The Truth About Scaling a Gym Business in 2025! ft. PJ Glassey | The Kronos Group Podcast #277
Release Date: 11/27/2025
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info_outlineYou’re passionate. You’re working hard. But you’re stuck. PJ Glassey, owner of Xgym, has lived the founder grind—building a fitness business from the ground up.
In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie dives deep with PJ about what it really takes to grow a gym that doesn’t rely on you showing up every day.
This isn’t a flashy marketing play. It’s systems, resilience, and real lessons from 20+ years in the fitness industry.
Topics we cover:
- How PJ built a brand without sacrificing his health the moment he realized he had to stop doing everything himself
- Why most gym owners burn out before they break through
- Creating predictable revenue in an unpredictable industry
If you’re a founder, fitness entrepreneur, or just tired of doing everything on your own — this one’s for you.