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Gym World Worldwide

Gym World is a weekly show about making money in the fitness industry. Join the co-founders of Kilo, John Franklin and Mateo Lopez, as they interview some of the industry"s most successful entrepreneurs.

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01:03:23

Inside the $600K-a-month gym model

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/10/31

🌎What happens when you blend a gym with a medical clinic? Jon Cheung figured it out. He built Evolve Strength — a hybrid fitness and healthcare model where trainers, physiotherapists, and specialists all work under one roof. It’s a system that keeps 7 gyms full, helps 15,000+ members, and generates up to $600K per month per location. Mateo Lopez talked to Jon about how he built it, how he structured leases for maximum efficiency, and why this “shopping mall for health and fitness” could be the

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00:48:43

These gym owners opened 42 locations in 5 years

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/10/24

🌎 John Franklin sits down with Josh Mildren and Benny Woolford from REVL Training — the duo who launched a gym franchise during COVID and grew it to 42 locations across five countries. They break down how REVL built an $11M global brand through tight programming, a proven presale playbook, and a focus on culture that’s fueling their next move into North America.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of

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00:42:34

This UK gym owner is redefining the member experience

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/10/17

🌎 John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) chats with Joe Gaunt (https://www.instagram.com/joehealthlabshq) from Zeno Health Club. They talk about creating a standout client experience and Joe's new health and wellness venture that could soon reach the American market.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/)

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00:40:00

John Franklin: What I'd do differently if I opened...

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/10/10

🌎 We talk to a lot of gym owners on Gym World, but today John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) flips the script. Mateo Lopez sits down with him to find out exactly what John would do if he opened another gym tomorrow. From the type of gym he’d run to how he’d price it, this episode is packed with lessons you can apply to your own business.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making

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00:49:00

These gym owners bring in $113K/month from CrossFit

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/10/03

🌎 Ken Williams and Jessika Loving opened their first CrossFit gym well after the “peak era” of CrossFit. Today, they run four successful locations. In this conversation with Mateo Lopez, they break down how acquisitions, solid systems, and smart processes helped them grow after COVID and carve out a model that stands out in a crowded market.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness

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00:39:02

Kaleda Connell: If I opened another gym today, here’s...

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/09/26

🌎 Thinking about opening a gym or fixing the one you’ve got? Kilo CEO Kaleda Connell (https://www.instagram.com/heykaleda/?hl=en) joins Mateo Lopez to share the biggest lessons she’s learned as a gym owner and what she'd do differently if she started today. Get insights on pricing, space, staffing, and the systems that set gyms up for long-term success.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in

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00:54:24

From broke gym to making $1.3M/year: what changed?

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/09/19

🌎 Disclaimer: This episode contains discussion of suicide and related topics, which may be distressing to some viewers. View discretion is advised. John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) talks with Anthony Amen (https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamenfitness/) of Redefine Fitness. Anthony opens up about overcoming setbacks after COVID, the highs and lows of gym ownership, and what it takes to run a 7-figure business with a $90K-per month location.P.S. If you like the show, then

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00:44:45

5 mistakes I'll never make again running a gym

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/09/12

🌎 Mateo Lopez sits down with Gym World's own John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) to unpack the five hardest lessons he learned running gyms. From costly mistakes to valuable insights, John shares what he wishes he knew sooner, so you don’t have to make the same errors.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here

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00:32:56

She doubled her clientele and built a $42K/month studio

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/09/05

🌎 How does a women-only gym with just 165 members make $42,000/month? John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) talks with Nora Matthew (https://www.instagram.com/coach_nora_matthew/) about Her Strength Studio, her small-group training model, and building a community for women of all ages.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here

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00:54:34

Why one gym gave up $700K/yr to build a better business

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/08/29

🌎 Why would two gym owners walk away from $700K a year in large group revenue? Mateo Lopez chats with Lane and Payden Montgomery from Go Performance & Fitness about their decision to switch to semi-private training, the obstacles they hit along the way, and how going smaller gave them more control and a stronger business.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry

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00:26:59

The gym that scaled to 8 locations by serving an...

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/08/22

🌎 John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) chats with Ryan Webb (https://www.instagram.com/ry.webbsig/) from Agrove Academy about the semi-private model that helped them scale to 8 locations in 2 years serving the neurodivergent community in California.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you don't

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00:45:41

The CrossFit gym owner who’s still going strong after...

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/08/15

🌎 Mateo Lopez chats with Danny Soul (https://www.instagram.com/dannysoul305/?hl=en) about Team Soul Training, a CrossFit gym that's been going strong for 15 years. Discover Danny's tactics for building culture, member retention, and long-term success.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you don't miss

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00:35:07

The most creative gyms of 2025 (so far)

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/08/08

🌎 John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) and Mateo Lopez recap 7 of the most creative and tactical gyms they’ve featured on the pod this year. Find out how they’re growing faster, retaining more members, and boosting revenue.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you don't miss out.🔥 Show

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00:35:24

The gym that maxed out at 200 members in 1 year

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/08/01

🌎 John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) and Mateo Lopez sit down with Matt Skeffington (https://www.instagram.com/matt_skeffington/) from Fuel Personal Training, who scaled his gym to 200 members in just a year. He shares lessons from early mistakes, how he built better systems, improved team culture, and delivers a top-tier member experience.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making

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00:50:46

How to build an onboarding system that converts like...

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/07/25

🌎 Mateo Lopez talks to Jeremy Jones (https://www.instagram.com/coachjeremyjones/?hl=en) about how he built one of Arizona’s fastest-growing gyms. They talk strategy, systems, and what it takes to reach $150k/month in revenue in just two years.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you don't miss out.📱Socials: The

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00:58:10

She makes $48K/month helping geeks fall in love with...

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/07/18

🌎 Mateo Lopez is joined by Sam Willens (https://www.instagram.com/bodysamantix/) from The Micro Squad to chat about her unique online training business that offers themed workouts for nerds and fandom lovers. With nearly 3,000 members, her workouts are make fitness fun for fans of all kinds.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here

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01:02:02

This strength and wellness studio made over $600K in...

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/07/11

🌎 John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) and Mateo Lopez chat with Tony Gentilcore and Dr. Lisa Lewis from Core Collective Brookline about how they combined fitness and wellness services to build a business that brings in well over $50K per month.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you don't miss

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00:41:50

His first gym went bankrupt. His second makes...

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/07/04

🌎 Mateo Lopez sits down with Scott Drapeau (https://www.facebook.com/Scottydrapeau) from Alliance Athletics to talk about how he built a $28,000/month gym in just 3 years. Scott shares how he grew from 50 to 300 members, what branding and social media strategies helped him stand out, and the lessons he's learned along the way.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry

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01:14:29

A smarter way to market your gym, with Jon Goodman

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/06/27

In this episode, John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) and Mateo Lopez chat with Jon Goodman (https://www.instagram.com/itscoachgoodman/?hl=en) about his journey from a broke personal trainer to earning over $3M a year, and the playbook that made it possible.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you

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00:50:52

This gym owner got 200+ members from social media

Gym World Worldwide ·

2025/06/20

🌎 Joe Strada (https://www.instagram.com/jmtsguy/) from Unleash’d Strength joins John Franklin (https://www.instagram.com/johnisbuilding/) and Mateo Lopez to break down his gym model and how social media—especially TikTok—is helping him grow the business.P.S. If you like the show, then you'll love the Gym World newsletter. Every Friday, John Franklin breaks down the possibilities of making money in the fitness industry. Subscribe here (https://usekilo.com/gym-world/) so you don't miss out

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