Club Solutions Magazine

Clive Chesser, the CEO of PureGym, shares the evolution of the brand from its start in the UK to its global expansion across Europe, the Middle East and the U.S. The conversation highlights the brand's success, Chesser's background, global fitness trends and the future of PureGym as it continues to expand.

Personal training is a common service in the fitness industry, but the reasoning behind why men and women choose personal training can be very different. In Episode 7 of The Research Debrief, hosts Rachel Chonko and Luke Carlson look at an article written by Carlson and his colleagues at Discover Strength that surveyed the difference in men and women's choice to have a personal trainer. The conver...

As recruitment challenges intensify and last minute coverage disrupts operations, fitness leaders are confronting a bigger question: Is people management built to scale — or are outdated systems hurting the member experience? Rosanna Tucker, the CEO and co-founder of CoverMe, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss the creation of CoverMe and how it offers a dig...

Exercise during pregnancy has long been encouraged, but clear guidance on what actually drives measurable physiological benefits has often been inconsistent. Episode 6 of The Research Debrief unpacks a newly published systematic review and meta-analysis from the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology examining how structured exercise training during pregnancy impacts maternal biomarkers. Th...

As fitness guidance continues to evolve, some of the most widely accepted ideas deserve a second look. In Episode 5 of The Research Debrief, Rachel Chonko and Luke Carlson examine new research published in the Journal of Physiology that challenges widely shared advice about timing strength training around the menstrual cycle. The conversation breaks down what the science actually shows — and the m...

What if the most popular cardio advice is actually slowing member progress — instead of accelerating it? In Episode 4 of The Research Debrief, Rachel Chonko, our hosts examine new scientific research questioning the effectiveness of “Zone 2” cardio training for the general population — and what it means for health clubs, operators and fitness leaders. This episode explores: -Why Zone 2 training be...

What if one of the most confusing parts of strength training… is also one of the simplest? In Episode 3 of The Research Debrief, our hosts break down a recent high-impact study that challenges one of the most persistent beliefs in fitness: that lifting heavier weights leads to greater muscle growth. Drawing from research published in The Journal of Physiology by scientists at McMaster University,...

Sam Bernstein, COO of Chelsea Piers, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss the brand's growth and new locations.

Could healthy aging be the fitness industry's biggest opportunity? In Episode 2 of The Research Debrief, Rachel Chonko, Editor-in-Chief of Club Solutions, and Luke Carlson, founder and CEO of Discover Strength, examine the scientific consensus on how exercise directly impacts healthy aging — and what that means for fitness operators. This episode explores: -Why healthy aging is the fitness industr...

What if strength training is one of the most powerful — and underused — tools for improving mental health? In Episode 1 of The Research Debrief, Rachel Chonko, Editor-in-Chief of Club Solutions, and Luke Carlson, founder and CEO of Discover Strength, break down the latest scientific research on how resistance training impacts anxiety and depression — and what it means for health clubs, operators,...

Josh Rider, president and COO of YouFit, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss the transformation of the brand since his start in his role and where he see the future of the company headed.

Matt Goebel, CEO and founder of Woven, sat down with Club Solutions Podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss the platform’s creation to streamline operations for multi-location fitness businesses. Goebel shares how simplifying operational processes can help improvement, engagement and consistency. He also touches on technology, how it should be used and the challenges that come with it. Lastly, he ad...

Chad Shaw, COO of Fit Athletic Club in San Diego, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss community, recovery and wellness in the fitness industry. Shaw discusses the luxury fitness brand's signature events, its wellness day-club concept Fit Social and the integration of recovery amenities directly into membership. He also touches on rising trends such as streng...

With the ongoing AI-craze, there’s newfound potential for clubs to bridge gaps in service quality and sales execution for lasting improvement. That’s why companies like AI Front Desk are stepping up to offer promising results amid this national trend. Taylor Gabhart, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Brian Holmes, the CEO of AI Front Desk, to discuss how the company was...

Every health club leader should understand the importance of their most valuable participants. They stay and visit longer at clubs and are often your loudest advocators. Taylor Gabhart, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Mario Tarquinio, the head of key accounts/verticals at Les Mills U.S., to discuss how to best build a loyal, engaged membership base. Recently, Les Mill...

Luke Carlson, the founder and CEO of Discover Strength, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss everything regarding efficient, research-backed strength training. Carlson details how the company was founded with a mission to bridge the gap between exercise science and practical workout methods, focusing exclusively on personalized, evidence-based strength traini...

The most influential generation that’s shaping the fitness industry right now is Gen Z members. This value-driven, tech-savvy group is redefining what it means to be a fitness consumer. They prioritize authenticity, sustainability, mental well-being and meaningful community. Taylor Gabhart, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Ruben Mejia, the executive vice president of S...

Blair McHaney, the president and CEO of MXM, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss everything regarding member experience from creating memorable moments to intentional service. Key strategies include empowering staff to foster positive memories, such as sending handwritten cards, making personal introductions and anticipating member needs. McHaney also stress...

Jenn Hogg, the director of group fitness at East Bank Club in Chicago, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Chonko to unpack what it really takes to build a thriving group fitness program. They cover everything from aligning instructors with your club’s brand identity to designing smarter class schedules and delivering evaluations that inspire your team. Hogg also shares why s...

Recovery and biohacking innovations continue to be a major focus of the fitness industry. One company excelling with this current trend is Power Plate. With comprehensive staff training, digital resources and proven results used by pro teams and celebrities, Power Plate offers fitness facilities a competitive edge in the growing recovery and wellness market. Taylor Gabhart, the editor of Club Solu...

Bryan Myers, the CEO of [solidcore], recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Chonko. The two discuss the brand's recent majority investment from L Catterton, what sustainable growth really looks like in boutique fitness, and how [solidcore] is doubling down on product excellence, community and innovation. They also discussed Myers’ philosophy on leadership, the challenge...

Chris Smith, the CEO and president of Fitness World, recently sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss current global fitness industry trends. Smith highlights the industry's resilience during economic uncertainty, the potential for expansion across different market segments and the need to serve diverse demographics, including seniors and youth. He also shares i...

A growing demand in the fitness industry from younger generations is access to environmentally responsible fitness solutions. To meet this trend, the energy-generating equipment at SportsArt can help clubs become carbon neutral through the company’s innovative technology. Taylor Gabhart, the editor of Club Solutions Magazine, recently sat down with Rueben Mejia, the executive vice president of Spo...

Derek Riley, the COO and president of Zoo Health Club, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss the unique franchise model of Zoo Health Club that emphasizes customization and community-focused fitness centers. Riley also highlights the trend of integrating holistic wellness services like hormone replacement therapy and IV therapy into gym operations, moving beyo...

Alyssa D’Aquino, the vice president of fitness at CR Fitness Holdings, sat down with Club Solutions Magazine Podcast host Rachel Chonko to discuss hot Pilates, strength training trends, what people are really looking for in group fitness and much more. If you’re interested in how to best capitalize on a few of the biggest current trends in the industry, then this is an ideal conversation for you t...