Josh York

Josh York is an American entrepreneur best known as the founder and CEO of GYMGUYZ, a rapidly growing mobile personal training franchise. Established in 2008, GYMGUYZ specializes in providing in-home personal training services, offering customized workouts tailored to clients' needs. The company is headquartered in Plainview, New York, and has expanded significantly, operating over 250 franchised locations across 30 states and three countries.123

Early Life and Education:
York's passion for fitness began during his high school years when he played hockey. He recognized the benefits of physical fitness not only for sports but also for overall well-being. After earning his bachelor's degree, he worked as a personal trainer while also holding a marketing job. This dual experience led him to identify a gap in the fitness market: many potential clients struggled with consistency due to various life commitments.23

Founding GYMGUYZ:
Starting GYMGUYZ from his parents' dining room with just a laptop and a vision, York aimed to create a mobile fitness solution that brought workouts directly to clients' homes. He equipped a van with necessary fitness gear and developed personalized training programs. The first franchise opened in 2014, and by 2017, GYMGUYZ had expanded internationally with a location in Canada.12

Personal Philosophy and Routine:
York is known for his rigorous morning routine, which includes waking up at 3:29 a.m. for workouts and maintaining a strict regimen that he believes contributes to his success as an entrepreneur. He emphasizes mental strength and discipline as key components of achieving goals.34

Recognition:
Under York's leadership, GYMGUYZ has been recognized as one of America's fastest-growing franchises, earning accolades such as being featured on the Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing private companies.5 His entrepreneurial journey is marked by resilience and innovation, transforming initial skepticism into motivation for success.46