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131: Lewis Paris - How to Build a Fitness Brand From the Ground Up: Community, Exploration and Leadership
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What if you let life’s twists guide you instead of forcing the next step? For Lewis Paris, this mindset turned an ACL injury into the foundation of a thriving fitness empire. From dreams of a football career to spinning records as a DJ in Greece, Lewis’s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of following life’s unexpected opportunities.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- From football to fitness: Lewis shares how an ACL injury derailed his football dreams but set him on a path to discovering his true calling.
- DJing in Greece: Hear how his experience working as a DJ on the island of Kos gave him the freedom to explore his passions and unlocked his potential for a fitness career.
- More than physical fitness: Discover why Lewis believes true transformation is about building mental strength, resilience, and personal growth alongside physical fitness.
- Building a brand: Learn how Lewis transitioned from managing gyms to creating his own fitness community, emphasizing mentorship and holistic wellness.
- Empowering others: Explore how his personalized training programs and corporate wellness initiatives inspire clients to reach their full potential in all areas of life.
🌟 Why This Episode Matters:
This isn’t just a story about fitness—it’s about navigating life’s unexpected turns and finding purpose in the process. Lewis opens up about the setbacks and triumphs that shaped his journey, offering valuable lessons on resilience, mindset, and creating a life that aligns with your passions.
🎧 Key Takeaways:
- How an ACL injury became a catalyst for reinvention and new opportunities.
- Why fitness is about more than physical transformation—it’s about mental resilience and holistic growth.
- The importance of mentorship and building a supportive community to inspire change.
- How to embrace life’s twists and use them to guide you toward your true calling.
🎧 Tune In Now:
This episode dives deep into the mindset and strategies behind Lewis’s journey from football to fitness, offering inspiration and actionable insights for anyone looking to embrace reinvention and turn challenges into opportunities.
Let’s Connect:
Are you looking for career clarity for your next step? For more information or to book a consultancy, make sure you check out www.2ndwind.io.
Chapters
1. 131: Lewis Paris - How to Build a Fitness Brand From the Ground Up: Community, Exploration and Leadership (00:00:00)
2. Elite Athlete Career Transition Reflection (00:00:05)
3. Childhood Sports Aspirations and Reflection (00:08:29)
4. Personal Training (00:20:54)
5. Career Transition and Growth in Fitness (00:28:32)
6. Fitness Business Expansion and Accessibility (00:35:02)
7. Fitness Business Long-Term Growth Vision (00:45:07)
8. Evolving Fitness Business and Brand (00:49:06)
9. Entering Personal Training (00:56:43)
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