Why 97% Indians Regret Their Gym Membership - and how Fitpass changed that | Akshay Verma | EP 28

In this power-packed episode, we sit down with Akshay Varma, the dynamic co-founder of FitPass a platform that has revolutionized how India stays fit, active, and healthy. From competing in Lok Sabha elections, to building one of India’s largest fitness ecosystems, to influencing national fitness policy, Akshay’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. What you’ll discover in this episode: Akshay’s early life across Bihar & Delhi, and his rise as a state-level athlete The life-changing ACL injury that sparked his passion for fitness & recovery His academic journey through St. Stephen’s → Oxford → Columbia Thriving through the 2008 financial crisis as a young investment banker in London The moment he questioned everything — and returned to India to create real impact The origin story of FitPass and how it grew to 8,100+ fitness centers nationwide The challenges of India’s fitness ecosystem and how FitPass is transforming it How his vision helped influence GST reform and health-insurance recognition for fitness The future of India’s wellness revolution and why movement + nutrition matter more today than ever 🔥 Whether you’re an entrepreneur, fitness enthusiast, policymaker, or someone looking for inspiration — this raw, insightful, and deeply motivating conversation is a must-watch. 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE if Akshay’s story inspires you. 💬 Tell us in the comments: What’s one fitness habit you want to start today? ________________________________________________________________________________ Gaurav Bhagat Facebook = https://gauravbhagat.academy/38lgjVj Instagram = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3lKnSIh Linkedin = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3LTEFDb ___________________________________________________ Gaurav Bhagat Academy Facebook = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3MSfkuX Instagram = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3sTZlo4 Twitter = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3z12jLw Linkedin = https://gauravbhagat.academy/3PJhfUo ________________________________________________________________________________ Website Gaurav Bhagat Academy = http://bit.ly/38Pyez3​