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RISE UP: The Show

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Dive into a world of inspiration with Khaled Elmasri as your guide on the Rise Up podcast. Each week, Khaled brings you closer to the hearts and minds of influential figures who shape our world through their perseverance, sharing their extraordinary stories of triumph over adversity. Join us as we explore the depths of their journeys, uncovering the struggles and setbacks that led to their defining moments—the times they stood firm, embraced their purpose, and chose to Rise Up. Get ready to be moved, inspired, and motivated to make a difference in your own life and in the lives of others. This...

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Sep 24, 2025

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Episodes

ALL Rise: Key Play #4: Develop A Great Training Plan 24.09.2025

In this conversation, Khaled Elmasri discusses the significance of developing a robust training program as a key play to outperform competition in the fitness industry. He emphasizes the necessity of continuous improvement and training for team members to meet new goals and enhance performance. The conversation outlines the essential components of an effective training program, including identifyi...

ALL Rise: Key Play #3: Motivate Your Team 17.09.2025

In this episode of the Les Mills Education Series, Khaled Elmasri discusses the third key play to beat the competition: motivating your team. He emphasizes the importance of understanding individual motivations, setting clear goals, and fostering a supportive team environment. The conversation covers various strategies for effective motivation, including setting team and individual goals, building...

Ryan Stewman on Resilience, Mentorship, and Legacy 10.09.2025

In this episode of Rise Up the Show, Khaled Elmasri interviews Ryan Stewman, a prominent figure in the world of entrepreneurship and personal development. Ryan shares his journey from a troubled past to becoming a successful entrepreneur, highlighting the influential figures in his life, including Monica, George, and Amy. He discusses the importance of unconditional love, mentorship, and the lesso...

Transforming Campus Recreation at USF w/ Annika Larson 03.09.2025

In this inaugural episode of Les Mills Talks Campus Recreation, Khaled Elmasri interviews Annika Larson, the Group Fitness Coordinator at the University of South Florida (USF). Annika shares her journey from being a student to a coordinator, emphasizing the importance of community, belonging, and creating safe spaces in fitness. She discusses the popularity of various group fitness programs, the i...

ALL Rise: Key Play #2: Recruit Winning Players 27.08.2025

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses key strategies for succeeding in the club business, focusing on the importance of data, recruiting top talent, and leveraging social media to find the next generation of fitness instructors. He emphasizes the need for mentorship and an always-on recruitment strategy to stay competitive in the fitness industry. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and sh...

From Passion to Profit: Dan Uyemura on Gym Success, Personal Growth, and the Future of Fitness 20.08.2025

In this episode, Dan Uyemura discusses the importance of focusing on the business side of running a gym and the challenges that gym owners face in balancing their passion for fitness with the necessary operational tasks. He emphasizes the need to prioritize the 'broccoli' aspects of the business, such as sales, marketing, and operational excellence, in order to run a successful gym. Dan also explo...

ALL Rise: Key Play #1: Create a Scoreboard 13.08.2025

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses the first key play to beat the competition in the fitness industry, which is to create a scorecard. He emphasizes the importance of measuring metrics to effectively manage and improve performance. Khaled highlights the significance of retention, frequency of attendance, and the cost difference between retaining current members and acquiring new ones. He su...

ALL Rise: The Eight Keys To Beat The Competition And Improve Retention 06.08.2025

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses the eight keys to beat the competition and improve retention in the fitness industry. He emphasizes the importance of creating a playbook and treating group fitness as a standalone business. Khaled highlights the challenges faced by traditional clubs, such as increasing competition and shifting demographics. He also explores the impact of digital fitness a...

All Rise: Resetting the Sales Process: Prioritizing the New Member's Journey (PART 2) 30.07.2025

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses points three, four, and five of resetting the sales process. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the drivers of habit formation and building a social community. He also highlights the need for a member's needs analysis, including their goals, motivations, availability, exercise preferences, barriers to exercise, and budget. Khaled suggests mappin...

All Rise: Resetting the Sales Process: Prioritizing the New Member's Journey 23.07.2025

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri discusses the importance of resetting the sales process in health clubs and prioritizing the new member's journey. He highlights the need to support new members in creating positive exercise habits from the start to increase retention rates. Khaled also emphasizes the importance of offering class variety, different durations, digital options, and great music and ins...

Building a Strong Community in Campus Recreation w/ Steven Trotter 16.07.2025

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri interviews Steven Trotter, the Director of Well-being at Eastern Carolina University, to explore his journey in the fitness industry and the transformative impact of group exercise on student well-being. Together, they delve into the crucial role of creating a sense of community within group fitness classes and the influence of facility design on enhancing the overa...

The Five Key Skills of Being a Les Mills Instructor w/ Cesar Vasquez 09.07.2025

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri interviews Cesar Vasquez, a Les Mills instructor, about the behind-the-scenes of being a Les Mills instructor. They discuss the importance of social connection, the role of the instructor in creating a sense of community, and the impact of technology on human interaction. They also explore the five key skills of being an instructor: workout plan, technique, coaching...

The Value of Humility and Collaboration in the Fitness Industry w/ Anastacio (Artie) Torres 02.07.2025

In this episode, Khaled Elmasri interviews Anastacio Torres, a fitness industry veteran with 19 years of experience. They discuss Anastacio's journey in the fitness industry, the importance of failure as a teacher, and the need for personal trainers to develop business acumen. They also touch on the evolving role of personal trainers as overall health coaches and the increasing focus on mental hea...

All Rise: Onboarding New Gym Members: The Importance of Routine 25.06.2025

Welcome back to our series on onboarding new members! In this episode, Khaled Elmasri delves into the crucial role that routines play in helping new gym members stick with their fitness journeys. Last week, we discussed the first two drivers of habit formation: quality motivation and enjoyment. This week, we focus on the third driver: routine. Key Points Covered: High Dropout Risk: New members, es...

Les Mills Group Fitness: Elevate Your Health Club & Personal Training Business ( On the ISSA Trainers Talking Truth Podcast) 18.06.2025

In this episode, Jenny and John chat with seasoned fitness professional Khaled El Masri. Khaled takes us through his inspiring journey, from starting as a personal trainer and rising to the role of Director of Fitness at a prominent health club chain. Later in the conversation, Khaled dives into his current role at  Les Mills , highlighting the significant impact the company has on the health club...

All Rise: Keeping Fitness Fun: How to Boost Gym Enjoyment & Consistency 11.06.2025

Welcome to RISE UP: The Show, where we dive deep into strategies to make fitness a joyful and sustainable part of life! In today’s episode, we explore three crucial aspects to enhance the gym experience and ensure members stick to their fitness goals with enthusiasm. What you'll learn: Intrinsic Motivation Over Extrinsic Rewards: Discover why the "no pain, no gain" approach is outdated and how sta...

All Rise: Unlocking Member Success: 5 Drivers of Habit Formation in Fitness 04.06.2025

In this episode of our Les Mills series on gym member onboarding, we focus on the critical aspects of habit formation that can make or break a member's fitness journey. We dive into the first three of five key drivers designed to help members maintain their motivation and achieve their fitness goals: Quality Motivation: We discuss the importance of setting realistic and time-bound goals right from...

All Rise: Onboarding New Members: The Science of Habit Formation 28.05.2025

Join me over the coming weeks as we go through the Les Mills research and insights around Onboarding New Members. In this first video, I share 3 reasons why members leave and the impact it will have on the retention of members at your club.

Unveiling Fitness Insights with Industry Veterans: A Deep Dive with Jarrod Saracco 21.05.2025

Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we explore the dynamic world of fitness through the expert eyes of Jarrod, a seasoned industry veteran with three decades of experience. Join us as we discuss evolving trends, personal insights, and the future of fitness. Today, Jarrod Saracco talks about: ●Current Trends and Future Directions.● Enhancing Fitness Experiences. ● Personalized Interactions...

Navigating Entrepreneurship & Growth w/ Garth Voisin 14.05.2025

Dive into the heart of entrepreneurship with Khaled and Garth as they get real about their journey. This episode is packed with stories, lessons, and laughs, covering: Startup Struggles & Successes: The raw truth about starting from scratch in competitive fields. It's all about the hustle, vision, and the patience to see it through. Travel Tales: How hitting the road has shaped the business. B...

Talking ALL THINGS fitness and podcasting with Khaled Elmasri (On the Sizzle Society Podcast) 07.05.2025

More from SizzleSociety:Website: https://sizzlesociety.com/ Takeaways: - Starting a podcast requires taking action and not letting self-doubt hold you back.- Building a fitness career involves setting clear financial goals and creating a plan to achieve them.- Hiring and retaining talent in the fitness industry requires aligning the company's mission and values with the individual's purpose and vi...

M.R. E.L.F (Mission, Reliability, Enthusiasm, Lead by Example, and Feedback) w/ Brian Weaver 30.04.2025

On this episode, we catch up with High-Performance Sales and Executive Leadership Coach, Brian Weaver we talked with him about: • Sales Reflections: Risk, Relationships, and Growth• 3 C's: Celebration, Collaboration, Connection• Presence: Impact on Sales and Leadership====================================================== Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on your notifications so you never...

Balancing Success Without Sacrificing Happiness w/ Ben Ludwig 23.04.2025

Finding the right balance is crucial for a successful and fulfilling work environment. On one end, being too sensitive and avoiding setting clear goals can hinder growth. On the other end, prioritizing numbers over people can lead to a toxic and stressful atmosphere. Let's strive for a harmonious workplace where productivity and well-being coexist.  Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and shar...

The Tools To Living Longer and Recovering Faster w/ Jason Stella 16.04.2025

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How To Win(In Business) w/ Jessica Yarmey 09.04.2025

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