The Solo Trainer

Helping personal trainers go from gym employee to independent business owner. Mom, former manager for 40+ trainers, and successful business owner.

I'm sharing with you everything you need to start, grow, and manage your own thriving business.

11/11/2025

Not everyone wants to chase clicks to build a training business. And honestly — you don’t need to.

In this live coaching session, Mimi — a new independent trainer serving seniors and individuals with disabilities — and I break down simple, real-world ways to find clients offline:

✅ Conversations with your current clients
✅ Workshops inside senior communities and local apartments
✅ Partnerships with PT clinics + neighborhood wellness providers
✅ Donating sessions for charity events
✅ Connecting with disability-awareness groups and community events
✅ One intentional outreach each day

It’s a straightforward path: show up where people already are, listen well, and offer help.

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11/09/2025

Some mistakes are tiny… until they pile up and slow your business down.

These five hit my time, earnings, and energy the most. Sharing them here so you can avoid the same traps and build momentum faster.

11/06/2025

When I left the gym, I was excited—then reality set in. I made mistakes that slowed my progress, drained my energy, and had me second-guessing myself.

In this quick clip, I’m sharing the biggest ones and how shifting from them helped me build a business with more freedom and purpose.

If you’re thinking about going independent or already started, this will help you move faster and feel more in control.

Comment if this hits home.

11/04/2025

✨ New Podcast Episode!

When I first went independent, I made 5 costly mistakes that drained my energy, limited my income, and messed up the freedom I was trying to create. Looking back, each mistake was totally avoidable—but only if I had known what to watch out for.

In this week’s episode, I’m sharing the 5 business mistakes I made so you don’t repeat them. If you want more time, better income, and a business that actually supports your life… you’ll want to hear this one.

🎧 Episode: 5 BIG Mistakes I Made in My Independent Training Business

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11/02/2025

Trainers don’t only burn out from doing too much. Sometimes the struggle comes from doing the same thing for too long.

Burnout feels like overwhelm, fatigue, and irritation.

Boredom feels flat—same routine, no spark, no challenge.

This clip breaks down the difference so you can spot where you are and start moving forward instead of spinning your wheels.

Comment if you’ve felt one (or both).

10/31/2025

We all say we want a “sustainable” personal training career — but most trainers never define what that means.

For some, it’s full client load and strong income.

For others, it’s more freedom, family time, hobbies, and breathing room.

Your success and happiness don’t have to match anyone else’s.

Watch this clip for a fresh perspective — and a reminder to build a business that gives you life instead of draining it.

10/26/2025

This has been one of the best courses I’ve ever taken - Core Mastery!

These Canadians are amazing and coming to the DC area next year for a workshop in February (ask me how you can come for free!) and courses (probably May and in the fall).

Thank you guys! I look forward to attending the other courses. See you next February for your workshop!

10/21/2025

✨ New Episode Drop!

If you became a trainer because you love helping people, but lately it feels more draining than fulfilling… this episode will hit home.

I sat down with my friend and business coach Jessica Maurer to talk about how to create a long-term personal training career that fuels you instead of burning you out.

We cover:

✅ The difference between burnout and boredom (and why it matters)
✅ How to protect your time and energy
✅ Simple systems that create consistency and freedom
✅ Mindset habits that rebuild confidence and joy

Jessica has 20+ years in the fitness industry and some real wisdom for trainers who want to make this a sustainable, rewarding career.

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09/25/2025

Nine years ago, I hit a breaking point—burned out, unhappy, and questioning if I even wanted to stay in personal training.

The wake-up call came during a hike with my family, when I realized I couldn’t keep living on the gym’s terms. That moment sparked a leap into self-employment that completely changed my career.

In this episode of The Solo Trainer Podcast, I open up about:

✅ The 3 main reasons I left the gym
✅ My journey as a solo trainer up to this point
✅ How going solo gave me back my passion for coaching

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the gym grind or wondered if independence is possible, I think my story will give you some hope—and some practical insight, too.

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09/11/2025

It’s here—Episode 1 of The Solo Trainer Podcast!

I’ve been sharing hints about this, and now it’s live.

In this first episode, I lay out what The Solo Trainer Podcast is all about, why I started it, and how it can support you as you build your independent training business.

If you’ve been considering stepping out on your own—or you’ve already started and want more clarity—this podcast is built for you. Each episode, I’ll bring practical strategies, stories from other trainers, and conversations that make the business side of training easier to manage.

This first episode is about you—your challenges, your goals, and how The Solo Trainer can help.

🎧 Watch on YouTube, or listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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After you listen, let me know what stood out. I’d love to hear what hits home for you.

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