EP 178 — Ian Molphy: Wisdom for Gym Owners

What does it actually take to build a great gym?In this episode, I sit down with Ian Molphy of KHP to talk about the realities of gym ownership, coaching and creating a place people genuinely want to be part of.We get into the transition from PT to gym owner, the numbers every owner should understand, retention, business values and some of the uncomfortable truths that come with running a gym.Ian also shares his philosophy on coaching — what matters beyond the perfect programme, when to push and when to back off, and what years of coaching experience can teach you that qualifications simply can’t.We also explore community and atmosphere, why people really stay at a gym, the difference between online and in-person coaching, where AI could fit into the future of fitness, and Ian’s advice for PTs coming through the industry today.A conversation about building better gyms, becoming a better coach and creating something people want to belong to.