8 episodes
Between Two Coaches Amanda Katz and Nick Klastava
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4.9 • 29 Ratings
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Join Between Two Coaches, a weekly podcast helping you enjoy the fitness world with a more human approach. Each episode, we’ll bring problems faced in the fitness community to the surface and share solutions on creating a more sustainable, balanced mindset around your training goals. Consider this podcast your “go-to” on all things fitness, from a loving, supportive, no BS lens.
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Amanda Takes on Brooklyn, Imposters Everywhere, Spring Energy Gels
In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss imposter syndrome in fitness. They talk about their recent week, including Coach Nick being sick and dealing with frogs and Coach Amanda's recent race at Brooklyn Half. They address a listener question about the importance of cadence in running and share a positive review. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Spring Energy gels and the discrepancy between the claimed and actual nutritional content. In this conversation, Amanda and Nick discuss imposter syndrome in fitness and running. They share their personal experiences with feeling like imposters and not belonging in certain athletic spaces. They emphasize the importance of acknowledging one's strengths and not comparing oneself to others. They also discuss the negative impact of imposter syndrome on mindset and performance, and how it can limit athletes from taking risks and fully participating in their chosen sport. They provide tips for overcoming imposter syndrome, such as participating in supportive communities, supporting oneself through positive self-talk, and not apologizing for one's abilities or limitations.
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(00:20) Our Week
(09:37) Listener Love and Review
(16:03) That's That B******t - Spring Energy Edition
(20:50) Imposter Syndrome Our Stories
(27:51)The Impact of Perfectionism and Disqualifying Statements
(33:44)Celebrating Every Start and Supporting Others
(36:14)Participating in Inclusive Fitness Communities
(39:08)Practicing Positive Self-Talk and Self-Advocacy
(46:41)Supporting and Uplifting Each Other in the Fitness Community
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Contact us:
Amanda - @amanda_katzz
Nick - @nklastava
https://buymeacoffee.com/betweentwocoaches
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Frogs, Tattoos, and Red/Green Flags of Coaching
In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss red and green flags when hiring coaches. They also talk about the role of coaching and why it's important to hire a coach or personal trainer. The discuss how coaching goes beyond just numbers in a log; it's about having a supportive cheerleader who understands your passion for running or fitness. They also address the harmful elitism and gatekeeping in the running community and emphasize the importance of inclusivity and support for all athletes. In this episode, Amanda and Nick discuss red flags and green flags of coaching. They highlight the importance of good communication, meeting athletes where they're at, and giving guidance based on facts and science. They also emphasize the need for coaches to admit when they don't know something and to be informed about eating disorders. The episode concludes with a reminder to coaches to support their athletes and create a network of trusted providers.
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(01:15) Real Life Talk aka Frogs, Tattoos and Boston
(13:51) Listener Love Q&A and Review
(21:04) Red Flags with Coaching
(26:14) Transformation and Growth: The Ultimate Goal of Coaching
(32:30) Listening to Athletes' Goals and Desires
(36:13) Trainers working outside their scope
(40:47) Bonus Red Flag
(42:59) Green Flags
(47:08) Admitting when you don't know
(51:57) Bonus Green Flag - Eating DIsordered Informed Coaching
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Contact us:
Amanda - @amanda_katzz
Nick - @nklastava
Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com -
Detaching from the numbers
In this episode, Amanda and Nick discuss their recent meet-up, listener questions, and the topic of disconnecting from numbers in the fitness world. They answer a question about their gym and run essentials, as well as what's in their post-race fuel bags.
They emphasize the importance of disconnecting from numbers and the negative effects of tying performance to metrics. They discuss the need to be present in your body and listen to its cues, as well as the dangers of pushing through sickness or injury to stay on track. They also address the harmful mindset of tying thinness to fitness and performance.
In this conversation, Nick and Amanda discuss the negative impact of being overly reliant on numbers and metrics in fitness. They explore the obsession with comparing oneself to past performances and others, the anxiety and stress that can arise from this dependence, and the importance of disconnecting from the numbers to improve confidence and listen to one's body.
They also highlight the benefits of detaching movement from metrics, such as improved mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. The conversation concludes with practical tips for reducing reliance on numbers and finding enjoyment in fitness without being fixated on metrics.
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(01:16) The Meet Up
(06:10) Listener Love
(13:14) Grievances and Frogs
(17:17) The Negative Impact of being overly reliant on numbers and metrics
(24:25) Why we should disconnect from numbers
(28:56) The detrimental effects of comparison culture in fitness
(31:51) The benefits from detaching movement from metrics
(34:36) Practical tips to reduce reliance on numbers
(45:23) The Power of Community
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Contact us:
Amanda - @amanda_katzz
Nick - @nklastava
Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com -
Things we've changed our minds about in coaching
In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss things they have changed their minds about as fitness professionals. They also address a recent controversy involving an influencer who bandited a race. Coach Nick talks about how his perspective on coaching has shifted from focusing solely on achieving results to helping athletes transform as individuals. Coach Amanda shares that she no longer believes in the phrase 'love what you do and never work a day in your life' and emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins and personal growth. In this conversation, Amanda and Nick discuss several themes related to their professional growth as coaches. They talk about the challenges of being a fitness professional, the importance of setting boundaries, the value of community, the need for simplicity in training, and the importance of knowing and asserting one's worth. They emphasize the need for coaches to prioritize their own well-being and not sacrifice it for the sake of work. Overall, the conversation highlights the evolution of their perspectives and the lessons they have learned throughout their coaching careers.
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(00:20) Introduction and Meeting Again in NYC
(02:20) Listener Love and Sharing Their Journeys
(07:52) Discussing the Controversy of Banditing a Race
(15:54) Changing Perspectives as Fitness Professionals
(23:13) Setting Boundaries for Work-Life Balance
(25:02) The Value of Building a Community
(32:34) Simplicity in Training: Focus on Fundamentals
(38:30) Knowing and Asserting Your Worth as a Coach
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Contact us:
Amanda - @amanda_katzz
Nick - @nklastava
Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com -
Normalized Disordered Behaviors in the Fitness Community
In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss normalized disordered behaviors in the fitness industry. They share the story of how they started the podcast and their friendship. Amanda goes on a grievance about a fitness trainer of a Celebrity you all know. Overall, the conversation aims to raise awareness about disordered behaviors in the fitness industry and promote a more balanced and sustainable approach to health and fitness.
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Chapters
(00:00) Introduction and Podcast Origin Story
(09:59) Airing Grievances: Promoting Disordered Behaviors
(27:58) The Thinness-Fitness Fallacy: Appearance vs. Fitness
(38:12) Challenging Societal Norms: Rethinking What It Means to Be an Athlete
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Contact us:
Amanda - @amanda_katzz
Nick - @nklastava
Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com -
Surprising Aspects of Our Fitness and Wellness Routines
In this episode, Coach Amanda and Coach Nick discuss surprising aspects of their fitness and wellness routines. They share their personal experiences and offer insights on topics such as not taking splits during workouts, and sticking to the same strength training routine. They also address the importance of communication and compatibility between coaches and athletes. Additionally, they express their grievances with the emphasis on running through injuries and the perception of toughness in the fitness community. In this conversation, Amanda and Nick discuss various aspects of fitness and running that they have different opinions on. They talk about the simplicity of exercise routines, the importance of rest days, their preferences for off days, their thoughts on cold plunges, their approaches to cooking and meal preparation, their feelings about race environments, and their experiences with group runs.
(00:00) Introduction and Coffee Mishap
(08:26) Grieving the Reckless Support of Running Through Injuries
(15:07) Surprising Aspects of Fitness and Wellness Routines
(31:48) Cooking: A Love-Hate Relationship
(41:25) Group Runs vs Group Workouts
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Contact us:
Amanda - @amanda_katzz
Nick - @nklastava
Email - betweentwocoaches@gmail.com
Customer Reviews
Positive
Nick and Amanda bring such a breath of fresh air to the running community and running podcast space. I enjoy their lighthearted humor and balanced perspectives on running. The fitness space can be incredibly toxic and elitist, and Nick and Amanda are the antitheses of that. I look forward to their podcast each week. It’s quickly become one of my favorites.
I’m Not That Susan!
I’m a 54-year-old runner, 9 time half marathoner who found this podcast and everything I’ve heard resonates with what I believe in, health vs. performance; you don’t have to do what everyone is doing; and goals are not linear. Thank you Coaches for validating the feelings of runners who are doing this sport for fun!!
The podcast we need from coaches who GET IT
I was already a mega Amanda Katz (aka Coach aka Bad-B-Bones Builder) but this podcast has taken my love to a whole other level. And expanded it to Nick Klastava, too!! I absolutely love their chemistry, and so appreciate the style with which they share their expertise. So many running or fitness-focused podcasts can feel either sterile and clinical, or elitist and condescending. I love that these two are so committed to meeting people where they’re at currently, and call out harmful b.s. in the fitness community that might fly under the radar. This was an automatic subscribe after just the first episode. Bravo!
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