The Iron Life Podcast with Chris Tutela

Leadership is the problem, leadership is the solution.  On this episode I share what it takes to become a better leader.  And whether you realize it or not, everyone is a leader.  Everyone is influencing others. So if you want to be a better leader for your family, your team, or your business, this is for you. 

In this episode I share the six steps I would take to rapidly grow any gym in 90 days.  To join our live Gym Growth Masterclass on Friday July 17th at 2 PM EST and enter to win a full scholarship to our 90-day coaching program, click here -->> https://go.ttschallenge.com/live-webinar-page

Becoming great at anything requires a constant quest of self-mastery.  We should all strive to be great at everything we do.  On today's show I reflect on my journey and share with you the things that have shaped my life, in hopes that you will take action and apply them to yours.  Enjoy the show.

Now that summer is here you know what's coming... Members will be reaching out to cancel or put their memberships on hold. It's the nature of the beast.  However, that doesn't mean that you can't still have an awesome summer business-wise. On today's show I share four things you can do to not only improve retention rates but actually grow your business these next few months. 

On today's show I breakdown the exact steps you can take to get absolutely shredded.  Topics include: Why calories in vs. calories out isn't the only thing that matters How to optimize your training for fat loss Why I hate mixing strength & conditioning in the same training session Ideal cardio methods for heart health Why mental performance matters for fat loss The power of routines And more. Get...

This is something none of the "grow your gym" business gurus talk about. We can talk about marketing, sales, and the latest AI model all day.  But THIS is the foundation of what your business is built upon.  It's what keeps people coming back.  It's how you build something that's truly special and bigger than yourself.  On today's show I breakdown exactly what that is and how to build it into your...

Today's show is for high achieving men.  Most high-performers I know struggle with this. And as a results it has robbed you from happiness and added stress and anxiety to your life.  The thing I'm talking about is presence.  Today I share a story about how I've struggled with being present and a strategy I use to ground myself.  If you're someone who has big goals and works relentlessly towards th...

On today's episode of The Iron Business Show I walk you through a very simple step by step guide to creating better systems for your gym.  

I used to think very differently. And as a result there was a time where I was fat & broke, I'd quit on myself, make decisions out of fear, and cause damage by reacting emotionally.  I realized that there are 15 things that have helped me improve the thoughts that occupy my mind, which helped me turn my entire life around.  These are the same 15 areas I've helped hundreds of clients improve as wel...

You can't grow your gym to multiple six or seven figures if you operate like a gym owner doing $10k/month. To get to the next level you're going to need to step your game up. In this episode of The Iron Business Show I layout 15 things that all multiple six and seven figure gym owners do, so you can do the same.  #gymowner #gymowners #gymownerlife #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship

This episode is for men over 35 who want to get shredded. If you're ever going to achieve the results you want then you must STOP making one or more of these common mistakes.  On this episode I break down the biggest mistakes guys over 35 make in their training, nutrition and recovery and what you can do to fix it.  Enjoy the show. 

There are 6 keys to running a successful front end offer at your gym.  When you run these right you'll convert 65% or more of your trial members into recurring members.  Having strong recurring revenue is the backbone of your business. So it's important to get this right.  On today's show you exactly how to execute these 6 keys so you can start growing your gym today.  

My guest on today's show is my friend Jay Jablonski.  Jay is an actor and founder of Big Richard Energy. A supplement designed to support testosterone, energy, strength, muscle, recovery, libido and confidence.  Today we discuss his journey into entrepreneurship, training, injuries, supplementation, and everything in between.  We had a great conversation that I think you'll really enjoy.  And if y...

On this Q & A episode Chris dives into several topics including: Strategies to free up your time The best quad exercises for people with beat up knees How to lose the "last 15 pounds" of fat Action steps to take to grow your business fast And more! Enjoy the show.

On this episode of The Iron Business Show Chris breaks down why most gyms stay stuck at $20k/month or less, and what steps you MUST take to grow beyond it.

On today's Q and A episode I cover a variety of topics that include: Why some people train for years but never look any different How to differentiate your gym from the competition in your area How to lose the last 15 pounds How to strategically step back from working IN your business so you can work ON your business Ways I've coped with the loss of my brother And more. Enjoy the show.

My guest on today's show is Billy Hofacker. Billy specializes in helping gym owners improve their financial literacy so they can stop worrying about money.  He's also a speaker, author, podcast host, and BJJ black belt.  We had a great conversation that I think you'll really enjoy and get a lot out of.  Enjoy the show.

The new year is here and you have goals. 2026 is the year that you can transform your body and life once and for all.  You can be lean, strong, and confident as f*ck. But that doesn't happen by accident. It only happens if you set the right goal and reverse engineer it using what I call, daily non-negotiables.  On this episode of The Iron Life Podcast I breakdown how to set better goals and to cre...

On today's show Chris shares what it really takes to achieve success if fitness, business and life. 

On today's show I share some of the specific patterns and habits that separates successful people from everyone else. 

A few weeks ago I was asked that if I were to start a gym from scratch, how would I do it.  So I put up a post on IG walking through those exact steps.  That post generated a lot of buzz so I decided to go deeper into the topic on today's show.  So in this episode I provide you with the exact step by step guide that I would use to build my gym from scratch.  If you're a gym owner (or aspiring to b...

My guests on today's show are Gonzalo Martinez and Ramon Morales. Gonzo and Ray are two great coaches and gym owners out of San Diego, California.  Today they share their biggest struggles in business and life and the solutions they've used to solve them. Enjoy the show!

Today's episode is my first solo show in a couple months.  On this episode I fill you in on: My surprising blood work results My current training program and how I brought my body fat down to 7% The biggest mistakes I've made in business Strategies for you to grow your gym FAST And more. Enjoy the show!

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Iron Business Podcast! One these episodes my partner Joe DeFranco and I will be bringing you real, tactical advice and strategies you can apply to help grow your gym business. We'll also be interviewing other coaches who've gone through our program who have dealt with the same struggles you might be currently facing. On this episode we interview one of our Iron Business...

My guest on today's show is Nick Shaw.  Nick is the CEO and Co-founder of RP Strength, an IFBB professional bodybuilder, host of The RP Strength Podcast, and author of the book Fit For Success.  On this episode we dive deep into: How Nick started in the fitness industry The biggest hypertrophy myths (and what to do instead) Optimal training volume, frequency, and intensity for muscle growth What i...