What does it take to turn a passion for fitness into a thriving business? In this episode of Hustle Northwest, we sit down with Ryan, the owner of Valley Strength and Fitness in Happy Valley, Oregon. Ryan shares his journey from a teenager obsessed with weightlifting to opening his own personal training gym in 2019.
We dive into:
💪 How he fell in love with bodybuilding and self-taught his way into the industry.
🏋️♂️ The grind of working at corporate gyms to save up for his own space.
😷 The unexpected challenges of running a gym during COVID-19—and how he kept the doors open.
📋 His philosophy on training, including the importance of proper form, tracking progress, and starting slow.
🥩 Why he recommends a high-protein, nutrient-dense diet for his clients.
Ryan keeps it real about the struggles, the wins, and what it actually takes to build a personal training business from the ground up. Whether you’re into fitness, entrepreneurship, or just love hearing inspiring stories, this one’s for you.
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Check out Valley Strength and fitness website!
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