Behavior & Performance Research

In this episode, we'll take the tangled and convoluted world of #bodyimage and create clarity and order we all need. We'll also talk about #coaching through body image and what's the most important questions and actions to take for your clients. This video is a must-watch and Britt brings a perspective that everyone can benefit from! It'll break things down and offer a perspective seldom heard. #BPRpodcast #healthcoach Watch the episode on YouTube -

In this episode, we discuss Mindset Tools, their importance, and how using them as a coach will bring your career to the next level! We'll also talk about #journaling – why it's NOT what you think, and how to do it in a way that will help you elevate your thinking and how you approach your clients. This video is a must-watch and can benefit everyone! It'll teach you the basics of coaching, and help you create a successful mindset. Follow us on

n this podcast, "Why I Pivoted From Fitness to Health". Spencer and Chance unpack the differences between a HEALTH COACH versus a FITNESS COACH. They discuss different aspects of the #health and #fitness coaching industry, why Spencer pivoted to health coaching and valuable information backed by 15+ years of experience to help you be a successful coach early on in your career! If you're interested in becoming a health or fitness coach, this podcast is for you! Subscribe for more

This week’s episode entitled “how to dissect disordered eating” is led by Marcela Arias Bruce, the Director of Coaching at Behavior & Performance Research. Marcela is an accomplished athlete, seasoned coach, and overall rad human being. While the topic isn't what you would consider an "easy topic", we think you'll appreciate the perspective and information. Topics 0:00 Mar's Story 12:00 Dissecting Disordered Eating 18:00 Navigating the two avatars of nutrition 24:00

In this episode, Spencer teams up with Chad Kackert, Director of Program Design at Behavior and Performance Research. Chad is a former professional football player and holds the distinguished title of “Grey Cup MVP”. This first discussion of many on the topic of “buy-in” and member adherence, they break down: Why purpose and identity are so crucial to behavior modification The Siamese twin of purpose and why it’s so often overlooked How to create high stakes using an ancient Japanese word and

In this second episode of the BPR podcast, Spencer breaks down why you could be the best group class coach in the world but STILL fall short of providing what your clients need. He gets into: Ways that we all might maintain the group atmosphere yet provide the premeditated customization that so many of us need. The difference between scaling and customization The how-to’s - ways you might immediately implement to more thorough and potent solutions Watch the episodes on Youtube

In this inaugural episode, Spencer Nix asks, "What’s the point of all this exercise?" Spencer is the owner and "chief researcher" at Behavior & Performance Research - a private gym located in Dallas Texas that has operated since 2008. Spencer holds an advanced degree in neuroscience and applied cognition, has traveled the country coaching coaches for over 10 years & is here to share how we might bring together the worlds of psychology and biology under one roof. In this