Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit
Episodes
352 Group Fitness Panel with the FBP Fanatics
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Group Fitness Professionals Ellen de Werd, Rebecca Pinto and Shannon Fable take to discussion about the future of group fitness and what the industry ...
351 Frank Ancharski: Creating a little L.I.P. Service (Leadership, Inspiration and People Management)
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Frank is passionate about creating a little L.I.P. Service, that is, Leadership, Inspiration and People Management. That servant leader mindset is...
350 Simon Bungate: Making Kids Programming Profitable
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for a creative way to bring residual income into your gym, group fitness or personal training program? Youth fitness is quickly growing as one...
349: Integrating Digital Data with Jeffrey Kazmucha
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show we welcome Jeffrey Kazmucha. Jeffrey is the founder of AMP Venture Partners. We dive into a number of hot topics including digital i...
348 The Future of Medical Fitness with Lisa Dougherty
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa stresses the importance of integrating medical fitness into the fitness community. Personal trainers should take the opportunity to add to th...
347 The Value Proposition for Creating Unique Spaces
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been considering remodelling your health club or are you ready to begin construction on your new health club? Do you have an in-club design i...
346: The Power of Neuroscience in Getting Results with Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nathalie brings her positive mindset skills to the Fitness Business Podcast. She shares her 2 step process on how to change your language and begi...
345 Daily Actions That Impact Your Daily Personal Training Business wKevin Mullins
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Mullins is the author of a unique calendar style book entitled, Day by Day: The Personal Trainer's Blueprint to Achieving Ultimate Success. Th...
344 Annette Franz: Putting the Customer Into the Customer Experience
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Annette gives her professional advice on how to improve a club's ability to connect with the customer and provide a customer exper...
343 Luke Symonds: Organic Marketing for the Fitness Professional
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Organic marketing is the base for all fitness marketing in this day and age. Luke preaches consistency and making sure your content speaks to your...
342 The Value Proposition for Meeting Members Where They Are with ASF Payment Solutions & Club OS
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder if you're using your software systems to the fullest extent? Are you confident in the quality of data you're receiving from your cu...
341 Brittney Welk: How Automating Staff Training Transforms Your Business
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Brittany talks about automating processes and getting them to the point where you, the owner or general manager, can step away from...
340 Nick Parker: Marketing Your Fitness Business
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Nick answers top marketing questions to help owners promote their businesses for 2021. Listen to Nick's top advice for optimal advert...
339 Your Ultimate Guide to Podcasting
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode: Key data around podcasting, Tips for getting started, How to reach more people with your podcast, How to monetize your podcast. ...
338 Building your brand through community with Debra Strougo
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Debra walks us through the path that Row House has taken to ensure consistency within its brand. Keeping an "ear to the ground" is th...
337 Mohit Rajhans: Is Content King or Connection?
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mohit Rajhans, co-founder of Think Start Inc. He has worked with most of Canada's top media organizations, with a focus on major brands. Mohit's s...
336 The Value Proposition for Networked Fitness with Precor
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a facility operator who is hesitant to adopt networked fitness solutions – this is just the episode for you! We explore Precor's networked...
335 Rebranding a Business with Krishea Holloway
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Krishea Holloway started her career with Curves NA, Inc. at the age of 21, opening her first Curves franchise in 1997. Her franchise quickly became...
334 Who is Leading Your Team Through a Crisis with Adam Sedlack
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Sedlack, President of UFC Gyms, is an experienced fitness veteran with a demonstrated history of excelling in the health wellness and fitness ind...
333 How to Pivot your Business in 2021 with Brent Darden
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brent Darden is IHRSA's interim president and CEO. He earned his master's degree in exercise science from Baylor University and began his career as a ...
332 Thinking Ahead: Exercise Is Medicine With Dr Bob Sallis
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The medical industry is ready for the fitness industry but is the fitness industry ready to look after who they send to us? This is the question tha...
The Benefits of Profiling People with Bo Hanson
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bo Hanson's career within the sport and the business sector spans over 20 years, delivering leadership, management and coach development. In addition ...
330 The Value Proposition for Going Digital with Intelivideo
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been considering going digital and adding an on-demand and live streaming workout platform to your fitness business? Are you looking to compe...
329 The Power and Place of Role Play with Ben Ludwig
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Ludwig currently serves as the Growth pastor for CrosspointNow network of churches across Kansas, acts as the Subject Matter Expert in Sales for F...
328 Increase Profit By Decreasing Expenses with Josh Fox
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Fox is the founder and CEO of Bottom Line Concepts. He has grown the company over the past decade and is proud to have achieved over 300 Million ...
327 Five Laws That Will Bring You Both Personal Effectiveness and Professional Success
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bob Burg is the author of a number of books on sales, marketing and influence, with total book sales approaching two million copies. Bob is an advocat...
326 Emma Barry: 2021, The Year To Rebuild Fitness Boutiques
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As founding member of group fitness juggernaut Les Mills International and previous Director of Group Fitness Programming for luxury-lifestyle brand E...
325 The Value Proposition for Making Fitness Accessible with Trainerize
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 325 of the Fitness Business Podcast, we're going to be learning the Value Proposition for Making Fitness Accessible – we'll be speaking w...
324 Rebuild Your Sales and Marketing in 2021 with Alan Leach
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Leach currently serves as CEO, sales trainer, and director of sales and marketing for the West Wood Club, based in Dublin, Ireland. He uses his 3...
323 Preparing Legally For The New Normal in 2021
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel Brenke, a multi-faceted entrepreneur who has created businesses from the ground-up that support the life she wants to lead. As a cancer survivo...
322 Generating Leads Using Video on LinkedIn with Viveka von Rosen
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Viveka von Rosen is Cofounder of Vengreso, the largest provider of full spectrum Modern Digital Sales transformation solutions. Known as the @LinkedIn...
321 The Financial Steps to Boost your Profit with the Fitness CPA, Eric Killian
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Eric is a 2nd generation CPA firm owner and the founder of The Fitness CPA. From 2014 to 2017 Eric was the CFO and a board member of a national fitnes...
320 - Introducing Team Rockstar Fit with special guest, Trina Gray
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Team Rockstar Fit was founded in 2008 by Trina Gray, a passionate leader in fitness, recognized worldwide. She's the IDEA Leader of the Year, CEO Aw...
319 How to promote diversity in your workplace
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A former student-athlete and a 2x Miami University graduate, Bre Robinson currently serves as the Assistant Athletic Director for Leadership & Divers...
318 The Value Proposition for Raising the Bar with Eleiko
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To be the best, you must train with the best products. When you purchase an Eleiko barbell, you're purchasing a premium, best-in-class product that wi...
317 How To Never Have A Bad Hire, Again!
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Barry's true passion is getting to know people on a deep level, developing trust, and ingratiating that into long term personal and business relations...
316: How to build trust within a team with Al Amador
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Al Amador is a Principal Consultant for The Table Group and the founder and president of Amador Consulting. Al brings extensive experience from the in...
315 Moving Forward: Successful Large Group Personal Training with Lori Patterson
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Patterson, US Army Veteran, 36 year veteran of the fitness industry and mom of three is the CEO of VicteliB and the creator of the nation wide, g...
314 Thinking Ahead with Lindsey Leemis
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lindsey Leemis is CRM & Technology Consultant for the Fitness Industry. Her focus is around membership sales, marketing & member experience. CRM stand...
313 The Future of Boutique Fitness with Andrea Isabelle Lucas
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Isabelle Lucas is the owner and CEO of Barre and Soul Boutique Studios in the New England Area, she's authored a book entitled Own It All and s...
312 A New Leadership Model with Grant Gamble
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Grant Gamble is a best-selling Mindful Leadership Author of "The Affinity Principle", Business Strategist and Speaker who has worked with hundreds of ...
311 The Value Proposition for Promoting Recovery In Your Health Clubs
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With its 30-year history, HydroMassage may be more impactful today than ever before! The latest HydroMassage model, the Lounge – offers a VIP, luxur...
310 Frances Mikuriya: Designing a fitness facility that WOWS members
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry (UK, US), Dr. Frances H. Mikuriya is the founder of Body Machine Performance Studio™ and Sp...
309 Derek Deprey: Becoming a Stronger Leader through Self- Leadership
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Derek turns task-driven managers and owners into people-focused leaders. More specifically, he helps busy managers discover who they are, decide where...
308 Leading a Profitable Fitness Studio with Sherri McMillan
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sherri McMillan, M.Sc. has been inspiring the world to adopt a fitness lifestyle for 30 years and has received numerous industry awards including 2010...
307 Sara Kooperman: Tips for Live Streaming Your Group Fitness Classes
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sara Kooperman, CEO of SCW Fitness Education and WATERinMOTION®, is a visionary leader that has transformed the fitness education community. A succes...
306 The Value Proposition for Health Technology in Health Clubs with Power Plate
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Value Proposition is where Sarah Pellegrino chats with an industry supplier to find out the value they bring to their customers and the industry. ...
305 Club Challenges That Build Retention and Culture with Mark Capelin
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mark has owned Fitness businesses since 2004 and he loves all things fitness and all things business. Sure, he has made plenty of mistakes, but he als...
304 Making Introverts Welcome in Your Club
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joanna Rawbone is a lifelong learner filled with curiosity, the prospect of possibility, and gratitude. She is the founder of Scintillo Ltd., where he...
303 The Sales Makeover that Creates Cashflow with Steve Jensen
06 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What the new sales process should look like and what skills will salespeople need to adapt to this new process? Business operations: a) How to comple...
302 Improve Member Engagement With Your Social Media Posts
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Shelley Melville, owner of Anytime Fitness in Australia, seems to have found the secret sauce to getting her members to engage in her social media po...
301 Jarron Aizen Creating a hybrid physical and digital experience for your members
30 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jarron Aizen is the Founder and CEO of OneFitStop. Jarron is an entrepreneur immersed in the health and fitness industry with a passion to leverage ...
300 Five Steps to Simplify Leadership with Luke Carlson
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Carlson is the founder and CEO of Discover Strength based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. Discover Strength's five personal training studios are...
299 Building Trust in your Brand for your Community and Staff
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In 2007, having finished his Marketing Degree at the University of Hawaii, Peter Thew was moved to Bali to take on the regional Marketing Manager Role...
298 The Value Proposition Featuring REX Roundtables
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
CEO of REX Roundtables, Eddie Tock joins host Sarah Pellegrino with 3 REX Members to discuss the value of this most unique business coaching program. ...
297 The Changing Environment of Group Fitness with Ingrid Knight-Cohee
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ingrid Knight-Cohee has over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry and is a sought-after presenter and consultant. She contributes to individ...
296 Adrian Antigua Tips for Creating a Successful Club Culture
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Adrian Antigua is the GM and sales manager for Gainesville Health & Fitness, which includes a 75,000-square-foot club with more than 28,000 members. G...
295 Lisa Simone Richards What is Newsjacking in the Fitness Industry?
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Simone Richards is a publicist for fitness business owners who want to build their authority to grow their business. Lisa Simone helps her client...
294 Simon Flint Strategies for Creating a Coaching Culture in Your Business
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Simon Flint is CEO of Evolution Wellness, which owns and operates Asia's largest network of wholly-owned fitness clubs. A 27-year veteran in the Asia...
293 How to build member relationships for long-term success with Robbie Kellman Baxter
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Robbie Kellman Baxter is a bestselling author, speaker, and consultant with more than twenty years of experience providing strategic business advice t...
292 David Meerman Scott - How to Develop Fans in Your Fitness Business
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
David Meerman Scott spotted the real-time marketing revolution in its infancy and wrote five books about it including The New Rules of Marketing and P...
291 David Vobora - The Road to Building the Adaptive Training Foundation
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In January of 2014, David Vobora, a 5-year veteran of the NFL, met US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee. David opened up his perso...
290 In The Trenches with Jose Teixeira and Kristen Davis
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of today's episode you will hear from Jose Teixeira, the Head of Customer Experience at SC Fitness in Portugal, then in part two, we speak...
289 In The Trenches with Rich Hutson and Christina Sjahli
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of today's episode you will hear from Rich Hutson, the Business Development Manager for Evolution Wellness and Rich joins us to share 5 Ti...
288 Mastermind Panel 2 for COVID-19 Planning
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the second edition of our COVID19 Mastermind panel. In this broadcast, our expert panel covers: 1. An update about the COVID19 landscape in th...
287 In The Trenches with Kari Saitowitz and Drew Campbell
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of today's episode you will hear from Kari Saitowitz, the Founder + CEO of Fhitting Room in New York City. Kari shares what it is like to ...
286 In The Trenches with Matt Wright and Lindsay Bollinger
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of today's episode you will hear from Matt Wright, he is the Vice President of Personal Training and Programming at City Fitness and he jo...
285 In The Trenches with Jason Stowell and Terry Hawkins
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of today's episode you will hear from Jason Stowell, he is the fitness and membership consultant to JCC's of America and has created a 3 s...
284 In The Trenches with Club Owners During Covid 19 - Chris and Lachlan
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of today's episode you will hear from the owner of Field and Function, Chris Lilley about how they are providing live virtual classes and ...
283 In the Trenches with the Founder of Spartan, Joe De Sena
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joe De Sena Founder and CEO of Spartan, the world's largest obstacle race and endurance brand – has demonstrated his entrepreneurial drive since his...
282 Mastermind Panel for COVID-19 Planning
22 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Mastermind Panel Solving The Covid-19 Challenges You Are Facing. Our panel of experts understand the pain you are currently in with compulsory clo...
281 Darren Jacobson on Best Practices in Group Exercise Management
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Darren Jacobson is the Senior Vice President of Instructor Programming for Zumba Fitness LLC based in Miami. He holds a bachelors degree in Human M...
280 The $1 A Day Facebook Ad Strategy with Dennis Yu
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dennis Yu is the Chief Executive Officer of BlitzMetrics, a digital marketing company which partners with schools to train young adults. Dennis's prog...
279 Scott Stratten Understanding The Age of Disruption
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Stratten, is the President of Un-Marketing. Scott is a Disruptive and UN-traditional Sales, Marketing, Branding & Relationship Expert. As the pr...
278 The Seven Pillars of Predictable Sales Success with Jason Stowell
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Stowell is the Health & Wellness Consultant to JCC's of America. With over twenty-four years of experience, Jason has sold over 18,000 individ...
277 Bill Flynn - why few companies survive, fewer flourish but most of them fail
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Flynn has more than thirty years of experience working for, and advising, hundreds of companies, including startups, where he has a long track re...
276 Business Success in 2020 with the CEO of Crunch Franchising, Ben Midgley
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Midgley is the Chief Executive Officer & Founding Partner Crunch Franchising, Ben is a 27 year veteran of the fitness industry and the only person...
275 Financial Success in 2020 with Robert Jackson
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Robert Jackson is a Bay Area native, Founder and CEO of Forma Gym, a Club Industry top 100 club, and is the creator of Fitness BI. Serving more than 1...
274 J.P Richard How to Make Small Group Training Successful in Your Club
30 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
J.P Richard is the CEO of TRIBE Team Training USA. Since launching TRIBE Team Training® in North America back in 2014, J.P. has grown the company to ...
273 Group Fitness Success in 2020 with Emma Barry and Tracy Minnoch-Nuku
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Emma Barry consults to the fastest-growing segments in the sector: boutique studios, budget clubs, digital workouts and fit-tech start-ups and Tracy M...
272 Sgt Ken Weichert How to Set Your 2020 Up For Success
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ken Weichert, better known as "SGT Ken" is an award-winning international speaker, six-time US Army Soldier of the Year, Master Fitness Trainer, Mast...
271 Customer Service Success in 2020 with Jaquie Scammell
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jaquie Scammell is Australia's leading customer service expert, helping create a service mindset to those seeking growth in their organisations and t...
270 New Years Resolution Series - Retention with Dr Paul Bedford
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Paul Bedford has over 20 years experience working in the fitness industry, including roles as a gym instructor, personal trainer, fitness manager...
269 Verne Harnish Creating Momentum With Meetings in Your Fitness Business
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Verne Harnish is founder of the world-renowned Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO), with over 14,000 members worldwide, and chaired for fifteen years EO'...
268 Jose Teixeira Mastering Your Customer Experience Strategy
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jose Teixeira is the Head of Customer Experience at SC Fitness in Portugal. Jose was a professional athlete in beach volleyball and studied a degree i...
267 Rich Hutson - How to Raise Your Membership Prices
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Rich Hutson is the CEO CHi Fitness, he is a career "lifer" in the fitness industry starting as a personal trainer in Canada. He moved to Australia an...
266 How to Create Leaders in Your Business with COO of Merritt Clubs, Mark Miller
28 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Miller is the Chief Operating Officer of Merritt Clubs with over 25 years of experience at the Senior Management level; Mark joined the Merritt ...
265 The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Your Business with Paul Roetzer
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Roetzer is founder and CEO of PR 20/20 and Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute; author of The Marketing Performance Blueprint (Wi...
264 Tony De Leede, Where Fitness Meets Wellness
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Wellness Entrepreneur Tony De Leede has been in the industry for over 35 years, he brought the Fitness First chain to Australia, launched FitnFast clu...
263 Inside the Total Fitness Personal Leadership Program with CEO Sophie Lawler
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sophie Lawler is at the helm of Total Fitness as CEO, she is one of the youngest CEO's in the industry. With 20 years' fitness experience, Sophie has ...
262 Behind The Scenes of The Fitness Business Podcast with Chantal Brodrick
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks guest is our very own host - Chantal Brodrick! Chantal worked for 15 years in senior sales and marketing roles in the media industry befo...
261 The Secret Formula for Hitting Your Profit Goals with Ashley Selman
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ashley Selman is the Owner of Thrive Studio Coaching & Evolution Trainers. Ashley is an international presenter and business consultant who is passion...
260 Adam Zeitsiff on Leading the Golds Gym Family
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Zeitsiff is the President and CEO of Golds Gym International Throughout his career, Adam has served in CEO and CIO positions for a number of maj...
259 Fitness Business Trends with Jason Reinhardt, Go M.A.D Fitness & Chair of IHRSA
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Reinhardt is the owner of Go M.A.D Fitness. Go M.A.D. Fitness was born from Jasons passion for exercise and his commitment to helping others i...
258 How to eliminate your competition
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Lyons is the founder and CEO of Pro-Fit Marketing Solutions and Pulse Fitness Training. Tim has spent the last decade as gym owner and operator ...
257 Setting New Staff Up for Success
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Greta Wagner is the Executive Director and Senior Vice President at Chelsea Piers Connecticut. Chelsea Piers is a premiere sports and entertainment co...
256 How to Plan The Ultimate Gym Member Journey
26 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jon Nasta is a Consulting Partner for Retention Solutions Ltd, Listen360.com and Keepme.ai. Often accused of being obsessed with member engagement a...
255 Creating a VIP Customer Experience
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Walrath is the founder of Beyond Macros. Matthew teaches fitness industry professionals how to create remarkable client experiences that get r...
254 How to Use Social Media to Grow Your Personal Brand
17 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Mutimer is the Founder and Director of Social Media at Thinktank Social. During this weeks show you will learn, who should use social media to gr...
253 Are You Missing Income Opportunities With Drop In's?
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Joanna Stahl is the CEO & Founder of Go2Practice. Joanna is a 20 year industry veteran teaching for Crunch & Equinox Throughout her career, she has ...