Despite WA State social distancing regulations, the management at West Coast Fitness believes they are an essential business that is an asset to their community in the midst of a pandemic. Colt interviews IFBB Professional Bodybuilder Mike Spencer, co-owner of the popular West Coast Fitness gym in Lacey, WA and together they discuss the importance of remaining fit and healthy--both physically and emotionally, and how they have adjusted their business practices to accommodate for concerns related to COVID19.
Mike Spencer can be found on Instagram at @ifbbpro_michaelspencer03 and @westcoastfitnesslacey.
His new YouTube series Too Average Pros can be found at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjaMQtvGs5NRB76ZueTcQOg.
Show notes:
01:21 Why West Coast Fitness Lacey has chosen to remain open.
04:32 Negative feedback from people who misunderstand their reasoning for remaining open.
10:03 The importance of continuing to be an asset to their community.
18:09 Mike's journey in becoming an IFBB Pro.
21:22 Dedication required to make a living as a bodybuilder.
25:34 Taking breaks from competing to focus on family.
25:51 Nick, the CEO and co-founder of West Coast Fitness.
29:03 The joy of #DADLIFE! Being a dad is the greatest fulfillment; the ultimate accomplishment of a man.
32:23 Bodybuilding is a TEAM SPORT!
40:55 Types of members, equipment, environment, and what to expect at West Coast Fitness.
43:29 COVID19's devastating impact on the fitness industry and the lives of athletes.
43:02 This is NOT A POLITICAL STATEMENT! This is our opinion and our contribution to the health of our community.
