TURNING MILITARY EXPERIENCE INTO FITNESS LEADERS

Mike Nichols, Director of Military Operations for F45 Fitness had an idea 10 years ago. It was to take Veterans experience coming out of the military and to help them get jobs in the fitness industry. Mike served the Marines as a Marine Corps. Drill Instructor. for over 20 years and says that there are certain times in your life that you have to make tough decisions that can change the trajectory of your life. Entering the Military was one of those types of decisions and Mike hasn't looked back since. As a Marine Corps. Drill Instructor, Mike has always been into fitness, specifically with High Intensity Interval Training since the Marines typically use this type of programming when training. He bases his drive for results on the 14 Leadership traits: Justice, Judgement, Decisiveness, Integrity, Dependability, Tact, Initiative, Endurance, Bearing, Unselfishness, Courage, Knowledge, Loyalty and Enthusiasm. While in the Marines, Mike has always been inspired by helping others and often thought about a program of sorts to help them once they leave the military. Upon leaving the Corps. after 2 decades he joined an F45 studio as a member because he was used to the H.I.I.T. type of training and was immediately attracted to the workout and community. He then pitched that idea he has had all those years back to F45 to help military servicemen get jobs at fitness facilities. Fast fwd. a decade and he has made that a reality. Mike now implemented the Veterans Impact Program and has created an entirely new Division for the fitness company. There are 5 Pillars to the program. 1. Employment 2. Dept. of Defense Internship Program 3. Apprenticeship 4. Ownership 5. Putting F45 studios on military bases There is no doubt that Mike's drive and determination is an inspiration to all and one that will continue to help Veterans for years to come #OORAH