From a Broken Back to Founder & CEO of a 10 Location Fitness Empire | Manning Summer On RISE | EP.11

Experience an insightful conversation on RISE Podcast, as host Gary Lipovetsky engages with the dynamic Manning Summer. From an engaging introduction, the episode unfolds Manning's compelling life story, discussing his upbringing in Birmingham, Alabama, and the pivotal role of his supportive family.The dialogue uncovers Manning's early leadership skills and his experiences with sports, resilience through injuries, and the significance of consistency. Discover his transition from football to entrepreneurship, insights gained from being a stunt double, and his remarkable journey in the fitness industry. The conversation also touches on friendship, values, and the drive that led him to launch his own beverage line. Tune in to gain inspiration from Manning's insights into planning, perseverance, and the courage to venture into unique business paths.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro4:44 Staying humble and confident9:06 Growing up in Birmingham, Alabama 12:54 Supportive Family (Operating on Fate)15:42 "I´ve always been a leader"17:50 Playing multiple sports as a kid18:32 Dealing with anger19:32 Receiving Scholarship22:11 "You don´t have pressure if you plan properly" Raised by dad harsh27:22 Playing footbal with a broken back / You will never play football again31:12 Recovering from back injury35:03 Being a star athlete in High School36:14 Importance of consistency38:26 Do you only help successful people?42:41 Dealing with injuries /Recovering from multiple injuries54:01 Importance of family support 58:44 "Are they really your friend?"1:04:38 Stepping back from football / Leaving the football team1:12:07 Training the football team1:15:51 Stunt Double for Bad Boys 21:17:58 Working as a personal trainer1:20:35 Working for the biggest Con Artist in the world1:22:01 "I have a category of gyms that doesn´t exist"1:28:34 Switching from personal training to group exercise1:32:08 Financing my first gym1:41:17 Launching my own beverage line Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices