In the latest episode of The Top Rated Gym Podcast, Andre had the pleasure of hosting Matthew Miller from SWEAT440. Tune in as Matthew dives deep into the importance of technology and AI in shaping the future of fitness. From overcoming early software hurdles to the strategic advantages of automation, this episode is a goldmine for anyone in the fitness industry.

Matthew holds a degree in Exercise Science from UNC and has dedicated over 20 years to the fitness industry. His passion for helping others achieve their health goals began with MillerFit personal training and grew into the creation and expansion of SWEAT440, a dynamic fitness brand known for its innovative approach and community focus. Throughout his career, Matt has remained committed to empowering individuals through fitness, driving the growth of his ventures and positively impacting countless lives.

Be sure to take notes as Matthew shares:

Don’t miss this episode if you’re serious about leveraging tech to scale your fitness business! 

This week’s episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast features Don Cardona, VP of Sales for UFC Gym. Don's journey and insights are truly inspiring, offering actionable advice on how to achieve sustainable growth and how to build an exceptional sales team. Whether you're in fitness or any other industry, this episode is packed with gems you can't afford to miss.

🎧 Listen now and discover:

1. The secret to building a world-class sales team

2. How to create a winning brand experience

3. Strategies for driving organic leads and referrals

👉 Tune in and transform your approach to business and leadership today!

On this week’s episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast, tune in to hear Craig Hopson's journey from a big-box gym to becoming a top-tier F45 franchise owner. It’s simply amazing! In this episode, Craig opens up about his strategies, the importance of community, and his incredible feat of gaining 175 Google reviews in a month!

Craig Hopson is the owner and operator of F45 Coral Springs West and Hopson Health Wellness Center. With a passion for fitness and wellness, Craig combines his expertise to lead a dynamic F45 training studio and a holistic health center, dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health goals and enhance their well-being.

Be sure to take notes as Craig shares:

📈 How he soared to the top in the F45 Google Review Challenge.

🏋️‍♂️ The importance of a community-driven approach.

🔑 Strategies for coaching and mentorship that accelerate growth.

This episode is a masterclass on blending business knowledge and a passion for fitness. Catch the full conversation now!

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast! Today we’re focusing on an inspiring story of business growth and gym design excellence. Join us as we dive into an interview with Kelley Gray the dynamic Owner and Founder of Trophy Fitness which boasts 3 locations and numerous ventures within the fitness industry.

Kelley Gray is the Founder and CEO of Trophy Fitness. Founded in 2003 Trophy Fitness has 3 corporate owned gyms, manages 24 corporate fitness centers, and has consulted on over 500 gym design projects. Kelley lives with his wife and 3 kids in the Dallas area.

In this podcast episode Kelley shared invaluable insights on:

If you’re passionate about fitness, entrepreneurship, and success, you cannot miss this episode!

In this episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast, we welcome a special guest Michael Orwig, the Director of Learning and Development at Fitness Premier. Tune in to hear Michael discuss the critical differences between being a business owner and an operator and why many entrepreneurs struggle with this transition. He shares his inspiring journey from a school teacher and principal to owning and transforming a multi-location fitness business, Fitness Premier, which now boasts over 19 locations. He emphasizes the importance of hiring, training, and developing a dedicated team, highlighting the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) as a key tool for business growth. 

Out of college Michael taught for 11 years as well as being a past assistant principal and football, basketball and baseball coach at the high school level. He always appreciated the potential of his high school students and decided to bring his passion and interest in fitness over this industry in 2011. Starting out as a manager in Manteno Illinois for 5 years. Michael’s focus on helping improve the Fitness Premiere business model has helped them scale to 18 locations. Since 2016, he has been a franchisee and the Director of Learning and Development for the Franchise. Michael has been married to my wife Paige for 24 years and has two beautiful daughters Mckay and Reese. In his downtime, he loves to exercise, be involved in his church and listen to other like minded people to learn more about business, investing and self development.

In this episode we explore:

Learn about the power of EOS and how you can scale your business the right way.

In this episode, we dive into the world of time management and entrepreneurship with Lauren Truslow, a remarkable businesswoman who has successfully launched and managed multiple businesses, all while being a full-time mom to four kids. Lauren shares her inspiring journey from corporate America to owning two of her own barre3 fitness studios, as well as, The Nail Bar, and her latest venture, The Plan. Learn how Lauren balances her busy life, the importance of strategic planning, and how she involves her family in her business endeavors. Discover valuable insights on achieving a rhythm between work and personal life, the significance of planning, and maintaining a disciplined routine to achieve long-term goals

Lauren Truslow is a busy mom of four who has turned her passion for empowering women into a collective of businesses helping women carve out space for themselves.Since opening her first fitness studio in 2014, Lauren has built a vital community of women and wellness in Columbia, SC.

One studio grew to two before she further broadened Columbia’s wellness offerings with two boutique nail and skin salons. Lauren’s passion lies in not just helping her clients achieve a heart-pumping workout or a glowing manicure, but inspiring their glow from within.

Surrounding each of Lauren’s ventures is an emphasis on self-love and a belief that women can be our best selves when we build healthy rhythms into our lives. And that’s exactly what her newest business, The Plan line of planners, is designed to support.Lauren is a graduate of the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, a mentor, and an active member in local service and business associations.Lauren also does corporate speaking/ coaching and has lots of speaking engagements with collegiate women's groups. You can find Lauren at www.ThePlanbyLaurenTruslow.com or listen to her podcast called A Girl in Sweaty Spandex.

Key takeaways from this episode:

Don't miss Lauren's tips and strategies to crush it in both business and life!

Join us for a powerful episode with Nick Palladino-King, CEO and Founder of Tribe Fitness. Nick brings over 15 years of expertise in fitness, coaching, and personal development, helping leaders and entrepreneurs achieve their best selves. In this episode, he dives into the mindset shifts needed to turn adversity into growth, the importance of focusing on impactful work, and strategies for building strong brand and client relationships. Tune in to gain valuable insights that will inspire and guide you on your journey to success.

Nick Palladino-King (IG: @nickpalladinoking) is a CCA Certified Conscious Executive, Leadership & Life Coach, who transforms and accelerates physical, emotional, mental and spiritual success. His expertise comes from over 15 years of training and teaching movement, breath-work, meditation, coaching and entrepreneurship.

He is known as a “coaches’ coach” and sought after for his honesty, ability to hold nonjudgmental space, and transformational and healing presence. He coaches world-class athletes, CEOs, entrepreneurs and conscious leaders worldwide. Nick is the Co-Founder and CEO of Tribe Fitness and Host of the "Conscious Conversations" podcast.

In today’s episode Nick shares valuable insights on:

If you’re an entrepreneur, especially in the fitness industry, you can’t miss this episode!

Ready to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit? In this episode of the Top Rated Gym Podcast, we sit down with Laura Stratton, partner at Burn It Build It, as she unravels the secrets to gym success. From leveraging discipline across all areas of life to the power of starting your day with purpose, as well as the value of customer referrals, Laura shares invaluable insights that will transform your approach to business.

Laura Stratton has extensive experience in the area of fitness both as a player and as a coach. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). She worked as a strength and conditioning coach at the collegiate level for 5 Conference Championship teams including 4 Olympians, 12 NCAA All-Americans and a National Player of the Year just to name a few.

As a collegiate athlete Laura was a point guard and made 4 NCAA Tournament appearances. Laura also was an NSCA All-American. She played basketball overseas in Paris, Amsterdam and Belgium. Her team was ranked in the Top 25 for 3 years and she was awarded the prestigious Leona Holbrook Award at the end of her college career.

Laura has a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science and has double Master Degrees in Counseling and Educational Leadership. Her minor is in Coaching. She coached at the collegiate level for 6 years before switching to the fitness industry where she has been for the past 17 years.

Be sure to take notes as Laura shares:

Don't miss this chance to gain wisdom from one of the best in the industry!

Ready to boost your gym’s marketing game? Join us as we chat with Troy Macfarland, the dynamic Director of Marketing for FITNESS SF. With over two decades of experience in fitness, music, and entrepreneurship, Troy is here to share his top strategies for standing out in a competitive market. Discover how to maximize productivity, leverage your team’s talents, and drive business growth through strategic partnerships. Whether you're looking to refine your value proposition or improve lead follow-up, Troy's insights will help take your gym to the next level. 

Troy Macfarland is the Director of Marketing for FITNESS SF and Marketing Consultant with over 20+ years of experience in Fitness, Music and Entrepreneurship. Troy believes patience, persistence and resilience will get you further than anything. He wants to learn, unlearn, relearn, create and be a part of something that can make a change. Troy is originally from Fargo, North Dakota but currently resides in Huntington Beach, CA <-> San Francisco Bay Area.

A few interesting tidbits:

- Troy produced a "Grammy Considered" song and opened up for Flo-Rida at London's "Indig02" Arena

- He was a 2x NCAA National Wrestling Qualifier

Tune in to hear all about:

If you’re in the fitness or marketing space, you can’t afford to miss this episode!

Ready to transform your gym's member retention and growth strategy? In this episode of Top Rated Gyms, we're thrilled to have Andrew Scott, the Co-Founder of Legends Boxing, share his insider secrets. Discover how to keep your members coming back and successfully expand your gym franchise. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, this conversation is packed with actionable tips you can't afford to miss. 

Andrew Scott is the Co-Founder of Legends boxing. His passion is helping people change their lives. You can follow him @drewdini8804 on IG or you can learn more about Legends Boxing online at www.legendsboxing.com.

Be sure to take notes as Andrew shares:

Click play and get ready to revolutionize your gym's future!