Gyms Near Me Podcast

In this episode, Trevor and Andrew from GORX Fitness chat with Brayden Jessen from Golden Larch Designs out of Calgary, Alberta.  Brayden shares his journey from working construction and roofing to designing and building custom home gyms.  They discuss key business components such as: Clear communication and quick response times Taking calculated risks and learning from mistakes Understanding clie...

In this episode, Trevor Hall interviews Andrew Wilkinson, the owner of Monkey Grip Fitness. They discuss their experience at Home Gym Con, the growth of the fitness industry, and the inspiration behind Monkee Grips. Andrew shares his journey from being unhappy in his nine-to-five job to starting his own business. They also talk about the versatility of Monkee Grips and the various exercises that c...

In this episode of the Gyms Near Me Podcast, Trevor is joined by Eliott Ekindi, the founder of UClips.  The idea was born out of the COVID-19 pandemic when Eliott needed a way to optimize his limited equipment. Eliott and Trevor discuss the challenges and steps of bringing an idea to market, and plans for future products. Trevor shares his love for the efficiency and autonomy of having his own spa...

In this episode, Andrew chats with Cody Lutz, founder of Backyard Shreds.  Cody shares the heart behind his mission and the importance of incorporating fitness into the fullness of life, business, and family.  He encourages people to pour action on their dreams to build the life they want to live, now and in the future. A model of the Build. Lift. Grow. lifestyle, Cody dives deep into his plan to...

In this episode of the Gyms Near Me podcast, Mike from MicroGainz shares the history of the company, and how he got involved in the fitness equipment industry.  From humble beginnings selling and packing orders from home to creating his own micro plate empire, the MicroGainz story is one of creativity, tenacity, and patience.  MicroGainz now offers a range of accessories, including dumbbell plates...

Dude That Lifts (@dudethatlifts) flags and apparel are found in countless gyms across the country!  In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Schubert, the man behind the brand. We discuss the importance of establishing community, the power of retreats for personal growth, the entrepreneurship journey, the thrill of building a business from your garage gym, and much more! If you want to learn more...

In this episode, Trevor and Andrew sit down with Scott McDonald, CEO of @ Body Solid , to discuss his journey leading the iconic home gym equipment brand for over 20 years. Scott shares insights into the growth of the home gym market and trends like functional training. He also offers advice for entrepreneurs looking to start their own micro gym businesses or expand existing home gyms. Scott discu...

In this inspiring episode, hosts Andrew Towers and Geoff Murphy dive into the remarkable journey of Ashley Hromyak, an IFBB pro athlete and seasoned personal trainer. Ashley shares her transition from being an Army Airborne veteran to establishing a successful personal training microgym. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship in the fitness industry, her experiences in bodyb...

In this episode, Sierra Rathbun of Sierra Whiskey Fitness shares her story of starting her microgym business and finding her niche working with women. From her early days as an Air Force veteran learning functional fitness to developing her brand focused on strength, confidence and wellness, Sierra discusses her journey and lessons learned along the way. Learn tips for finding your fitness niche,...

Join Trevor as he sits down with Exponent Edge founder Jay Benoit to discuss his journey from home gym hobbyist to entrepreneur. Hear how Jay's passion for fitness and desire to maximize his small training space led him to invent custom home gym equipment.  Learn about the challenges and successes of starting a business while maintaining a day job, and get tips for overcoming obstacles along...

In this episode, Trevor and Andrew sit down with industry titan and insurance expert Vaughn Vernon to discuss the ins and outs of insuring micro gyms and home-based fitness businesses. Vaughn shares his wealth of experience from years in the industry, providing invaluable tips on finding the right policy, navigating exclusions, handling claims, and more.  Learn how to protect your sweat equity and...

Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Luis Patino, a visionary and the dynamic force behind Build Body Fitness and the Garage Gym Coach.  Luis takes us on a deep dive into the heart of his entrepreneurial journey, revealing how he transformed from a big box gym employee to a trailblazer in the micro gym movement. Learn about the unique challenges and triumphs of running a micro gym...

In our 11th episode, we're thrilled to bring you an inspirational story straight from Mannheim, Germany. Join us as we sit down with Simon, the dynamic force behind Blackbox Microgym, the first European GORX Fitness Affiliate. Discover how, despite Simon's space constraints and challenges to starting a business in Germany, Blackbox Microgym stands as a testament to what's possible....

In this episode, Andrew Towers sits down with Brian Fleck, the innovative mind behind Weight It Out ( @ weight_itout ) and future GORX Fitness affiliate microgym Fleck's Gym. Dive deep into Brian's journey from starting a home gym during the pandemic to venturing into the business world. Discover the challenges, the inspirations, and the vision behind his ventures. Whether you're a...

Join the Gyms Near Me podcast hosts Trevor Hall and Andrew Towers as they sit down with Jake from the Garage Gym Experiment. Dive into the world of home gyms, the inception and growth of the Home Gym Con, and the entrepreneurial journey that led Jake to become a pivotal figure in the home gym community. From the challenges of starting a business to the unexpected boost from COVID, this episode is...

In this episode, Trevor Hall and Andrew Towers answer some of the most common questions from aspiring micro gym owners. They discuss the certification requirements for personal training, minimum space and equipment needs, insurance policies, and more. Trevor and Andrew also share their best tips for where to start, including conversations to have with family, neighbors, and local authorities. Whet...

In this episode, Andrew Towers sits down with Steven Blood to discuss his journey from personal trainer to microgym owner and app developer. Steven shares his background in fitness and what led him to start his home gym and affiliate with GORX Fitness.   He talks about creating the workout tracking software, FitProRx, to solve problems and build community around fitness. An inspiring conversation...

In this episode, Andrew Towers and Nate Woods, founder of Executive Fit, discuss how he turned his passion for custom gym lifting platforms into a thriving business.  Nate shares the humble beginnings of building his first platform in his garage as a side hustle, and how it grew organically through word of mouth.  He discusses the challenges of learning new skills like CNC operation while fulfilli...

In this episode, GORX Fitness Founder Andrew Towers sits down with Preston Wilson, owner of Lonestar Gym Builders, to discuss Preston's journey from home gym enthusiast to successful business owner. Listeners will learn how Preston got his start building equipment in his garage just to help friends, eventually growing his skills and business to become a top home gym builder in Austin, Texas....

Join Geoff Murphy as he sits down with Joel Ramirez, owner of RAM Strength Micro Gym in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Joel shares his journey from being a scrawny middle schooler looking to fit in and discovering his passion for weightlifting and fitness. He traces his path through the US Army, CrossFit gyms, and building out his home gym during the pandemic. Joel discusses the challenges in navigat...

This episode takes a deep dive into the story of Joe Gray and how he built a global powerlifting community known as the Garage Gym Competition. Listeners will hear Joe discuss his early days of lifting in commercial gyms and deciding to set up his own home gym. He shares how writing articles eventually led to moderating the popular Reddit home gym community, r/HomeGym. Joe shares insights into how...

In this episode, Andrew Towers and Geoff Murphy dive into starting a microgym. Geoff discusses his journey in launching Eastside Iron and the challenges he overcame along the way - like getting permits, managing risk, marketing and onboarding clients, and balancing a full-time job. If you want to learn more about transforming your home gym into a business, grab the same step-by-step guide Geoff us...

In this episode, we dive into how John Greaves built Garage Gym Life Media from his home gym into a media empire with 20k+ YouTube subscribers and a thriving online community. John shares his journey, lessons learned, and advice for other home gym business owners and content creators. If you want to grow your home gym business or audience through content creation, this episode is packed with pract...