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Welcome to the Fitness + Technology Podcast for club owners, operators, and fitness professionals! This show is your #1 trusted resource for the accelerating world of fitness technology. Each week, we bring you an expert interview with a global influencer at the crossroads of fitness and technology. You'll get the insights, tools, and inspiration you need to stay connected to the pulse of what mat... more

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In this episode of the Fitness + Technology Podcast, Bryan O'Rourke sits down with Florian Brauer, Senior Global Brand Manager for FIBO—the world's largest exhibition platform for health, fitness, and wellness. Florian oversees FIBO's global brand st... more

In this episode of the Fitness + Technology Podcast, Bryan O'Rourke sits down with Chris Sullivan, recently CIO of Self Esteem Brands and now Lead Principal Advisor at Brillect. Together, they explore the realities of scaling technology in complex, f... more

In this episode of the Fitness + Technology Podcast, Bryan O'Rourke presents "Gamification That Pays: Inside the Referral + Loyalty Tactics Fueling Growth," a panel discussion recorded live at the HFA Show in San Diego.

Bryan is joined by Heather M... more

In this episode of the Fitness + Technology Podcast, host Bryan O'Rourke welcomes Jim Paro, Founder of Operate Fit, to the show.

Operate Fit is a platform designed to help community-focused organizations modernize how they manage their operations. ... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Sullivan
Chief Information Officer with background at Self Esteem Brands, Anytime Fitness, and Target
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Episode: Cutting Through The AI Hype Cycle In Fitness With Chris Sullivan
Heather Malstaff
Director of Sales and Operations
Extraordinary Brands
Episode: Gamification That Pays: Inside the Referral + Loyalty Tactics Fueling Growth LIVE From HFA Show 2026
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Owner and Founder
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Episode: Gamification That Pays: Inside the Referral + Loyalty Tactics Fueling Growth LIVE From HFA Show 2026
Amy Boring
Technologist / Consultant
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Episode: Gamification That Pays: Inside the Referral + Loyalty Tactics Fueling Growth LIVE From HFA Show 2026
Jim Paro
Founder of Operate Fit, focused on digitizing nonprofit operations and safety
Operate Fit
Episode: Operate Fit: Building Better Systems For Nonprofits With Jim Paro
Sunil Saha
CEO of Perkville and Middle
Perkville; Middle
Episode: Perkville: Driving Loyalty & Retention Innovation With Sunil Saha
Steffie Bryant
President of Keep Me AI
Keep Me AI
Episode: Agentic AI And The Future Of Fitness: A Conversation With Steffie Bryant
Pete Moore
Expert in M&A advising brands in the fitness industry
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Episode: Capital, Strategy, & Innovation In Fitness With Pete Moore
Carrie Kepple
Chairwoman of IHRSA (now HFA) and owner of Styles Studios, with extensive experience in the fitness industry.
Styles Studios
Episode: Operational Excellence & Tech Integration With Carrie Kepple

Host

Bryan O'Rourke
Host of the fitness and technology-focused show; known for exploring the practical intersection of fitness operations and technology adoption.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Great Informative On Technology Health Clubs & Fitness

    Enjoy listening to the latest on gym health club and fitness studio technology trends !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bryankorourke
    United States4 years ago
  • Great show!

    This show's contents are truly fantastic. It has a wealth of valuable information. I wholeheartedly suggest this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IAmMissTiempo
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Must Listen

    Always insightful with a finger on the pulse of the reality of business and the future of the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mmmbjb
    United States6 years ago
  • Very informative podcast

    I thoroughly enjoy listening and learning more about this intersection of fitness and technology. This is a must listen to podcast for those interested in these two spaces.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SHStump
    United States8 years ago
  • Superb

    I can't believe I didn't know abou this sooner. Thank you! Loving both your shows.Such heartfelt content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theotherofficeguy
    United States8 years ago

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Listeners appreciate deep dives into data, KPI usage, and AI applications in fitness.
The show provides valuable information and practical insights for fitness businesses.
Consistently focuses on the future of fitness technology with actionable takeaways.
Great informative and insightful on technology in health clubs and fitness.
Production quality and guest quality are frequently praised.

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Operate Fit: Building Better Systems For Nonprofits With Jim Paro
Q: What are the biggest challenges you see when deploying a new technology in a nonprofit like YMCA-type organizations?
The primary hurdle is change management and culture; selecting the right implementation team, ensuring representation, and focusing on a few high-impact pain points first to avoid overwhelm.
Operate Fit: Building Better Systems For Nonprofits With Jim Paro
Q: Given your background through both for-profit and non-profit experiences, what are your thoughts on the adoption of technology in nonprofits?
Nonprofits vary in capability, but adoption is increasingly driven by leadership and board expectations, with technology becoming a baseline requirement rather than a luxury.
Perkville: Driving Loyalty & Retention Innovation With Sunil Saha
Q: How should a gym structure a loyalty and referral program to be sustainable?
Ensure rewards are aligned with customer value, set clear eligibility rules (like expiration and one-member one-reward considerations), and customize the program to your client base while maintaining financial discipline and measurable ROI.
Perkville: Driving Loyalty & Retention Innovation With Sunil Saha
Q: What are the three key opportunities you're seeing in the fitness tech space right now?
Sunil highlights AI, integrations, and referrals/gamification as the three main areas. AI is expanding capabilities from marketing to support to product, integrations are necessary for reliable data across platforms, and referrals plus gamification drive cost-effective leads and customer retention.
Agentic AI And The Future Of Fitness: A Conversation With Steffie Bryant
Q: How do you see the use of technology affecting jobs in the fitness industry?
Steffie believes it will both replace some jobs and create new opportunities, allowing staff to focus on in-person interactions rather than administrative tasks.

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The show centers on the intersection of fitness, technology, and business, featuring high-profile guests who are building and enabling tech-enabled fitness experiences. Episodes frequently explore data-driven decision making, AI and automation in gym operations, digital client journeys, and the economics of running modern health clubs. A standout throughline is practical strategy: how to adopt systems, unlock revenue opportunities, and scale innovative fitness concepts without sacrificing service and human connection. The mix of operators, technologists, and industry leaders often gears episodes toward actionable insights for club owners, operators, and vendors navigating a rapidly tech-enabled landscape.

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Recent guests on Fitness + Technology include:

1. Chris Sullivan
2. Heather Malstaff
3. Martin Johns
4. Amy Boring
5. Jim Paro
6. Sunil Saha
7. Steffie Bryant
8. Pete Moore

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