Have you ever wondered what it's really like to work as a holistic coach? Can you build a career helping people improve their health without becoming a doctor, physical therapist, or personal trainer? In this episode of Time We Discuss, I sit down with holistic coach Fernando Alvarez May to explore a profession that combines strength training, corrective exercise, lifestyle coaching, and wellness into one unique career. Fernando explains how he helps clients improve their movement, reduce pain, sleep better, manage stress, and build healthier lives through personalized coaching. We discuss how he transitioned from a background in kinesiology and athletics into owning his own coaching business, why mentorship has been more valuable than traditional education, and how he attracts clients primarily through referrals and local SEO instead of social media. If you're considering a career in health and wellness, fitness, coaching, or entrepreneurship, this episode provides an honest look at the rewards and challenges of building a business centered around helping people feel their best. In this episode, you'll learn: What a holistic coach actually doesHow corrective exercise differs from traditional personal trainingThe education and certifications that can help you get startedWhy continuing education and mentorship are so importantHow holistic coaches find and retain clientsWhether you need a college degree to succeedTypical work schedules and flexibilityWhat it's like running your own coaching businessSalary expectations for holistic coachesThe best and most challenging parts of the professionWhether you're exploring a new career, thinking about starting your own coaching business, or simply curious about holistic health, Fernando shares practical advice and real world experiences that can help you decide if this career is right for you. If you enjoy learning what it's really like to work in different professions, be sure to subscribe for more conversations with professionals from a wide variety of careers. Guest: Fernando Alvarez May ===== Timestamp:0:00 - Intro0:26 - What does a holistic coach do?1:23 - How to start a health coaching business2:36 - The best way to get new clients3:26 - The best form of advertising for a wellness business4:19 - Client onboarding6:36 - Client duration with the business7:42 - Health coaching business, virtual vs. in person8:25 - What kind of education is needed for a holistic health coach?10:57 - Finding physical space for holistic health coach12:08 - License, medical professionals, and accepting insurance15:05 - Hidden perks for a wellness coach15:54 - A typical schedule16:42 - Learning the business19:05 - Why this is the best job20:50 - Why this is the worst job22:31 - Liability insurance requirements22:46 - What's after a holistic coach career?24:09 - Skills for entering the coaching business25:05 - How important is a college education for this field?25:59 - Fernando Alvarex-May has the floor.27:02 - Highlights from the episode29:10 - Salary information29:46 - Outro ===== Guest Information: Fernando Alvarez-May Separation Szn Athletics WebsiteAlso Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode: Holistic Health PractitionerBecome a Podcaster | Starting a Podcast in 2025, is it Worth it?Becoming a Mentor with Doug LawrenceProfessional Violinist Career: Salary, Education, What It's Really LikeADHD Coach Career Guide: Salary, Skills, Education, and What the Job Is Really Like Career===== Time We Discuss Links: Official Website: Time We Discuss WebsiteOriginal Music: Original Music furnished by Dan SwiftYouTube: Time We Discuss on YouTubeSpotify: Time We Discuss on SpotifyApple Podcasts: Time We Discuss on Apple PodcastsMore Podcast Platforms: Time We Discuss Podcast on Other PlatformsTwitter/X: Time We Discuss on Twitter/XBluesky: Time We Discuss on BlueskyInstagram: Time We Discuss on InstagramThreads: Time We Discuss on Threads
