Smittyville — A Podcast For Personal Trainers

Welcome to Smittyville. The smartest small town in fitness.

Hosted by Chris Smith, CEO of Fitness World and acting Mayor of Smittyville, alongside Krissy Vann, national television host and fitness journalist behind All Things Fitness and Wellness (ATFW).

Chris built his career from personal trainer to CEO, leading one of Western Canada’s largest fitness brands. His background in coaching, operations, and multi-location leadership gives personal trainers practical, real-world insight into building sustainable careers in fitness.

Krissy brings the bigger picture. As the host of the ATFW Podcast, she interviews enterprise-level executives, founders, analysts, and innovators shaping the global fitness industry. She translates complex industry trends into clear, relevant context for trainers on the ground.

Together, they bridge frontline training with business strategy, leadership, and career development. Each episode delivers clear, actionable guidance for personal trainers who want to grow — whether that means building skills, increasing income, understanding the industry, or creating long-term opportunity.

Smittyville is your home base for career growth, training insight, and fitness industry education.

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Smittyville: Real Talk for Real Personal Trainers