The Fitness Manger's Report Staci Alden

Peloton is back in the news, and the news isn't good once again. There have been thousands of layoffs, the company is seeking to find yet another CEO, and it is still dealing with lawsuits from the past.In this special episode, Shannon Fable and I unpack our thoughts on...- Where virtual as a whole is headed.- How fitness managers must view the overall product they provide.- Emphasize the distinct and purposeful programming differences between Apple Fitness+ and Peloton.How does the above all...

As fitness managers, most of us understand the importance of working with our human resources teams to ensure we understand. We can communicate our compensation and benefits plans, but what about when things get dicey? Do you know the federal, state, and local employment laws? Do you know that you can be held accountable for if there is an issue with employee treatment or termination?I am excited to interview Human Resources expert and consultant Katie Santos, owner of FitnessHR, to learn why...

The fitness industry has always been a complicated world, but it has become even more complex since the pandemic. Some facilities and businesses have chosen to adjust to this new world, while some are very much stuck in their ways. As a "middle-manager, " we must determine if where we are is the right fit. Life is too short, and there's too much impact gone to waste if we continue to work for companies that don't align with our values, goals, and mission. I'm excited to meet with Victoria Tol...

Understanding and regulating your nervous system as a leader can help you lead with greater clarity, empathy, and resilience.😶‍🌫️ It allows you to navigate complex challenges while maintaining your well-being and supporting those around you. In this interview with licensed psychotherapist and author Eliza Kingsford, we will dive into how recognizing mindset and belief systems and how our nervous system and the client's and employees' nervous systems are activated when we, as leaders, are out ...

Club and Studio websites can be so much more than just a landing page for current and prospective clients to learn more about what you do and how you do it.The website can be a place where... frequently questions can be answered, meetings can get booked and feedback can be gathered.We are excited to have Connie Holen, Owner and Founder of Pixality Design on the podcast to share more about her thoughts and strategies to help make the website actually make your job easier as a fitness manager.H...

Creating, building, and offering successful Signature Formats is a unique challenge for fitness facilities. It takes creativity while also staying true to the specific talent, equipment, and formats facilities offer. I had the pleasure of meeting Amanda Young this past summer at the 2023 IDEA World Fitness Convention and attended her excellent session sharing the five steps to creating a winning Signature Format. I’m excited to ask her some specific questions on my channel about her formula t...