What sparks someone to change their life completely? In this episode, host Marcus Arredondo connects with Evan Flock,  a husband, father of 2, co-owner, and founder of Sessions Personal Training, who shares his inspiring journey from an unhealthy relationship to building a successful fitness business. He talks about the moment that flipped everything for him and how he found his way into the competitive fitness world. Evan’s story is one of resilience, passion, and personal growth. Whether you’re looking for motivation to reach your fitness goals or insights on starting your own business, this episode offers something for everyone. Tune in to hear how Evan turned a small gym into a thriving community through hard work, creativity, and a dedication to helping others succeed.

Episode highlights:
[0:00] Intro
[2:47] Evan’s pivotal life moments
[13:50] The semi-private personal training model
[16:49] From entertainment to entrepreneur
[26:54] Adversity, grit, and success in fitness
[30:37] Client connections, referrals, and polarized digital marketing
[38:28] Personal training philosophy, hiring process, and the role of grit and curiosity
[45:45] Leaping from the garage gym to an entire business
[48:30] Health and peptides
[50:13] Refining fitness model for long-term success
[52:00] Passion and growth in the fitness business
[54:29] Outro