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February 6, 2025 37 mins

Buckle up for an electrifying episode of the Fitness Business podcast featuring Ingrid Knight-Cohee, the 2024 IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year, who is revolutionizing group fitness with her groundbreaking MSINGI™ program. This isn't just another episode—it's a masterclass in transforming group fitness from an expense line to a profit center, packed with insider strategies for fitness leaders looking to innovate, engage members, and combat the growing epidemic of loneliness. Knight's unique Afrocentric functional movement program offers a fresh perspective on creating connection, motivation, and dynamic fitness experiences that go far beyond traditional workout models.

 

The episode also features additional perspectives from Jalynn Brown, who provides three key strategies for building strong instructor relationships, and Ken Reinig, an insurance specialist offering valuable business insights.

 

Key highlights from the episode:

- Strategies for instructor retention and building a thriving group fitness team

- Innovative approaches to group fitness programming that drive member engagement

- Insights into combating social isolation through community-focused fitness experiences

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Quotes:

“People need people.” - Ingrid Knight-Cohee

"33% [of people] say strength is their number one goal." - Ingrid Knight-Cohee

“When you're accountable to an instructor, and when you've got a tribe... your motivation comes easier." - Ingrid Knight-Cohee

"Everyone is struggling to find quality instructors right now." - Ingrid Knight-Cohee

 

Resources:

Fitness Business Podcast’s LinkedIn Community
Mystery Shopping for Fitness Businesses - Website
Ingrid Knight Cohee - LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram
Episode 297 - Listen
Fitness World - Website
Msingi Group Fitness Program - Website and Instagram

Merch Sponsor:
Pursuit Performance - Website
Be a Merch Sponsor - Here

In The Trenches With A REXer:
Jalynn Brown - LinkedIn
Healthworks Fitness - Website
REX Roundtables - Website and Email
REX Leadership Academy - Website

Trusted Suppliers:
Ken Reinig - LinkedIn and Website
ROR Partners - Website
Matrix - Website
Performance Foods - Website
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