In this special episode, Tom is thrilled to speak with Elaine LaLanne, the wife of the legendary fitness pioneer Jack LaLanne. Elaine shares delightful stories and personal anecdotes from their life together, highlighting Jack's incredible legacy and his groundbreaking contributions to the fitness world.

Elaine reminisces about Jack's early days in television, his iconic fitness inventions, and his unwavering dedication to helping people lead healthier lives. She also discusses the upcoming event to honor Jack's memory: a world record attempt for the most people doing jumping jacks simultaneously.

Listeners will be inspired by Elaine's own fitness journey and her motivational insights on maintaining a healthy lifestyle at any age. Don't miss this heartwarming and informative episode celebrating the life and legacy of Jack LaLanne.

Register Today to Break the World Record & Make History on July 12, 2024! • Registration Link to Join Elaine & Fitness Stars in Person at IDEA World in LA and Participate in the World Record attempt: https://bit.ly/IDEAJLJJC • Registration Link to Join JLJJC Remotely (from anywhere!) and Participate via Live Streaming: https://bit.ly/JumpingJackChallenge

In this episode of Fitness Disrupted 2.0 Tom interviews Karl Sanft, CEO of 24 Hour Fitness.

More than just a corporate executive, Karl's personal fitness journey has given him valuable insights into the essence of gym-goers' experiences. Through the lens of his passion for fitness, he offers valuable perspectives on the evolving needs and aspirations of fitness enthusiasts.

Karl shares his hands-on leadership style and his philosophy on building a positive company culture while ensuring customer satisfaction. He imparts his wisdom on transferring retail principles to the fitness industry.

Delving into the psychology of working out, Karl provides thoughtful advice on fostering it as a consistent habit, dealing with the hurdles along the way, and the philosophies in fitness that relate to other life journeys.

Karl shares his views on the role of fitness trainers and how their specialized skills can be paired with the right clients to expedite their fitness journeys. He talks about the companies' initiatives to enhance member experiences, ranging from revamping clubs to recalibrating pricing strategies. He also dives into the current market dynamics and the need to adapt and evolve.

Tom and Karl discuss the changing perceptions of fitness among women and older adults, the future of the industry, and the importance of providing a welcoming and inclusive gym environment.

Lastly, Karl highlights the unique benefits of home workouts and gym classes, indicating how each complements the other for an all-round fitness experience.

In this "unique" episode of Fitness Disrupted 2.0, Tom speaks with physician and best-selling author Dr. Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM, with Tom riding a stationary bike and Dr. Greger walking on a treadmill for the duration of the interview. Listen as they discuss a variety of topics on longevity, including fasting, fruit, the definition of moderation and much more. Dr. Greger's new book, "How Not to Age" goes on sale today and you can watch video of the interview on Tom's YouTube channel.