Recovery is still a growing trend in the industry and clubs are finding new ways to capitalize on interest from members. In fact, the modality was the focus of the recovery and wellness panel at the 2023 Club Solutions Leadership Retreat.

Ani Oksayan, the vice president of fitness for Chuze Fitness, recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko to discuss Oksayan’s time as one of the featured panelists. Oksayan recaps what was discussed during the panel, key takeaways and learnings, and best practices for incorporating recovery into a fitness environment.

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Episode 77: Mastering Recovery with Ani Oksayan

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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Episode 83: Leadership Development with Amber Martinez

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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Episode 84: Virtual Success with Andy Peat of Fitness On Demand

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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Episode 85: Acing AI and Marketing with Chad Waetzig

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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Episode 86: Empowering Fitness Professionals with Steve Pirt of FlexWerk

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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Episode 87: Uniting Fitness and Wellness with Karah Ehrhardt and Mark Koester

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.

Episode 88: TrainPMT's Data-Driven Approach to Fitness

There possibly isn’t a hotter topic in the world of health and fitness right now than GLP-1s, or weight loss drugs such as Ozempic. These drugs are one of the more fascinating opportunities the industry has right now, and there are many different opinions on the subject.

Eric Durak, the president and founder of Medhealthfit, recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko to discuss the subject of GLP-1s. Their conversation looks at some of the muscle-wasting side effects that can occur from taking these drugs, how clubs can play a role in overcoming that and more.

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Episode 89: GLP-1s with Eric Durak

Club leaders are figureheads for all staff and members. This means values such as inclusive leadership are important to have and put into practice to ensure everyone who steps into your club feels comfortable and appreciated.

Michaela Brown, a general manager at VIDA Fitness and Aura Spa and chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Board for Urban Adventures Companies, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko to discuss the subject of inclusive leadership.

Their conversation covers a lot of ground including group fitness trends, DEI initiatives and what it means to be an inclusive leader, emotional intelligence, how to take care of yourself and your team, and much more. It’s a great episode for anyone looking for insights into what it takes to lead in the fitness industry.

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Episode 90: Inclusive Leadership with Michaela Brown

Fitness instructors are an essential aspect of the club industry. As such, it’s imperative for trainers to be fully certified so they have the trust of current and potential members.

Taylor Brown, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Carter Collins, the owner and operator of International Fitness Trainers Association (IFTA). They discuss how Collins went from nursing school to IFTA, challenges facing the fitness industry concerning certifications, how the company stands out and more.

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Episode 91: Successful Certifications with Carter Collins of IFTA

Crunch Fitness first began as one small gym in a basement studio in New York City’s Greenwich Village in 1989. Now, there are over 500 Crunch locations, and the company is now heading into its newest iteration: Crunch 3.0. which will feature a completely modernized version of the gym.

Tony Scrimale, the CEO of Crunch Fitness CR Fitness Holdings, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Zabonick-Chonko top discuss Crunch 3.0, leadership tactics, entrepreneurial advice and more.

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Episode 77: Mastering Recovery with Ani Oksayan

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