On this week’s Eden Group Podcast Episode, I am joined by Ryan Bond.

His unique journey starts with skateboarding in his youth to becoming a competitive lifter and fitness coach today, helping countless people achieve their health goals.

Join us as we talk training philosophy, the personal training business, and more.

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Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction

01:18 - Sports, Skateboarding and Lifting 

03:24 - Studying and Teaching Fitness 

09:23 - The Training Business 

14:34 - Inspirations 

16:24 - Ryan’s Vision for His Business 

18:45 - Misconceptions from New Clients 

21:14 - GLP-1 Medications 

26:47 - Body Dysmorphia and Declining Focus on P.E 

31:36 - Competitive Lifting 

37:11 - Final Remarks and Where to Connect

In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary life of Dex Montenegro, a.k.a Flashy Dex, a former Hawaiian gang member turned professional MMA fighter.

We have the privilege of hearing Dex's journey from a troubled youth to a disciplined athlete, overcoming many adversities to follow his passion. He also talks about the challenges and rewards of life as a fighter.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dex-montenegro-36b98688/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Flashy-Dex-Montenegro-100063630971112/?_rdr

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Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction 

01:30 - Interest in Fighting and Early Life Challenges 

04:47 - Joining Gangs and Leaving Hawaii 

07:48 - Trouble and Juvenile Detention 

09:09 - Starting Fresh:  Fighting and Becoming a Dad 

12:43 - How Fighting Promotions Work 

14:27 - From Boxing to MMA 

17:47 - The Business of Fighting 

20:14 - Flashy Dex Today 

21:41 - Involvement with Gracie Barra 

25:46 - Changing Lives and Future Vision 

29:35 - Lessons and Closing Remarks

Join us in this inspiring episode featuring Dr. Desiree Bartlett CPT ERYT, a renowned women's health expert, celebrity trainer, and founder of Desi Bodymind.

With over 25 years of experience, Desi merges the worlds of fitness, yoga, and wellness to empower women everywhere.

From her journey growing up in Chicago to opening a gym in Cabo San Lucas, Desi shares her philosophy on the interconnectedness of mind and body and how her unique approach transforms lives.

Whether you’re new to the fitness business or a seasoned expert, Desi’s insights are sure to educate and inspire you.

Enjoy!

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Website: https://www.desibartlett.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DesiBartlett

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mothersintolivingfit/?hl=en

Twitter(X): https://x.com/desibartlett?lang=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DesiBodyMind

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desiree-bartlett-ms-cpt-eryt-a4457b6/

Desi’s Books:

Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy: https://amzn.to/4hdiXuY

Total Body Beautiful: https://amzn.to/3Ydl35u

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Timestamps

 00:00 - Intro to Desi Bartlett

00:40 - Desi's early influences and background

04:10 - Transitioning from personal training to a holistic approach

06:50 - The significance of empowerment in fitness

10:30 - Starting a business in Cabo San Lucas

15:00 - Navigating challenges in entrepreneurship

19:20 - The impact of COVID-19 on health and fitness

23:00 - Insights into retreats and community building

27:30 - The importance of self-care for women

32:00 - Future aspirations and projects

37:00 - Discussion on the importance of self-care and how to fill one's tank

42:00 - Insights on personalizing health and wellness for women

44:00 - The role of community and connection in women's health.

46:00 - Overview of the upcoming retreat and its focus on empowerment.

48:00 - Desi highlights the importance of philanthropy and shares a charity.

50:00 - Final thoughts on blending fitness and yoga for holistic health.

52:00 - Closing remarks and where to connect

Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Dr. Russell Kowalinski, owner of Peak Sport and Spine Physical Therapy.

From a passionate athlete to a successful business owner, Dr. Kowalinski shares his experiences in physical therapy, the challenges he faced in opening and running multiple clinics in the Seattle area, and his vision for the future of his practice.

Discover how his background in sports influenced his approach to therapy and patient care.

Whether you're interested in physical therapy, entrepreneurship, or enjoy uplifting stories, this episode has something for everyone!

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Check Out Russell

Website:https://peaksportsandspinept.com/team/dr-russell-kowalinski/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-kowalinski-81330438/

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Introduction

00:38 - Guest Introduction

01:00 - Personal Background

04:12 - Path to Physical Therapy

08:00 - Transition from Treatment to Business

13:45 - Professional Experiences

19:15 - Ownership of Clinics

25:30 - Challenges of Business Ownership

31:00 - Marketing Strategies

35:15 - Innovative Services

40:00 - Future Growth Plans

45:30 - Conclusion

In this episode, Brandi shares her incredible journey from a severe asthmatic to the founder of Pineapple Life, a thriving yoga, spa, and fitness studio in Snoqualmie, Washington.

Discover how yoga and salt therapy transformed Brandi’s health and inspired her to create a unique wellness experience. This is a story about Brandi’s vision and drive to foster a community caring for each other's health and well-being.

Join me as I discuss the challenges of starting a business, surviving the pandemic, and building a strong, community-focused brand.

Brandi reveals key insights into her success, including the importance of listening to customers, continual education, and adapting to wellness trends. Hear about their plans for corporate wellness programs and potential franchise opportunities.

Subscribe to this channel if you're passionate about wellness, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories, business tips, and insights into the evolving world of fitness and holistic health.

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00:00 - Introduction 

00:50 - Early Life & discovering yoga

07:12 - Starting Pineapple Life

12:15 - Business Model & Biggest Expenses

20:40 - Challenges Faced with Startup

24:15 - Importance of listening to customers

27:40 - Focus on community and energy in exercise

29:50 - Typical workday and balancing family life

31:30 - Challenges with local collaboration

35:15 - Conclusion

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https://www.pineapplelife.com/

https://www.instagram.com/pineapplelife/

https://x.com/BarrePineapple/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/workwellbypineapple/

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This is an inspiring conversation with my cousin Erin, an entrepreneur and athlete.

Erin discusses her journey from studying kinesiology to founding Ground Wellness, a business focused on postpartum recovery and pelvic floor health.

Discover how Erin's background led her to identify a crucial gap in postpartum care and the steps she is taking to bootstrap her passion.

Subscribe for more stories exploring the business models that deliver health and wellness to society.

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0:00 - Introduction and background on Erin

3:00 - Erin's upbringing in Seattle and family background

7:00 - Erin's experience with sports (track and field, volleyball)

11:00 - College education in kinesiology and personal training experience

15:00 - Master's degree in sports medicine physiotherapy

18:00 - Work experience at Boeing and Tesla as an industrial athletic trainer

22:00 - Transition to postpartum training and founding Ground Wellness

27:00 - Discussion on pelvic floor function and pregnancy

32:00 - Erin's current pregnancy and plans for relaunching her business

36:00 - Challenges and lessons learned from running a business

40:00 - Marketing strategies and plans for client acquisition

44:00 - Equipment and program delivery methods

47:00 - Influence of Erin's parents on her entrepreneurial spirit

Check out Erin HERE:

https://www.groundwellness.org/

https://www.instagram.com/groundwellness/

https://www.facebook.com/groundwellness

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChl_fKIojm22nb8A-IDr3qw

https://www.instagram.com/erin.okosun/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-okosun-1858b519/

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In this video, we hear the inspiring journey of Nicole Higgins, an IFBB PRO Women's Physique Competitor and successful fitness entrepreneur.

Discover how Nicole transitioned from an untrained athlete to a world-champion natural bodybuilder and eventually earned her IFBB Pro card.

Learn about the mental and physical challenges she overcame, including a knee injury, and how she built her thriving personal training business.

Nicole reveals her unique approach to client transformations, emphasizing the importance of mental preparation and individualized attention.

She discusses her business strategies, including implementing the Profit First method and diversifying her revenue streams through app-based training, nutrition plans, and competition coaching.

Subscribe to this channel if you want more expert advice on building a successful, wellness-focused business.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction 

01:20 - Nicole's athletic history & Journey

13:15 - First bodybuilding competition experience

21:00 - Pro Card journey & Business

25:00 - Business Model and client approach

30:20 - Implementing the Profit First method

36:00 - Mental aspects of Fitness transformations

40:20 - Corrective exercises and continued education

43:30 - Vision for the future & Mental Coaching  

47:50 - Networking and client referrals 

50:30 - Conclusion

Checkout Nicole Here: https://www.nicolethefitnesspro.com/

https://www.instagram.com/nicolethefitnesspro/

https://www.facebook.com/nicolethefitnesspro/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-higgins-4807b5104/

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