Michael Bouranis | How Stoked Athletics Built a Culture That Keeps People Coming Back

TJ sits down with Michael Bouranis, owner of Stoked Athletics, for a conversation about building a successful gym, creating a strong culture and developing a healthier relationship with fitness. Michael shares how he went from studying history and working at Equinox to launching his own business, opening a gym just before COVID and growing Stoked Athletics through consistency, adaptability and smart decision-making. He also explains why fitness does not need to consume your life to improve it. The conversation explores sustainable training, work-life balance, fatherhood, managing a growing team and understanding that different seasons of life require different priorities. Michael also breaks down the simple habits and systems that help him stay productive without falling into an all-or-nothing mindset. At the heart of the episode is one clear message: fitness should support the life you want to live—not become your entire life. Subscribe to the 8 Well Podcast for more conversations about health, fitness, business and personal growth. Check out the gym here: https://stokedathletics.com