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After studying theatre and business in NYC, Founder Nick Staple s left abruptly after his sophomore year of college due to suffering from anxiety and depression. He quit his job on Broadway, at SoulCycle and Equinox and moved the next day home to Charleston, West Virginia. As he got home, he quickly realized he was missing the bike, and started Zenergy . Nick is doing the most amazing work bringin...

Happy Pride Month Braggies! 🏳️‍🌈 This month we are focusing on inclusive spaces, especially when it comes to the LGBTQ+ community. Fitness should be a safe space, and Shred415 is rooted in the concept of community. Vicky and Jen continue to support the mission of Shred415 through their work on the corporate team, and this is an inside look at how they keep this space one that we all know and love...

The Asset Brand is a collection of washable mats and accessories designed to move with you, class after class. You read that right, WASHABLE! These mats are designed to be put in your washing machine to keep your mat refreshed and clean. Ready to get your own mat? Shop all the mats and accessories: https://www.theassetbrand.com/ Find more on Instagram: @theassetbrand @postclassbrag & @katiebra...

Get ready to dance! We are talking with Gabby, owner of DanceWorks Indy this week! If you are about to say "I don't dance" and skip this episode...we dare you to try something you might not be "good" at... The first of it’s kind in the city, DanceWorks Indy is a studio built around the idea that dance works for everybody and  every body . Whether you are looking for a new h...

We are talking physical therapy and how the body works this week! Dan McGurren is a physical therapist in Tempe, AZ. He graduated from Saint Louis University in 2016 and earned his board specialty in orthopedic physical therapy and sports physical therapy in 2020 and 2022 respectively. He sees a variety of patients but mostly focuses on lower extremity athletes including post-operative care for kn...

The Beauty Boost is a community for women to feel empowered, healthy, and beautiful. Paige Braley is the owner of the Cincinnati TBB , and also just so happens to be one of my best friends. Each yeah The Beauty Boost hosts The Fitness Sampler, a day filled with the best workouts, the best vendors, and the best vibes. Find a Beauty Boost in your city! Find more on Instagram: @thebeautyboostcincy &a...

You have seen the viral HEROBOARD machine on social media, now you are getting an inside look from Tina Provensano Of course HEROBOARD is great for pilates, but Tina and I dive into all of the other formats that could benefit from a little bit of innovation! Tina also created the coolest fitness studio in Garden City, ID that I am dying to get to one day. CULTURE. is more than a gym. It’s a space...

I love taking classes when I travel, because I meet the greatest people. I met this week's guest when I was in LA last year, and found a cycling spot on ClassPass. Just goes to show that you can meet the best people by putting out into the world what you want to get back. (shoutout Caitlyn for that mantra at the end of this week's ep!) You can ride with Caitlyn at the Purple Pedal in Fulle...

You thought I wasn't going to have an episode this week?! April Fools to you! I know I said that it was TBD if I would have one this week, but here we are, I cannot stay away! Just a little short solo episode for your week! Find more on Instagram: @postclasbrag & @katiebragaw

Strength has no size limit. This week we have BODYBAR Pilates instructor Evelyn on the pod to talk about how size, skin color, financial status all do not matter when it comes to movement. Evelyn has become an absolute powerhouse AND a safe space on the schedule at the BODYBAR Chicago locations. I am taking her class after this episode airs, so wish me luck! Find more on Instagram: @m4drude &...

We are breaking down the rumors about Barry's this week with Brittany Ferrin, an instructor at the Barry's in Chicago! Brittany is the ultimate hype girl, and she also coaches at Equinox, Base Camp, and coming soon: REV'd Chicago! We talk staying motivated in group fitness, misconceptions of Barry's, and all things love for classes! Find more on Instagram: @brittanyferrin @postclas...

We are bringing the color to the pod this week! Tesni is custom shoe designer that blends her love for fitness and sports with her artistic talent. She even signed up for a half marathon just to advertise her shoes. Want your own custom pair of shoes for your next race or event? Check out her work and start dreaming up your perfect shoe! Find more on Instagram @heyshoebabe @postclassbrag & @ka...

BRAGGIES! Can you believe we have been at this for 2 years! What a ride it has been, I cannot thank you enough for all of the love and support you continue to give to this podcast. For the 2 year episode, we are welcoming a very special guest, my dad, Cliff Dittman! My dad is an avid outdoor cyclist that was the blueprint for me finding what fitness community was the right fit for me. He shares hi...

This week we are learning to barre BETTER! Chloe started barrebetter to help people improve their form, and build community. She found herself again through Pure Barre and the group fitness community, and wants to create that space for someone else that may need it. Know that if you are going through something, you are seen and loved by this podcast and the group fitness community. Find more: @bar...

If you have not watched the iFIT Trainer Games on Amazon Prime yet...warning, this episode contains spoilers! This week we welcome Nick Davis, an inclusive fitness coach, and iFIT Trainer Game s contestant onto the pod to talk about competing in a fitness reality tv contest, inclusive fitness, and so much more! You can workout with Nick from anywhere with his YouTube channel or on the LifeTime App...

Things are heating up this week! We have HOTWORX virtual instructor and studio owner Danica on the pod! HOTWORX is a virtually instructed exercise program created for users to experience the many benefits of infrared heat absorption, while completing a 30-minute Isometric workout or 15-minute High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) session. As the infrared heat penetrates your body causing you to...

Get REV'D up for this week's episode (see what I did there) we have Alyssa Pannozzi, Head of Experience for the Rev'd Fitness Foxborough location on the pod! We are talking running, we are talking mental health, and of course we are talking all things Rev'd. Find more on Instagram @therealapbp & @revd.fitness @postclassbrag & @katiebragaw

David and Lindsay Grass are on the pod once again to give us the scoop on the Faces of Fitness Festival! This year is going to be the most exciting because...Chicago isn't the only city this year! Pack your bags Braggies, we are headed to Miami this October! This year's festival is sponsored by Celsius and powered by Sweatpals , plus there will be so many vendors and fitness icons to disco...

It has been way too long since we had a yogi on the pod! This week we have Pooja Kothari on talking about her studio in Columbus, OH. Union Yoga offers a variety of classes from 26&2 (Traditional Bikram), Slow Flow, and Hot Sculpt. Want to try Union Yoga? New students can try a full month of classes for only $20 ! Find more on Instagram: @unionyoga.powell & @poojakotz @postclassbrag &...

This podcast has been full of the dancer to fitness pipeline, but today we are talking with an active dancer AND group fitness coach! Liv or Livvy Moves is a Pro [solidcore] coach , a professional dancer, and a cheer & dance teacher. We talk trying new things and being bad at them, how being afraid of [solidcore] is silly, and so much more! Find more on Instagram: @livvymoves (oh and also find...

Happy 2026 Braggies! We are kicking off the year SO STRONG with a powerhouse of a guest. Kayleigh Lavorini is the Lead Cycle Instructor at NYXX Cycle & Strength in Cincinnati, OH. She is also known to be a resident hype girl and equestrian! (OH YEAH, this girl RIDES) I hope you learn a lot, giggle a lot, and get A LOT out of this episode. Find more on Instagram: @kayleigh_lavorini & @nyxx_...

The final episode of 2025 is here! Just a short little solo ep on your NYE! I am breaking down the 6 things that are in for 2026, and the 6 things that are out! I am so excited about the things that are going to happen in 2026! I want to try new things, and celebrate more. Thank you for being here, for loving fitness, and loving the pod! Find more on Instagram @postclassbrag & @katiebragaw

Happy Holidays Braggies! This week we have Vanessa Hutchens , the owner of MVMT House in Downtown Indianapolis on the pod! MVMT House is a reformer pilates, rebounding, and mat based fitness studio that celebrates all bodies through low impact movement and community. MVMT House is launching their heated studio this December, and with that they have opened their founding memberships back up for a l...

This week we are welcoming Anna Kathryn to the pod! Anna is a Chicago based pilates and sculpt instructor that coaches at not one, but THREE studios: Equinox , YogaBox , and the FP Movement Studio ! We talk all things movement, cute clothes, surrounding yourself with the right people, and so much more. The next time you are in Chicago, taking and Anna clast MUST be on your list. The only question...