In this powerful episode of The Voices of Business, hosts Joshua Maddux and Corey Nathan sit down with Rachel Cosgrove, co-owner and operator of Results Fitness in Santa Clarita. Celebrating 25 years of impact, Rachel shares her journey from dancer and personal trainer in New York City to co-creating one of the top gyms in the U.S., according to Men's Health. From building a high-performing team to revolutionizing the fitness experience, Rachel unpacks the philosophies and lessons that shaped Results Fitness into a community cornerstone.

What You Will Learn:

• The origin story and entrepreneurial journey behind Results Fitness.
• Rachel's philosophy on building an elite team and empowering others.
• How fitness supports not just physical health, but mental resilience and community.
• The value of journaling and intentional reflection as tools for leadership.
• Strategies for business longevity, innovation, and navigating major crises like the pandemic.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:01:00] Rachel's roots in Santa Clarita and early dance and fitness influences.
• [00:06:30] Moving to NYC to pursue dance and discovering a passion for personal training.
• [00:10:45] Meeting her husband Alan Cosgrove and launching a fitness business together.
• [00:12:00] The frustration with the personal training industry that sparked Results Fitness.
• [00:15:45] Building a world-class team with values-based hiring and a coaching culture.
• [00:26:00] Collaborations with local businesses like Egg Plantation and Maria's Deli.
• [00:31:30] Coaching other gym owners through Results Fitness University.
• [00:36:00] Rachel's reflections on resilience, journaling, and entrepreneurial wisdom.

Featured Quotes: "We really wanted to pave the way for making a career in this industry. What we do is important—it's part of people's healthcare." – Rachel Cosgrove "We were just two kids with no money, but we had a vision to change the way fitness is done." – Rachel Cosgrove "If you're not a high performer, you won't be a good fit on our team." – Rachel Cosgrove "For me, journaling sets the pace for the day instead of letting the day set the pace on me." – Corey Nathan Resources Mentioned:

• Results Fitness
• Rachel Cosgrove on Instagram
• Results Fitness SCV on Instagram
• Egg Plantation

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