The Fitness Pro Journey is the go-to weekly podcast for personal trainers, health coaches, and fitness professionals ready to start or grow a profitable online coaching business—without the fluff, burnout, or bro-marketing tactics. Hosted by Ria, a former Fit Pro turned business mentor with over 22 years in the fitness industry—from club program manager to trade show organizer—this show is packed with no-BS advice, industry insight, and real talk from someone who’s done it all. Since launching her coaching business in 2018 (and going full-time in 2020), she’s helped hundreds of Fit Pros build sustainable, client-attracting businesses online. Each episode delivers raw, actionable strategies to help you launch your first offer, attract your dream clients, show up confidently online, and build a business that actually fits your life—with a little humor and tough love along the way. Whether you’re brand new to online coaching or ready to scale your existing fitness business, The Fitness Pro Journey will help you ditch self-doubt and unlock your full potential. Tune in every week and take the next step in building the coaching business you’ve been dreaming of. Connect > IG @_ria_z Connect > TikTok > @riazfitbizcoach Connect > admin@riazervos.com
Over the past two weeks I sat down for several Coffee Chats with fitness and health coaches who are building their online businesses.
Different people. Different stages. But the same themes kept showing up.
In this episode, I’m sharing the biggest takeaways from those conversations — from feeling like you’re doing everything but nothing is moving… to why more content isn’t always the answer.
If you’re an online coach trying to grow...
In this episode, I share the story that started my 22+ year career in fitness. What began as a 5th grade decision to change how I saw myself turned into a lifelong passion for movement, coaching, and helping others build confidence. I also talk about how those early lessons shaped the way I help fitness professionals grow their businesses today.
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Starting an online coaching business feels exciting at first. You’re posting, sharing your ideas, and imagining all the people you’re going to help.
But then the crickets show up.
Your posts get a few likes… maybe your mom comments… but no one is actually asking how to work with you.
In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many fitness coaches and health coaches struggle when starting an online coaching business, and the biggest ...
Are you doing all the things in your online fitness business… but nothing is clicking?
If you’re posting consistently, trying every strategy, tweaking your niche, and still not signing clients — this episode is your wake-up call.
In today’s conversation, I break down why being busy isn’t the same as being effective, how unclear offers and vague messaging kill sales, and why conversations matter more than content when you’re buildin...
You’re not just a fitness coach — and your business should reflect that.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the real role of a Fit Pro and Health Coach in today’s industry. Coaching isn’t just about workouts, meal plans, or macros. It’s about behavior change, mindset, stress management, confidence, and identity transformation.
If you’re building an online fitness coaching business and struggling to stand out, this conversation will...
For the first time in three years, I missed a podcast episode — and I didn’t panic.
In this episode, I’m sharing what happened and the bigger lesson for online fitness coaches who feel pressure to post on social media 24/7.
If your online coaching business only works when you never miss a post, it’s fragile. We’ll talk about building a sustainable fitness business rooted in conversations and relationships — not constant content.
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The Dirty Little Secret in Fitness: Self-Doubt & Showing Up Online
Many fitness professionals look confident on the outside — but behind the scenes, self-doubt quietly holds them back from showing up online.
In this episode, I sit down with Katie Pulsifer, a life coach who helps high-achieving individuals build self-trust and clarity, to talk about the real reason so many fitness pros struggle online — and it’s not lack of skil...
January is full of hype — but February is when real life sets in.
In this episode, I share why February is actually the most important month for fitness professionals and health coaches. After the holiday chaos and “new year, new me” pressure wears off, this is when people realize they need support — not another free plan.
I also share part of my own journey in the fitness industry, how burnout taught me the power of support, and w...
In this episode, I break down what’s new in 2026 for growing a Fit Pro or health coaching business online — and why posting more, being everywhere, and chasing the algorithm is no longer the answer.
You’ll learn the biggest shifts happening in online business growth this year, including why belonging beats broadcasting, how intentional content outperforms constant posting, and why real conversations are now the fastest path to clie...
Have you ever created a business plan that looked perfect on paper… but felt completely wrong once the year actually started?
In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of what came up while helping clients plan their 2026 life and business— and why I had to stop and re-plan my own year in a very different way.
This isn’t about hustling harder, setting bigger numbers, or copying what everyone else is doing online.
It’s about...
If you’re a fitness professional or health coach who’s tired of chasing the algorithm, posting every day, and still not signing clients—this episode is for you.
In this episode, business coach Ria shares exactly what she’s focusing on in 2026 to build a profitable coaching business offline, and how she’s teaching fitness pros to grow through relationships instead of social media burnout.
You’ll learn how to stop relying on content ...
Starting an online coaching business in 2026 doesn’t require more hustle, more content, or more overwhelm.
In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what I would focus on if I were starting my online fitness or health coaching business today — knowing what I know now after years in the industry.
If you’re a fitness professional or health coach who wants to build an online business without being glued to social media 24/7, this epis...
In this mid-December episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my own “December Slow-Down” — the intentional pause I take every year to reflect, reset, and plan for what’s ahead. I’ll walk you through the simple routines and questions that help me close out the year with clarity (not pressure), and the exact steps I take now so January doesn’t feel chaotic. If you’re an online health or fitness coach...
In this raw and honest episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of the last three years of my business — the failures, the lessons, and the truth most coaches never talk about.
From systems that broke… To offers that didn’t land… To trusting the wrong strategies… To rebuilding everything from the ground up…
I’m sharing what actually happened, what I learned the hard way, and how these experiences shaped the direction of my bu...
Tired of feeling like you have to post nonstop to grow your coaching business? In this episode, Ria shares simple micro habits that help online health and fitness coaches build real relationships, attract clients offline, and grow their business without relying on social media.
Learn how small daily actions can lead to big results through connection, confidence, and consiste...
It’s Thanksgiving week, and your inbox is full of flash sales and countdown timers—but should you be launching an offer? In this episode, Ria shares when it makes sense for online health and fitness coaches to jump into a Black Friday promotion and when to hold back. Learn how gratitude, offline connections, and intentional strategy can set you up for a powerful start to 2026.
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Tired of pouring hours into Instagram with little to show for it? In this episode, Ria breaks down how online fitness coaches can attract dream clients offline — without posting every day. You’ll learn where to find your ideal clients in real life, how to start genuine conversations that don’t feel salesy, and the simple networking strategy that helped her clients sign high-ticket clients before they ev...
You don’t need to post more — you need to connect more. In this episode, Ria shares what she’s been saying for years (and what big business influencers are finally catching on to): it’s not about the numbers, it’s about the people already in your world. If you’re a Health & Fitness Coach ready to grow your online business through real conversations — not constant posting — this one’s for you.
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Feeling disconnected from your business lately? You’re not alone. After weeks of talking about burnout and wanting to quit social media, this episode will help you reignite the spark that got you started in the first place.
In today’s episode, Ria shares how to rebuild your relationship with your business — one connection, one conversation, and one small step at a time. You’ll learn how to simplify what you do, reconnect to your “w...
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