

Justin Tamsett - The Future of Fitness Leadership: REX Roundtables and Industry Evolution
Aug 14, 2025
Justin Tamsett, a seasoned fitness consultant with over 35 years of experience and the host of the Fitness Business Podcast, shares insights on the evolving fitness landscape. He emphasizes the essential role of community and leadership in driving success. The conversation highlights how REX Round Tables facilitate collaboration among fitness professionals and the importance of integrating fitness with healthcare. Tamsett also addresses mental health, behavioral change, and the necessity for gyms to adapt amid increasing competition, showcasing the future potential of the industry.
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Elevator Pitch: Reduce Healthcare Costs
- Reduce healthcare costs by getting more people moving more often through fitness services.
- Justin Tamsett frames his role as helping club owners increase visits and retention to improve population health.
Peer Problem-Solving Works
- Peer groups solve common operational problems faster through empathy and shared experience.
- Rex Round Tables uses non-competing peers to surface proven solutions and recognition.
Industry Field Trips Deliver Ideas
- Justin recounts trips to companies like Textamore and Savannah Bananas to borrow culture and experience ideas.
- These visits show how looking outside fitness yields fresh strategies for member experience and culture.