270. Karl Sanft, President & CEO of 24 Hour Fitness

Today, I'm joined by Karl Sanft, president & CEO of 24 Hour Fitness. A leading US operator, 24 Hour Fitness's HVLP gyms combine vast facilities, group classes, and personal training. Rebuilding post COVID, Karl is leading the brand toward sustainable growth. In this episode, we discuss transforming the chain for the next generation of gym-goers. We also cover: • Investing in club renovations • A shift toward functional training • Adapting to evolving member preferences Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Website: https://www.24hourfitness.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/24HourFitness - The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart workout solutions for fitness and health facilities.  Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/ Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/ Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:26) Current State of 24 Hour Fitness (04:37) Post-Pandemic Recovery (08:12) Positioning and Differentiation (10:51) Functional Training and Equipment Investments (13:21) Personal Training and Group Exercise Classes (16:26) Broader Health Trends and Member Engagement (26:13) Operational Strategies and Financial Health (28:50) Future Roadmap (35:01) The Power of Authentic Leadership (37:11) Conclusion