# Sam Tooley,  Founder @ Alpha Fit Club | The Business of Fitness

By: Justin Abrams
Published: 2025-07-10

### Summary
In this episode of [Strictly From Nowhere](https://www.causeofakind.com/strictly-from-nowhere "Strictly From Nowhere"), host Justin Abrams discusses the intersection of fitness and entrepreneurship with [Sam Tooley](https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachsamtooley/ "Sam Tooley"), founder of [Alpha Fit Club](https://alphafitclub.com/ "Alpha Fit Club"). They explore personal fitness journeys, the importance of community in the fitness industry, mental health, and the challenges of entrepreneurship. Sam shares his experiences of building a business from the ground up, the significance of trust and leadership, and how to create gainful employment opportunities in a competitive market. The conversation emphasizes the entrepreneurial spirit and the importance of enjoying the journey while pursuing one's passions.

### Takeaways
- Fitness led me to a life of freedom.
- I was super inspired by my fitness coaches.
- I want to show up for them.
- Trust is earned through showing up.
- We are the new kids on the block.
- I needed to make real money.
- You have to be willing to take your licks.
- If you can enjoy the journey, that’s what matters.
- I want to build a business I never need to walk away from.
- I see everything on social media.

### Chapters
00:00
The Journey to Fitness and Freedom
02:56
Sam Tooley's Entrepreneurial Path
08:29
Building Community and Trust in Business
14:02
Navigating Challenges as an Entrepreneur
19:42
Creating a Thriving Fitness Community
25:08
The Journey of Growth and Connection
28:51
Entrepreneurial Spirit and Taking Risks
32:23
Going All In: The Entrepreneurial Mindset
37:43
Creating Gainful Employment in Fitness
43:54
Future Aspirations and Community Engagement

https://alphafitclub.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachsamtooley/
https://www.instagram.com/coach.samtooley/

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