26m

How to Stay Motivated as a Coach When Your Client Isn't

Jun 29, 2026 · 11m

Can You Build Muscle and Lose Fat at the Same Time?

Jun 22, 2026 · 14m

How Do Personal Trainers Get Their First Clients WITHOUT Social Media?

Jun 15, 2026 · 25m

Why is Progressive Overload Important?

Jun 8, 2026 · 8m

When Does Personal Training Stop Feeling Like a Side Hustle?

Jun 1, 2026 · 11m

How Fitness Changed My Life, From ADHD to MSc

May 25, 2026 · 7m

Do Personal Trainers Need Counselling Skills? What Qualifications Actually Help?

May 18, 2026 · 10m

What If I Try to Be a Personal Trainer and Fail?

May 11, 2026 · 15m

Is It Ever OK to Refer a Personal Training Client to Another Coach?

May 4, 2026 · 9m