Each month Blair McHaney, the CEO of MXM, sits down with Taylor Brown, the assistant editor of Club Solutions Magazine, for a frank discussion on the current state of the fitness industry.
BLAIR MCHANEY’S POV SHOW NOTES
Favorite Parts of 2022
- McHaney said mid-March was his favorite part of the year due to COVID-19 restrictions lifted off clubs.
- The industry had a very positive comeback from the pandemic despite many formerly believing the majority of clubs would not survive.
- Exercise received more recognition than possibly ever before.
Biggest Challenges of 2022
- The first quarter of the year through restrictions made gyms feel less comfortable due to more rules and a lack of patrons.
- The second biggest challenge was raising revenue back up to where it was before COVID-19.
Lessons Learned and Reinforced Throughout the Year
- When you are certain several datapoints area leading to a trend, act fast. Don’t wait for the next datapoint.
- Advocacy proved its worth. The Washington Fitness Alliance enabled state-wide grants to be enacted.
- In a world where many people are having a hard time, employees were a continuous source of loyalty and kindness. That reinforced how we should continue to treat others well.
Looking Forward to 2023
- McHaney is looking forward to being more involved into building out the MXM institute and the consulting side of the business. Engagements so far through consulting are having a huge impact.
- Rest and recovery. If people in our industry aren’t taking a serious look into recovery, then they will be missing out on a massive opportunity to build revenue and help others.
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