Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit
Justin Tamsett | Fitness Business Leader
Are you a gym owner or manager looking to improve conversions from prospects to members, member satisfaction, employee retention, innovation and profitability? Many fitness podcasts focus solely on lead generation, but we believe the real key to long-term success lies in effective leadership and reducing churn of both staff and members. Host Justin "JT" Tamsett, a leader in the global fitness and wellness culture, brings you actionable advice from multiple industry experts in each episode.
With over 1 million downloads, this podcast offers brilliant strategies to overcome challenges in the fitness industry today. Whether you run a big-box gym or boutique studio, this podcast is your lifeline to hands-on experience. Educate yourself today on how to hit record sales numbers, boost member retention, build a high-performing team, and skyrocket your revenue through strong leadership. Listen and subscribe now!
Q: Is this podcast right for me?
A: The podcast is for independent, chain and franchise owners, managers and department managers ready to be the best: Planet Fitness, LA Fitness, Equinox, Anytime Fitness, PureGym, David Lloyd Leisure, Virgin Active, Snap Fitness, Crunch Fitness, F45, Pure Barre, Barry's Bootcamp, SoulCycle, Psycle, The Movement Nation, and much more.
Q: How often are new episodes released?
A: New episodes drop twice a month, delivering valuable education to help you grow your fitness business.
Q: What can I expect to learn from the show this season?
A: Expect to learn about building strong communities, boosting member retention, creating a better employee experience, and navigating the future of fitness.
Q: Who are your sponsors?
A: This show is supported by REX Roundtables and Active Management
About Your Host: Justin “JT” Tamsett is a seasoned fitness industry veteran and passionate advocate for promoting physical activity. His mission is to reduce the health care costs across the globe by having more people move and move more often. JT’s hope is that his daughter Zoe can grow up in a world full of opportunity rather than one where governments and communities don’t have the burden of an ageing and sickening population. With over 30 years of experience, JT has owned gyms, coached fitness classes, and now specialises in business coaching for fitness entrepreneurs.
Through his company, Active Management, JT provides guidance and support to gym owners worldwide, empowering them to build successful businesses and contribute to a healthier society. He also leads 8 REX Roundtables in the US and Australia, spoken at over 40 conferences in 23 countries, and consulted with gyms worldwide. JT’s commitment to improving health extends beyond his professional endeavours, as he has also dedicated himself to coaching various sports and actively participates in industry organisations.
With over 1 million downloads, this podcast offers brilliant strategies to overcome challenges in the fitness industry today. Whether you run a big-box gym or boutique studio, this podcast is your lifeline to hands-on experience. Educate yourself today on how to hit record sales numbers, boost member retention, build a high-performing team, and skyrocket your revenue through strong leadership. Listen and subscribe now!
Q: Is this podcast right for me?
A: The podcast is for independent, chain and franchise owners, managers and department managers ready to be the best: Planet Fitness, LA Fitness, Equinox, Anytime Fitness, PureGym, David Lloyd Leisure, Virgin Active, Snap Fitness, Crunch Fitness, F45, Pure Barre, Barry's Bootcamp, SoulCycle, Psycle, The Movement Nation, and much more.
Q: How often are new episodes released?
A: New episodes drop twice a month, delivering valuable education to help you grow your fitness business.
Q: What can I expect to learn from the show this season?
A: Expect to learn about building strong communities, boosting member retention, creating a better employee experience, and navigating the future of fitness.
Q: Who are your sponsors?
A: This show is supported by REX Roundtables and Active Management
About Your Host: Justin “JT” Tamsett is a seasoned fitness industry veteran and passionate advocate for promoting physical activity. His mission is to reduce the health care costs across the globe by having more people move and move more often. JT’s hope is that his daughter Zoe can grow up in a world full of opportunity rather than one where governments and communities don’t have the burden of an ageing and sickening population. With over 30 years of experience, JT has owned gyms, coached fitness classes, and now specialises in business coaching for fitness entrepreneurs.
Through his company, Active Management, JT provides guidance and support to gym owners worldwide, empowering them to build successful businesses and contribute to a healthier society. He also leads 8 REX Roundtables in the US and Australia, spoken at over 40 conferences in 23 countries, and consulted with gyms worldwide. JT’s commitment to improving health extends beyond his professional endeavours, as he has also dedicated himself to coaching various sports and actively participates in industry organisations.
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Aug 3, 2021 • 57min
377 Finding and Hiring Group Fitness Instructors with Staci Alden and Lauren George
Group Fitness experts Staci Alden and Lauren George pair up to discuss one of the current issues in group fitness: finding and hiring group fitness instructors. The pandemic forced group fitness instructors to scurry for alternative ways to continue to teach classes and earn an income, many instructors left the traditional "in-house" teaching environment and found themselves successful at on-line teaching. Staci and Lauren bring creative ideas to this episode, especially on how to entice instructors back to your facility and how to seek out new talent. Staci is the group fitness and Pilates director at PRO Club located in Washington State. Lauren is the co-creator of Barre Above and the co-owner of the Fit Biz Club. Lauren lives in Mississippi along with her husband her two children.
Jul 29, 2021 • 28min
376 Myzone Partner Update with Dave Wright
Tune into this months podcast partner interview featuring the Group CEO of Myzone, Dave Wright. A must listen episode for all Club Owners and Operators.
Jul 27, 2021 • 23min
375 Keeping calm when chaos is all around you with Tom Shea
In this episode, guest Thom Shea explains what the 3 Simple Things are to lead during chaos. His leadership style, of which he learned from the Navy Seals, is prevalent as he shares what has worked for him during his years in the military. Thom Shea is passionate about making people, from all different backgrounds, become better leaders by listening more and placing the right people in the correct roles.
Jul 22, 2021 • 1h 26min
374 The Value Proposition – Anniversary Episode: How to Win in 2021 & Beyond
One guest from each of the 13 companies TVP Host, Sarah Pellegrino, has interviewed join her for a special anniversary episode. You’ll hear company & product updates, industry trends to watch out for and advice from our supplier partners on how to win in 2021 and beyond!
Jul 20, 2021 • 30min
373 In The Trenches: Re-igniting and Re-Engaging Members
Sheay Wheeler is the proud owner of The Function Room, a personal training studio located in Australia. Sheay is passionate about fitness and as a trainer, helping people be the best they can be is what drives his success! As a veteran to the fitness industry, Sheay has made it his focus to develop his fitness studio into more than just a place to improve your physical fitness, but a place where mental fitness is highlighted as well. We are proud to have Sheay as a Fitness Business Podcast Fanatic alumni.
Jul 13, 2021 • 29min
372 Building a secondary income for Fit Pros
Aimee Nicotera is the creator of online fitness program E5 Collective. Aimee has over 25 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, having served in a variety of positions ranging from High School Health Educator in South Central LA to Fitness Director at Canyon Ranch Resort and Spa in Lenox, MA. Listen along as Aimee Nicotera explains how she started an online course during the pandemic. The lessons that she learned along the way will benefit anyone listening. Give this episode a try, I guarantee it will increase your income opportunity!
Jul 6, 2021 • 25min
371 In the Trenches with Brandon Bennett: Personal Training
Want to grow your personal training department for 2021? Take a listen to this week's episode as industry expert, Brandon Bennett, shares what has worked for the success of his fitness facility. Brandon's industry tips on how to keep trainers engaged, the importance of continuing education and the best place to scout out fresh, new talent has us hanging on every word. Follow along and allow yourself to be consumed by Brandon's passion and his love for personal training, as well as the fitness industry as a whole. Enjoy in this week's In The Trenches episode.
Jun 29, 2021 • 32min
370 Unique and Thrifty ideas any club can implement to improve member experience
Crystal's unique ideas makes this episode one you can't miss. Who doesn't want to make a lasting impression with their members while working within a limited budget. Crystal and her team at 43 Degrees North know how to connect with their current members and future members by going the extra step and finding ways to introduce them into their fitness community. Take a listen as Crystal shares her tips on how to improve customer experience in unique and thrifty ways.
Jun 22, 2021 • 54min
369 Legacy: What the fitness industry can learn from the All Blacks with James Kerr
James Kerr is a bestselling author, speaker and business consultant specializing in defining, designing and delivering change for leaders of world-class teams and organizations. Listen and follow along as author James Kerr shares his book: Legacy with our FBP family. He dissects the 15 mantras of the New Zealand National Rugby Team, The All Blacks, and how important each mantra is to the team's success.
Jun 17, 2021 • 50min
368 The Value Proposition for Industry Associations with IHRSA
Join host, Sarah Pellegrino as she discusses the important anchors that make up IHRSA with Brent Darden, their new and improved membership options with Nicole Johnson, and the details about this year’s cannot miss ‘Super Bowl’ of a convention in October with Luke Ablondi!
