Turning Struggles Into Strength: How Abraham Rebuilt All Pride Fitness from the Ground Up
Meet Abraham, the inspiring entrepreneur behind All Pride Fitness, a community-first gym near Portland, Oregon. In this episode of Clicks & Bricks, Abraham shares his rollercoaster journey—from leaving a stable corporate career to buying a failing gym, navigating economic setbacks, and bouncing back stronger than ever. His story is a must-listen for anyone chasing their dream while facing the realities of business ownership.
Key Takeaways from Abraham’s Episode:
- Bought a struggling gym and turned it around with a clear business plan, owner financing, and community focus.
- Cut costs and modernized operations, including adding 24/7 member access to reduce staffing needs and boost convenience.
- Faced and overcame toxic leadership, showing the importance of making tough personnel decisions early.
- Returned to corporate America during tough times to stabilize finances, showing humility and grit.
- Built a vision-driven business, staying focused on long-term goals and growing the company with quarterly planning and new services.
Watch the full episode to hear Abraham’s full journey and lessons learned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IVqsnhNkF8
Memorable Quote:
Sometimes you just have to put on your happy face and work toward your vision—even when it feels like a boat anchor around your neck.