Big Mistakes in Gym Advertising That Are Costing You Money | Episode 69.

What this episode covers

The problem might not be your budget—it’s what you’re saying and who you’re saying it to.

Episode Highlights

This episode breaks down the most common paid marketing mistakes that gym owners make—especially on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.

Blake and Sherman unpack why following trends can backfire, how to clearly define your gym’s value proposition, and the power of long-term planning.

Key Insights

Facebook often drives more leads than Instagram, even if it seems outdated.

Long-term growth comes from increasing ad spend and avoiding “quick fix” campaigns.

A clear value proposition helps clients understand why your gym is different.

The “halo effect” makes exposure just as important as immediate conversion.

Most gyms focus on workouts when they should focus on outcomes.

Paid ads multiply what’s already working—fix your funnel first.

Don’t ignore churn rates; onboarding matters as much as lead gen.

Work with marketing experts who know the gym space for faster results.

Call to Action

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• Intro
• Mistakes in Paid Social Marketing for Gyms
• The Importance of Data and Long-Term Planning
• Effective Targeting and Spending in Paid Marketing
• The Halo Effect and Consistent Growth
• Clarifying Gym's Value Proposition
• Improving Onboarding and Reducing Churn
• The Role of Paid Ads as a Multiplier

From the show notes published with this episode. Numbers and outcomes above are the episode's own claims, not independent verification.