1390: The State of the Gym Industry with UFC Gym President Adam Sedlack

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with UFC Gym president Adam Sedlack. The funny story of how Adam met Sal. (4:00) Adam’s 24 Hour Fitness journey. (6:54) What was it like working for Ray Wilson and Mark Mastrov? (10:04) Was the transition rocky when 24 Hour acquired Family Fitness? (12:41) The evolution of the gym space: His take on the race to the least expensive. (13:44) The pivotal moment he knew 24 Hour was doomed. (18:54) The COVID-19 impact on the industry and how the UFC Gyms adapted. (21:22) His theory on how Planet Fitness is surviving right now. (27:34) Why he believes Governor Gavin Newsom’s policies are costing people their lives. (29:25) Behind closed doors conversations: The strategic way UFC Gyms are bringing back the fitness model. (38:39) How to get involved politically to make a change. (42:06) The mental health effects. (46:00) Changing the narrative of fitness, how the at-home model is bringing more fitness awareness. (49:33) Mark Mastrov, making BIG moves. (55:58) How to build consumer trust in the COVID-19 era. (57:35) Their strategy with new media. (1:00:30) Does he see any permanent changes to the market? (1:05:49) Is remote work a way of the future? (1:10:03) His advice to the single gym owner. (1:10:55) How to create a community in a two-dimensional world. (1:12:47) How you live your journey today will make the difference. (1:15:30) From the front desk to President, the evolution of Adam Sedlack. (1:16:54) The moment in his journey that changed his life. (1:20:04) How to identify honest and authentic people. (1:24:47) Fitness, the best personal growth tool there is. (1:26:36) Navigating family life during a pandemic. (1:28:28) Building a legacy through actions. (1:31:58)  Are there things he would have done differently when starting a family? (1:34:45) Going all-in on being the RV guy. (1:37:25) What you may not know about Mark Mastrov. (1:38:35) Featured Guest/People Mentioned  Adam Sedlack (@ufcgymprez)  Instagram Gym & Fitness | MMA Training | UFC GYM Simon Sinek (@simonsinek)  Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned MAPS Fitness Products Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “Mindpump15” at checkout for 15% discount** 24 Hour Fitness declares bankruptcy, citing "devastating" coronavirus hit Demand at Planet Fitness better than anticipated - JPMorgan Health Clubs Are Not Spreading COVID-19, Study Finds California Fitness Alliance Apple Just Announced a Fitness Service. Are You Signing Up? Peloton Earnings Top Views As At-Home Fitness Boom Continues Will work be remote forever? - Simon Sinek