All Things Fitness and Wellness

On this episode of The All Things Fitness and Wellness Podcast, Krissy Vann interviews Emma Stallworthy, co-founder of Your Reformer, as she details her journey from traditional gym ownership to building a thriving B2C Pilates brand. Emma shares key insights on pivoting to the at-home fitness market during the pandemic and how Your Reformer is now exploring B2B partnerships. She also reflects on t...

In this week’s episode of "This Week In Fitness," we cover a range of important stories impacting the fitness industry: Lululemon’s Q2 Financial Report: Lululemon reports a 7% revenue increase but falls short of Wall Street expectations after the withdrawal of their Breezethrough leggings. GLP-1 Medication Accessibility: Eli Lilly introduces a discounted self-pay option for Zepbound® GLP...

Join Krissy Vann in this insightful episode of the All Things Fitness and Wellness podcast as she welcomes Debra Strougo, a dynamic entrepreneur and Founder's Co-Pilot with over 20 years of experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Debra is best known for founding Row House, a brand she successfully scaled from a single studio to 300 locations through a strategic partnership with Xpone...

Ross Campbell is a leader in the fitness industry, known for driving innovation and growth within the sector. As the Founder and CEO of Beyond Activ, Ross has played a key role in shaping the organization's mission to bridge the gap between health clubs and healthcare. His focus on creating synergies between fitness and wellness has made Beyond Activ a leader in the global movement towards in...

Welcome to This Week In Fitness, your go-to source for the latest headlines in the fitness business world—all in under 5 minutes! Here’s what’s making news this week: Orangetheory Fitness Introduces PSL Workout: Orangetheory is bringing a fall twist to its routines with the one-day-only PSL workout on August 27th, emphasizing Press, Squat, and Lunge. Discover how fitness centers are evolving as es...

On this episode of The ATFW Podcast, hosted by Krissy Vann, we dive into the significant and timely topic of GLP-1 medications, including popular weight loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy, and their growing influence within the fitness industry. We're joined by Eric Durak, a leading authority in medical fitness with over 30 years of experience in wellness programming, clinical exercise, an...

Welcome to this week's episode of "This Week In Fitness," where we bring you the latest fitness business headlines from the fitness industry—all in under 5 minutes! In this episode, we cover: Life Time's Innovation: Discover how Life Time is revolutionizing pickleball with its patent-pending "Ultimate Pickleball," designed for consistent performance and durability. Te...

In this episode of All Things Fitness and Wellness, we sit down with Joe De Sena, the relentless founder of Spartan. Joe's journey from a pre-teen entrepreneur to building a multimillion-dollar business in college and creating a Wall Street trading firm is just the beginning. His mission to inspire 100 million people to get off their couches led him to create the Spartan lifestyle, transformi...

Welcome to this week's episode of "This Week In Fitness," where host Krissy Vann dives into the most important headlines shaping the fitness industry. In this episode, we explore a range of topics that highlight the latest trends and developments. Topics Covered: Life Time Group Q2 2024 Results: Discover how Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. achieved an impressive 18.9% revenue increas...

On this episode of the ATFW Podcast, host Krissy Vann welcomes DeAnna and Kurt Mangum, the dynamic duo behind CoupleyFit, a brand dedicated to promoting generational health and corporate wellness.  From their humble beginnings in the food and beverage industry to becoming digital fitness influencers, DeAnna and Kurt share their journey of building CoupleyFit into a benefit corporation focused on s...

Welcome to "This Week In Fitness," where we crunch the latest fitness business headlines all in under 5 minutes. I’m your host Krissy Vann, and here’s what’s making news this week: Planet Fitness Expansion: Planet Fitness opens its first club in Spain, introducing their Judgement Free® Zone to a new market. Equinox Resort Treyam: Equinox Hotels unveils plans for a new luxury wellness res...

Explore the latest in fitness industry financial trends, AI innovations, and real estate strategies. Join experts as they discuss GLP-1s, capital investment, and the future of health clubs. Welcome to the third edition of the Quarterly Fitness Forecast, proudly presented by ABC Fitness and hosted by Krissy Vann. In this episode, we explore critical topics impacting the fitness industry, including...

Welcome to "This Week In Fitness," where we crunch the latest fitness business headlines and insights all in under 5 minutes. This is your go-to podcast for staying updated on the latest developments shaping the fitness industry. Hosted by Krissy Vann,  here's what's making industry news this week: 1. Roche’s New Oral GLP-1 Obesity Drug: Roche has announced positive results fro...

Welcome to MarketFit, our quarterly panel dedicated to empowering fitness businesses with cutting-edge digital marketing insights and strategies. Hosted by Krissy Vann, this expert-led podcast features a rotating team of top marketing professionals who delve into the latest trends and best practices in SEO, local SEO, and social media marketing specifically tailored for the fitness industry. In ea...

Get ready to crunch the latest fitness headlines -- —all in under 5 minutes. Let’s sprint through the latest happenings in the fitness industry and fitness business news. Welcome to "This Week in Fitness" by ATFW hosted by Krissy Vann. In this episode, we cover: -A recent ukactive poll revealing 85% UK adult preference for gym-based health solutions over weight-loss drugs. -The Internati...

In this episode of All Things Fitness and Wellness, we're joined by Brian Von Ancken, the visionary founder of ANCKOR and the now publicly launched Wellness Growth Mastermind. Brian's journey from a law career to the wellness industry was shaped by personal hardships, including miscarriage and divorce, leading him to embrace holistic health beyond physical fitness. As a former early hire...

Welcome to "This Week in Fitness" by ATFW! Join us as we cover the latest fitness business headlines and research—all in under 5 minutes. In this episode of the podcast: -HYROX Partners with GoodLife Fitness: Discover how GoodLife Fitness is sponsoring HYROX Toronto 2024, creating new opportunities for competitors and spectators. -YouGov Survey on Gym Membership Cancellations: Learn why...

Dr. Michael Hosking, a distinguished Ph. D. in Biology, former Davidson College faculty member, and avid cyclist. In this insightful episode, Dr. Hosking shares his compelling journey from overcoming debilitating depression to founding Revocycle Mind and Body Cycling, a mindfulness-based indoor cycling program. In this episode, Dr. Hosking delves into: - The Neuroscience of Exercise: Understanding...

Get ready to crunch the latest fitness headlines -- —all in under 5 minutes. Let’s sprint through the latest happenings in the fitness industry and fitness business news. "This Week In Fitness" is hosted by Krissy Vann. In this episode, we dive into the latest developments that matter: -Discover the impact of Peloton's recent instructor departures and what it means for the fitness c...

In today's episode, we welcome Nastasia, the Vice President of Fitness Services at Fitness World Canada. Her story, like many industry executives we've featured, is marked by a deep-rooted passion for fitness and a belief in the transformative power of the industry. Nastasia's journey began as a lifelong athlete, but she encountered unhealthy habits during college. Diagnosed as pre-...

Join us in this insightful episode as we welcome Lisa Starr, Principal of Wynne Business Consulting & Education, Task Force Chair for the Global Wellness Institute Consulting Initiative, and host of The StarrCast Podcast. Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge from the spa and wellness industry to provide expert insights on the latest wellness trends to watch for in 2024. She discusses practical st...

Welcome to All Things Fitness and Wellness! In this episode, host Krissy Vann interviews Michaela Brown, GM of VIDA Fitness & Aura Spa and the Chair Urban Adventures Companies Diversity & Inclusion Board, who drives the company’s culture, operations, and community impact. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, including roles as an athlete, coach, personal trainer, and g...

On today's episode of All Things Fitness and Wellness, we welcome back Belgin Aksoy, the visionary Founder of Global Wellness Day. With a background in tourism and hotels that spans almost three decades, Belgin has dedicated her life to promoting wellness on a global scale. In 2012, she launched Global Wellness Day, an event now celebrated by millions across 170+ countries on the second Satur...

On today’s episode of "All Things Fitness and Wellness," we welcome Amira Polack, the visionary founder of Struct Club. When Amira ventured into group fitness instructing, she quickly realized that the curation of playlists and class structures was a time-consuming and self-funded endeavor. Driven by the conviction that there had to be a better way, Amira embarked on a mission to find th...

"Welcome to 'All Things Fitness and Wellness.' In this episode, we're honored to have Tara Levitt, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of ALTA Technology Group. Tara has a profound impact on the fitness technology industry, offering strategic consulting and fractional CXO services to top fitness organizations. Her career spans across various roles in member management software and...