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275. Chris Howell, CEO of SPX

275. Chris Howell, CEO of SPX

Fitt Insider · Joe Vennare

February 11, 202538m 44s

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Show Notes

Today, I'm joined by Chris Howell, CEO of SPX.

A global gym and wellness design firm, SPX has crafted over 100 innovative spaces across 14 countries for brands like Soho House, HUME, and Rumble Boxing.

In this episode, we discuss elevated gym design, luxury hospitality, and custom equipment manufacturing.

We also cover: • Gym and wellness design trends • Integrating recovery into fitness spaces • Creating social hubs without sacrificing functionality

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SPX's Website: https://www.spxfit.com/ SPX's IG: https://www.instagram.com/spxgymdesign/ Chris' IG: https://www.instagram.com/chrishowell16/ Chris' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishowell16/

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Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:27) Chris' Journey to SPX (05:39) Challenges in Gym Design (07:24) The Nine-Step Process for Gym Design (14:19) Trends in Fitness and Wellness Spaces (20:08) Consultancy and Playbooks for Success (23:02) Balancing Design and Functionality (25:26) Common Client Misconceptions (30:18) The Future of Wellness and Hospitality (35:17) Conclusion