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Scotsman
22-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
The power of teamwork: In fitness, business and beyond
Glasgow-based fitness brand, Body Fit Training shares their advice on why when it comes to achieving success – whether it's in the gym, on the sports field or in business – having the right team beside you makes all the difference. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... When it comes to achieving success – whether it's in the gym, on the sports field or in business – having the right team beside you makes all the difference. Just ask Body Fit Training's (BFT) Matt Thomas and Daniel Stewart. Former AFL teammates turned business partners, Matt and Dan know better than most the power of teamwork. After hanging up their boots, they weren't ready to leave the high-performance lifestyle behind. Instead, they teamed up once again – this time off the field – becoming the very first BFT franchisees. Fast-forward nearly a decade and they now operate five top-performing BFT studios across Melbourne and are integral players in shaping the future of the brand. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Here's why they believe having a strong team mentality sets you up for success in fitness – and in business. Daniel Stewart (far left) & Matt Thomas (far right), BFT's first-ever franchisees Accountability keeps you on track For Matt and Dan, having someone to show up with has always been non-negotiable. Back in their AFL days, training wasn't optional – your teammates relied on you, and you relied on them. That same principle carried through into their fitness and business partnership. It's much harder to hit snooze on a 6am gym session when you know someone else is waiting. And in business, it means shared responsibility. From strategy to studio maintenance, having two sets of eyes and a division of roles meant they could play to each other's strengths – and have honest conversations when things weren't quite going to plan. But it's not just about logistics. It's the emotional accountability too – someone who understands the pressure, the setbacks and the long hours. That kind of support helps keep momentum up even when motivation dips. As Matt puts it, 'When we trained together, it wasn't just about you – it was about not letting the team down.' Healthy competition that pushes your limits Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad There's something uniquely motivating about training – and working – alongside someone who wants to win as much as you do. For Matt and Dan, that shared drive has always fuelled their friendship. Whether it was sprint drills or chasing new personal bests in the gym, there was always an edge of healthy competition that kept them both striving for more. That same energy translated into their business too. As the first-ever BFT franchisees, there was no model to follow – but there was always a goal to chase. From filling the studio with members to fine-tuning operations and planning for growth, their shared drive and healthy sense of competition kept them both locked in. It was never about outdoing one another – it was about lifting the standard together. Shared goals, stronger bond When two people are aligned on what they want to achieve, everything becomes simpler – and stronger. From day one, Matt and Dan were clear on their mission: build something that made a real impact, not just for themselves but for their community and for the BFT brand. That shared vision has been the foundation of their partnership. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It's what helped them through the toughest moments – the early mornings, the long days, the financial risks. When things got hard, they knew they were in it together. And when the wins came, they were shared too. For Dan, 'The reason we've been able to grow is because we've always shared the same vision and backed each other 100%.' That kind of alignment not only strengthens the business, it also deepens the trust and friendship that underpins it. Trusting the process (and each other) There's no blueprint for building something new. Back in 2016, when BFT was still emerging as an idea, there were no guarantees. But what Matt and Dan did have was trust. Trust in BFT's founder Cameron Falloon's vision, trust in each other and trust in their own ability to figure it out along the way. Starting out with three studios, they threw themselves into the business – from coaching classes to cleaning toilets. There were steep learning curves and sacrifices had to be made, but they stuck with it. That trust – in the process and the partnership – helped them navigate the unknown. And even as their business has evolved, that foundational belief hasn't changed. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad As Matt recalls, 'We trusted in Cam's vision, and we trusted our ability to work out what we needed to do to be a success. That belief got us through and enabled us to start building something that would go a long way to us achieving our goals.' For Matt and Dan, teamwork is essential – it's the foundation of everything they've built. From the footy pitch to fitness studios, their success has always been rooted in trust, commitment and shared ambition. Having a strong team beside you creates a sense of accountability that keeps you going when it's tough. It fuels the kind of competition that brings out your best, aligns your energy around a shared purpose and gives you the confidence to take bold leaps – even when there's no roadmap.
Associated Press
25-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Body Fit Training Strengthens International Presence with First Scandinavian Opening
Body Fit Training (BFT), the Xponential Fitness brand and global boutique fitness brand offering 50-minute group strength training classes led by highly accredited coaches, is thrilled to announce the debut of its first Scandinavian location in Oslo this month. Located in the Majorstuen neighborhood, the studio welcomes Scandinavians to experience the inclusive, coach-led strength and functional training classes that BFT is known for around the world. The Oslo studio marks the beginning of BFT's expansion into Scandinavia, which will be followed by locations in Stockholm and Copenhagen over the next year. The Scandinavian growth is being driven by Tage Flugeim, a seasoned fitness operator who launched his own gym and brought Barry's Bootcamp to the country 15 years ago as the first international market outside of North America. BFT is the first Xponential brand to the Scandinavian market. 'Scandinavians are going to love the community-based, science-backed, and inclusive workouts offered by BFT,' said Flugeim. 'There is so much untapped potential for the fitness scene in Scandinavia, and we're confident that BFT will take the country by storm with this Oslo studio and many more to follow.' 'We are so thrilled for Tage and his team to open their first location and plant the BFT flag in the Scandinavian market,' said Rich Burnet, Co-CEO of BFT International. 'We know the team has worked tirelessly to establish BFT's presence in Norway and we're excited to see them bring our strength and conditioning programming, approach and brand experience to many communities.' The Oslo debut continues BFT's growth across Europe, following openings in London, Glasgow, and Barcelona in recent years. With over 300 studios worldwide, there is a growing global demand for BFT and its strength and conditioning programming outside its well-established APAC markets, specifically in Europe and the United States. Currently, there are 50 studios in the U.S., with openings in California and New Jersey that were celebrated this month. 'It's remarkable to see how much BFT's workouts are resonating with clients all over the world, and strength training landing atop 2025 fitness trends will continue to add fuel to the fire,' said Bob Kaufman, President of Xponential International. 'With talented master franchisees like Tage, we are excited to see this brand reach new heights in the coming years.' ABOUT BFT Founded in 2017 in Melbourne, Australia by fitness industry veteran Cameron Falloon, BFT offers a community-based 50-minute group strength & functional training program across 14 workouts. BFT uses science and technology-based training techniques to drive individual member health goals in an inclusive, coach-led group environment. By combining strength and conditioning progressive programs, members benefit from training all three muscle fibers, planes of movement, and energy systems that aim to reduce fat and create lean muscle. BFT is headquartered in Irvine, CA and backed by Xponential Fitness, one of the leading global franchisors of boutique health and wellness brands. To learn more about BFT, visit SOURCE: Body Fit Training Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 02/25/2025 08:57 AM/DISC: 02/25/2025 08:58 AM
