Barbells & Business
Barbells & Business
Podcast Description
This podcast is for gym owners by gym owners. Hosted by Conor Moran each episode dives into the stories, strategies and challenges of successful gym owners who have turned their passion into thriving businesses. Whether you're looking to grow your gym, or start from scratch this podcast will be a place to find insights into the realities of doing so.
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The podcast focuses on entrepreneurship in the fitness industry, sharing personal stories and business strategies with episodes that cover topics such as starting a gym at a young age, overcoming industry challenges, and best practices for maximizing gym profitability, exemplified by the experience of guests like Matthew Walker at Pioneer Performance.
This podcast is for gym owners by gym owners. Hosted by Conor Moran and Matthew Walker each episode dives into the stories, strategies and challenges of successful gym owners who have turned their passion into thriving businesses. Whether you’re looking to grow your gym, or start from scratch this podcast will be a place to find insights into the realities of doing so.
Are you an independent gym owner looking to grow in 2025? In this episode, we sit down with Rob Handy, founder of the Independent Gyms Group, to explore the biggest challenges and best opportunities for gym businesses today.
Rob shares practical strategies, success stories, and the powerful resources his organisation provides to help independent fitness facilities stand out in a competitive industry. From marketing and member retention to navigating industry changes, this conversation is packed with value for gym owners, managers, and fitness entrepreneurs.
What you’ll learn:
- Key trends shaping independent gyms in 2025
- How to attract and retain members without a massive budget
- The top tools and support resources from Independent Gyms Group
- Real-world advice from someone supporting 1,000+ gyms across the UK
If you run a local fitness business or dream of opening your own gym, don’t miss this one.
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