Three Questions to Answer Before Opening a Gym

Three Questions to Answer Before Opening a Gym

— David Allen
Much of our success can be attributed to insanely hard work, lots of sacrifice, and a good bit of luck. But first I had to answer these questions.
Close the Vents

Close the Vents

— Michael Speidel
Here are a couple of ideas that you could do today to improve your work or team culture — they all start with reducing negativity disguised as venting.
How You Do Anything Is How You'll Do Everything

How You Do Anything Is How You'll Do Everything

— Chris Tutela
I want to share some of the key principles to success that I have learned over the last few years. Start here and you'll be well on your way to achieving your goals.
Strategies of Business and Training: Save, Spend, Invest

Strategies of Business and Training: Save, Spend, Invest

— David Allen
I am going to describe the similarities between three money management strategies and their application to your time in the iron game.
How Good Is Your Huddle?

How Good Is Your Huddle?

— Michael Speidel
The huddle has everything to do with your team's success. What might surprise you is that it also has everything to do with your success in life.
Women and Imposter Syndrome

Women and Imposter Syndrome

— Dani LaMartina
The more I reflect, I realize how much I have permitted this fear to dictate to the extent to which I engage in certain opportunities or cultivate a niche for myself as an educated, strong ass woman who wants to get you healthy.
Leaders and Followers: Understanding The Root of Conflict

Leaders and Followers: Understanding The Root of Conflict

— Michael Speidel
Your business or team will only thrive when each member firmly grasps the purpose of the organization and their role contributing to it. Understanding this concept is simple, but applying it is not.
Why Gyms Fail and How to Prevent It

Why Gyms Fail and How to Prevent It

— Alexander Cortes
Through education and planning, avoid these gym-owner mistakes.
The Work Comes First

The Work Comes First

— Alexander Cortes
You will find no forward momentum by doing nothing. Without work, passion and purpose won't take you anywhere.
The Biggest Key to Success in the Client-Coach Relationship

The Biggest Key to Success in the Client-Coach Relationship

— Julia Anto
More than the training techniques or coaching methods, there is one thing that will make or break your success working with a coach.
5 Easy Ways To Become A Shitty Client

5 Easy Ways To Become A Shitty Client

— Ken "Skip" Hill
Are you trying to make your coach’s life hell? Do you aspire to be the biggest pain in the ass possible? I’ve got the plan for you.
Everything Starts at Zero

Everything Starts at Zero

— Alexander Cortes
For most things in life, you start with nothing. Get comfortable with this.
Are You Pissing Off the Right People?

Are You Pissing Off the Right People?

— Michael Speidel
Pursuing a life of great achievement without collecting critics and hurting feelings along the way is simply not possible. This is especially true in this hyper sensitive, “safe-zone” world that...
WATCH: Table Talk — How Can You Become Part of Team elitefts?

WATCH: Table Talk — How Can You Become Part of Team elitefts?

— Dave Tate
There are a lot of strong lifters in the world. That's not all we're looking for.
Personal Training Is NOT Easy

Personal Training Is NOT Easy

— Alexander Cortes
To be a successful trainer, it takes more than showing up and looking the part. It takes more than you think.
Poor Business Advice from Training and Business 'Gurus'

Poor Business Advice from Training and Business 'Gurus'

— David Allen
The advice of other business owners will be an invaluable asset to growing your company— but only if you're listening to the right people.
Ongoing Technological Investments—Looking Ahead

Ongoing Technological Investments—Looking Ahead

— Dave Tate
2015 has been a big year for elitefts. As it comes to a close, we're continuing to stay busy by using the knowledge we gained through many major changes. There are more to come.
WATCH: What Is Team elitefts?

WATCH: What Is Team elitefts?

— Clint Darden
Many definitions may apply, but how does Clint Darden define Team elitefts?
Four Ways to Become a Strong(her) Boss

Four Ways to Become a Strong(her) Boss

— Alycia Israel
If you're a woman who holds a supervisory role in a male-dominated field, you're going to encounter unique challenges. These four principles have helped me improve management processes.
WATCH: Table Talk — How Much Is elitefts Worth?

WATCH: Table Talk — How Much Is elitefts Worth?

— Dave Tate
This company has never existed to compete with Company A, B, or C. If you own your own business, you need to understand your culture and evaluate how that translates to a dollar value.
Are You a Gym Gypsy?

Are You a Gym Gypsy?

— Chris Janek
Throughout my life, I've been around numerous lifters, athletes and ‘weekend warriors,’ and I've seen a wide variety of personalities. That said, there is a new breed in the gym,...
Selling Out for Profits

Selling Out for Profits

— JL Holdsworth
If you can't get clients through your door, your expertise doesn't matter.
Turning Passion Into Business: Running A Private Powerlifting Gym

Turning Passion Into Business: Running A Private Powerlifting Gym

— Zac Whalen
RiverCity Barbell started as most gyms do: in a garage. We defined our business and used these tactics to make our training facility what it is today.
The ONE THING You Need to be Doing

The ONE THING You Need to be Doing

— Alexander Cortes
You've been searching for it. A lot of people promise it. Here's the real deal.