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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…
Episodes
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit10 Email Marketing Strategies That Can Make Your Gym More Money (S7 E4)
Is your gym sitting on an untapped source of revenue? Email marketing could be one of the most overlooked opportunities to increase membership sales, improve…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitHow Gyms Are Making Money From HYROX – with Douglas Roos & Cindy Kempton (S7 E3)
HYROX has exploded globally, but how can gym owners turn the rise of fitness racing into actual revenue, stronger retention and new members? Douglas Roos…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitWhy Your Group Fitness Classes Aren't Full (And How to Fix It) - with Joella Hopkins & Diana Gilbert (S7 E2)
How do you build a group fitness program that members keep coming back to and great instructors want to be part of? Joella Hopkins, Executive Vice President of…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitStop Trying to Be Better: How Great Fitness Brands Stand Out with Luke Carlson (S7 E1)
What separates a fitness brand that grows from one that gets lost in the crowd? For Luke Carlson, Founder and CEO of Discover Strength, the answer isn't being…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitThe $27 Billion Gym Opportunity Hiding in Plain Sight with Melissa Rodriguez (S6 E6)
What if your next wave of growth isn't coming from new leads, but from people who already know and trust your brand? In the final episode of Season 6, Justin…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitWhat 10,000 Fitness Consumers Want From Your Gym: Les Mills Reports on Strength Training Confidence Gaps, Onboarding Importance, and Gym Culture & "Vibe" (S6 E5)
Strength training has never been more popular, yet millions of people still feel unsure about where to begin. In this episode of the Fitness Business Podcast…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitWhy Gym Members Really Quit and How to Keep Them Longer | Dr. Heather McKee (S6 E4)
Motivation is often treated as the solution to retention, but according to behavior change expert Dr. Heather McKee, motivation may be one of the least…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitInside the ClassPass 2026 Industry Impact Report with Jeff Bladt (S6 E3)
What are millions of fitness bookings telling us about the future of gyms, studios, and wellness? In this episode, JT sits down with Jeff Bladt to unpack the…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitThe Numbers That Drive Profit in Your Gym with Billy Hofacker (S6 E2)
Running a successful fitness business requires more than just hard work. It requires financial clarity. In this episode, JT speaks with Billy Hofacker, CEO of…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitHow HYROX Is Helping Gyms Grow Revenue, Retention & Memberships with Andrew Sugerman (S6 E1)
HYROX is no longer just an event. It's becoming a global sport, and gyms are in a prime position to benefit. In this Season 6 opener, JT speaks with Andrew…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitThe Untold Story Behind the Fitness Business Podcast | JT on Imposter Syndrome, Leadership & Purpose | Episode 557
Stories do what facts alone cannot. They make people feel, remember, trust, and act. In this special season finale takeover, master storyteller Danielle…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitBurnout in the Fitness Industry: How to Protect Your Health, Team, and Career Longevity with Emahlea Wilcher | Episode 556
Burnout is not a badge of honor. For years, working 22-hour days and never taking holidays was worn as proof of resilience. But the reality is different. A…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitHow to Motivate Your Fitness Staff with Gamification and Recognition with Alex Grande | Episode 555
Staff turnover remains one of the biggest challenges in the fitness industry, especially with part time and casual teams. In this episode, Justin Tamsett is…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitFueling Leadership: Self-Leadership, Values, and Alignment with Heather Wiser Soubra | Episode 554
If your body and mind are the engine of your leadership, what fuel are you putting into it? In this episode of The Fitness Business Podcast, Justin Tamsett…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitStop Losing Money on Bad Hires: Expert Fitness Recruiting Strategies with Christine Howe | Episode 553
Hiring the right people can make or break your fitness business. One great hire can elevate culture, performance, and profitability — while one poor hire can…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitStop Leaving Money on the Shelf: The Retail Strategy Every Gym Needs with Meredith Rosson | Episode 552
Retail inside fitness clubs often feels like a high-effort afterthought - but according to retail strategist Meredith Rosson, it's one of the most untapped…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitHow to Persuade Anyone to Take Action (Without Being Pushy) with Michelle Bowden | Episode 551
Persuasion expert Michelle Bowden, whose episode 83 on the Fitness Business Podcast ranks in the all-time top 20, is back to break down the science of…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitRadical Customer Obsession: Unlocking Growth, Loyalty, and Advocacy with Amanda Stevens | Episode 550
Discover the surprising power of "Radical Customer Obsession" with author and expert Amanda Stevens. She explains that in a digitally distracted world, the key…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitConscious Leadership: Science-Backed Strategies to Respond, Build Trust, and Lead Fitness Teams with Rachel Russo | Episode 549
Discover the surprising science behind conscious leadership with Rachel Russo, who reveals how a simple pause and breath can activate your brain's logic center…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitAI, Tech & Member Retention: Eric Malzone on Future-Proofing Your Fitness Business | Episode 548
Curious how technology will redefine fitness? Tune in as fitness industry thought leader Eric Malzone shares his front-line insights after 850+ interviews with…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitExercise as Medicine: Lisa Dougherty on Turning Gyms into Preventive Care Centers & Fighting Chronic Disease: Episode 547
What if your gym could be the first line of defense against chronic disease? In this insightful episode of the Fitness Business Podcast, host Justin 'JT'…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitMastering Body Language & Communication in the Fitness Industry with Mentalist Christopher Carter | Building Trust & Human Connection: Episode 546
In this engaging episode, communication expert and professional mentalist Christopher Carter joins host Justin "JT" Tamsett to uncover not just the science—but…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitMastering Gym Marketing & Management through Authentic Branding: Kim Gouch, Dan Young & Dr. Patrick Porter: Episode 545
In this episode of the Fitness Business Podcast, host Justin 'JT' Tamsett engages with Kim Gouch, Chief Brand Officer at Retro Fitness, to dive into effective…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitPersonal Training Business and Marketing Strategies: Brian Keane & Dr. Patrick Porter: Episode 544
In this dynamic episode, join Justin JT Tamsett and Brian Keane for a dynamic discussion on the evolving world of personal training, where they share practical…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitAI and Future-Proofing Your Gym in 2025: Shama Hyder & Dr. Patrick Porter: Episode 543
Become an FBP Insider! Learn more on Patreon. Our FREE LIVE online events created specifically for fitness business owners, managers, and coaches who want to…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitThe Neuroscience of Storytelling for Gym Owners: Danielle Krischik & Dr. Patrick Porter: Episode 542
Become an FBP Insider! Learn more on Patreon. We're bringing you a brand-new series of LIVE online events created specifically for fitness business owners…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitMastering Fitness Staff Recruitment: Marketing, AI, and Referral Strategies to Build Your Dream Team: Fletcher Wimbush, Dr. Patrick Porter & Mark Harrington Jr: Episode 541
Become an FBP Insider! Learn more on Patreon. Online Live Event - Learn More! Are you a fitness leader, manager, or gym owner searching for actionable…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitTop 10 Fitness Marketing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them: Seran Glanfield, Dr. Patrick Porter & Garry Lewis: Episode 540
Become a Patreon member! Start here. We're bringing you a brand-new series of LIVE online events created specifically for fitness business owners, managers…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitInjecting Fun and Engagement into Your Fitness Business: Jared Orton, Savannah Bananas and Richard Toutounji: Episode 539
Are you a gym owner, fitness entrepreneur, or wellness professional looking to inject some serious fun and engagement into your business? In this episode, host…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitAre You Affirming Your Female Leaders? Strategies for Success and Storytelling Marketing: Mel Tempest, Allison Flatley and Danielle Krischik: Episode 538
As a leader, are you doing everything you can to elevate women in leadership? This episode of the Fitness Business Podcast features insights from global female…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitRebuild Your Personal Training Program and Improve Member Retention: Richard Boyd and Bob Esquerre: Episode 537
Fitness business owners and gym leaders, are you struggling to revive your personal training department? This episode of the Fitness Business Podcast dives…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitBuilding a Thriving Group Fitness Team, and Risk Management Strategies: Ingrid Knight-Cohee: Episode 536
Buckle up for an electrifying episode of the Fitness Business podcast featuring Ingrid Knight-Cohee, the 2024 IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year, who is…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitBuilding a Better Brand, Time Management and Equipment Layout Strategies: Zach Colman: Episode 535
Do you have a "me" or a "we" fitness business? Zach Colman reveals the transformative concept of building a community brand in the fitness industry. He…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitNavigating the Strength Training Boom, Enhancing Customer Service, and Innovative Marketing Strategies: Episode 534
With a staggering 181% increase in strength equipment usage between 2012 and 2022, as reported by Track My Gym, strength training has become the hottest trend…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitThe Rise of Recovery Spaces in Gyms: What You Need to Know: Episode 533
The recovery industry in fitness is experiencing rapid growth, with experts projecting it to be worth over $90 billion globally by 2027. This episode of the…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitUse Improv to Enhance Sales Skills and Build Stronger Client Relationships (with Eric Tepper and Mary DeMichele): Episode 532
Want to boost your fitness business's sales and communication skills? Think outside the box! Improv is no longer just a drama term; it's a unique strategy that…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitHow to Use AI to Streamline Fitness Business Operations and Boost Profits (with Dr Ted Vickey): Episode 531
Are you not sure if AI is right for your fitness business? This episode is a deep-dive into how your business could be using AI to streamline your operations…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitImprove Member Retention with Podcast Marketing (with Jamie Kennedy): Episode 530
Are you looking for a unique and effective way to market your gym, attract new members and retain members and staff? Podcasting is the answer. In this episode…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitShaping the Future and Lobbying for Change in the Fitness Industry: Episode 529
As a gym owner, you're constantly striving to grow your business and provide the best possible experience for your members. But did you know that joining a…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and ProfitHow to Improve Fitness Business Profitability, Lead Generation and Retention: Episode 528
Fitness Business Podcast is back! Version 3.0 kicks off with an episode to knock your (gym) socks off. Are you struggling to increase your fitness business's…
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Welcome to the Fitness Business Podcast
Are you a gym owner or manager looking to improve conversions from prospects to members, member satisfaction, employee retention, innovation and profitability?…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit527 Navigating the Blue Ocean: The Power of Endings and Other Business Lessons with JT Tamsett
The Fitness Business Podcast is ending after 8 years and 527 shows, but we are leaving you with a thought-provoking episode. There is no easy business, and the…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit526 The Value Proposition for Connected Fitness with Echelon Fitness
Lou Lentine believes connected fitness is here to stay, as it offers convenience and affordability for people who may not have time to go to the gym. Echelon…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit525 Tim Keightley: Lessons of a Fitness LIFEtime "Live It Fully Everyday"
The passion that fills today's episode is inspiring. Tim Keightley has dedicated his professional career to making a difference in the fitness industry. His…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit524 Mastering the Art of Selling Personal Training with Anthony Amen
Learn how to take your personal training business to new heights with Anthony Amen, the owner and visionary behind Redefine Fitness in New York. Anthony shares…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit523 Terry Blachek: How to Build a Dream Team for Your Fitness Business
Terry Blachek, CEO and owner of Austin Fitness Group, LLC, which operates 133 Orangetheory studios across Texas, Arizona, and Kansas, shares his insights on…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit522 The ChatGPT Revolution & Simplifying Your Life with Donna McGeorge
Donna McGeorge joins the Fitness Business podcast to discuss the power of ChatGPT (also known as Charlie) in improving productivity. ChatGPT is a language…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit521 The Value Proposition for Going Global with FIT Summit
Join Sarah Pellegrino as she speaks with Ross Campbell, CEO of FIT Summit, all the way in Singapore for September's Value Proposition episode. FIT Summit is a…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit520 4 Step Process for Handling Customer Complaints with Hank Ebeling
Hank Ebeling is the founder and owner of H4 Training. He is passionate about helping small businesses transform their customer service and elevate their…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit519 Mastering the Instagram Algorithm with Joanne Hernon
Discover the secrets to mastering the Instagram algorithm and boosting your business! Tune in to the latest episode of the Fitness Business podcast to learn…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit518 Thinking Ahead Roundtable: The Prospects of AI, AR and VR and the Potential Impact on the Fitness Industry
Jason Stolwell leads a roundtable discussion with three expert guests on the prospects of artificial intelligence (AI), artificial reality (AR), and virtual…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit517 Chad Bryant: 30 Days to Make a New Employee Soar
Are you struggling to find highly engaged employees for your fitness business? Discover the key to building a high-performance team in your fitness business…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit516 Will Guidara: Unreasonable Hospitality in the Fitness Industry
Hospitality isn't just for restaurants. Learn how to create unforgettable experiences for your customers and build loyalty in your fitness business. Will…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit515 The Value Proposition for the Fitness Industry Suppliers Association
Join Sarah Pellegrino as she speaks with Sal Pellegrino & Chris Torggler on the history of the Fitness Industry Suppliers Association, how they connect great…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit514 Brick by Brick: Steps to a Successful Fitness Business with Landon Burningham
Landon Burningham, a multi-fitness club owner, joins the Fitness Business Podcast to discuss the importance of mastering the fundamentals of business. Landon's…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit513 Sydnie and Zack Whitmer: CycleBar Owners Make Money from Theme Based Classes
Looking for a great way to pick up some surplus income plus improve retention while picking up some new members? Take a listen to how Sydnie and Zack Whitmer…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit512 Current Fitness Industry Challenges with JT
Elevate your fitness business with industry guru Justin Tamsett! Get ready for explosive insights, trends, and strategies to dominate the game. In this show…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit511 Podcasting to Grow Your Business with Kelly Smith
Build your credibility and authority in your fitness niche with podcasting. Kelly Smith, the host of the "Mindful in Minutes" podcast, shares her insights on…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit510 Nikki Rausch: Successful Strategies for Relationship Sales
Are you ready to make more money? By listening to today's podcast, you will learn what to say and how to say it to up level your influence and income. The…
Fitness Business Podcast: Leadership, Innovation, and Profit509 The Value Proposition for Igniting Your Passion
Join Sarah Pellegrino as she speaks with Mel Tempest, 20+ year fitness business operator and organizer of the Ignite Fitness Business Event taking place…