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Mar 2025
33m 56s

Stronger, Healthier, Better: Fitness & B...

Eric Anderton
About this episode

Chris Howell, CEO and Founder of SPX, is at the forefront of luxury gym design, blending aesthetics with functionality to create immersive fitness experiences. SPX crafts wellness spaces for high-end hospitality groups and multi-family residences, integrating cutting-edge equipment with innovative interior design.

In today's conversation, Chris shares insights into his career transition from Wall Street to fitness, influenced by his athletic background in lacrosse at Hofstra University. He emphasizes the importance of nutrition over exercise, sustainable fitness routines, and balancing cardio with strength training.

Chris also discusses gym design strategies, highlighting early collaboration with architects and the challenges of translating vision into execution. He delves into the sauna and cold plunge routines, injury rehabilitation, and the business strategy of targeting ideal clients. His approach underscores incremental changes for long-term health and success, both in fitness and business.

 

HIGHLIGHTS

[00:06] Gym Design Firm Overview 

[01:56] Athletic Background and Career Transition 

[04:21] Sauna and Cold Plunge Usage 

[07:38] Nutrition and Fitness Challenges 

[13:55] Balancing Cardio and Weights

[18:01] Managing Injuries and Rehabilitation 

[21:12] Business Goals and Strategy 

[25:17] Finding the Right Client Avatar 

[29:14] Incremental Changes in Fitness and Nutrition 

 

RESOURCES:

Connect with Chris Howell:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chrishowell16/

Website: spxgymdesign.com/

 

Restaurant Recommendations in NYC

Emily: https://www.pizzalovesemily.com/

Catch Steak: https://www.catchrestaurants.com/location/catch-nyc/

 

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