Business of Fitness with Jason Khalipa

Today Jason sits down with NCFIT's Head of Social Media and Community Engagement, Lindsey Locke, to discuss the company's latest event and give tips to gym owners looking to show their staff and/or members appreciation. As always, we like to discuss things we are currently experiencing as a company, and this episode is no different. Providing tangible tools and actions for gym owners planning their next event or business owners looking to give back to their community and support local business, Jason and Lindsey suggest a handful of helpful tips to aid in this endeavor. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the latest episode of the Business of Fitness podcast. Connect with Jason: @jasonkhalipa Find Lindsey on the gram: @lindseytaylorlocke Become a part of the NCFIT Collective: www.ncfitcollective.fit Visit NCFIT online: www.nc.fit

This episode goes there and hits home; we're talking about the "curse of the unpaid coach." Most of us have been there, right? We work out a 'bro' deal to have a current member or buddy coach a couple classes a week in trade for a free membership. You get some free labor and they get some free fitness, win-win, right? Today's episode breaks down the implications of the bro deal from both a professional and legal standpoint, and will provide a new framework for gym owner and head coaches to operate from. Enjoy! Connect with Jason: @jasonkhalipa Find MDV on the gram: @m.d.v_ Become a part of the NCFIT Collective: www.ncfitcollective.fit Visit NCFIT online: www.nc.fit

Today Jason is sitting down with long-time friend and OG CrossFit competitor, Josh Everett. The two threw down together during the 2008 CrossFit Games and have watched the sport evolve since. With over a decade of experience in the fitness space, the guys discuss what they've learned, how they've adapted, and how they see the business of fitness evolving. Let's kick off the new year right with the latest episode of the Business of Fitness Podcast! Enjoy! Connect with Jason: @jasonkhalipa Find Josh on the gram: @joshuapeverett Become a part of the NCFIT Collective: www.ncfitcollective.fit Visit NCFIT online: www.nc.fit

Today Jason is sitting down with Business of Fitness veteran and NCFIT Collective Lead, Gabe Yanez. The two discuss how the NCFIT Collective has grown to it's current day success and where it's headed. They lend insight into best business practices, how the tools of the NCFIT Collective have been implemented to save memberships, and how to handle cancellations with grace. Listeners will also get the scoop on big things coming in 2020 for the NCFIT Collective. We couldn't do what we love every day if it wasn't for all of you! Thank you and enjoy the show! Connect with Jason: @jasonkhalipa Find Gabe on the gram: @_gabeyanez Become a part of the NCFIT Collective: www.ncfitcollective.fit Visit NCFIT online: www.nc.fit

"Can I talk to you about the programming?" is probably every coach's and gym owner's worst nightmare of a conversation. Today Jason and NCFIT's Chief Fitness Officer, MDV, tackle the idea of workouts being 'too simple' after receiving workout feedback. Essentially, functional movements all serve a purpose and passing value judgements on them doesn't make the movement any less effective. With well over a decade in the field and countless hours of programming and training under their belts, the two are able to share insight with listeners about intended stimuli of workouts, while lending information that can help coaches and owners work with athletes of all skill levels.

Solo-cast alert! Jason gets real and vulnerable on today's show. With social media playing the role it does, it's all too easy to begin to compare ourselves or our success to that of others'. Jason highlights how this has affected him as a business owner and provides actionable steps as to how to avoid the comparison game.

Today's episode brings the heat! Jason and Raz sit down to talk about FloWater, the company's roots, their mission, and the foreseeable future. The two discuss how to create a company's culture and how to keep staff on board with the vision. Raz shares exactly how FloWater interviews, on-boards, and grooms the industry's top employees. Together the two provide actionable steps for improving your business and share best practices. Get ready to level up with this one! Enjoy! Connect with Jason: @jasonkhalipa Become a part of the NCFIT Collective: www.ncfitcollective.fit Follow FloWater: @flowater Email FloWater: info@myflowater.com Visit NCFIT online: www.nc.fit

Today's solo cast is here not only to express our deep gratitude, but also to fire you up for the last month of 2019. Jason tells it like it is while providing insight and encouragement for buisness owners heading into the new year. Whether you're traveling for the holidays or getting a quick listen in between the reps, you'll enjoy this one! Connect with Jason: @jasonkhalipa Become a part of the NCFIT Collective: www.ncfitcollective.fit Visit NCFIT online: www.nc.fit

Today Jason and MDV are tackling the argument of scoring workouts. At NCFIT and the NCFIT Collective, we often get questions regarding how to score a workout. Our rebuttal: why worry about the score? Now, we know this can be controversial stance, and we agree there's a time and place for logging workouts, but today the guys address why it is that we've moved away from tracking every rep, weight, and time, and instead focused on body awareness and optimizing each workout. Enjoy! Connect with Jason: @jasonkhalipa Follow MDV: @m.d.v_ Become a part of the NCFIT Collective: www.ncfitcollective.fit Visit NCFIT online: www.nc.fit

Today's solo cast is short, sweet, and to the point. That said, you're probably going to want to listen to it two or three times to get all of the information out of it. Jason explains some of the best and most effective business practices we've implemented at NCFIT, and shares how to adopt them into your own business. Often times we can get overwhelmed with what to do, how to go about doing it, and executing steps necessary to reach our business goals. With all of the business mentoring programs out there, it's hard to decipher what is helpful and what is just spinning our wheels. In this episode, Jason, provides tangible, daily, weekly, and monthly interventions that can help keep your business on track and growing to it's full potential. At the end of the day, there's no substitution for hard work! We challenge you to adopt one (or more) of these practices for the next 90 days and watch your business transform. Keep rising the tides, team!

Today's guest, Ruben Rojas, is an absolute legend. Trading in his suit for a paintbrush, Ruben became a full-time, professional artist two years ago. Through his artwork, Ruben strives to share the message of love with others and beautify communities. Ruben gets real on this episode and shares what it was like to follow his true love and passion. That said, with years in the financial space, Ruben was no stranger to hardwork, dedication, and strategic business moves. Ruben is a true testament to what it means to do what you love, and be successful doing so.

Since launching the NCFIT Collective, it's session plans, and programming, we have been asked about the consequences of multiple gyms offering the same workouts as one another. Isn't the power in the programming? Doesn't offering the same program water down the product? Our simple answer: no. Today Jason and MDV tackle these pressing questions, and outline what really makes the difference between a good gym and a great gym. A little hint... it's not the workouts. Sit back, take some notes on this one gym owners, and get ready to level up your business.

"This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 10/14/19 At NCFIT and the NCFIT Collective, we get countless questions about equipment. Today, Jason and MDV list out which pieces of equipment to prioritize when opening a gym. The two get into the nitty gritty details when discussing equipment and explain both how to utilize space effectively and the best practices we’ve found being in the fitness industry (specifically group style training) the last decade. The boys aren’t afraid to ask the hard questions, discuss financials, and set gym owners straight when it comes to needs vs. wants. Whether you’re brand new to the fitness industry, or are looking to capitalize on your current business, today’s episode has great takeaways for you!"

"This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 10/7/19 In today’s show, Jason sits down with 1st Phorm president, Sal Frisella, to take a crash course in customer service. Prior to today’s episode, Sal and the 1st Phorm team held a 5k event in St. Louis to honor a fallen police officer. That event in and of itself is a testament to the great work happening at 1st Phorm. Sal believes in leading by example and creating unparalleled culture. While discussing the evolution of 1st Phorm, listeners can track key decisions that lead the company’s to its success today. With over 10,000 representatives, a 110% money-back guarantee, and providing an environment for success, 1st Phorm is outlining what it truly means to be in the people business."

This episode originally aired on Shrugged Collective on 9/30/19 Today Jason is tagging up with M.D.V and Gabe, NCFIT staff members, seasoned coaches, and the front line for all things NCFIT Collective. In this conversation, the boys are diving into common questions the company receives in regards to programming, coaching development, successfully introducing new coaches to your community, working with athletes of all skill levels, managing large classes, and time management. With over a decade of experience in the fitness space, this team is dropping major knowledge for coaches and gym owners alike.