Club Solutions Magazine

While personal training remains a core focus for many facilities, TrainPMT in Southlake, Texas, is pioneering a unique approach by integrating advanced assessments, movement screenings, and personalized outcome-based methodologies.

In this episode of the Club Solutions Magazine Podcast, host Rachel Chonko chats with Jarrett Phillips, the founder of TrainPMT, about how his facility leverages technology to provide tailored fitness solutions for its clients. Phillips shares the inspiration behind his business model and the significant impacts of data-driven plans on client progress.

While improving the physical fitness of members is still a top focus for clubs, the industry is seeing a shift toward more approaches utilizing both fitness and wellness.

Karah Ehrhardt, the head of wellness at Active Wellness, and Mark Koester, the head of fitness at Active Wellness, recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko to discuss the future of fitness and wellness, how both areas can be integrated, and ways to utilize digital tools and technology.

They also chat about how their company is using science and data tracking to help inform decisions, new initiatives in the pipeline, and top trends they are seeing.

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Managing and growing a successful personal training business in today’s economy is no easy task. However, FlexWerk is providing fitness professionals with everything they need to succeed like premium private spaces, equipment and the tools necessary to excel in the industry.

Taylor Brown, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Steve Pirt, the founder and CEO of FlexWerk. They discuss how his company is the “Airbnb of fitness,” specific benefits to personal trainers, plans for future growth and more.

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With election season ramping up, how do clubs break through the noise and identify a clear message that aligns with their brand and their target consumer? How will you know if that message is getting through and hitting your desired mark?

Chad Waetzig, the chief marketing officer of Crunch Fitness, recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko to discuss how to have success with AI and marketing, Crunch’s new partnership with Amazon technology, and more.

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Thanks to continued advancements in technology, consumers are embracing virtual fitness offerings more than ever. The company Fitness On Demand has embraced this shift and is delivering premium digital fitness classes and content to club members or residents anytime, anywhere.

Taylor Brown, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Andy Peat, the CEO of Fitness On Demand. They discuss the state of the fitness industry and where it can further evolve, what’s in the pipeline for Fitness On Demand and more.

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It can be lonely at the top as a leader of your club. However, it’s imperative your organization has successful governance from the top-down to provide an ideal environment for members. Without strong leadership, your team will be running at high risk of falling apart.

Amber Martinez, the operating partner of JEM Brands, which owns and operates several Crunch locations across the U.S., recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko to discuss all things leadership, from being accountable to holding your team accountable, having tough conversations and more.

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The ebbs and flows of the fitness industry remain ever changing. Nevertheless, clubs are still rebounding strongly from the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent inflation spike.

Chris Craytor, the CEO of ACAC Fitness & Wellness, CEO of Welld Health and Chair of the IHRSA Board of Directors, recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko to discuss industry trends, including the popularity of strength training and recovery.

They also chat about industry challenges such as the rising costs of real estate/construction and hiring and retaining great staff. Craytor then shares his advice for other business leaders and provides an update on advocacy in Washington.

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In the climate of today’s economy, hiring can be a difficult process for small businesses commonly found in the fitness industry. However, the company Wizehire has all the resources on hand to help ensure your organization effectively employs the best possible candidates for open positions.

Taylor Brown, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Sid Upadhyay, the co-founder and CEO of Wizehire. They discuss why the company was created, the fundamentals of Wizehire, how the service can grow in the future and more.

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The connection between fitness and technology continues to grow as advancements enable clubs to better connect with members. One such company that’s atop of this growing trend is Freemotion Fitness.

Taylor Brown, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Mark Watterson, the CEO of iFIT Commercial. They discuss Watterson’s role in his company, what led him to Freemotion and iFIT, how his passion for technology and fitness merged, and more.

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With the new year underway, one extremely popular industry trend from 2023 is still gaining more steam and traction — pickleball. The game is still the most popular sport in the U.S. with more clubs joining the craze and adding it to their offerings.

Frank Lawrence, the CEO of Little Rock Athletic Centers, recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko to discuss the ongoing trend. Lawrence is currently in the process of opening a new, expansive pickleball complex. He discusses why he’s excited about this new opportunity, what you need to know if you want to open a similar space and more.

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