Group X Appeal

Group X Appeal
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Group X Appeal is the ultimate podcast for group exercise instructors, yoga teachers, and enthusiasts who love moving and getting healthier as a group! Hosted by industry veterans Kimberly Spreen-Glick and Terry Shorter (50+ years combined experience), this podcast celebrates the transformative power of group exercise and the people who make it unforgettable.From behind-the-scenes instructor stories and industry legend interviews to practical tips and hilarious class mishaps, Group X Appeal is your weekly dose of inspiration, education, and real talk about fitness, community, and vitality. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe now and rise with us! Connect: @GroupXAppeal | groupxappeal@gmail.com

  1. 21h ago

    99: Leadership and the Future of the Fitness Industry With Dylan Hardy

    Sometimes the boldest moves come from the most unexpected people. Dylan was a TV producer and marketing director who walked into a fitness conference booth and said something nobody else dared to say. That one honest moment changed everything. In this inspiring episode of Group X Appeal, Kimberly and Terry sit down with Dylan Hardy, president of AAAI Fitness, to explore his remarkable journey from participant to industry leader.  Discover how his wife inspired him to step into teaching and how he built a career by mastering one critical lesson: you have to do the job to get the job. Learn why Dylan credits his television background with preparing him to lead through change, why he pivoted AAAI to online during COVID, and how he honors the legacy of his predecessor and mentor, Nora Anderson.  Explore why live instructor-led certification training matters more than ever, why the fitness industry desperately needs younger generations, and what it means to build "one big fitness family." Dylan's story is one of leadership, mentorship, and never underestimating the impact of showing up with your whole heart. Learn more about conferences and live trainings @ https://aaaifitness.com/ Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - @groupxappeal. Questions or topic ideas? Email us @ groupxappeal@gmail.com Get your FREE Guide To Holistic Well-Being here: https://gxaguide.com/ Stay Connected with Kimberly: - @kimberlyspreenglick on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - email: kimberly@theinspiredlifeuniversity.com - website: www.theinspiredlifeuniversity.com Stay Connected with Terry: - @terryshorter on Instagram & Facebook - email: terry@rippedplanet.com - website: www.rippedplanet.com

    99: Leadership and the Future of the Fitness Industry With Dylan Hardy

  2. Jul 20

    98: Small Acts, Big Impact: How Your Kindness Has Extraordinary Impact

    You don't realize it, but that one compliment you gave someone? It might have stopped them from quitting. That smile during class? It might be the reason they came back. That moment of vulnerability where you were authentically yourself? It gave someone else permission to be real too. The science is clear: small acts of kindness and encouragement trigger a chain reaction. But most of us underestimate the power of our words and actions because we never get to see where the ripple goes. In this powerful episode of Group X Appeal, Kimberly and Terry dive deep into the psychology behind small positive acts and explore how mindful communication creates lasting change - often in people we'll never know about.  Discover why encouragement is one of the most powerful tools for preventing people from quitting, how a single gesture can inspire an entire chain reaction through a community, and why being intentional about how we show up matters more than perfection. Through real stories from group fitness, they reveal the five ways your small acts of kindness can create ripples and help people show up for themselves and others.  Learn why these seemingly ordinary moments create extraordinary impact, and how understanding the psychology behind human connection transforms how you show up in every interaction. Because somewhere right now, someone is remembering something kind you said or did. And it's changing everything. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - @groupxappeal. Questions or topic ideas? Email us @ groupxappeal@gmail.com Get your FREE Guide To Holistic Well-Being here: https://gxaguide.com/ Stay Connected with Kimberly: - @kimberlyspreenglick on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - email: kimberly@theinspiredlifeuniversity.com - website: www.theinspiredlifeuniversity.com Stay Connected with Terry: - @terryshorter on Instagram & Facebook - email: terry@rippedplanet.com - website: www.rippedplanet.com

    98: Small Acts, Big Impact: How Your Kindness Has Extraordinary Impact

  3. Jul 13

    97: 5 Interesting Things Only Group X People Understand

    Group X has its own culture. It has its own language, traditions, and inside jokes that make absolutely zero sense to people who don't live it. In this fun, lighthearted episode of Group X Appeal, Kimberly and Terry celebrate the wonderful, hilarious things that only devoted Group X instructors and participants truly understand. Discover why people seem attached to seemingly invisible "ownership" of class spots, what "class psychics" are, why you can sweat beside someone for years without ever knowing their last name, and what happens in the parking lot post-class that sometimes lasts twice as long the actual workout. Learn about the thin line between love and hate that exists in every group fitness class—and why "Kimberly Joon" can be either a term of endearment or humorous frustrated shout out, depending on the intensity level.  Whether you're a hardcore group fitness addict, a curious newcomer, this episode is a love letter to the community, quirks and all. Because sometimes, a workout isn't just about a workout - it's about family. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - @groupxappeal. Questions or topic ideas? Email us @ groupxappeal@gmail.com Get your FREE Guide To Holistic Well-Being here: https://gxaguide.com/ Stay Connected with Kimberly: - @kimberlyspreenglick on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - email: kimberly@theinspiredlifeuniversity.com - website: www.theinspiredlifeuniversity.com Stay Connected with Terry: - @terryshorter on Instagram & Facebook - email: terry@rippedplanet.com - website: www.rippedplanet.com

  4. Jul 6

    96: Why People Quit Fitness...And How Group X Brings Them Back

    Here's a fact that should make every fitness professional pause: millions of people start working out every January. Within just a few months, many have already given up. But here's what most people get wrong about quitting - it has almost nothing to do with laziness. It's about discouragement, lost confidence, and a lack of connection. In this episode of Group X Appeal, Kimberly and Terry explore the real reason people fall off their fitness journey and reveal five ways group fitness can bring them back.  Discover why "most people don't quit exercise - they quit exercising alone," and why community is the missing ingredient in most fitness attempts. Learn how group fitness removes decision fatigue, celebrates progress over perfection, provides loving accountability without shame, and reminds you that you're capable in ways solo workouts never can. From the power of "showing up" to the encouraging words that can change an entire week - or even a life - this conversation is for anyone who's ever stepped away from fitness, struggled to stay consistent, or wondered why group workouts just feel different. It's also for instructors who want to understand how their classes can keep people coming back even when solo training fails. If you've fallen off your fitness journey, here's the truth: you don't have to be in shape to come back. You don't have to feel ready. You just have to show up - because your Group X community is waiting for you. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - @groupxappeal. Questions or topic ideas? Email us @ groupxappeal@gmail.com Get your FREE Guide To Holistic Well-Being here: https://gxaguide.com/ Stay Connected with Kimberly: - @kimberlyspreenglick on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - email: kimberly@theinspiredlifeuniversity.com - website: www.theinspiredlifeuniversity.com Stay Connected with Terry: - @terryshorter on Instagram & Facebook - email: terry@rippedplanet.com - website: www.rippedplanet.com

    96: Why People Quit Fitness...And How Group X Brings Them Back

  5. Jun 29

    95: The Top 5 Qualities of Life-Changing Fitness Instructors

    You've probably noticed it before: one instructor can have perfect choreography, cutting-edge music, and high-tech equipment - yet their classes feel off. Meanwhile, another instructor with simpler tools creates an experience people never forget. The difference isn't what they teach. It's how they show up. In this episode of Group X Appeal, Kimberly and Terry break down the five qualities that distinguish instructors who merely lead workouts from instructors who change lives.  Discover why seeing people before performance is a game-changer, why creating safety before challenge transforms trust, and how coaching possibility instead of limitations unlocks human potential.  Learn why your authenticity is your superpower, why people connect with humanity (not perfection), and how you can inspire confidence that extends far beyond the class itself. This isn't about choreography, playlists, or microphones. It's about understanding something deeper: people don't remember every cue you gave them - they remember how you made them feel. Through real stories and practical wisdom, Kimberly and Terry reveal what it actually takes to leave a lasting legacy in someone's life. And spoiler alert: you don't have to be perfect to do it. Whether you're an instructor seeking to elevate your impact, or someone curious about what makes a great leader in the group x world, this conversation will shift how you think about movement, teaching, and human connection. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - @groupxappeal. Questions or topic ideas? Email us @ groupxappeal@gmail.com Get your FREE Guide To Holistic Well-Being here: https://gxaguide.com/ Stay Connected with Kimberly: - @kimberlyspreenglick on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - email: kimberly@theinspiredlifeuniversity.com - website: www.theinspiredlifeuniversity.com Stay Connected with Terry: - @terryshorter on Instagram & Facebook - email: terry@rippedplanet.com - website: www.rippedplanet.com

    95: The Top 5 Qualities of Life-Changing Fitness Instructors

  6. Jun 22

    94: Building a Fitness Legacy: Jeffrey Scott on Staying Relevant & Leading with Impact

    What Does It Take to Build a 30-Year Career in an Industry That Never Stops Changing? Jeffrey Scott is a name synonymous with fitness excellence. From step aerobics and Body Pump to Reebok's legendary training team to his current work with BODi (by Beachbody), Jeffrey has witnessed the evolution of the fitness industry - and continues to thrive while many others have faded away. But his success wasn't built on trends or technology. It was built on something far more powerful: human connection and a commitment to lifting others up. In this inspiring episode of Group X Appeal, Kimberly and Terry sit down with Jeffrey to explore what true career longevity looks like. Discover how Jeffrey turned a system failure at a major Equinox event into a masterclass in staying present, why he teaches with his back to the mirror (not his face), and the pivotal mentors who shaped his path.  Learn why finding your niche beats being a jack-of-all-trades, how the 90/10 rule applies to adversity, and why "never take a step forward without reaching back" became his life's philosophy. From teaching his first class to developing global fitness programs, Jeffrey proves that longevity in fitness isn't accidental - it's intentional. He's mentored countless instructors and leaders, and his legacy is measured not in certifications earned, but in the lives he's transformed. Tune into be inspired my the amazing Jeffrey Scott! Jeffrey's go-to pump up songs: 🎶 Like Jennie - Peggy Gou Remix" by Jennie https://open.spotify.com/track/41JiYRL2Ahnbjy0WRExDge?si=185f49dca38b4250 🎶 "Came Here For Love" by Sigala & Ella Eyre Follow Jeffrey on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreyscottfit/  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - @groupxappeal. Questions or topic ideas? Email us @ groupxappeal@gmail.com Get your FREE Guide To Holistic Well-Being here: https://gxaguide.com/ Stay Connected with Kimberly: - @kimberlyspreenglick on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - email: kimberly@theinspiredlifeuniversity.com - website: www.theinspiredlifeuniversity.com Stay Connected with Terry: - @terryshorter on Instagram & Facebook - email: terry@rippedplanet.com - website: www.rippedplanet.com

    94: Building a Fitness Legacy: Jeffrey Scott on Staying Relevant & Leading with Impact

  7. Jun 15

    93: The 5 Trends Shaping The Future Of Fitness

    Technology is changing fitness faster than ever. AI-driven programming, wearables, on-demand apps, virtual classes - the options are endless. But here's the plot twist: even with all these advances, people crave something technology can never replicate... Human connection. In this forward-thinking episode of Group X Appeal, Kimberly and Terry explore five game-changing trends shaping the future of fitness and reveal why Group X may actually become MORE valuable - not less - as technology evolves. Discover why human connection is becoming premium, what hybrid fitness looks like, and how instructors are poised to step into a bigger role as community and wellness leaders. Learn why attention spans are shorter than ever but the need for connection is greater than ever, how mental wellness is becoming central to fitness (not an afterthought), and why the fitness industry desperately needs more heart-centered leaders and vitality coaches.  Whether you're an instructor questioning your relevance, a gym owner wondering what's next, or a fitness enthusiast curious about where this industry is heading, this conversation proves that no amount of AI can replace the magic of a room full of people moving together with shared purpose. The future isn't about technology replacing instructors. It's about instructors expanding their impact beyond the studio and beyond the physical. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - @groupxappeal. Questions or topic ideas? Email us @ groupxappeal@gmail.com Get your FREE Guide To Holistic Well-Being here: https://gxaguide.com/ Stay Connected with Kimberly: - @kimberlyspreenglick on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - email: kimberly@theinspiredlifeuniversity.com - website: www.theinspiredlifeuniversity.com Stay Connected with Terry: - @terryshorter on Instagram & Facebook - email: terry@rippedplanet.com - website: www.rippedplanet.com

    93: The 5 Trends Shaping The Future Of Fitness

  8. Jun 8

    92: The Power of Inclusivity in Group X!

    What Makes Someone Feel Like They Truly Belong in a Group Fitness Class? Not everyone walks into a fitness studio feeling welcome. Some people have never worked out before. Others have been excluded from spaces that didn't represent them. But group fitness has the rare power to unite people across every possible difference - culture, age, body type, gender, background—and make them feel like they've found their people. In this inclusive and powerful episode of Group X Appeal, Kimberly and Terry explore the five ways group fitness creates belonging and why inclusivity isn't a trend - it's intentional.  Discover why movement and music are universal languages, how representation in leadership changes everything, and why the words you use as an instructor can either invite people in or unintentionally push them away. Learn how community heals isolation, why options beat labels, and what it really means to make sure everyone in the room feels seen. Whether you're an instructor seeking to create truly inclusive spaces or a fitness enthusiast who's ever felt like you didn't belong, this episode reminds you: everyone deserves to be here, and your presence matters. Plus: Share YOUR story of the class or community that made you feel like you truly belonged for a chance to be featured in the upcoming special episode "The Class That Changed My Life." Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - @groupxappeal. Questions or topic ideas? Email us @ groupxappeal@gmail.com Get your FREE Guide To Holistic Well-Being here: https://gxaguide.com/ Stay Connected with Kimberly: - @kimberlyspreenglick on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - email: kimberly@theinspiredlifeuniversity.com - website: www.theinspiredlifeuniversity.com Stay Connected with Terry: - @terryshorter on Instagram & Facebook - email: terry@rippedplanet.com - website: www.rippedplanet.com

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Group X Appeal is the ultimate podcast for group exercise instructors, yoga teachers, and enthusiasts who love moving and getting healthier as a group! Hosted by industry veterans Kimberly Spreen-Glick and Terry Shorter (50+ years combined experience), this podcast celebrates the transformative power of group exercise and the people who make it unforgettable.From behind-the-scenes instructor stories and industry legend interviews to practical tips and hilarious class mishaps, Group X Appeal is your weekly dose of inspiration, education, and real talk about fitness, community, and vitality. New episodes every Monday. Subscribe now and rise with us! Connect: @GroupXAppeal | groupxappeal@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Group X Appeal
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    99
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Group X Appeal
  • Show Website
    Group X Appeal

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