Marley Kreiser sits down with us for a raw conversation about her journey from childhood weight struggles to becoming one of the most impactful trainers in our New York Fitness community. She opens up about family patterns, injuries, mental health battles, hiking the Appalachian Trail, and how she rebuilt herself through intention, discipline, and real holistic health. This episode hits every angle: growth, honesty, personal responsibility, and choosing a life you’re proud of.

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In this episode Lonnie sits down with Ligia Gherman, the owner of Grocery Outlet in the North Londonderry Shopping Center, to talk about what it really looks like to move across the country with five dogs, buy a house, and take over a store all at once. She breaks down how Grocery Outlet finds crazy deals, what it actually takes to more than double sales, and why being self employed is a seven day a week grind, not a vacation. They also get into fitness, early mornings at New York Fitness, and why there is no real balance when you are chasing big goals, only doing what the current chapter demands. Thanks for listening to Time Squared, we'll talk soon.

Mike shares how a back injury ended high school sports and pushed him into the gym, where training helped pull him out of depression. He talks two-a-days, dialing in nutrition and supplements, and why recovery matters for real growth. We also get into his hustle building Big Mike’s Pet Sitting by knocking on 300+ doors, plus future goals like personal training and living out “quality through excellence.” Thanks for listening to Time Squared, we’ll talk soon.

Brad Miller from our Lebanon club sits down to talk strongman, powerlifting, and making the gym feel welcoming for everyone. He shares his own journey from 300+ pounds to healthier habits, why movement at any size matters, and how training his kids built confidence and community. We also get into competitions, favorite lifts, and simple ways beginners can start without feeling intimidated. Thanks for listening to Time Squared, we'll talk soon.

At 70 years old, Mark Sommer trains six days a week and lives with the drive of a man half his age. In this episode, Mark talks about his blue-collar roots, the lessons he learned from his father and grandfather, his years as an iron worker in New York City, and how discipline, faith, and discomfort shaped his life. From ocean swims to keto living, this one’s packed with wisdom and grit. Thanks for listening to Time Squared, we'll talk soon.

In this episode of Time Squared, we sit down with Amy Hine, longtime New York Fitness member, mom, and mail carrier with a powerful story of consistency and resilience. Amy shares how she first discovered fitness as a teenager, stepped away to raise her kids, and eventually came back stronger than ever. From building confidence through weight training to inspiring her children by example, Amy opens up about the lessons she’s learned—why fitness is more about lifestyle than balance, how nutrition challenges her as a busy worker, and why pride in the little things creates long-term excellence.

In this episode, Lonnie sits down with local legend Bill Gentile, also known as “Gretna Bill.” Bill shares his journey from leaving the cubicle life to building a life around cycling, fitness, and running his business. They dive into longevity, strength training, entrepreneurship, and the importance of reinventing yourself at every stage of life.

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In this episode of Time Squared, Lonnie talks with Amy, a high school special education English teacher with 24 years of experience and a professional bodybuilder. Amy shares how her passion for helping others shaped her career, her journey from teaching and dance to stepping on stage, and the discipline it takes to balance fitness, family, and life. Her story is a reminder that growth comes from consistency, support, and getting comfortable with being uncomfortable.

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