
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit
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.
Latest episodes

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!

Jun 15, 2021 • 33min
367 The Future of Fitness Technology with Dr Michael Rucker
Discover the fast forward movement of technology in the fitness industry since the start of the pandemic. Dr. Michael Rucker breaks down how the pandemic has pushed along technology in the industry and which technology is here to stay and which ones are possible fads. Don't miss this educational episode to bring technology into your club.

Jun 8, 2021 • 31min
366 Turning a passion into a fitness career with Sarah Luna
Sarah Luna is the President of Xponential Fitness, a curator of leading brands across each vertical of the boutique fitness industry. Sarah's story of how she turned her passion into a full time fitness career is inspiring. Take a listen as Sarah not only encourages the listeners to dive into their passion, but she also talks about the benefits of owning and operating a franchise. Sarah is a true example of women empowerment!

Jun 3, 2021 • 38min
365 Thinking Ahead: Enhancing your Member Experience Approach
Joining us on today’s show we welcome Jeff Tobe. Jeff is one the most dynamic certified professional speakers in the world. He is the author of Coloring Outside the Lines and co-author of the best selling books, The Sales Coach and the Communications Coach.

Jun 1, 2021 • 31min
364 In the Trenches with Hank Ebeling: Service That Members Love
Hank turns up the heat on the customer service and customer experience. By making a few small changes, to your level of customer service, your club can crush the competition! Follow along for Hank’s 14 service points and a “how-to” guide on implementing them. Plus, Hank explains the definition behind “Surprise and Delight.”

May 27, 2021 • 15min
363 Tribe Team Training Partner Update with JP Richard
In this podcast partner interview Chantal Brodrick chats to the President of Tribe Team Training North America, JP Richard, about their plans for 2021 and how they are working with clubs.

May 25, 2021 • 36min
362 Goal setting has evolved and it is the key to usage with Christian Swann
Take your goal setting to a whole new level! Christian Swann shares with me how you, the listener, can throw out your outdated way to set personal goals and modernize your strategy! It's quite an interesting and efficient way to become the best you!
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