Anthony Badalian, President & COO of STRIDE Fitness, shares what it really takes to lead and scale a franchise system. From managing leadership pressure to maintaining standards and protecting unit economics, this episode delivers real-world insight for serious operators.

STRIDE Fitness is making a bold comeback, featured in Athletech News for its evolution into a strength-first, hybrid training concept. By reducing treadmills, expanding strength training, adding recovery spaces, and becoming a HYROX affiliate, the brand is positioning itself at the forefront of the next wave of boutique fitness while accelerating national expansion.

In this episode of The Velocity Effect, Shaun Grove and Anthony Badalian break down how they’ve scaled some of the biggest names in boutique fitness and transformed STRIDE Fitness into a next-generation franchise model. From rethinking the product to integrating AI and performance systems, this conversation is packed with insight for operators, owners, and anyone exploring franchising.

Anthony Badalian, President & COO of STRIDE Fitness, shares his experience scaling major boutique fitness brands and breaks down what it takes to build a successful franchise system. From operations to team performance, this episode delivers real insight for anyone serious about franchising.

STRIDE Fitness is making headlines, featured in Athletic Business for the grand opening of its Huntington Beach headquarters and flagship studio. The new space marks a major milestone for the brand, blending high-energy cardio, strength training, and recovery while serving as the hub for its continued national expansion.

STRIDE Fitness is gaining national attention, recently featured in Gym Owner Monthly for its innovative approach to hybrid training. By combining treadmill-based cardio, functional strength, and intentional recovery, STRIDE is redefining what a results-driven workout looks like in today’s fitness landscape.

Anthony Badalian discusses the STRIDE Fitness workout experience, the rise of boutique fitness studios, and why the STRIDE Fitness franchise is expanding nationwide.

Shaun Grove, CEO of STRIDE Fitness, shares how he scaled Club Pilates to 700+ studios and is now leading STRIDE Fitness’s national expansion. Discover his franchise leadership philosophy, boutique fitness insights, and the strategy behind STRIDE Fitness’s high-performance treadmill and strength training concept.