Podcasts about innovative fitness

Curtis Christopherson has been a pioneering force in the personal training industry in Canada for the past 25 years. At a time when personal training was predominantly reserved for the affluent, athletes, and celebrities, he launched Innovative Fitness with a single location. He successfully navigated the company through significant challenges such as the dot-com bubble, the financial crisis, and the pandemic. Today, Innovative Fitness is renowned for its high-end boutique model, specializing in one-on-one and one-on-two personalized fitness and training sessions within their 4,000 to 5,000 square foot facilities. His commitment to quality and innovation has firmly established the brand as a leader in the field. Curtis details the operational and strategic initiatives that have fueled their continued growth as well as discuss the importance of standardizing personal services in their franchise model, the benefits of brand partnerships, and the holistic approach to wellness that includes everything from movement to metabolic health. He also provides insights into overcoming challenges like noncompete clauses, the critical role of training for new franchisees, and their use of technology to enhance customer experiences and trainer capabilities.  On building out the brand Christopherson states, "We have a pipeline of eager and hungry people that want to help us expand, many of which were our employees and the people that work for us. . . We also had a client base that were affluent enough and loved what they experienced from a service perspective." Key themes discussed Expanded to Seattle, focused on local engagement. Studio operators should embrace engaging community conversations. Discussed CrossFit franchise challenges, growth strategies needed. Trainers wield influential, trusted prescriptions over customers. ABC Fitness: A "34-year overnight success" in the billing industry. Feature offers significant opportunity for Trainerize and Glofox. Holistic fitness: Movement, nutrition, sleep, metabolic health. Supporting franchisees operationally ensures mutual success. A few key takeaways:  1. Operationalizing and Standardizing Personal Services: Curtis emphasizes the necessity of detailed documentation and providing franchisees with tools for hiring and scaling. This ensures consistency and helps franchisees deliver on brand promises. 2. Strategic Partnerships and Support Systems: He underscores the value of brand partnerships that add significant benefits for franchisees, such as connections with insurance and equipment providers. Their collaboration with ABC Trainerize and Glofox for membership management systems illustrates a strategic approach to operational efficiency. 3. Trainer-Centric Business Model: The Innovative Fitness model prioritizes employing full-time trainers working exclusively for the company. This ensures a balanced supply and demand for the clientele, while also maintaining their high quality of personal training services. 4. Holistic Fitness and Wellness Trends: Curtis discusses the industry's evolution towards integrating movement, nutrition, sleep, hormone, and metabolic health into fitness offerings. Their platform supports wellness professionals in prescribing products and services, portraying a comprehensive approach to fitness and wellbeing. 5. Expansion and Franchise Support: With plans to expand from Vancouver to Toronto and into the US market, Curtis outlines their methodical planning process for growth. Click here to download transcript.  Resources:  Curtis Christopherson: https://curtischristopherson.com/  Innovative Fitness: https://www.innovativefitness.com/  Prospect Wizard: http://www.theprospectwizard.com Promotion Vault: http://www.promotionvault.com HigherDose: http://www.higherdose.com  Connect With Us:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehaloadvisors/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Integritysquare  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@halotalks  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/integrity-square/  Website: https://www.halotalks.com

#208: I know you're going to enjoy my conversation with Curtis Christopherson.  Curtis used what is now known as house hacking to raise money for his first gym.  He was just 22 years old. As owner of Innovative Fitness, Curtis oversees 16 locations, with a focus on one-on-one and one-on-two! Find out how Curtis packs his gyms with people paying over $800 per month for personal training and keeps them for over 6 years! Here are some of the takeaways you'll gain from listening: How your attitude in anything is your attitude in everything The two non-negotiable things to scale your business Where the industry is headed and why you might want to change your messaging Find out more at www.curtischristopherson.com or www.Wrkout.com. Also, follow Curtis on Linkedin and Instagram.  Listen to this episode, apply what you learn, and teach it to others. By the way, be sure to connect with me on Instagram! Listen and grow! Your Financial Coach, Billy  P.S. If you or someone you know is looking for a plan to dial in their finances and achieve some financial freedom, book a short call with me here!  P.P.S. You can book a call at that same link if you are interested in getting your financials dialed in and efficient with bookkeeping.  

Welcome to a game-changing episode on Super Entrepreneurs Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of fitness innovation with the dynamic Curtis Christopherson. Discover transformative insights and expert tips that will elevate your fitness journey. Tune in now for an exclusive conversation that promises to reshape your approach to health and wellness. Let's embark on this empowering fitness odyssey together! Chapter Stamps: [00:02:00] Curtis discusses WRKOUT's digital platform and the technology impact on the fitness industry. [00:04:00] Shahid acknowledges Curtis's achievements and explores team support for over 1,700 trainers. [00:06:00] Curtis explains the franchise model and emphasizes the benefits of yoga for longevity. [00:08:00] Curtis stresses the importance of consistency, discipline, and leadership in both fitness and business. [00:09:00] Curtis shares experiences of scaling the business and the valuable lessons learned. [00:16:00] Curtis discusses the missing characteristics in today's workforce and habits that set successful health and wellness entrepreneurs apart. [00:20:00] Curtis shares information on joining WRKOUT and Innovative Fitness, highlighting their global reach.   Pullout Quotes:   "Mindset over mechanics – the key to success in both fitness and business." "Consistency requires discipline; discipline breeds success. It's a universal formula." "Understanding the user's needs is the art of launching a successful product." "Communication is a skill that sets successful entrepreneurs apart. Master the art of connecting." "Goal setting isn't just about business; it's about crafting a fulfilling life. Set goals that resonate with your essence."   Social: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-christopherson/ X: https://twitter.com/FitCoachCurtis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curtis_christopherson/   Disclaimer: Please be aware that the opinions and perspectives conveyed in this podcast are solely those of our guests and do not necessarily represent the views, ideologies, or principles of Super Entrepreneurs Podcast, its associated entities, or any organizations they represent or are affiliated with. We provide a platform for discussion and exploration, and the content of each episode is understood to be independent expressions from our guests, rather than a reflection of the beliefs held by the podcast or its hosts. Notice to the Super Entrepreneurs community: Before we part, remember to join our Private Facebook group, 'Mindset for Business Success' Here we share mindset wisdom to elevate your life and business LIVE every Tuesday morning(EST), ready for a transformative journey? This group is your key to unlocking potential and achieving business growth. Don't miss out on this incredible free resource. Join us in 'Mindset for Business Success' Today! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindsetforbusinesssuccess/ The only limits in our life are those we impose on ourselves. Bob Proctor  ▬▬▬ Free Clarity Call with Shahid▬▬▬  https://calendly.com/shahiddurrani/free-clarity-call-with-shahid-durrani ________________________________________________________________________ OFFERS: https://zez.am/officialshahiddurrani  ▬▬▬ Get my Free Webinar▬▬▬ How to super scale your business to the next level without chasing strategies and feeling stuck https://shahiddurrani.com/registration/  ▬▬▬ Business Funding▬▬▬  https://www.7figurescredit.com/superfunding  ▬▬▬ Fund Your Clients▬▬▬  https://join.7figurespartners.com/?a_aid=superfunding  ▬▬▬ The TEDx Talk Program▬▬▬ https://info.shahiddurrani.com/tedx ▬▬▬ Professional Investment Ideas Delivered to your Inbox▬▬▬ https://capexinsider.com/insider-newsletter/?orid=90906&opid=94 ▬▬▬ FREE DOWNLOAD Reveals Recession Proof Business▬▬▬ https://www.b2bfundingpartner.com/b2bfree100?a_aid=superfunding&a_bid=1f1eb0a5 ▬▬▬ START-UP INVESTOR READY TO HELP▬▬▬ https://info.shahiddurrani.com/ideas ▬▬▬ How to make $3,493 commissions without doing any selling▬▬▬ https://hop.clickbank.net/?affiliate=superentre&vendor=ambsador ▬▬▬ Stock/Options Trading Academy That Works▬▬▬ https://lddy.no/1gqxb  ▬▬▬ Real Estate Investing on Terms! No Credit | No Down payment▬▬▬ https://smartrealestatecoach.com/?sld=super Affiliate Disclaimer: If you buy through one of the links provided, I may receive a commission (without any additional charge to you).  @SuperEntrepreneursPodcast   @officialshahiddurrani 

In the latest episode of The Pilates Business Podcast, host Seran Glanfield dives into the world of fitness business scaling. Curtis Christopherson, the innovative mind behind WRKOUT and owner of Innovative Fitness, shares invaluable insights and strategies to help fitness studio owners thrive in a competitive industry. Discover the importance of innovation, digital positioning, systems, and creating personalized client experiences. Learn more about WRKOUT HERE: https://www.wrkout.com/GRAB YOUR FREE RESOURCE: The Studio Owner's Guide to MASTERING REELS

In this conversation, Curtis Christopherson, the founder of Innovative Fitness, shares his entrepreneurial journey from an early age. Curtis discusses the business model of his fitness studios and the importance of client retention and lifetime value. He explains how understanding the value of customers and recognizing their contributions is crucial for success. Curtis also introduces Dunbar's Law and how boutique studios can thrive by focusing on a smaller, engaged clientele. He emphasizes the significance of location strategy and highlights the shift in marketing strategies towards online visibility. The conversation then shifts to the evolution of the Workout app, which has become a recommendation platform for trainers to earn rewards. Curtis explains how trainers can make product recommendations and earn commissions through the app. He envisions boutique studios becoming wellness retailers through the app's capabilities. Some takeaways: Take calculated risks and make decisions based on worst-case scenarios.Handle team transitions with care and honor the relationships built.Never neglect due diligence, even with established success.Consider franchising as a growth strategy and carefully evaluate unit economics.Explore the potential of a semi-private training model for community-building and revenue diversification.Use metrics and ratios to track and optimize business performance. Understanding the value of customers and their lifetime value is crucial for the success of a fitness business.Boutique studios can thrive by focusing on a smaller, engaged clientele and leveraging Dunbar's Law.Location strategy plays a significant role in the profitability of fitness businesses.The shift in marketing strategies towards online visibility and recommendations is essential for success.The Workout app has evolved into a recommendation platform, empowering trainers to earn rewards through product recommendations.Connection Links:https://curtischristopherson.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtis-christopherson/https://www.wrkout.com/This Podcast is Presented to you by BUZOPS Software! Your next-generation gym management software and operational system, meticulously engineered for gym owners who seek excellence and efficiency. BUZOPS It's designed to empower you to flawlessly automate administrative tasks and optimize access management to your facilities, synchronizing effortlessly with member accounts, staff management, class bookings, scheduling, individual services, and user-friendly comprehensive business reports.

John Franklin (https://twitter.com/johnisbuilding?lang=en) chats with Curtis Christopherson (https://curtischristopherson.com/), the owner of Innovative Fitness (https://www.innovativefitness.com/). Together, they break down the exact business model that's helped Curtis scale 17 locations, each averaging $100k/mo. P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you don't miss out. Show Notes: (00:00) Introducing Curtis Christopherson (1:32) What is Innovative Fitness? (4:05) Packaging and pricing (5:54) Economics of a personal training location (11:41) Marketing and retention strategies (15:21) Community-building in the gym (24:00) Adapting to COVID in the fitness industry (30:27) Client engagement and programming (34:37) The hiring and onboarding process (44:39) Additional studio operations and systems (48:03) Customer service in the fitness industry (50:21) Finding a work-life balance as an entrepreneur (55:40) Where to go if you want to find Curtis

In this special episode produced in collaboration with “Gym World Worldwide,” John Franklin chats with Curtis Christopherson, owner of Innovative Fitness.Curtis' personal-training gym chain spans 23 locations, with each averaging over $1 million in annual revenue. Curtis is also the owner and founder of WRKOUT, a revolutionary digital platform designed for wellness professionals. He explains how he blew up his brand by prioritizing community and connection, even within a personal-training model. As a direct result of this focus, his studios boast an impressive client retention rate of 7.2 years. Curtis also shares how he balances his many commitments as a father of two by hiring great staff and carefully managing his time.Take top tips for success from Curtis and John and start applying them in your gym today.LinksGym Owners UnitedBook a Call4:19 - Packaging and pricing11:16 - Curtis' marketing18:21 - Bucket-list goals23:20 - Ready to expand43:01 - Processes and systems

Ben Carr, the owner of Innovative Fitness North Vancouver, didn't begin his career with aspirations of becoming a fitness industry leader. In an unexpected turn of events, he found himself engrossed in conversation at the Innovative Fitness booth during a career fair but the idea of being perceived as a mere "glorified pool boy in the gym" left him apprehensive.However, as conversation unfolded, Ben's perspective shifted as he realized that his impact could extend far beyond demonstrating how to lift weights. His capacity to assist individuals in reaching their goals outside the gym became evident, particularly in the Sea to Sky corridor, where such support is highly valued.Advancing a few years, a remarkable evolution occurred. Ben, alongside the Innovative Fitness team, plays an instrumental role in nurturing a vibrant and cohesive community. This community not only empowers individuals to achieve their goals but also provides a nurturing environment for mentorship and growth.If you would like to  get in contact with Ben hit him up at ben@innovativefitness.com, and to find out about Bikes 'n' Beers head to www.bikesnbeers.ca/Thank you for listening Get in touch with us via Steed Cycles or via our Instagram Hosted by Jarrad Connolly Produced by Sam James Listen to other episodes here.

Steven Borden is a former tight end at the University of Kentucky football program. He's been directly involved in the field of sports science since his playing days ended, starting his career at human measurement technology leader (VALD). There, he assisted elite sporting organizations and special operations groups in implementing measurement and tracking technologies to enhance athlete and warfighter preparedness. In 2021, VALD launched its sister company (SAGA Fitness), a fitness technology company who's current flagship product is a wearable called The BFR Cuffs - Steven now leads SAGA with the aim of delivering innovative fitness technology & education to the market.

Today we launch the Your Brain On... series, on the Brain Mastery Podcast!Today's guest, Liam Chisholm, exercise specialist and studio manager at Innovative Fitness, discusses the fickle nature of inspiration and the importance of discipline in achieving your goals. Liam inspires us to action, acknowledging our own self-resistance and asking for help if needed. This is Your Brain On "Workouts"Connect with Liam Chisholm:Website - https://www.innovativefitness.com/location/victoria-personal-training/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/innovativefitness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/innovativefitness/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-chisholm-aa080024b/

Matt Young Matt is a Business in Vancouver Top 40 Under 40, and Caldwell Partners Canadian Top 40 Under 40 business award winner. This serial entrepreneur graduated with a Kinesiology Degree from the University of British Columbia and started his first start-up company, a boutique health & fitness business: Innovative Fitness. Matt's ability to distill complex constructs into bite-sized pieces that can be understood has made him a sought-after business consultant. Matt is Globally recognized as THE expert in turning LTAD | ADM from theory into an operating system and has worked with organizations ranging from grassroots to professional & Olympic levels of sport. https://fsqsport.com/

Briana Boehmer is the Chief Operating Officer at Run the Edge, a Boulder-based fitness platform that aims to make fitness fun, accessible, and integral to daily life. They inspire and include people all over the world with their devoted team, dynamic challenges, and community-first approach. Briana ran collegiately for the University of Colorado and the University of Wisconsin, but now you'll find her standing atop the podium in multi-sport events. She's completed 6 full Ironmans, including the World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. She joined the show to talk about how they create gamified fitness experiences that challenge people to meet and exceed their goals. The platform at Run the Edge is a diverse set of virtual challenges that feature unique rewards and help foster community. There are seven different options that range from full-year challenges to monthly motivations. Briana loves working for startups with their hearts in the right place. Her 14 years of startup business development experience includes work for 5 different companies, each with a mission to help people lead healthier lives. Briana is a master organizer whose influence at Run The Edge is focused on ensuring everything they do centers on their mission “Everyone Included, Everyone Challenged, Everyone Successful.” Check out runtheedge.com to learn more about how they are trying to innovative fitness experiences for everyone.

This week's episode features Jeff Dallin, owner of Innovative Fitness Victoria. In this episode, he dives into the topic of personal growth and health. He shares what step one is on a journey to better health and fitness and how you can be anchored to your goal.Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO of ABI Wellness, Mark Watson. He is an expert on brain injury recovery and has a passion for educating people about the potential to change, adapt, and heal the brain.Featuring:Jeff Dallin – Website, LinkedInInnovative Fitness – Website, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedInMentioned:MeditationsThe Obstacle is the Way by Ryan HolidayStillness is the Key by Ryan HolidayMan's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Matt Young is an industry leader with over 25 years of experience in the allied health care sector. Matt's two decades of leadership of his business Innovative Fitness led to thirteen franchises and personal recognition as a Top 40 Under 40 honorees by the City of Vancouver BC and the country of Canada. In early 2010, Matt turned his focus to the not-for-profit sector where he founded a charity focused on supporting the development of physical literacy for youth. As the charity scaled nationally & internationally, Matt was challenged to create sustainable programs, products & services to support the development of physical literacy in community settings. Now, his companies Quality Sports Hub and FQS Sports are on a mission to steward change in our sports development model and to provide a blueprint for sports organizations to thrive and prosper so that our children may do the same, spiritually, and physically. Despite becoming a global multibillion-dollar per year business, sport lacks leadership connecting & guiding stakeholders through a quality sport process at the development end of the funnel. A clearly defined, easy to follow pathway is the start to consistent, sustainable athlete & coach development processes.

In Cleveland Ohio for the week and got a chance to sit down with https://www.facebook.com/EliteHops/?__cft__[0]=AZXMwXYqAUqs97Ce3tki8QKgO0EMR-lSljvVOB4n8I9UUANieGy2EQo8G9arZt1NElTJKfT27geOVr5tVP1-hoglGGOoPGd4m6stndrPzhm2QzlDCAuz-beOa7OloTRhY7YiST8x_Ds8tSyHpcbFnsvBLtCCAmaA9jk1renDFHiAQg&__tn__=kK-R (Innovative Fitness / Elite Hops Jump class/ Bungee Fit) owner Nicole DeCore to talk about how she created the first rebound studio of it's kind in Ohio and nationwide! She's battled breast cancer, and raised twins while building the business with her husband who owns https://www.facebook.com/DeCoreMartialArts/?__cft__[0]=AZXMwXYqAUqs97Ce3tki8QKgO0EMR-lSljvVOB4n8I9UUANieGy2EQo8G9arZt1NElTJKfT27geOVr5tVP1-hoglGGOoPGd4m6stndrPzhm2QzlDCAuz-beOa7OloTRhY7YiST8x_Ds8tSyHpcbFnsvBLtCCAmaA9jk1renDFHiAQg&__tn__=kK-R (DeCore Martial Arts) Watch below to hear her amazing story and learn why she's redefining fitness! Watch till the end to see one of her classes in action! As always, visit https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Faveragebrosfitmedia.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0OAzi0YHvVrZxZOZJGDfVtGbRyIvubrGIE52hMFCWfDxDAYUhF5NQ1vVE&h=AT3z8L0qwar27uoB1bPuZMPpOWiYfwN_kPsAguUb__Lu9NmpK501MTNAhbUYEMFzfun7EGqK7TcMYJENoMNEDHpjNGSuKW1TB2orp2OVpdv2ewYz95ikL7TgdxUIFSYamttx&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT3sP6Nz4pXklcAOMc5WIIcY5w2Sm-dZEn7YXZLuOhIQmYAPNwqWr1O3EL0ClAgW2G8Y0YhI-MVdC6cG8-NUcg2AFDBzRgGeahnxEeEqB1GoPH1C0GTsJCSUJA35IQCPV_LIbWgNXcTIRrcYphtrvuza0nLRrmAZxtLXagIgXwYgDn3yr_o9iZJU7fO-1bAydehekw (averagebrosfitmedia.com) for more content!

With over 20 years of qualified experience in the health and fitness industry, Curtis Christopherson is the founder & CEO of WRKOUT, the first connected fitness brand to deliver live, face-to-face personal training optimized for the virtual experience. He is also the owner of Innovative Fitness, North America's largest network of premium personal training studios. Based out of Vancouver, Canada, Curtis leads over 300 virtual and in-person trainers and was recognized as “Canada's Top Trainer” in 2020 by Impact Magazine. He has also been featured in notable publications such as Forbes, The Globe and Mail, and SGB Magazine – and was also a former Ernst and Young Canadian Entrepreneur of the Year finalist! While leading the businesses, Curtis has completed extreme adventures and some incredible physical feats. As examples, Curtis has competed in a 100km Del Sahara desert run, several Half Ironmans, over 15 marathons, been on the podium for multiple adventures, and knocked off some international hikes such as the West Coast Trail (in 21 hrs), Machu Picchu, and Kilimanjaro. He has also been a part of a team that cycled across Canada (which set a Guinness Book of World Records) and Australia to raise over a million dollars for Juvenile Diabetes. Beyond his years, Curtis will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on the health and fitness industry and he has no qualms about bringing others along for the journey.   https://www.wrkout.com/   Connect with us: https://www.futureoffitness.co/

With over 20 years of qualified experience in the health and fitness industry, Curtis Christopherson is the Founder & CEO of WRKOUT, the first connected fitness brand to deliver live, face-to-face personal training optimized for the virtual experience. He is also the owner of Innovative Fitness, North America's largest network of premium personal training studios. Based out of Vancouver, Curtis leads over 300 virtual and in-person trainers and was recognized as "Canada's Top Trainer" in 2020 by Impact Magazine. He has also been featured in notable publications such as Forbes, The Globe and Mail, and SGB Magazine – and was also a former Ernst and Young Canadian Entrepreneur of the Year finalist! While leading the businesses, Curtis has completed extreme adventures and some incredible physical feats. As examples, Curtis has competed in a 100km Del Sahara desert run, several Half Ironmans, over 15 marathons, been on the podium for multiple adventures, and knocked off some international hikes such as the West Coast Trail (in 21 hrs), Machu Picchu, and Kilimanjaro. He has also been a part of a team that cycled across Canada (which set a Guinness Book of World Records) and Australia to raise over a million dollars for Juvenile Diabetes. Beyond his years, Curtis will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on the health and fitness industry and he has no qualms about bringing others along for the journey. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada's economy. To support Canada's businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Dr. Byrne's deep passion is to use the latest science to help people change their behaviors, reverse their chronic illnesses and optimize their health.  He believes that we all need our own wellness practice; something that's fun and energizes us so we can achieve our peak potential.Brendan has been a physician and digital pioneer for the past 25 years. Trained at Yale and McGill, he has had a parallel career as an entrepreneur. From his original practice in New Westminster, Brendan created electronic medical record software and built a business that eventually was acquired by TELUS Health and currently serves over 50% of Canadian physicians.  From 2015 to 2018, he served as the Chief Innovation Officer for TELUS Health.  He currently sits on the boards of the BC Academic Health Sciences Network and the Institute for Precision Therapeutic Nutrition. Brendan is a life-long runner, a former competitive track athlete, who now runs 20-30 miles a week.  He is a late convert to the functional movement and resistance training and does personal training with Innovative Fitness at the Wellness Garage. On today's podcast Nicolette and Dr. Bryne talk about all things diabetes. Brendan tells us about his practice, The Wellness Garage, that has a gym space, plant-based café, meditation room and an exam room and how he uses it to help people reverse their chronic diseases. They discuss the challenge of diabetes education and how it's geared for people on medication, not people who want to get off them. Brendan also teaches us about how we need to move away from processed foods and to whole nutritious and he shares the 4 points on how to reverse diabetes, unravel the loop of the turnstile of fat and insulin, and how lose weight once and for all. Find Dr Brendan Bryn at: Website: www.wellnessgarage.ca Facebook: @wellnessgarage Instagram: @wellness.garage Twitter: @wellness_garage Discussed on the PODCAST: Telus Health – www.telushealth.com Diabetes Canada – www.diabetes.ca Book - Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Roy Taylor - https://www.amazon.ca/Your-Simple-Guide-Reversing-Diabetes/dp/1780724993/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1628542659&sr=8-1 Bariatric surgery - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bariatric_surgery David Ludwig – www.drdavidlugwig.com Dr Eric Topol - https://topol.hee.nhs.uk/the-topol-review/ Kevin Hall, NIH researcher - https://irp.nih.gov/pi/kevin-hall Chris Gardner - https://med.stanford.edu/nutrition.html Get Off Your F.A.A.T Ass Course - https://nicolette-richer.mykajabi.com/get-off-your-FAAT-Ass If you are currently battling a Chronic Degenerative Disease, Nicolette is doing one on one consultations again. Go to www.nicolettericher.com to set up an appointment today! Our 22M Bike tour is still happening once the world returns to its new normal. Find out more about and support our 22 Million Campaign here - http://www.richerhealth.ca/ Want to improve your health… Click here to access our FREE resources so you can live your best life! https://nicolettericher.com/free-stuff Find out ways you can work with Nicolette to improve your health here: https://nicolettericher.com/work-with-me Join Nicolette at one of her retreats https://richerhealthretreatcentre.com/ Find out more about our non-profit society Sea to Sky Thrivers - https://seatoskythrivers.com/ Want to know more about Nicolette's Green Moustache Café's https://www.greenmoustache.com/ Sign up for the Eat Real to Heal Online Course - https://nicolettericher.com/eat-real-to-heal Buy the Eat Real to Heal Book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Eat-Real-Heal-Medicine-Arthritis/dp/163353782X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1567629190&sr=8-1

In this EP, Dom Gauthier and I get into a great chat about all things athlete development with Matt Young.  Matt is an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, Business in Vancouver Top 40 Under 40, and Caldwell Partners Canadian Top 40 Under 40 business award winner. This serial entrepreneur graduated with a Kinesiology Degree from the University of British Columbia and started his first start-up company, a boutique health & fitness business: Innovative Fitness. Matt's ability to distill complex constructs into bite-sized pieces that can be more easily understood & activated by those delivering the service and the consumer has made him a sought-after business consultant. This is a great performance conversation, enjoy!

In this week's episode, James gets to know Matt from FSQ Consulting. Matt is an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, Business in Vancouver Top 40 Under 40, and Caldwell Partners Canadian Top 40 Under 40 business award winner. He is a serial entrepreneur with a Kinesiology Degree from the University of British Columbia. His first start-up company was a boutique health & fitness business: Innovative Fitness.    Matt's ability to simplify complex things into simple concepts has made him a sought-after business consultant. After scaling his business into a national franchise, Matt sold it in 2018. He turned his attention to supporting a variety of for-profit and not-for-profit organizations in the health, wellness, and sport sect   What you'll find out in this week's episode:   Getting to know Matt: Matt's earliest sporting memory The differences in approaches to sport in school from Canada to the US Matt's opinion on having external organizations going to schools to coach How Matt changed his mind from pursuing a career in education to Kinesiology Matt's fitness business and how they scaled it How Matt got recognized by the governing bodies Challenges that Matt and his team encounter when implementing the operating systems Matt's vision for the future According to Matt, who is doing an excellent job in sports? Matt's leadership philosophies Matt's daily routines   …and so much more!     Connect with Matt Young LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-young-3a133310 FSQ consulting: https://getsuccessfaster.com/ Connect with James:  Instagram: @james_ventures Facebook: Coordinate Sport FB Page LinkedIn: James Moore Coordinate Cloud: The Drive Phase Podcast  

LifeBlood BE WELL: We talked about how technology has changed fitness, how the pandemic sped up innovation, how it’s become personalized and more professional, and to get started on your path with Curtis Christopherson, President and CEO of Innovative Fitness and Founder of WRKOUT Media.  Listen to learn how to take a virtual fitness class with your closest friends! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 21:32. You can learn more about Curtis at InnovativeFitness.com, WRKOUT.com, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. Learn more about Money Alignment Academy and bringing Financial Wellness to your organization.   We’re on YouTube, check us out! We’re honored to have been named one of the top podcasts from investing! George is honored to be included on Investopedia's list of the Top 100 Financial Advisors for 2020! Have George speak to your organization. You can learn more about the show at GeorgeGrombacher.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook or contact George at Contact@GeorgeGrombacher.com.  Check out Money Alignment Academy as well!

We sit down with Trevor Carney, owner of Innovative Fitness. We discuss his background in fitness, the birth and evolution of Innovative Fitness and what post-Covid business has looked like. Join us and learn more about Trevor and his business.

In this episode Coach Jenny talks to Trisha Enriquez, a pre and post natal fitness specialist and creator of No Tummy Mommy about her journey to leaving the corporate world and building her wellness brand. Trisha talks about how she was able to combine her favourite job of being a mother with her passion project of being a wellness coach. She dives into how to approach “off days”, how to stay engaged on social media, how to show up, how to get exposure, how to determine what to share and more! For those who are starting their own brands, Trisha’s advice and encouragement and tips can be applied to any industry. ResourcesNoTummyMommy on IGNoTummyMommyTrisha on YouTubeNoTummyMommy on FbNoTummyMommy Tweets If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. STRONG Fitness Magazine Subscription Use discount code STRONGGIRLResourcesSTRONG Fitness MagazineSTRONG Fitness Magazine on IGTeam Strong GirlsCoach JVBFollow Jenny on social mediaInstagramFacebookYouTube 

Ben Carr (ASIJ 2007) Owner - Innovative Fitness North Vancouver Ben Carr graduated ASIJ in 2007. Originally from the US, was raised on the international school circuit. Born in Northampton MA, lived in Tanzania, North Carolina, Brazil, and Costa Rica before moving to Tokyo in 2003 when his dad, Tim Carr became the Headmaster, a position he held until moving to Jakarta in 2010 to take over the headship at Jakarta Intercultural School. Ben went on to study Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. While at university he worked for Red Bull, led the UBC Surf Club and worked as a student athletic trainer for the UBC Rugby Team and met his to-be wife Laura. After graduation he moved to Atlanta and worked at the Atlanta International School before moving back to Vancouver and starting work with Innovative Fitness as a professional training coach. In the 6 years at IF he moved up the ranks from coach to events manager, to sales manager to corporate sales to studio manager before opening his own franchise in Jan 2018. He now has 12 staff and about 120 clients. Ben is passionate about leadership, empowerment, equality and positively impacting the lives of his community. Episode Summary Timestamps 1:05 - Introduction 2:38 - Being a TCK (raised in Tanzania, Costa Rica, Brazil, Japan, and North Carolina), where is home? 8:54 - Early interests in athletics and fitness (ASIJ, UBC) 11:38 - Why a fitness gym and not other athletics-related occupations (such a PE teacher, physical therapist, Crossfit coach, etc) 14:43 - The challenges of teaching adults vs children, and what is more challenging for a client who is a novice to the world of fitness or is a veteran? 17:41 - Countering the image of the "before and after picture" 19:59 - The 5 AM club, getting up early for workouts *(4 AM for some) 23:33 - Daily habits one could change to be fit 26:00 - How to balance "rigor" - I am overworking or not working hard enough? 28:33 - "Abs are made in the kitchen" - an urban myth or some truth or something else? 32:00 - Leaders that influence Ben (Founders of Innovative Fitness, Tim Carr) - Empowerment through adversity and experiment and gaining buy-in from clients. 35:16 - Running a fitness gym during times of COVID-19 42:33 - Where is home? 45:54 - What is to come

Chapter 1: It's a bleak outlook for homeowners, and there's a real concern about the foreclosures that will likely result from it.  Guest: Dane Eitel, founder of Eitel Insights. Chapter 2: With restaurants, salons, and shops reopening this week, some are charging an extra fee. They say this fee will help cover the cost of the PPE and other expenses. Guest: Niki Reitmeyer, CKNW Contributor Guest: Dean Barbour, Executive President of Fleetwood Business Improvement Association. Chapter 3: Many surgeries were initially cancelled or postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now surgeries are getting rescheduled - on the condition that we don't see a new spike in cases. Chapter 4: A lot of businesses are choosing to stay closed in spite of Phase 2 allowing them to open. Innovative Fitness is a chain of training facilities in Metro Vancouver and they're not planning to reopen until next month. Guest: Curtis Christopherson, CEO of Innovative Fitness. Chapter 5: Everyone knows difficult times bring out the best and the worst in people, and unfortunately we bring you a horrifying scam that is targeting seniors. Guest: Don Davies, Vancouver Kingsway MP Chapter 6: The innovation we've seen from local businesses adapting to new demands from COVID-19 has been incredible, and we wanted to highlight another company that found a way to join the fight against COVID-19.  Guest: David Sommer, BarrelWise CTO.

A passionate advocate of physical activity and youth sport development, Vancouver-based Matthew Young has dedicated his life to raising the bar in the health and fitness industry.  In our podcast interview with Matt, he explains why this is such an important mission and what he's doing about it.   70% of kids drop out of sports by the age of 15 and only 6% of high school kids will engage in a college/university sport experience.  What they're finding is that the adultification of youth sports is running contrary to the 2 main reasons kids want to get involved in sports - hanging out with their friends, and having fun. Instead, it's becoming so competitive and stressful that most kids are losing interest.  And according to the NCAA, many of the youth who do continue on to Division 1 sports, are coming to Div. 1 injured and under-developed due to repetitive training of a single sport, and the over-involvement of parents in decision-making and problem solving. What is Matt and his team doing about it?  Through Personal Sport Record, they offer training and coaching for parents, coaches, and athletes, re-framing the sports experience and incorporating measurements beyond just the score and standings - confidence of the athlete, level of enjoyment, along with physical, mental and emotional developmental aspects.  They also distribute a documentary film addressing the cost of winning, to educate coaches, parents, and organizations on how to best to engage youth in sports.  In addition, they are building Innovative Fitness gyms across Canada and have 12 franchised locations so far, where members are guided to choose physical activities that they really enjoy doing and fulfill dreams that they always wished they could do, but didn't believe they were capable of.   Want to run your first 5K? 10K? Half or full marathon? Imagine having your trainer actually run it alongside you, supporting you every step of the way.  That's the level of dedication Matt and his team have for their clients.  As part of their business model and commitment to communities, they've also raised $5.6M for charity.  Matt shares with us one of his favorite stories, where they were able to raise $1M for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation by turning their participation in the Ride Across Canada into a fundraiser.  They achieved a Guinness Book Of World Records for completing it as a relay in 8 days, however Matt is clear that the greatest benefit was being able to contribute to this worthy cause.   A peak-performance athlete and business man, Matthew Young is the real deal. Listen in as he shares with us how he blends his passion for excellence and physical activity with his love for youth, to develop the next generation of transformational leaders.    Key Takeaways 1) Top 2 reasons kids get involved in sports - to hang out with their friends and to have fun.  The adultification of youth sports is driving kids away at record rates.  2) Turn your 'have-to's' into 'want to's' and physical activity will become fun again. 3) Winning is more than the score and standings; it's building your confidence, enjoying what you're doing, while developing your mental, emotional and physical skills.  4) Giving back is part of doing good business. Align your vision (why), your mission (what), and your core values (what makes you different) so you are giving back to the communities in which you do business.  5) Walk your talk.  Favorite Quotes “We want kids to make mistakes in our presence, so they can succeed in our absence.” “The win is more than the score.” "The formula for success need not be reinvented, it need be implemented.” Free Resources Physical Literacy For Life Documentary Fixing The Childhood Obesity Epidemic (TEDx Talk) Matthew Young Bio Matthew Young is keen on leaving his personal stamp on the health and fitness industry. Co-Founding Innovative Fitness in 1995, he was instrumental in developing the IF vision from a single customer to 12 personal training facilities across Canada using IF's patented Lifestyle management business systems.  He is also the CEO of Personal Sport Record, a movement in youth development sports designed to bring change and shift today's sports focus; moving away from who scored to, instead, tracking how athletes develop. Powered by data, they put complete performance data directly into the hands of athletes, parents, coaches & sports organizations. Business Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist 2010 & 1999 Business in Vancouver Top 40 Under 40 Winner 2011 Canada's Top 40 under 40 winner 2006 Produced & directed over 200 hours of Fitness video content Published articles for Idea, Opulence, Impact, BMW & Sage publications Authored &/or co-authored 7 published books Founder Innovative Fitness Inc (1995-present)  Founder 60 Min Kids Club Inc (2010-present) Founder of Healthmet Technologies Inc (2014-present)  Founder of the Healthy Community Challenge (2012) TEDx Stanley Park Speaker (2015)  Viasport Physical Literacy Advisory Board (2016)  Canadian Sport for Life Physical Literacy Advisory Board (2016) Executive Producer No Running Documentary (2016)  Charity Over 5.6 million raised for charity. Founder of H2V coast to Coast charity ride across Canada (1m-2007) Founder of CP Adventure Challenge benefiting terminally ill children (1.75m -2005-present) Founder of the train the trainer concept (.8m) to various charities (2000-present) Founder & producer of 1st ever media reality series. Fitness Fantasy (2010) Board of Advisors: 4 What Matters Foundation (2013-present)  Board of Advisors: Exercise is Therapy (2014-present)  Athletics Guinness World record holder (fastest bike relay across Canada-2007) Australia Bike relay (Cairns to Melbourne in 8 days-2009) 2 time Ironman finisher(02/05), 5 time 1/2 Ironman finisher(2000-2007) 10 time marathon finisher (New York, Honolulu, Sahara Desert) 3 time adventure stage race podium (Sea2Summit : 2004-2008) 36 hour adventure race finisher (5th place - 2009)  24hr Mtn bike 1st place finish (24hrs of Adrenalin -2013 & 24hrs of light -2011)  Multi day stage race mountain bike finisher (BC Bike race 2010)  Multi day stage race run finisher (Sahara desert 2008) Multi day adventure race participant (Raid the North Extreme 2012)  Varsity Canada West All-star football (1995) Kilimanjaro (2008), Mt Ranier (2013) & Machu Picchu Summit (2010)  1500 Mile Baja Moto (2011) Connect With Matthew Young Online www.PersonalSportRecord.com www.InnovativeFitness.com LinkedIn