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Mazel Morons! Today we're kicking things off with some strong thoughts about NYC traffic, rogue school buses, and racking up three parking tickets in a day. Josh attempts to bring the ~zen~ with his CorePower Yoga obsession (he might be cleaning the studio for a free membership) and we dive into the wild world of hot yoga, supplements, and why Ben's officially out on StretchLab. We get into Remi Bader's weight loss reveal, the pressure to share everything online, and why people need to mind their own business. Plus, we talk first date red flags, proposal pressure, and that one guy in the sauna who said way too much. Ben questions why we're still throwing peanut shells on the floor like it's a Texas saloon, and we hear from one moron who had us saying what everyone's thinking: give the man a size 10 and let him live! What are ya nuts?! Leave us a voicemail here!Follow us on Instagram and TikTok! Sponsors:Visit carawayhome.com/GUYS10 to take advantage of this limited-time offer for up to 20% off your next purchase. Booking.com wants to help make you a fan of any U.S. city with a chance to win $1000 in Booking.com travel credit! Head to the Booking.com Instagram page (@booking.com) and check out our sweepstakes post for more details!Get your free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/GOODGUYSKickstart your health today by visiting ProlonLife.com/goodguys to claim your 15 percent discount and your bonus gift.Visit www.sleep.me/GoodGuys to get your Chilipad and save up to $315 with code goodguys. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Associates on Fire: A Financial Podcast for the Associate Dentist
Episode Summary:In this episode of The Dental Boardroom, host Wes dives into a vital yet often overlooked topic: the intersection of health, wellness, and dentistry. Joined by dental coach Steve Sperry and senior CFO advisor Andrew, the discussion highlights how dentists can integrate exercise, stretching, and stress management into their demanding schedules. From personal stories about back pain and family health to innovative wellness practices like stretching routines, yoga, and cold plunges, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to inspire healthier living.Whether you're a dentist battling the physical toll of the profession or simply someone seeking to optimize your health journey, this episode offers practical advice, personal anecdotes, and even a sneak peek into emerging wellness trends.Tune in to uncover insights, expand your horizons, and explore resources that could transform your perspective. Watch Limitless with Chris Hemsworth, Don't Die documentary and Poisoned documentary.Key Points:The Importance of Health for Dentists:The physical demands of dentistry often lead to back pain and other ergonomic issues.Why focusing on wellness can improve productivity, reduce stress, and extend longevity.Stretching and Mobility:Andrew shares his journey to prioritize mobility and functional fitness.The benefits of visiting a professional stretching center like StretchLab.The Mind-Body Connection:How stress impacts physical health, particularly back pain.Research linking stress levels to perceived pain, and strategies to manage it.Innovative Wellness Tools:Cold plunges as a tool for reducing inflammation and boosting recovery.Steve and Wes share tips on incorporating cold therapy into daily routines.Daily Wellness Habits:The role of sleep, hydration, and consistent morning routines in overall health.Insights into wearables and apps for tracking health progress.#DentalHealth #WellnessJourney #ColdPlunge #Stretching #DentistryLife #Ergonomics #HealthyLiving #StressManagement #Longevity #FunctionalFitness #MindBodyConnection
What does absentee ownership actually mean in franchising? Is it really possible, or is it just another myth in the industry? In this replay, Erik talks to his business partners, Luke Jacobson and Terry Rackley from StretchLab, who share their raw and honest journey from hopeful semi-absentee franchisees to successful business partners. After experiencing the reality of burning through 6 managers in 8 months and watching their "10-hour work week" transform into something completely different, they reveal what actually makes absentee ownership possible. Their partnership story shows how the right structure can change everything, leading to profitability increases of up to 200% in some locations. The conversation pulls back the curtain on franchise success: the truth about support systems, the power of systematic organization, the critical role of employee retention, and most importantly - what it really takes to be a successful absentee owner in franchising. “We're not a franchisee that does something totally different than what the franchise is asking. We actually stay pretty close. We're not trying to reinvent the wheel, but on the people side, we try to go above and beyond. They'll take care of customers, which in turn will get us good results.” ~ Terry Rackley In This Episode: - Luke's background and how he got into franchising - Terry's background and how he met Luke and Erik - How Luke and Terry became business partners - The importance of speed in opening new locations - Erik's role in the partnership - Why leadership and organizational skills matter in business - Critical factors in running a successful business - Is absentee ownership a myth? - What comes to mind when you hear the term top franchisees? - What does a healthy franchisee-franchisor relationship look like? - Why is aggressive organization necessary when managing a business? - What makes partnerships a good thing? Resources:
In less than one year, Lisa Elg went from sales at the StretchLab Princeton NJ location, to General Manager of StretchLab in Marlboro NJ. After reading David Goggin's book, 'Can't Hurt Me', I learned how important stretching can be for everyone. Even if you are in the best physical shape of your life (as David was), you still need to stretch. Lisa talks all about the benefits of stretching as well as all of the programs available at StretchLab to help you live a healthy lifestyle! Location: Marlboro Plaza: 128 US-9, Englishtown, NJ 07726 Phone: (732) 612-9842
Cat & Pat are joined this week by special guest, Nori Reed! Pat takes us on a journey with his experience at StretchLab, Nori talks about her Tiktok self-diagnoses, and Cat alludes to her boyfriend's porn preferences. Donate to Al Otro Lado here or go to gum.fm/charity and donate today.You can also consider volunteering with the organization, which offers opportunities that are both in-person and virtual. The best way to get involved is by filling out an application on their website at alotrolado.org/volunteer.Watch the full episode on our YouTube and follow below!Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seektreatmentpodShow Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seektreatmentpodCat: https://www.instagram.com/catccohenPat: https://www.instagram.com/patreegsSeek Treatment is a production of Headgum Studios. Our associate producer is Allie Kahan. Our producer is Tavi Kaunitz. Our executive producer is Emma Foley. The show is edited, mixed, and mastered by Richelle Chen. The show art was created by Carly Jean Andrews. Like the show? Rate Seek Treatment on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review.Advertise on Seek Treatment via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What does semi-absentee ownership actually mean? Is it possible in a franchise setting, or is it a myth? Join Over 5,500 Franchisees and Franchisors in our FREE Private Facebook Community HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/franchisesecretsfb?_rdc=1&_rdr In this episode, Erik talks to his business partners, Luke Jacobson and Terry Rackley from StretchLab, who share their journey as franchisees and business partners. They discuss the importance of finding the right franchise opportunity and the myths surrounding semi-absentee franchising. They emphasize the need for speed in opening new locations and the challenges of finding and retaining good employees. Luke and Terry also discuss their partnership with Erik, who serves as their business consultant and advisor. The partners also highlight their organizational skills and the importance of building a strong team. In essence, the conversation covers topics such as the support system provided by the franchisor, the importance of trial and error, the role of aggressive organization in managing the business, the focus on employee development and retention, the relationship between franchisees and the franchisor, and the significance of business partnerships. “Unless you're already a multi-millionaire, I don't think absentee ownership exists. I don't think you'll have the right attitude if you go into this saying, “Hey, I just wanna throw money at something as an investment.” You're gonna have to put in blood, sweat, and lots and lots of tears.” - Luke Jacobson In This Episode: - Luke's background and how he got into franchising - Terry's background and how he met Luke and Erik - How Luke and Terry became business partners - The importance of speed in opening new locations - Erik's role in the partnership - Why leadership and organizational skills matter in business - Critical factors in running a successful business - Is absentee ownership a myth? - What comes to mind when you hear the term top franchisees? - What does a healthy franchisee-franchisor relationship look like? - Why is aggressive organization necessary when managing a business? - What makes partnerships a good thing? Resources:
Ep. 175: Soccer shaped this leader who joined StretchLab when there were three franchise locations. Today, there are more than 400 studios across North America and 900 licensed locations globally, making them the global leader in assisted stretching. He offers numerous tips including: How to use the first minute of every meeting to “humanize” the context and put everyone in a more open and collaborative mindset. Creating daily, weekly, and monthly meeting rhythms that provide timely and relevant contexts for decision-making. Why your organization's vision, purpose, and values need to come down off the wall and into your personal and team day-to-day conversations. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and reflection questions. Click here to download the bonus resource. Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time, Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team toward personal and professional greatness. Special thanks to Libby Klemeyer and Meredith Grimm for making this episode possible.
Loosen up. Literally. StretchLab is the Austin-based company helping others to increase performance and decrease joint pain. The Wolf chats with owner Steve Hitzemann about the fast-growing franchise's rapid ascent to success. How did Steve dare to dream of a business model based on nothing more than stretching? Hear how Steve made the impossible possible, and how he's making a two-membership franchise financially sustainable. Is the stretching franchise just another fad? And if so, how has Steve prepared to compete in a potentially soon-to-be oversaturated market? From its customized one-on-one sessions to a unique approach to customized service with expertly trained flexologists, discover how StretchLab is revolutionizing the wellness industry with its approach to flexibility and overall well-being. With six locations open, and more on the way, you won't wanna miss hearing Steve's insights on the value of simplicity, staffing, and scalability. Paylocity offers the only modern HR and payroll solution that makes real-time recommendations to drive better business outcomes. Paylocity is the modern, all-in-one platform that makes HR and payroll easier — so you can focus on your employees. We'll make onboarding faster, recruiting smarter, and compliance simpler. To learn more visit paylocity.com/restaurants.' 00:00:50 - Stretch Lab: Revolutionizing Personalized Stretching 00:03:42 - Training and Connection Key for Flexologists 00:09:05 - StretchLab's Services 00:13:08 - Creating a Scalable Fitness Program 00:17:05 - Staffing That's Driven by Membership Base Strategy 00:26:49 - Expanding from One Studio to Six Stretch Labs 00:31:25 - Scaling a Growing Organization with Multiple Locations 00:40:38 - Market Saturation Concerns for Assisted Stretching Follow The Wolf: Newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/the-wolf-of-franchises/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thewolfoffranchises Twitter: https://twitter.com/franchisewolf Website: https://www.krokit.com And for exclusive insider content, don't forget to check out my YouTube channel. Are you a future franchise entrepreneur? Find all of the tools you need to launch, operate, and expand your franchise empire with the platform created by The Wolf himself, Krokit.com. And if you've enjoyed listening to Franchise Empires, I'd be so grateful if you could drop me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast. Thank you so much!
Dave Weaving and Steph Carroll from Stretch Lab provided valuable insights into the necessity and benefits of regular stretching, sharing how their customized approach caters to individuals' diverse needs, whether they are athletes, individuals dealing with injuries, post-surgery patients, or people with mobility issues. Their offerings include the flexibility of opting for a 25-minute targeted stretch or a comprehensive 50-minute full-body session. The Stretch Lab has a specially trained team, ensuring every stretch execution maximizes the benefits to the client's body – a service that truly undergirds a holistic approach to health and wellness. StretchLab Westfield is located at 161 E. Broad Street in downtown Westfield. Mention That Westfield Podcast and get your first stretch for $40! (Normally $115!) Have any questions? Email them at Westfield@StretchLab.com or call them (908) 864-5254 and make sure to follow them on Instagram @stretchlabwestfield
“Assisted Stretching is going to proliferate the industry and I welcome it, because we do three things very well - Stretch, Stretch, and Stretch! And better yet, we can serve the vast majority of the population.” Steve Hitzemann - Guest Multi-Unit Franchisee, StretchLab Brandon Cullen - Host Co-Founder | Chief Concept Officer, MADabolic
New Season squad!! Welcome our new co-host Jeff Hodson to the show- a Yoga Instructor/Creator of H&S, Flexologist, an incredible human all around, and someone who is going to offer valuable information when it comes to our overall wellness and health. We are super excited he's going to be joining us!! This episode, we dive into Jeff's background, what we do at Stretchlab, common questions and experiences on the bench, useful tools and tips when it comes to investing in ourselves, and we top it off with some fun questions while Jeff takes the hot seat! You can find Jeff on instagram @jeffhod and myself @ryane.currie for more ways to connect, ask questions, and join us on this journey of constant change and growth!@jeffhod @ryane.currieEmail questions, suggestions, requests for episodes/guest's at ryanecurrie@createshifts.com
Fred tells a terrifying tale of losing control / The USA falls deeper into the ditch / Listener e-mail / Dan Duran the anchorman / Toronto Mike checks in Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Our tech buddy Marc Saltzman checks in to talk about i-phones, androids and artificial intelligence / Its time for a Trump update / New names for body parts / Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Ron Hawkins talks about Lowest of the Low, a new album and how the record industry has changed / We're getting fat again / Fred's butter tart creation / Heart attack or cardiac arrest / It's Charlie's birthday / Underwater rugby / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
No guest today, just a mountain of talking points / We welcome back two sponsors / Beauty and beasts / Keith Richards is a beauty / Nothing but cowboy books / Drake offers free sliders / The Bills are broken / Movies of the 70's / Relationships in the work place / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
We respond to your wealth of feedback / Humble's quiz / Is it too soon / More on 12 years of podcasting / Dan Duran the anchorman / Toronto Mike checks in Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Jeff Lumby checks in from France and talks about Bill C-11 and despicable events in Israel / Do you dry your dirty parts first / Brock Purdy is the best deal in sports / Female frogs can be dead lays / The Retirement Sherpa / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One. Jeff Lumby checks in from France and talks about Bill C-11 and despicable events in Israel / Do you dry your dirty parts first / Brock Purdy is the best deal in sports / Female frogs can be dead lays / The Retirement Sherpa / Dan Duran the anchorman
Our political pal Tony Clement addresses Israel and Hamas and Pierre Poilievre / It's the 12th Anniversary of HumbleandFredRadio.com / Weed is wilthering / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Charlie Glassman said she was going to run a marathon and she did / Confrontation at the 711 / More reaction to no reaction / The Bills win ugly / Auston Matthews is a beauty / Taylor Swift numbers / Suzanne Somers is dead / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
You can't compare the Israelis and Hamas / It's email Thursday / The Leafs win their first one / The Leafs have a new goal song / Jagger is amazing / The Pearson heist / Dan Duran the anchorman / Mike Boon tees up next week Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Former Breakfast Television host Kevin Frankish talks about his career, his firing and his battle with mental health / Old time Canadian kids programs were pretty good / We're so lucky to live in Canada / The Maple Leafs will try again / The NHL has no pride / The Retirement Sherpa / Dan Duran the anchorman / Why can't we repair things Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Larry Fedoruks monthly visit involves Thanksgiving, skewed news and Hamas / Humble and Fred eat till their collarbones hurt / Good old relgious shows its ugly face again / Trump has a great body / Tim Daniels from Boron One / Dan Duran and giraffe poop Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Corruption at the talent agency / The Jays suck big time / It's email Thursday / Dan Duran the anchorman / Despeciable Jim Jordan / Biden's dog must be put down / Mike Boon checks in Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Ralph checks in to talk about Canada's newest Premier, and our failed economic system / Too much information is misinformation / Aaron Rodgers is still an asshole / Why do people join cults, like the Trump cult / The Retirement Sherpa / The Jays can't cash runners Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Bill Brioux makes his monthly visit and among other things, talks about the return of the late night talk shows / The weather is great, and we like that / The Jays begin the playoffs tonight / Ryder Cup controversey / Fred has a neighbour problem / The usual Trump segment / Darryl Croft from EV Net / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
From the #1 in '97 CD, this is "People". Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
It's Thursday, so that means listener e-mail and our monthly Palma Pasta winner / Astoroids and Astronauts / The dealth of ET Canada / Dressing for the occasian / Dan Duran the anchorman / A Mike Boon update Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Lumby checks in from France and talks about French beer, French fall and French drivers / The writers strike is over / Trump is now a convicted fraudster / Doug Ford's stupidity / The green belt controversy / The Canadian Nazi controversy / The Retirement Sherpa / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
From the #1 in '97 CD, this is "Famous People". Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
The Dan's Dick Contest is over and Fred wins a couple of pies / The writers strike is finally over / Justin comes through / Right wing ***holes on both sides of the border / Trump attacks Stern / Darcy Ataman from Make Music Matter / Dan Duran the anchorman / Coffee can mess you up Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
We spend the first part of the show discussing the dogs and cats in our lives / It's e-mail Thursday / Darryl Croft from EV Net / Dan Duran the anchorman / Mike Boon offers more Humble and Fred history Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Radio veteran Lori Love talks about her career in Niagara radio, her retirement from radio and her TV show / Gorging at buffets / The best time to exercise / Jay Bondy sits in for the Retirement Sherpa / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Brittlestar is Canada's foremost social media star / Fred joins a Brampton seniors club / Howard cards a 67 / Lauren Boebert is a ditch pig / Crazy bikers / Mike Babcock blows it / The Jays sweep after getting swept / Dan Duran the anchorman / Local newspapers are dying Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
It's the fall season of Humble and Fred, so that means a full show on Thursdays / Listener e-mail / Humble puts one a foot and a half from the pin / The story of the Costco chicken / We get colder as we get older / Dan Duran the anchorman / Toronto Mike drops in and tees up next week Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Biil Brioux takes his show on the road to Hamilton / Dan Duran the anchorman / The Retirement Sherpa/p> Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Long time pal of the show Bernard Frazer talks about his band Church of Trees, working with Carole Pope and the business of music / A Jimmy Buffett tribute / The Stones new song is pretty good / Is 76 old / The Orange asshole has a long history of being an asshole / Dan Duran the anchorman Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
With Humble and Fred on vacation, here's part three of a nostalgic trip to March 1, 1990. Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
With Humble and Fred on vacation, here's part two of a nostalgic trip to March 1, 1990. Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
With Humble and Fred on vacation, here's part one of a nostalgic trip to March 1, 1990. Humble and Fred is proudly brought to you by Bodog, The Chambers Plan, The Retirement Sherpa Tim Niblett, Electric Vehicle Network, Palma Pasta, StretchLab and Boron One.
Steve Hitzemann is a multi-unit StretchLab Franchisee. After 20 years in corporate America, Steve transitioned to building a portfolio of StretchLab studios with his wife, Stacey, in the Carolinas.In this episode, we thoroughly uncover the goals and how to push boundaries into franchising. We also discussed boldly transitioning from corporate careers to an entirely new venture. Check out Brian's newsletter Stay up to date with all things franchising by following Brian on Twitter & LinkedIn
On the latest episode GSL and Coach Tim talk about the US open and why can't Rory win? Also what's wrong with Howards arms, how to play bad and have fun, the Saugeen 2-man invite and does Coach Tim get upset? Yes he does. As well our pals Matt and David from Oscar Bravo tell the origin story of this amazing and bespoke golf shirt brand. Brought to you by StretchLab, WhoisOscarBravo.com and TaylorMade Golf Canada!
with Shawn Byrnes, Franchise Owner of StretchLab When most of us think of stretching, it's something we might spend a few minutes doing to limber up before exercising, or afterwards to cool down. But did you know that stretching on its own is a great form of exercise? Not only does stretching build and tone your muscles, but it can help avoid injury, increase flexibility or agility, and maximize performance. It might even improve your posture! In professional sports, it's the job of the team trainer to keep athletes operating in peak performance mode. They do this by utilizing a strict regimen of pre- and post-game stretches. The trainer can manipulate and stretch the individual muscles and joints in order to minimize pain and discomfort, increase range of motion, or improve an athlete's speed. But these days, having a trainer stretch your muscles, manipulate your joints and optimize your physical fitness isn't just for professional athletes. One of the fastest-growing franchises in the nation provides group or one on one, stretching sessions with specially trained individuals who stretch and tone your muscles and joints for you. If you want to minimize muscle discomfort, increase your range of motion, and improve your circulation, you'll want to listen to my interview with Shawn Byrnes, the franchise owner of StretchLab, to explain why stretching could be the best exercise of all. What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why is stretching so beneficial for our health and well being Is it more important to stretch before or after we exercise? How can stretching help us avoid and heal from injuries? How does regular stretching improve athletic fitness? Should we stretch every day, even when we don't exercise? What areas of the body should we focus on? What is “assisted stretching”? Why is assisted stretching more effective? What is StretchLab and how did Shawn become involved? How often should we stretch? Is it too late to start stretching, and how can it help us age well? What is M.A.P.S. technology and how does it work? What is a Flexologist? Today's Takeaway: We tend to take for granted all the many ways we rely on our body, from brushing our teeth to basic household chores and picking up after the kids or pets, until suddenly, we hurt ourselves. When an injury prevents us from doing even the most basic of movements, our life is disrupted in ways we can't even begin to imagine. Suddenly we have to rely on others to do all those things for us. We may need help getting dressed, or have someone else walk our dog. But as we've heard today, most injuries tend to occur when muscles, ligaments, and joints aren't properly conditioned. Although a majority of injuries occur during sports-related activities, sometimes just stepping wrong as you get out of the car could cause an injury. Too much pressure or the slightest movement the wrong way might lead to ruptures or tears. That's why it's so very important to properly condition your body to maximize your range of motion. When a joint or ligament is too tight, it could snap when it's put under pressure. But if it's accustomed to a wider range of motion, that joint or tendon will be far more resilient and forgiving, even under strain. Taking a few extra minutes to stretch each day could save you from injury, not to mention the added mental benefit of giving yourself a few extra minutes to breathe deep and relax. Remember that every day is a gift and having a healthy body is a gift we can never take for granted. So cherish your body and do everything you can to condition it properly. I'm Florine Mark and that's “Today's Takeaway.” Quotes: “Certainly increasing our mobility in our flexibility helps humans do what we're really designed to do, which is to be in motion.” — Shawn [2:19] “A body that's prepared and stretching via assisted stretching or stretching on our own helps us increase that range of motion and flexibility and prepares us to do those activities that we love to do and that we have to do.” — Shawn [2:45] “Stretching, first and foremost, should not hurt. And I think there was a common misconception for a time that if it didn't hurt, it didn't work.” — Shawn [10:11] “I'm looking for things that can help me maintain my mobility and my flexibility, so I can do the things that I really enjoyed doing into my 60s and 70s. I think assisted stretching is one of those things that can certainly help.” — Shawn [22:15] Brought to You By: Gardner White Furniture Mentioned in This Episode: StretchLab
Don't just stretch - get stretched. StretchLab's team of highly trained Flexologists® will give you a deeper stretch than you could ever achieve on your own. Stretch Lab 845 W. Stacy Road, Stacy Green, Suite 110 Allen, TX 75013 (972) 920-6801 The Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association that strives to be an indispensable resource for Allen and Collin County businesses
In this episode, Jessica Johnson emphasizes the significance of attending industry shows and keeping up-to-date with the latest trends to stay ahead in the self-storage sector. Her valuable insights and advice provide practical ways to enhance your professional skills and navigate the evolving landscape of this industry. Tune in to gain essential knowledge and stay ahead of the curve.WHAT TO LISTEN FORImportance of attending self-storage trade shows and which to attendInside Self-Storage vs. Self-Storage Association: A comparison of events and educational offersBusiness advantages of attending a self-storage trade showHow the Storage Business Owners Alliance started and its significance to investor successChallenges in entering any industry and helpful advice to overcome themRESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONEDSelf Storage Association: https://www.selfstorage.org/Self Storage Association | National Spring Conference: https://www.selfstorage.org/Events-Education/Events/National-Spring-ConferenceNational Fall Conference: https://www.selfstorage.org/Events-Education/Events/National-Fall-ConferenceISS World Expo: https://www.issworldexpo.com/en/Home.htmlYoung Leaders Group: https://www.selfstorage.org/Membership-JOIN/Young-Leaders-GroupGoogle Business Profile: https://www.google.com/business/ABOUT JESSICA JOHNSONJessica is the operations director of the Business Owners Alliance and the Vice President of the Storage Business Owners Alliance. With 20 years of experience, her skillset has developed to include operational and financial acumen, growth and profitability of organizations, event management, and competitive market research and analysis. Jessica is a self-managed individual who thrives in both team and fast-paced environments. She has done project-based work or worked directly for large organizations such as Smoothie King, StretchLab, Venus Fashion, Global Franchise Group, Papa Murphy's Pizza, Walmart, and MaggieMoo's Ice Cream. Jessica has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration and aspires one day to earn her Master of Business Administration. Jessica lives in Jacksonville, FL, with her family.CONNECT WITH JESSICAWebsite: Storage Business Owners Alliance: https://thesboa.com/LinkedIn: Jessica Johnson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-johnson-6b2b14199/CONNECT WITH USWebsite: https://www.selfstorageinvesting.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageinvestingTwitter: https://twitter.com/SelfStorageGuyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottameyers/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SelfStorageInvestingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_storage_investing/Subscribe so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast.
Are you a franchisee looking for tips and tricks to help grow your business? Do you wish your business was more successful? Then this week's podcast episode is for you. Verdine Baker, President of StretchLab, shares insider secrets for franchisees to help your business attract more customers and increase revenue. Verdine was born in the Seychelles Islands, a small country region that is made up of 115 islands in the western Indian Ocean, before moving to California. As a soccer player throughout high school and college, Verdine fell in love with athletics and the training/gym environment. While pursuing a career in professional soccer, Verdine battled four different knee surgeries that ultimately ended his pro soccer career, and frequently found himself doing physical therapy at Crunch Fitness. After spending so much time training and rehabbing at Crunch Fitness, Verdine was offered a membership advisor position there in 2008, where he discovered his passion for helping people and improving their lives through fitness. Throughout his 10 years at Crunch Fitness in San Francisco, Verdine started with selling gym memberships and progressed to a General Manager role, eventually serving as District Sales Manager for all San Francisco Bay Area locations in 2017. Verdine's success at Crunch Fitness led him to Xponential Fitness and StretchLab. Verdine accepted the role of National Sales Director job at StretchLab in 2018, where he led the franchise studio selling systems and processes. Verdine was promoted to Vice President of Sales for StretchLab in June 2020 before being appointed as Brand President of StretchLab in early 2022. Be sure to take notes as Verdine shares: Why franchisees should know the 3 catalysts that will help them be successful How having the ability to follow systems will help franchisees grow their business Why franchisees should be leaders in their organizations or communities Why it's important to hire the right people How holding your teams accountable to systems and processes will help you be more successful Be prepared to get motivated to take your franchise to new levels with Verdine's tips and advice- let's get hacking! Follow the Local Business Hacks podcast for more inspiring interviews, hacks, and insider secrets to help grow your business.
Are you a fitness business owner looking for ways to grow your business? Do you wish there were hacks and secrets you knew to speed up that growth? If so, then this week's podcast episode is for you. Lou DeFrancisco, President of Body Fit Training, shares shortcuts he's learned over his career to help your fitness business achieve success. Lou DeFrancisco is the President of Body Fit Training (BFT), a community-based functional & strength training concept with 200+ open locations globally. Prior to leading BFT, Lou was the President of StretchLab where he grew the brand into the largest assisted stretching brand with 200+ open locations globally and 700+ licensed locations. Lou's nearly two decades of experience has taken him through various verticals of fitness, including personal training, physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, acupuncture, massage therapy, stretching, and now group strength training. He has held various sales, marketing, operations, and senior leadership positions in his career. You'll want to take notes as Lou shares: What you need to do to get ahead and be successful in life and in your career Why self-belief and goal setting is critical for business owners How crucial it is to outwork the competition Why there's no such thing as overnight success How important hands-on experience is Why it's important as a fitness business owner to work the front desk The importance of having a growth mindset Be prepared to grow your business with Lou's inspiring tips - let's get hacking! Follow the Local Business Hacks podcast for more inspiring interviews, hacks, and insider secrets to help grow your business.
Bustle's wellness writer shares her review of StretchLab, a studio that offers personalized stretching sessions to relieve muscle tension and body aches.
StretchLab franchise owner Dave Weaving shares his unique franchising journey of becoming StretchLab's very FIRST franchisee. Learn from his inspiring story! My Franchise Consulting services are totally free to you. Let's chat! ✉️ inquire@kimdaly.tv ▶️ Subscribe to The Daly Coach YouTube channel at http://kimdaly.tv #franchising #franchise #franchiseconsultant #franchiseopportunity #businesscoach #mindsetcoach #becomeyourownboss #bossup #beyourownboss #entrepreneurship #createwealth #buildalegacy #investmentopportunity #careertransition #smartinvestment #stretching #stretchlab
The I Love CVille Show headlines: CVille Husband/Wife Launch New Biz StretchLab Coming To Barracks Road Jody & Jason Halloran Own StretchLab When Will StretchLab Open? What Can We Expect From StretchLab? New News From Sunday's Shooting Man Says He Was Shot In Tonsler Park What Should City Hall Do About This? Should League Be Held In Tonsler Park? Jason Halloran & Jody Halloran, Co-Owners of StretchLab, joined me live on The I Love CVille Show! The I Love CVille Show airs live before a worldwide audience Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network.
Do you ever struggle to find the time or motivation to stretch on your own? Then don't just stretch - get stretched! StretchLab's team of highly trained Flexologists® will give you a deeper stretch than you could ever achieve on your own. In today's episode, Jessica from StretchLab Elkhorn shares all about how a session at StretchLab works and why you need to check it out! stretchlab.com/location/elkhorn facebook.com/stretchlabelkhorn instagram.com/stretchlabelkhorn
Ever wondered what it's like to run one of the fastest-growing franchises in the country? Lou DeFrancisco talks us through his journey leading StretchLab's growth from infancy to over 700 studios in development. He also takes a deep dive into multi-unit franchise ownership and how StretchLab found success setting their franchise owners up to take advantage of opening multiple locations. Lou also demystifies “fitness franchises” and shares some from-the-trenches insight about owning and operating them successfully (and why you don't have to be a trainer or fitness professional to be successful). And at the end, he gives us a glimpse into Xponential Fitness' newest brand, Body Fit Training (which he's now President of).
Where diversity is a fact, inclusion becomes a must.Each of us has the potential to make our own lives better, but there's a limit to progress without social interactions.If we want TRUE Progress, we need to move as one, as a society, as a specie, towards the direction of BETTER – and this begins with INCLUSION. And there's nothing more inclusive than Health and Wellness. Regardless of demographics… We all live and breathe. We all need to take care of our minds and bodies. And all of us can benefit from good health.This is the message Martin Balcaitis and Nate Chang want to share with all of us. Martin and Nate are Chief Marketing Officers for StretchLab and YogaSix, respectively; both boutique fitness brands are part of Xponential Fitness. Martin and Nate are also seasoned veterans in franchising in their own right, with the former having taken key roles under brands like Krispy Kreme and Denny's, and the latter, having worked with Del Taco, Rita's, and UFC Gym.Both powerhouses, despite working on 2 separate brands, agree that the marketing function is integral to the success of any business. It's through marketing best practices that a brand builds consistency, drives alignment, and makes sure the touch, feel, look – the overall concept of a brand – are in sync. When you can ensure synchronicity, a brand's voice becomes so powerful enough to deliver a message consumers resonate with AND will respond to. Martin and Nate work tirelessly to drive Xponential Fitness's message… Everyone has something to gain from their brand and the health and wellness space.Whether you're looking for a job, a way to improve your health, a way to help others build strong minds and bodies, or you have a desire to improve your quality of life through financial freedom, among other endeavors, there's something in store for you! How does Inclusion tie-in with Diversity? How does Xponential Fitness deliver equal opportunities for growth and development to different consumers and stakeholders? What marketing best practices cement their brand's message? Tune in to our Podcast to learn more about everything you WANT and NEED on franchising, investment, financing processes and options. This is Eye On Franchising, where we share our vision for your franchise future. https://www.facebook.com/lance.graulich https://ionfranchising.com/ https://eyeonfranchising.com
American wellness brand and phenomenon StretchLab has made it to Perth, offering one-on-one tailored stretching sessions designed specifically for your body. Owner Freddy Hollow told Millsy at Midday host Steve Mills the concept aimed to help people train the way their muscles work and respond through customised one-on-one sessions. "You come in, we talk through what you're going to do and essentially you get a full body stretch," he told Mills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Running a multi-unit semi-absentee franchise is what a lot of people dream to do. Meet Steve Hitzemann, one of the early franchisees with StretchLab, along with his wife Stacey.Join Dru Carpenito as he talks to Steve Hitzemann about building a successful multi-unit business. Learn the secrets to running the franchise semi-absentee (and keeping his job). Discover how they decided to invest in StretchLab when it had zero franchises open. And find out how to conquer unforeseen obstacles and his plan for the future.
On this episode of Veterans' Voice, we discuss how stretching can benefit your physical fitness level and learn how HCC is helping veterans join the growing world of real estate. Guests: Brian Goldstein Owner, StretchLab stretchlab.com Juan Crawford, Ph.D. Program Coordinator, Real Estate Houston Community College
Are you looking to improve your sports performance, or maybe you want to decrease unwanted joint pain, or possibly you're looking to improve your range of motion and flexibility! This might sound weird at first, but have you ever heard of professional stretching? I hadn't either until I met Rachel of Stretch Lab in Fargo. If you're like me, and have never tried it. Lemme tell you, You're in for a treat. StretchLAB studios are open, fun & energetic! Your stretch will be customized to fit your body's needs and help you meet your flexibility goals. Their team of highly trained Flexologists® will give you a deeper stretch than you could ever achieve on your own. Learn more about StretchLAB Fargo here.
Lou DeFrancisco is passionate about health/fitness/wellness both personally and professionally. Former President of StretchLab which is revolutionizing the assisted-stretching segment in boutique fitness. Stretching is a pillar program in fitness & an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. Since recording, Lou has been appointed as the new President of Body Fit Training. He is active in biking, swimming, tennis, soccer, football, 4-square LINKS: Pocketsuite: https://pocketsuite.io/register/future Connect with Stretchlab: www.stretchlab.com IG: stretchlab_ FB: @stretchlabofficial Connect with us: www.futureoffitness.co
Your host Bryce Henson interviews Austin Martinez Director of Education at StretchLab. Austin is a Certified Athletic Trainer with both his bachelor's and master's degrees in Athletic Training. Austin has experience working with professional athletes and is a published author in the Journal of Sports Medicine and Allied Health Sciences for his research on ACL Injuries. He has also been featured in several magazines such as Men's Health. Hear about his journey through education and his exciting career path. Learn valuable knowledge on what it takes to open and run a successful franchise while impacting people's lives. 01:10 - Bryce introduces today's guest, a certified athletic trainer with a Bachelor's and Master's in athletic training and sports medicine. Welcome, Austin Martinez, Director of education at StretchLab franchise. 01:50 - Born and raised in California Austin shares his backstory through his education and career journey in the athletic industry. 03:20 - Bryce asks Austin to share about what made him decide to go to Ohio University and his time working with the Astros baseball organization. 05:44 - Austin talks about the differences between training normal people and athletes. 10:15 - Find out what StretchLab is and what Austin's role encompasses. 12:25 - Get a deeper understanding of what brings people into StretchLab. 15:05 - Find out what the average business professional should know about flexibility but doesn't. 17:55 - Austin shares the mechanics of what he does in his position. 23:45 - Follow along as Bryce transitions into the business side of the fitness franchise world. 29:55 - Bryce asks Austin to break down what type of training they offer from a flexology and leadership perspective. 33:40 Bryce's famous Q&A lightning round. Q: What is your zone of genius? A: A desire to grow. Q: Biggest passion? A: Continued learning. Q: Best advice you have received? A: Be of service. Q: Book Recommendation? A: “How to win friends and influence people” by: Dale Carnegie. 43:25 - Find Austin at www.stretchlab.com and follow him on FB at Austin Martinez and IG @martinez.austin18
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Hear from the President of StretchLab, Lou DeFrancisco, as he talks about the love he has for fitness and his franchise. Learn what Lou's three key rules are for entrepreneurs, and who inspires him as a leader. We touch on the power of incredible teamwork, what day to day life looks like with a parent company, and more. StretchLab is a unique wellness concept, offering customized assisted-stretch sessions for all ages and demographics. The boutique fitness concept has grown incredibly popular and continues to make a lasting mark on both the industry and its clients.
Do you struggle with bunker shots, whether it's green side bunkers or fairway bunkers? Listen to this podcast and struggle no more! Steve gives great tips on how to get your golf ball out of the bunker with more consistency and success. Steve elaborates on more etiquette topics EVERY golfer needs to hear. It's very important that you listen to these suggestions to improve everyone's golfing experience! Thank you to Pure on Main for sponsoring this podcast! Live a healthier life by achieving whole body wellness the all-natural way with the help of Pure On Main! Visit their website at www.pureonmain.com and start feeling better and living a healthier life! Thank you to StretchLab of Greenville for sponsoring the podcast! Are you are looking to improve your golf performance? Are you wanting to decrease joint pain? Maybe you simply want a great stretch. No matter what brings you into StretchLab – the benefits of a professional assisted stretching routine are tremendous. Visit their website at www.stretchlab.com to learn more about how they can improve your golf game and your health. www.goforthgolfinstruction.com www.willow-creekgolf.com
The PGA Tour Championship is upon us! Steve breaks down the current FedEx points standings and discusses the exciting conclusion to the PGA Tour season! The 43rd edition of the Ryder Cup is only a few weeks away. Listen to Steve's preview of this exciting and dramatic tournament between Team USA and Team Europe as well as information regarding the golf course the teams will be playing! Go Team USA!!! Does the dreaded Chicken Wing plague your golf swing? Do you know someone who struggles with this in their impact position? Steve goes into detail about the swing flaws that cause this nasty move and gives tip and drills that will cure it forever!! Thank you to Pure on Main for sponsoring this podcast! Live a healthier life by achieving whole body wellness the all-natural way with the help of Pure On Main! Visit their website at www.pureonmain.com and start feeling better and living a healthier life! Thank you to StretchLab of Greenville for sponsoring the podcast! Are you are looking to improve your golf performance? Are you wanting to decrease joint pain? Maybe you simply want a great stretch. No matter what brings you into StretchLab – the benefits of a professional assisted stretching routine are tremendous. Visit their website at www.stretchlab.com to learn more about how they can improve your golf game and your health. www.goforthgolfinstruction.com www.willow-creekgolf.com
Lou DeFrancisco is the president of Stretchlab, a boutique wellness franchise that offers one-on-one assistance, stretches and group stretch sessions with a passionate team of certified reflexologists, Stretchlab is transforming the lives of clients from all ages, fitness levels, genders and sizes, increasing mobility and flexibility, helping to reduce pain, decreasing muscle aches, improving posture, shortening recovery time and enhancing the quality of life. For more info on The Business Side of Fitness visit: www.vanessaseveriano.com/podcast Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessaseveriano/ Want to be a guest or have a question about your business? Drop us a line hello@vanessaseveriano.com
In this episode, Steve previews the PGA Tour Playoffs as players begin their quest for the Fedex Cup. Submit your prediction on who you think will walk away with the cup and win some great prizes. Listen for details!! Steve answers some great questions from listeners. Listen to answers to the following questions: Theory on Jack Nicklaus ball position recommendation Club laid off at the top of the backswing Lifting the left heel on the backswing Overcoming arthritis pain in the hands Drills for beginner golfers Getting rid of the pulls Knee bend at setup Pros & Cons of chipping with high lofted wedges Thank you to Pure on Main for sponsoring this podcast! Live a healthier life by achieving whole body wellness the all-natural way with the help of Pure On Main! Visit their website at www.pureonmain.com and start feeling better and living a healthier life! Thank you to StretchLab of Greenville for sponsoring the podcast! Are you are looking to improve your golf performance? Are you wanting to decrease joint pain? Maybe you simply want a great stretch. No matter what brings you into StretchLab – the benefits of a professional assisted stretching routine are tremendous. Visit their website at www.stretchlab.com to learn more about how they can improve your golf game and your health. www.goforthgolfinstruction.com www.willow-creekgolf.com
If you want to lower your scores, this episode is a must listen!! One of the biggest frustrations golfers experience is the lack of consistency in their game. Steve gives very helpful tips on how to improve your consistency and lead you to lower scores. Managing your game around the golf course can be difficult, especially if you're navigating your way around the course the wrong way. Steve offers great suggestions on how you can improve your course management and start down the path to better scores. Thank you to Pure on Main for sponsoring this podcast! Live a healthier life by achieving whole body wellness the all-natural way with the help of Pure On Main! Visit their website at www.pureonmain.com and start feeling better and living a healthier life! Thank you to StretchLab of Greenville for sponsoring the podcast! Are you are looking to improve your golf performance? Are you wanting to decrease joint pain? Maybe you simply want a great stretch. No matter what brings you into StretchLab – the benefits of a professional assisted stretching routine are tremendous. Visit their website at www.stretchlab.com to learn more about how they can improve your golf game and your health. www.goforthgolfinstruction.com www.willow-creekgolf.com
Etiquette can get overlooked or forgotten in the game of golf. Steve gives several examples of etiquette that's overlooked by many golfers. This is a topic every golfer needs to hear! Are windy conditions getting the best of you on the golf course? Listen to this episode to learn helpful tips that will allow you to master those pesky windy conditions. Thank you to Pure on Main for sponsoring this podcast! Live a healthier life by achieving whole body wellness the all-natural way with the help of Pure On Main! Visit their website at www.pureonmain.com and start feeling better and living a healthier life! Thank you to StretchLab of Greenville for sponsoring the podcast! Are you are looking to improve your golf performance? Are you wanting to decrease joint pain? Maybe you simply want a great stretch. No matter what brings you into StretchLab – the benefits of a professional assisted stretching routine are tremendous. Visit their website at www.stretchlab.com to learn more about how they can improve your golf game and your health. www.goforthgolfinstruction.com www.willow-creekgolf.com
Visualization can transform your golf game tremendously. In this episode, Steve discusses how visualization can help your game and how you can implement it on the golf course. This is an episode you don't want to miss because learning how to visualize like the best golfers in the world can help you lower your scores! Steve's guest on the podcast is StretchLab General Manager Luke McClellan. They talk about the following topics: The history of StretchLab What you can expect when you visit their studio The most common areas of damage in the body where there is a lack of flexibility. Important physical factors golfers should be aware of if you want to produce a consistent and successful golf swing Examples of lack of flexibility that can cause injury to other parts of your body How stretching can help you create better ball striking Areas of the body you should consider stretching before your round of golf ....and so much more!!! Thank you to Pure on Main for sponsoring this podcast! Live a healthier life by achieving whole body wellness the all-natural way with the help of Pure On Main! Visit their website at www.pureonmain.com and start feeling better and living a healthier life! www.goforthgolfinstruction.com www.willow-creekgolf.com www.stretchlab.com
The Topic Randomizer strikes again as we are forced to relive emergency bathroom stories from our past. The Scenario poses the question of whether you would live with the worst roommate you've ever had for no mortgage. And the coup de grace...a shocking turn in the Stinko de Mayo tournament that has never been seen before
Today I’m joined by Anthony Geisler, Founder and CEO of Xponential Fitness — a holding company of nine boutique fitness brands, including Club Pilates, Pure Barre, CycleBar, and others. In this episode, Anthony tells us how they managed to open new studios during the pandemic. We talk about how the Rumble acquisition came together. And Anthony explains why he’s bullish on the return of in-person exercise. We also discuss what’s next for Xponential — including more acquisitions, whether or not they’ll launch connected fitness equipment, and the likelihood that they go public this year. More from Anthony Anthony Geisler is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Xponential Fitness. After graduating from USC in 1999, Geisler and a friend saw the potential in the dot com era and created a domain name and website development business, before moving into casino gaming software, then to fitness when he purchased LA Boxing in 2001. Seeing more opportunity in specialized workouts, Geisler bought Club Pilates in early 2015, a small collection of boutique Reformer Pilates studios concentrated in California that has now grown to 900 licensed locations. In 2017, Anthony recognized there was further opportunity with scheduled boutique fitness and formed Xponential Fitness, which is now the curator of leading fitness brands across each vertical of the boutique fitness industry, including Club Pilates, Pure Barre, CycleBar, Row House, StretchLab, AKT, YogaSix, STRIDE, and Rumble. More from Fitt Insider Fitt Insider is a newsletter and podcast on the business of fitness and wellness. Join industry-leading operators and investors by subscribing: http://insider.fitt.co
Episode 45: Pain, Passion and Profit with Dr. Steve Sudell “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” – Benjamin Franklin We've got an entrepreneurial superstar joining us on the show today! Our guest will reveal his secrets to: Creating products that people love Raising $1+ million through crowdfunding, and Generating multiple 7-figure exits. That's right, he's done a LOT, despite still only being in his 30s. Dr. Steve Sudell received his doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2009, and in an accomplished career he’s made it his mission to find non-invasive solutions to get people back to doing what they love. In 2015, he co-founded StretchLab, a revolutionary assisted-stretching facility that helps individuals improve their overall flexibility and well-being through stretching. Steve created the full range of stretching protocols that are still in use today, and also trained hundreds of practitioners – known as “flexologists” – in the process. With Steve’s expertise, StretchLab went from one location to more than 200 in less than four years. In 2019, Steve exited the company in a seven-figure deal. After watching his younger sister battle leukemia and suffer from extreme pain, Steve knew there were a lot more people who needed help. In 2017, to help the millions of people who suffer from chronic neck pain, he created the Neck Hammock. It arrived as the most affordable, portable, and effective ‘at home’ neck pain solution on the market. To fund the project, he launched two crowdfunding campaigns simultaneously that raised USD $1.6 million from 20,000+ backers, and landed in the top 1% of all Kickstarter campaigns. Since then, the Neck Hammock has been featured on The Dr. Oz Show, The Today Show, Forbes, and Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop. After grossing more than USD $20 million in sales, Steve had another seven-figure exit in January 2021. We cover a lot of ground in this one! You'll learn how to make your health a priority (no matter how hectic your schedule is), when it's time to exit your passion project, and exactly what it takes to make it in the business world in 2021. And remember, a little inspiration at the right time can completely change the trajectory of someone’s life, so if there’s a friend who needs to check out this interview, share it with them now. Let’s WIN THE DAY with Dr. Steve Sudell! _
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What Makes StretchLab a Good Neighbor...Increasing your range of motion and maintaining your flexibility is an integral part of your overall health and wellness. StretchLab is revolutionizing one-on-one assisted stretching and flexibility training. In your 25 or 50-minute one-on-one session, you will work with one of our trained FlexologistsTM who will guide you through a series of stretches custom-designed for your specific needs. All of our Flexologists have a bodywork certification prior to coming to StretchLab. We have massage therapists, personal trainers, chiropractors and yoga instructors to name a few. Each of them bring their own experience to assist you in your flexibility goals. We stand for making you stand taller. Be it through improved posture and balance or mentally with the newfound confidence to go about your day with the renewed energy and freedom that comes from a properly stretched body. Come see us. Your body will thank you later! #livelongTo learn more about StretchLab go to: https://www.stretchlab.com/location/naplespineridgeStretchLab3369 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 205 Naples, FL 34109Support the show (https://goodneighborpodcast.com)
Welcome to the Daily Distance, a new daily series from the creators of #WeGotGoals. In these short episodes, we’re bringing you one daily goal you can set for yourself during this chaotic time- one actionable thing you can do to move your body, connect with a friend, prioritize your mental health, get some work done, and practice a little bit of self-care. Lou DeFrancisco, President of StretchLab, comes on the podcast today to discuss why he prioritizes getting up before anyone in his household and what he does with those few minutes of quiet. He also shares why his morning routine actually starts the night before, and the new activity his family is doing together during quarantine. Resources: A guest post from Lou on aSweatLife: Is Recovery the New HIIT? How The Fitness Industry Can Encourage Recovery and Where the Vertical is Headed More about StretchLab StretchLab on Instagram If you love this episode as much as we do, subscribe to the #WeGotGoals podcast wherever you like to listen to podcasts, including on Apple and Spotify (and hey, leave us a rating while you’re at it!). [mc4wp_form id="42712"]
Ryan Prieto is the GM at StretchLab LoHi in Denver, Colorado. StretchLab offers one on one assisted stretching. Ryan is also a wife and mother of two. Before joining StretchLab, Ryan was heavily involved within the yoga space. She opened and ran several of her own yoga studios in her hometown of El Paso, Texas. Ryan has a dynamic, powerful, and fun spirit. Ryan and I met for the first time at StretchLab where I personally get stretched once a week. During our conversation on this episode of the podcast, I definitely get my laughs in! Ryan and I discuss a variety of topics during our conversation too, including: Ryan's interest in politics, mistakes, entrepreneurship, seeking knowledge, conditioning, supporting others, StretchLab, family, and of course, MUCH more! Enjoy! Buy my podcasting eBook here! http://www.lulu.com/content/e-book/the-simple-podcasting-blueprint/25714783 Interested in financially supporting the 127 Fit Podcast? Click the link below! https://patron.podbean.com/freerangepodcaster Want to start your own podcast? Click the link below! https://www.podbean.com/freerangepodcaste Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sryanprieto/ 127 Fit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/127fit/ "This is not a dress rehearsal." -Ryan Prieto
Lou DeFrancisco is the President of StretchLab, a boutique wellness franchise offering one-on-one assisted stretching and group stretching, with over 15 years in sales, marketing, operations & senior leadership roles.
Our podcast features Founder and CEO of Gigi's Playhouse Phoenix, Jennifer Gage! Gigi's Playhouse Phoenix provides free programs that are educational and therapeutic in nature to individuals with Down Syndrome from birth through adulthood, their families and the community. Jennifer will share her story of her life, marriage, career, being a mom and her dream of creating Gigi's Playhouse here in Phoenix. She also is the the first franchise owner of StretchLab here in Phoenix with three locations. StretchLab is the industry leader in offering one-on-one assisted and group stretching in a fun, energetic, communal environment. You will be inspired by Jennifer and how a mom of four including her first born daughter, Kaitlyn, who has Down Syndrome and is now 24 years old, decided to make a difference and open the 21st Gigi's Playhouse in the country right here in Scottsdale - a facility that now serves over 700 families. You can make a donation directly at: https://gigisplayhouse.org/phoenix/support-us/Sign up for your StretchLab Experience Today!Arcadia:https://local.stretchlab.com/locations/arcadiaGainey Ranchhttps://local.stretchlab.com/locations/gaineyNorth Scottsdalehttps://local.stretchlab.com/locations/northscottsdaleFollow Jennifer Gage on LinkedIn: jennifer-gageOn Facebook: @jennifer.schumann.gageAnd on Instagram:@jengageeeFor photos and our other podcast episodes, visit Candelaria Design Associate's Podcast page: https://www.candelariadesign.com/inspiring-living-podcast
James is a massage school student at The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School & Clinic in Austin, Texas. Additionally, he works at StretchLab where he is responsible for facilitating an increase in flexibility and mobility for 20-30 clients per week. He has a professional background as a personal trainer, and is a certified teacher of both yoga (RYT-200) and AcroYoga. James holds a B.S. in Kinesiology & Exercise Science from The University of Texas at San Antonio. You can follow James on TikTok @james.move and Instagram on both @james.move and @truetherapeutics --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Lou DeFrancisco is the President of StretchLab, a boutique wellness franchise that offers one-on-one assisted stretching and group stretch sessions. He has been in the fitness industry for more than 15 years in various sales, marketing, operations & senior leadership roles. Prior to StretchLab, he was President of a boutique fitness franchise that he helped grow to over 100 locations nationwide. Key Takeaways: [0:18] Today’s episode of Franchise Euphoria is brought to you by IndyFranchiseLaw.com, a leading resource in the franchise space. Head over to IndyFranchiseLaw.com learn more! [0:59] Josh introduces today’s guest, Lou DeFrancisco, the President of StretchLab. [1:59] Josh welcomes Lou to Franchise Euphoria. [2:12] Lou gives an overview of the StretchLab concept, which offers one-on-one assisted stretching sessions. [3:38] StretchLab was started in Los Angeles in 2015. [4:40] In November 2017, Xponential Fitness purchased the rights to StretchLab becoming their parent coming. Xponential Fitness owns a variety of other boutique fitness brands that are considered sister companies to StretchLab. [7:24] While other fitness brands have reached out to have StretchLab come into their facility to be a business within a business, they’ve decided they want to remain their own separate concept for the time being. [16;01] StretchLab currently has about 70 franchisees which covers roughly 180 territories. [17:30] Lou describes the ideal StretchLab franchisee as someone who is passionate, wants to follow a proven system, and is a leader. [29:07] By the end of this year, StretchLab expects to open between 90 and 100 locations across the country. [30:11] If you want to learn more about StretchLab, you can visit www.stretchlab.com. [30:59] Thanks for listening, and please, reach out to Josh anytime through email at josh@franchiseeuphoria.com. If you enjoyed this interview, please leave us a review on iTunes. Mentioned in This Episode: josh@franchiseeuphoria.com www.franchiseeuphoria.com www.indyfranchiselaw.com www.linkedin.com/in/loudefrancisco www.stretchlab.com
Today on Customer Zero, the business marketing podcast that helps you identify your best customers and know how to better connect and market to them, we talk to Byron Elton, the owner of StretchLab gives our listeners the best tips on how to better engage customers to get them to sign up for a monthly subscription with your business, bringing you a recurring revenue stream to keep you thriving on sales you can count on regularly.
In this week’s episode, Austin Martinez, Director of Education at StretchLab describes the 7 Essential Stretches for runners and why we need to include flexibility and strength workouts in addition to just running miles for injury prevention and optimum performance as a runner. These stretches focus on the following areas of our bodies: Feet, Lower Legs, Quads, Hamstrings, Glutes, Spine, Core, and Upper Body. (Ok, that’s really 8, but Upper Body is easily overlooked for runners and Austin gave us a bonus stretch).
We are meeting with Lou DeFrancisco, the President of StretchLab. With people all over the country flocking to boutique fitness concepts of all kinds that demand rigorous workouts to help transform the body, the importance of active recovery and overall wellness is beginning to take a front seat. After only announcing its franchise opportunity five months ago, StretchLab has signed its initial agreements to debut 31 new studios nationwide. Carving out an inclusive niche in the fitness industry for all ages, fitness levels, genders and sizes, StretchLab is the first boutique wellness franchise that offers one-on-one assisted stretching services in a fun, energetic, communal environment. These agreements will propel the concept into all four regions of the U.S. The assisted stretching market is larger than any boutique fitness studio’s clientele, as it’s not siloed for specific types of fitness levels or abilities and is inclusive to all ages, sizes and capabilities. Even though stretching is time-tested, assisted stretching as a method of active recovery is in its infancy and StretchLab has a first-to-market opportunity to capitalize on the industry. In part two, we will play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.