Today we’d like to introduce you to Vishant Dave.
Hi Vishant, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
In 2007 while working a Corporate America job, a co-worker shared with me a book called “The Alchemist”. I read this book and it completely transformed my mindset and life. It inspired me to take my passion for living a healthy, active lifestyle and pursue a career in personal training. Around this same time, my mother was dealing with CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) and I knew for things to improve with my families health, I would have to take a stand for health and wellness. I became a certified personal trainer and worked full-time at my corporate job and trained part-time. I then transitioned full time to training in 2018 and opened my gym- ALCHEMIST in July of 2022.
Over the years I have worked with hundreds of clients from all different backgrounds and experiences. It provides me with purpose, passion and the joy of impacting individuals in a positive manner.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Absolutely not! I live by the mantra “BEING STRONG IS A CHOICE”.
In January 2021 as we were going through the pandemic my business was forced to be shutdown. This forced me to begin searching for a commercial space where I could train my clients from. This process of finding a location took months and when I finally found the right spot, the construction process took another almost 1yr. During that time when I was without a location to train, I was training clients in their homes, their garages, their club houses and even in parks. Struggle and setback is a part of the process and makes now having my own facility even that much more rewarding.
We’ve been impressed with ALCHEMIST, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
ALCHEMIST is a private training facility where we focus on “small group personal training”. It has all the perks of 1-1 personal training but each member works out with 3-4 other members. It has created an absolutely amazing, positive and fun environment for all members. We focus on mobility, power, core, strength and endurance. ALCHEMIST also is an active member in our local community and since opening, we have participated and raised funds for 3 different local charitys. Giving back and making an impact is a core value at ALCHEMIST.
We’d love to hear about how you think about risk taking?
Taking a risk was a vital part of me opening ALCHEMIST. I resigned from my job of 14 years. I left the certainty of a W2 role to pursue starting a business. I opened a brick and mortar facility which comes with a lot of exposure and risk. I believe in taking risk but making them calculated risks.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.alchemistperformance.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vishantdave/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vishantdave7924
Image Credits
Jeff Forrest
Manny Martinez
