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WELL RUN: A Podcast for Fitness Owners Who Care About People AND Profit.
WELL RUN: A Podcast for Fitness Owners Who Care About People AND Profit
WELL RUN is for owners and leaders of gyms, wellness clubs, spas and studios who want clarity they can trust and strategies that actually match the weight of responsibility they’re carrying.
Hosted by Annie Adragna, a 25-year fitness industry leader and ICF certified coach who has spent her career turning vision into real results, each short episode gives you a direct, honest look at what truly moves a business forward. No theatrics. Just lived experience and the kind of insight you only get from someone who has been responsible for people, culture and revenue at the highest level.
We're digging into topics like:
• Build leadership teams that lead with presence and performance
• Design systems that create steadiness and strengthen profitability
• Increase member loyalty with thoughtful, high touch experiences
• Recruit executives who elevate your culture instead of draining it
• Create people first environments where teams grow and business grows with them
A well run business does more than succeed. It becomes one others look to for what is possible.
WELL RUN: A Podcast for Fitness Owners Who Care About People AND Profit.
Addressing Toxic Leadership in the Fitness and Wellness Industry
In this episode of Well Run, Annie Adragna tackles the problem of toxic leadership in gyms, health clubs and wellness businesses. From fear-based managers who rely on intimidation to leaders who hide behind “false harmony,” these patterns hurt staff morale, increase turnover, and create hidden revenue leaks.
Drawing on 23 years of experience in luxury fitness and wellness management, Annie explains why EQ leadership in the fitness industry is no longer optional — it’s the foundation of profitable, people-first growth. She shares practical leadership strategies that improve retention, boost employee engagement and directly impact your club’s bottom line.
You’ll learn how to:
- Recognize fear-based leadership behaviors that cost you money
- Spot “false harmony” and how it undermines trust and performance
- Shift toward high EQ leadership that creates a thriving workplace culture
- Ask the right questions, acknowledge meaningful contributions, and build systems that support both people and profit
If you’re ready to elevate your leadership approach and fix the cultural issues that silently drain revenue, this episode is your playbook. Annie also introduces a free tool — the Revenue Leaks Quiz — to help fitness and wellness operators uncover profit drains and strengthen long-term business sustainability.
Oasis Consulting Firm
People-first consulting for luxury health clubs, boutique studios, spas and recovery centers. We help you grow revenue, improve retention, and build teams that last. Founded by Annie Adragna, 20+ years in leadership and executive recruiting across top brands like Life Time, Equinox and Midtown Athletic Clubs.
Work with us: oasisconsultingfirm.co (find ways to work together, schedule a 30-minute call with Annie and grab some free resources there)
Connect:
- Email: annie@oasisconsultingfirm.co
- Instagram: @oasis_consulting_firm
- LinkedIn: Annie Adragna
About Annie:
Founder of Oasis Consulting Firm and host of Well Run Podcast. Consultant, strategist and executive recruiter focused on people-first operations and profitable growth.