The Skilled Coach Club Podcast
This podcast is for experienced coaches who want to turn their 121 coaching into a more scalable world-class programme - one they actually love running, are excited to grow, and want to become known for.
Hosted by Ella Whitcomb-Khan, each episode explores the strategies, mindset, and systems that help coaches grow a feel-good coaching business that:
→ Runs on an aligned delivery model that suits your dream life
→ Creates client experiences that boost retention and turn clients into raving fans
→ Gives you more freedom and fulfilment so running your business becomes enjoyable again (no more hustling your way to success)
If you know you’re a skilled coach - and want a coaching programme that feels more aligned, more scaleable, delivers standout results, and positions you as the go-to coach in your niche - this is for you.
Coaching programme --> Coaching World
Clients --> Raving Fans
I'll show you how to grow your business by focussing on your coaching world.
Episodes

Wednesday Aug 24, 2022
#17 Reframing Your Relationship With Wellness Using Behavior Analysis
Wednesday Aug 24, 2022
Wednesday Aug 24, 2022
Today i'm joined by Clint Evans, board certified Behaviour Analyst and founder of The Behaviour Chef @behaviorchef.
I loved chatting with Clint to discuss all things behaviour, nutrition and wellness!
In the episode we discussed:
- Habit based approach to nutrition and behaviour change
- Building up momentum instead of relying on motivation
- What not to look out for in a coach
- Behaviour Re-enforcement & Maintenance
- Developing Behavioural Skills
Find Clint here: https://www.behaviorchef.com/
https://www.instagram.com/behaviorchef/?hl=en
Find Me here: www.thefitnesspsych.com
https://www.instagram.com/thefitnesspsych_/
If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider giving us a review and sharing with someone else who may enjoy!
#Behavior #Behaviorchange #Behavioralscience #behavioralanalysis #wellness #health

Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
#16 Taking A Holistic Approach To Health w/ Dr Emilia Thompson
Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
Delighted to be joined by @emiliathompsonphd in this episode! Registered nutritionist, Founder of ETPHD nutrition company and Co-Founder of EIQNutrition Education company. I loved this episode, we discussed:
The ETPHD method
Recognising disordered eating behaviours
Emotional regulation and eating
Mindfulness
Doing the inner work and developing self-awareness
Listener questions
Find Emilia here: https://instagram.com/emiliathompsonphd_/
Find me here:
https://www.instagram.com/thefitnesspsych_/
If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider giving us a review and sharing with someone else who may enjoy!
#health #nutrition #etphd #emotionaleating #disorderedeating #mindfulness #values

Wednesday Jul 13, 2022
#15 How To Optimise Movement With Efficient Breathing
Wednesday Jul 13, 2022
Wednesday Jul 13, 2022
In the episode I'm joined by Ian Davis, A Strength and Conditioning Coach and Higher Education Lecturer in Plymouth. He is an Animal Flow Instructor and Co-Founder of ROOTS Health & Performance - new training company which introduces people, or reconnects people with the underlying foundations which promote health and performance.
- The breathing system explained
- The relationship between breathing and movement efficiency
- Managing anxiety directly through breathing
- What is efficient movement?
- Relationship between breathing and efficient movement
- Anxiety, Attention, and breathing
- How to breath correctly
If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider giving us a review and sharing with someone else you may enjoy!
#psychology #movement #breathwork #anxiety #sport #fitness #exercise #health #animalflow #oxygen

Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Girls’ Experiences and Barriers To Physical Activity w/ Emma Cowley PhD
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
I am joined by @emmacowley44 who has recently completed her PhD at LJMU. Her PhD involved designing and delivering a remote physical intervention to teenage girls (@HERizonproj), that was informed by psychology and behaviour change techniques.
In this episode we chat about:
Girls' barriers to physical activity
Feminine ideals and fitness
Scope of practice / Referral pathways
Importance of female role models
Female focussed research in sport science
I enjoyed this episode and hope you guys find it interesting too!

Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
#13 Mistakes Coaches Make When Selling
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
In this episode I'm joined by @stu_fitprosales to chat about all things selling! Very different to the typical episode but I think fitness professionals are going to find this one useful!
We cover:
- Common mistakes coaches make when selling
- Features vs Benefits
- Handling objections
- 1-1 and Group offers
- Should you display your prices
And so much more!!
If you guys enjoy this episode please consider leaving a review and sharing on social media. This is a great way for more people to discover the podcast!
#sales #fitpros #selling #onlinecoaching #money #nutrition #fitness #business #marketing #fitnesscoaching #psychology #leadgen #coaches #fitnessbusiness

Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
#12 What Drives Behaviour Change? with Dr A’Naja Newsome
Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
Today I am joined by @anajanewsomephd, #exercise scientist, educator, entrepreneur, weight lifting coach and so much more!! Was my pleasure to welcome her on the show and we had a great conversation where we spoke about:
- What drives behaviour change?- What the process of change looks like- Setting realistic goals with clients - Coach-client relationship - Speaking the client’s language- The Importance of enjoyable exercise experiences- Psychological flexibility
We did a lot of geeking out in the episode and I hope you guys enjoy. If you'd like to get in contact with A'Naja or see more of what she is up to, check her out on #instagram:
@anajanewsomephd
@optimizestrength
Tag me on social media @thefitnesspsych_ if you give this episode a listen and consider sharing with someone that you think will enjoy it!
#psychology #exercise #behaviourchange #fitness #weightlifting #weightloss #strength #florida #usa #professor #goalsetting #exercisescience #nutrition #selfefficacy

Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
#11 Navigating the Wild Wild West (The Fitness Industry)
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
So excited to be back for Season Two of The Fitness Psych Podcast, where we are joined by more awesome guests!
In this episode, @the.dan.osman and I chat about our experiences navigating the fitness industry. Loved this chat and think you guys are gonna enjoy it too. We cover:- The Art Of Coaching
- Navigating Instagram
- Instagram vs Reality
- How much is enough?- What does success look like to you?- Male Self-Care
- Personal Responsibility
Let us know your thoughts and tag me @thefitnesspsych_ !!

Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
#10 Motivational Interviewing For Fitness Professionals
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
In this episode, I was joined by Hugh Gilmore of Podium Psychology. He has a decade of consulting experience in elite environments, ranging from working with multiple Team GB sports including medalists from Rio and Tokyo, from British Weightlifting and British Athletics, along with supporting other world champions in non olympic sports.He is trainer in Motivational Interviewing and a Rational Emotive Behaviour Psychotherapist having trained at the Albert Ellis Institute In New York as well as being BASES accredited Performance Psychologist with the English Institute of Sport.
This was a great episode to finish off season 1, I think you guys are going to love it! We covered:
- What is Motivational Interviewing and Why Is It Useful?
- Moving through ambivalence
- Skills of MI
- The downside of praise [~28:00]
- How to give advice to clients
- Managing client "excuses" [~49:00]
- Is client success your responsibility? [~57:00]
If you want to connect or learn more from Hugh:
PodiumPsychology@gmail.com
Insta @hughjohngilmore
Youtube: Podium Psychology
#motivationalinterviewing #behaviourchange #fitness #psychology #onlinecoaching

Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
#9 Imagery And Mental Skills for Behaviour Change w/ Dr Jon Rhodes
Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
In this episode I'm joined by Dr Jon Rhodes (@rhodespsych) to chat about all things imagery and beyond!
What is imagery and why is it important in behaviour change?
Navigating conflicting values [~17:00]
How beliefs can impact our behaviour [~20:00]
Automatic and reflective approaches [~24:00]
Live guided imagery example [~30:00]
Shifting internal states through imagery [~38:00]
Helpful thinking for motivation [~48:00]
When to push harder or stop [~52:00]
If you're enjoying the podcast please consider leaving a rating and review or sharing with someone else who you think would enjoy it!!
Website: www.imagerycoaching.com
Twitter: @RhodesPsych

Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
#8 Working On Client Body Image
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
In this episode, I am joined by @shannonbeer_ - a coach who helps people be confident in their bodies, take care of their health and get the most out of life.
In collaboration with Gabrielle Fundaro, PhD, Shannon has developed Comprehensive Coaching, an iterative framework exploring the intersections of health, wellness, fitness, food and psychology. In addition to her health coaching practice, Shannon mentors other coaches who are seeking to make a more meaningful impact in their clients’ lives.
In this episode we cover:
- The importance of addressing client body image
- Stable vs Unstable Self Worth
- Working on yourself as a catalyst for improvements in other areas of life
- What supporting client body image looks like in coaching
- Subjective measures of success [41:00]
- Importance of supervision as a coach [53:00]
- How to know if a coach is right for you [58:00]
@shannonbeer_
https://www.shannonlbeer.com/


