Eden Group Podcast

Timestamps00:00 – Introduction01:58 – Early Fitness Journey07:06 – Knee Pain & ATG15:16 – Kendama & Twin Story32:40 – Coaching, Retreats & Travel38:09 – Money Stress & Faith52:00 – Status, Wealth & Relationships57:03 – Training for Longevity–Connect with Zack 👇:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-gallagher-239a92172/YouTube:  @ZackGallagher63   @HowToKendama1 IG: https://www.instagram.com/zack_gallagher/

You don’t need massive capital or the perfect background to build million-dollar businesses - and Ryan Casey is living proof of that!Ryan shares how he went from mowing lawns to owning one of the top-performing OrangeTheory franchises in America, all while working his way up through a 22-year journey with Cutco.Enjoy!–Check out everything Ryan is up to 👇:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-casey-a80802a0/Orangetheory: https://www.orangetheory.com/en-usLifestyle Investor: https://lifestyleinvestor.com/–Timestamps00:00 – Introduction 00:32 – Early Entrepreneurship Journey 02:00 – Cutco and Developing Sales Skills 12:51 – Building Effective Team Culture21:06 – Launching and Growing Orange Theory 37:40 – COVID Challenges and New Opportunities 40:35 – Lifestyle Investor Explained 45:06 – Choosing the Right Investments 51:23 – Orange Theory Fitness Business Insights 54:48 – Personal Goals & Future Vision

On today’s episode, Mark Nguyen shares his story of fleeing Vietnam and coming to America at the age of 2.From the U.S. Department of State, founding and growing two companies (Planet LA Records & The Well Network), and teaching, Mark’s story is one of persistence, resilience, and creativity.Enjoy!–Timestamps00:00 – Introduction  01:17 – Mark's Immigration Journey  03:45 – Education and Early Career 07:45 – Founding Planet LA Records  09:37 – Business Model & Brand Partnerships 22:40 – Evolution to The Well Network 25:17 – Membership Structure & Revenue Model 30:24 – Career Evolution & Background 33:15 – Events & Community Building 37:21 – Expanding Beyond CPG into Wellness 40:30 – Teaching & Education Journey 42:20 – Building Community & Overcoming Obstacles

On today’s episode, I am joined by J.J. Creegan, COO of Orangetheory Fitness.J.J. shares his story, from his early beginnings of stacking weights in South Florida to becoming the chief operating officer of one of the world's leading boutique fitness brands, Orangetheory Fitness.J.J.’s story is one of persistence, adaptability, and resilience. He shares a wealth of wisdom for any entrepreneur or investor in the fitness industry seeking to profit from doing good for their employees, customers, and community.Enjoy!–Connect with J.J. 👇:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/JJCreeganPersonal Site: https://www.jjcreegan.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjcreegan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jcreegan/–Check Out Eden Group:More Episodes: https://www.edengroupstudios.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eden-group-podcast/X: https://x.com/Eden_Group_Pod–Timestamps00:00 - Introduction 01:30 - Fitness Journey & Early Career 02:57 - Growing with Planet Fitness 06:02 - Launching Youfit Gyms 11:00 - Joining Orange Theory Fitness 15:20 - Secrets of Orange Theory's Success 19:47 - Insights on Fitness Franchising 30:37 - Books & Industry Trends 34:45 - GLP-1s 36:57 - Orange Theory’s Growth & Closing Thoughts

Connect with Reid 👇:Website: https://www.reidtileston.com/Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Rvn5L5YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reidtilestonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reidtileston/X: https://x.com/ReidTileston–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link:https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link:https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–

Connect with Tyler 👇:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylermayoras/Websites: https://mannatreepartners.com/team/tyler-mayoras/–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link:https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link:https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–Timestamps00:00 - Introduction 01:11 - Early Life and Career Beginnings 05:10 - Early Private Equity Deals: The Boca Burger Story 09:11 - Entering Health and Wellness Investing 17:05 - Common Mistakes When Scaling Companies 23:01 - Lessons from Investment Failures & Wins 27:18 - Good Product-Market Fit & Launching A CPG Brand 37:09 - Challenges and Opportunities in Cloud Kitchen 43:47 - Trends in Health & Nutrition 47:28 - Advice to Entrepreneurs & Where to Connect 

Connect with Cory 👇:Websites: https://industriousfrisco.com/ & https://atgfrisco.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/atgfrisco/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Industrious_frisco–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link:https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link:https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–00:00 - Introduction 01:07 - Cory’s Journey into Fitness 06:34 - Challenges of Transitioning Careers 11:28 - Starting CrossFit & Opening A Gym 16:18 - Growth and Challenges in the Gym Business 24:36 - Navigating Pricing & Business Mistakes 29:38 - Discovering ATG and Ben Patrick 38:33 - Introducing Industrious Fitness Model 47:28 - Marketing & Growth Challenges Today 52:40 - Future Plans & Growth Goals

Today, I am joined by Level 3 ATG coach Eric William.Eric shares how the Athletics Truth Group (ATG) is rewriting the rules of strength and pain-free movement and reinventing the boutique fitness business model.Join me as Eric explains the problems with the current fitness model and what coaches can do to create profitable, impactful businesses.—Connect with Eric 👇:Website: https://bulletproofmotion.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-williams-30167057/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ericwilliams195/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxQn-ASNy5t0FOMSVIFhSYg–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link:https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link:https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–00:00 - Introduction02:20 - Growing Up & Entering Fitness 08:31 - Headaches of The Gym Business 12:25 - ATG’s Vision 19:54 - ATG’s Value As A Brand 27:47 - ATG’s Value Proposition 36:28 - Mindset for Coaches & Trainers 41:28 - Future of Business Model 48:42 - Looking Ahead

Success is never smooth.Brandon Kennington, founder of BlueKube, shares with me his journey of failure, reinvention, and innovation in product development.From blowing his first $10K investment to building multi-million-dollar businesses, Brandon's story proves that learning from failure is crucial to catapulting you to stratospheric success.—Connect with Brandon 👇:Website: https://bluekube.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-kennington-7392102/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/BlueKubeCo/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BluekubeBrands/X: https://x.com/bluekuber–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link:https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link:https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–00:00 - Introduction 00:54 - BlueKube 04:28 - Growing Up & Career Path 08:25 - Founding BlueKube 16:05 - Overcoming Failure & Trying Again 23:28 - Make The Numbers Work 27:11 - Product Development 31:01 - Marketing 38:55 - Enjoying The Process 43:16 - Future Of BlueKube

Connect with Bojan 👇:Website:https://atgmacedonia.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/coachdikov/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bdikov/X: https://x.com/CoachDikovYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atg_macedonia–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link:https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link:https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–00:00 – Introduction 00:49 – Meeting Ben Patrick 07:07 – Making Fitness A Profession 12:45 – From Renting To Owning Your Own Space 19:28 – Business & Gym 28:17 – Rehab Through ATG 35:19 – Eric Williams & ATG Gyms 38:48 – Starting Your Own Gym

Greg Jones, owner of Gracie Barra Tacoma/ Bellevue/Marysville/Renton, shares his inspiring journey from bodybuilding and sports to eventually running successful gyms.Greg's story is full of valuable insights for those interested in the intersection of fitness, BJJ, and entrepreneurship!Enjoy!—Connect with Greg HERE:Website: https://graciebarratacoma.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachgregjones/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachgregjones44/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-jones-bb863441/–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298—Timestamps00:00 – Introduction01:07 – Getting Into Health & Wellness 08:04 – Returning to Seattle 15:25 – Running Gyms 21:33 – Rejoining Gracie Barra 30:37 – Biggest Chains In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 34:00 – Role Of AI & Marketing 43:01 – Growing The Business 55:32 – Role & Empowering Employees 58:00 – Vision For The Future 01:08:13 – What A Successful Gym Looks Like 

Today, I am joined by Connor Clayton, an L2-certified coach in Ben Patrick's ATG "Knees Over Toes" program.Connor shares his journey from ice hockey to competitive freestyle skiing and through various ACL injuries.Learn how ATG helped him heal his knee and how he’s helping others through regenerative movement training.—Connect with Connor HERE:Website: https://www.thekneehaber.com/In-person Coaching: https://www.thekneehaber.com/in-person-coachingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekneehaber/–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–00:00 – Introduction 00:47 – Young Athletic Journey 05:53 – Knee Injuries & ACL Tears20:05 – Getting Into ATG23:05 – Fourth ACL Tear 30:16 – Services & Line Skis 34:45 – Surprises As A Trainer 40:44 – Coaching Business 48:47 – Where To Connect

In today's episode, we hear from Graham Tuttle, also known as the Barefoot Sprinter on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and all the socials.Graham shares his inspiring journey from struggling with athleticism to mastering human movement and reconnecting people with their natural abilities.This episode is packed with invaluable insights, from Graham’s training approach and business models to his philosophy of life.I hope you enjoy it!—Connect with Graham HERE:Website: https://barefootsprinter.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnBZ3gJVRPCP_cUI53zvBtQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebarefootsprinter/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebarefootsprinterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebarefootsprinterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-tuttle-040342ba/X: https://x.com/barefootsprintrSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6JoH3BOJAlSW2hqWWzdvzV–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–00:00 - Introduction 01:45 - Growing Up & Training 14:36 - Developing The Training Philosophy 21:38 - Learning The Fitness Business 32:08 - Developing Barefoot Training 46:36 - Importance Of Play 49:36 - Business Models 01:01:23 - Long Term Vision 01:15:21 - ATG Gym & Vision For The Industry 01:28:20 - Goals To Set For 2025

I am joined today by Wade Houchin, founder of 289 Sports Performance in Celina, Texas.Wade shares his incredible journey from electrician to certified ATG sports performance coach.He discusses his unorthodox path to coaching and how his unique methods are transforming athletic training, as well as some valuable business insights we can all learn from.—Connect with Wade HERE:Website: https://www.289sportsperformance.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wade-houchin-5579562a7/–I am joined today by Wade Houchin, founder of 289 Sports Performance in Celina, Texas.Wade shares his incredible journey from electrician to certified ATG sports performance coach.He discusses his unorthodox path to coaching and how his unique methods are transforming athletic training, as well as some valuable business insights we can all learn from.—Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298—Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction01:41 - Early Life & Role Of Sports08:18 - ATG Program19:54 - Training Philosophy 34:17 - Olympic Lifting37:14 - Spinal Engine 47:55 - Business Model & Vision 01:01:20 - Content Strategy01:07:50 - Graham Tuttle 01:10:21 - Looking Forward 01:19:20 - Shoutouts

I am joined today by Dr. Sean Flaherty, a Chiropractor based in Tacoma, WA.Sean shares his inspiring journey from a sports-loving childhood to becoming the owner of Narrow’s Chiropractic.Thanks to his passion for health and wellness, he has many valuable insights about the Chiropractic business and fitness as a whole.—Connect with Sean HERE:Website: https://narrowschiropractic.com/–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–Timestamps00:00 - Introduction 01:22 - Early Life And College 07:01 - Rugby 09:30 - Chiropractic Practice & Business 20:54 - Role Of ATG 27:57 - Helping Deconditioned People 34:39 - Longevity For Patients 46:54 - Growth & Future Of The Business 50:38 - New Fish Oil 57:30 - Natural Movement Practice 59:30 - Overcoming Lows 01:06:44 - Future Plans & Shoutouts

This week, I am joined by Dr Dave Osborne, who shares his incredible journey from an active childhood to becoming an elite strength coach and powerlifter.Learn how his upbringing, Marine Corps experience, and passion for coaching shaped his unique approach to empowering athletes of all ages and running an elite gym.—Connect with Dave HERE:Website: https://www.opsgym.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/649757024/osborn-performance-systems-llc/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OPSgym/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OPSGYM-pf8sr & https://www.youtube.com/@CoachesCornerUCoaches Corner:  https://coachescorneru.com/courses–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298 —Timestamps00:00 - Introduction 03:21 - Early Life 12:38 - College 17:22 - Starting A Gym 27:27 - Training Approaches 35:17 - Running The Business 43:11 - Further Education 46:26 - OPS Gym 51:06 - Pushing Competitiveness 1:01:42 - Future Of The Business 01:14:21 - Advice For Getting Into This Industry 01:21:55 - Connect With Dave 

On today’s Eden Group Podcast episode, Shannon Higginson shares his inspiring journey to success.From dropping out of high school to owning multiple successful businesses, including a Jiu-Jitsu academy and a contracting firm, Shannon speaks to the valuable insights needed to become a successful entrepreneur.Enjoy!—Connect with Shannon HERE:Website: https://www.professorshannonh.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonhiggasonApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-you-know-with-shannon-higgason/id1677011258Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0h6935tg7i4ezlvsLBBH4VGracie Barra: https://graciebarra.com/renton-wa/team/shannon-higgasson/Higgason Homes: https://www.higgasonhomes.com/We Defy Foundation: https://wedefyfoundation.org/–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–Timestamps00:00 - Introduction 01:44 - Early Life 05:44 - First Bussiness 11:20 - Jiu-Jitsu School 19:33 - Growing The Construction Company 29:21 - Gracie Barra 33:38 - Construction Business vs. BJJ Bussiness 39:37 - Journey To A Strong Mindset 49:55 - Love For Coaching 52:42 - How To Guarantee Failure 01:04:43 - Where To Find Shannon

I am joined today by Caleb Fairey.Caleb shares his journey from physical therapist to real estate investor, explaining his challenges in the healthcare industry and frustrations with insurance.He also talks about developing an entrepreneurial mindset, resulting in a successful side business in real estate.—Connect with Caleb HERE:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-fairey-dpt-ocs-60b55aa7/Real Estate: https://www.ehrinfairey.com/Curing Kids Cancer: https://curingkidscancer.org/–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298—Timestamps00:00 - Introduction 00:45 - Catching up 02:53 - College and Joining Healthcare 06:25 - Reality of Working in Healthcare 11:35 - Relocating and Starting a Cash Clinic 19:27 - Learning Entrepreneurship 30:24 - Caleb’s Business Journey 36:59 - Problems With The PT Business 46:26 - Real Estate Business 55:02 - Where To Connect 

Join me as I speak with Chris Hintermeister, an accomplished marketing and business leader with extensive experience building world-renowned CPG & Health and Wellness brands.From working at Ford to Gatorade, Therabody, and Tropicana Brands to mentoring sports-focused startups at SPORTS TECH TOKYO, Chris shares valuable insights that you can use to find success in your own career.Enjoy!—Connect with Chris HERE:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chintermeister/GatoradeTherabodyTropicana BrandsSPORTS TECH TOKYO–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298–Timestamps00:00 - Introduction 02:34 - Importance of Health and Fitness 07:05 - Growing Up and Early Career 16:54 - Time at Gatorade 33:05 - Recovery for Athletes and Therabody 40:56 - Overlooked Great Ideas 43:11 - Sports Tech Tokyo 46:11 - Mistakes In The Corporate World 51:00 - Tropicana 53:07 - Fitness Approach 01:00:22 - Where To Find Chris

On this week’s Eden Group Podcast Episode, I am joined by Ryan Bond.His unique journey starts with skateboarding in his youth to becoming a competitive lifter and fitness coach today, helping countless people achieve their health goals.Join us as we talk training philosophy, the personal training business, and more.—Check Out Ryan HERE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bond.strength?igsh=MThyd3VzOG9jY3hjMQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr–Check Out Eden Group:ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ecATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298Timestamps00:00 - Introduction01:18 - Sports, Skateboarding and Lifting 03:24 - Studying and Teaching Fitness 09:23 - The Training Business 14:34 - Inspirations 16:24 - Ryan’s Vision for His Business 18:45 - Misconceptions from New Clients 21:14 - GLP-1 Medications 26:47 - Body Dysmorphia and Declining Focus on P.E 31:36 - Competitive Lifting 37:11 - Final Remarks and Where to Connect