Ep 144: What It Actually Takes to Open a Fitness Studio [while working a 9-5] with Keri, the Owner of Local: A Lagree Fitness Studio
Ep 144: What It Actually Takes to Open a Fitness Studio [while working a 9-5] with Keri, the Owner of Local: A Lagree Fitness Studio  
Podcast: The Life You Love
Published On: Mon May 25 2026
Description: If you’ve ever wanted to open a pilates studio, lagree studio, or just a fitness studio in general, this week’s episode is for you.We sat down with Keri from Local Studios: A Lagree Fitness Studio based in Saint Petersburg, FL. She launched Local in her mid-20s as a path to feeling more fulfilled.She did the market research, devised her business plan, spent a year searching for the perfect lease, and launched Local in under 16 months. With a bit of strategy and a lot of heart, she opened the studio profitably and has built a true community inside her space since.She’s the definition of a 20-something fiercely going after the life she wants. The conversation is both tactical and inspiring, giving you the to-dos to take action on and the mindset shifts to make if this is a dream you want to make your reality too.Follow Keri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lagreewithkeri/Follow Keri on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keri.local?lang=enTake a Class at Local Studios: https://www.localstudios.co/—If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast. We appreciate your support! 💖Join the community over on Instagram or TikTok!https://www.instagram.com/thelifeyoulovepod/https://www.tiktok.com/@thelifeyoulovepod💌 For business inquiries only, please email ⁠thelifeyoulovepodcast@gmail.com.keywords: how to open a fitness studio, opening a fitness studio while working full time, Lagree fitness studio, first-time business owner, female entrepreneur in her 20s, working full time and starting a business, how to open a boutique fitness studio, how to become a fitness studio owner