Group X Appeal
Group X Appeal is the ultimate podcast for group exercise instructors, yoga teachers, and enthusiasts who love moving and getting healthier as a group!
Hosted by industry veterans Kimberly Spreen-Glick and Terry Shorter (50+ years combined experience), this podcast celebrates the transformative power of group exercise and the people who make it unforgettable.
From behind-the-scenes instructor stories and industry legend interviews to practical tips and hilarious class mishaps, Group X Appeal is your weekly dose of inspiration, education, and real talk about fitness, community, and vitality.
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Group X Appeal
78: Meet Damien 'Superman' Bentley
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FIT EXPO INTERVIEW SERIES: This month on Group X Appeal, we're bringing the LA Fit Expo straight to you! Kimberly and Terry hit the expo floor to interview some of the most inspiring minds shaping the future of fitness—leaders in group fitness, strength, recovery, wellness, and performance. These are the coaches, creators, and changemakers whose strategies help people move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives. Get ready for real stories, expert insights, and game-changing approaches you won't hear anywhere else.
THIS EPISODE: What does it really take to earn IFBB Pro status—and more importantly, what mental toughness separates those who make it from those who don't? Meet Damien "Superman" Bentley, an IFBB Pro bodybuilder and coach whose powerful stage presence is matched only by his unwavering discipline and work ethic. But this conversation goes far beyond bodybuilding competition prep—it's about the mindset, resilience, and commitment required to pursue excellence in any arena.
Discover the training insights and mental strategies Damien uses to elevate both physical performance and psychological strength in himself and his clients. Whether you're a fitness professional seeking to inspire deeper commitment or someone ready to unlock the discipline that fuels real transformation, Damien's approach will challenge how you think about strength, confidence, and what's possible when you refuse to settle.
Want to experience this energy live? Join us at the Fit Expo in Anaheim, August 29-30 at the Anaheim Convention Center! Click the link below for tickets:
https://thefitexpo.ticketspice.com/anaheim-2026?t=GROUPX
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