Fitness Premier

Fitness Premier's Beyond The Club

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Hosted by Jason Markowicz & Mike Orwig Step inside the heartbeat of Fitness Premier with Beyond The Club , the podcast that goes far past the gym floor. Join co-hosts Jason Markowicz and Mike Orwig as they pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build thriving fitness communities that transform lives—one rep, one relationship, one club at a time. Every episode features raw, unfiltered conversations with the people who make Fitness Premier pulse:  Elite trainers sharing cutting-edge programming, client breakthroughs, and the science of sustainable results  Club operators breaking down...

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Fitness Premier

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Health

Podcast website

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Latest episode

Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

Building a Fitness Empire in Montana: Insights from Chase Isle & Eddie Davila 01.07.2026

In this episode, Chase and Eddie share their inspiring journey from fitness entrepreneurs in Montana to successful franchisees. They discuss their partnership, the challenges of opening during COVID, and their vision for growth with Fitness Premier. https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspremier/ https://www.facebook.com/fitnesspremier

Inside the Mind of Fitness Leaders: Innovation and Community Focus w/ Eb Gideon & Keegan Mraz 01.05.2026

This episode features industry leaders Eb Gideon and Keegan Mraz discussing innovative strategies in fitness, member retention, recovery modalities, and future growth plans. Gain insights into how they are transforming the fitness experience and building a community-focused brand. https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspremier/ https://www.facebook.com/fitnesspremier

Building Community and Leadership in Fitness w/ Joey Kazda 01.04.2026

Join us as Joey Kazda shares his inspiring journey from gym member to general manager at Fitness Premier Minooka. Discover insights on leadership, community building, and the evolution of a fitness facility, along with tips on personal growth and industry success. https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspremier/ https://www.facebook.com/fitnesspremier

Episode 7: From Member to Multi-Unit Franchisee | Brent Bergeson 01.03.2026

Most entrepreneurs believe success comes from working harder — but Brent Bergenson's journey proves relentless effort isn't enough without strategic growth. In this episode, Brent shares how he transformed from a single trainer to a multi-club owner, revealing the behind-the-scenes decisions that fueled his rapid expansion and the secret sauce of building a team that scales with him. You...

The Journey of a Fitness Mom | Amanda Ducharme 01.02.2026

In this episode, Jason, Amanda, and Mike discuss the challenges and triumphs of balancing fitness, motherhood, and work life. Amanda shares her journey into the fitness industry, the importance of prioritizing health for moms, and her involvement in the Adaptive PE program that supports children with special needs. The conversation emphasizes the significance of community, personal growth, and the...

Episode 5: The Powerhouse of Plainfield | Chrissy Graf 01.01.2026

In this episode of the Fitness Mirror Beyond the Club podcast, host Jason Markowicz interviews Chrissy Graf, the operating partner of the Fitness Premier Plainfield location. Chrissy shares her inspiring fitness journey, the importance of community in the fitness industry, and the recent innovations at her gym, including the Relax and Restore suite. They discuss overcoming fears in business, balan...

Episode 4: Ricky Panfil 01.12.2025

Join host Jason Markowicz (CEO of Fitness Premier) and co-host Mike Orwig (Multi-Unit Franchisee) as they sit down with one of the youngest rockstars in the Fitness Premier system – Ricky Panfil. Ricky is already a full-time personal trainer, group training leader, and rising leader inside his club. In this high-energy episode, Ricky opens up about: How he went from being a skinny high school kid...

Episode 3: Keegan Mraz 25.11.2025

In this inspiring episode of Beyond The Club, host Jason Markowicz (CEO of Fitness Premier) and co-host Mike Orwig (Multi-Unit Franchisee) sit down with Keegan Mraz, one of Fitness Premier’s standout franchise owners, club managers, and longtime fitness professional. Keegan takes us back to where it all began: walking into a Fitness Premier club as a member years ago, falling in love with the comm...

Keegan: Member & Team Shout-Outs 25.11.2025

Keegan, Mike, and Jason's shout-outs to members and staff for the month of November!  https://www.instagram.com/fitnesspremier/ https://www.facebook.com/fitnesspremier

Episode 2: The Fitness Industry 17.11.2025

Join Mike and Jason, fitness industry veterans, as they break down the secrets to thriving as a personal trainer and franchisee. From navigating gym culture to building a successful fitness business, this podcast delivers actionable insights, expert tips, and real-world strategies to dominate the fitness world.  Tune in for motivation, growth, and insider knowledge! https://www.instagram.com/fitne...

Episode 1: From Classroom to Multi-Unit Franchisee 10.11.2025

Kick off Beyond The Club with the episode that started it all. Hosts Jason Markowicz and Mike Orwig sit down—no guests, no filter—to unpack the raw blueprint of running a Fitness Premier location, the high-stakes leap into franchising, and the unlikely path that turned a school principal into a multi-unit fitness empire builder. In this premiere episode, you’ll hear: The daily grind of a 24/7 club...

Beyond The Club: Episode 1 Teaser 05.11.2025

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