
The FittDesign Podcast
Concise and comprehensive snippets of the FittDesign, fashion design, product sourcing and e-commerce growth content that you love.
Episodes
346 episodes
FittBite 334: Inside the Mind of Your Customer/ What They Think When They See Your Product vs Reality
In today’s FittBite, we break down what customers really think when they first see your brand—from that first scroll on social media to the moment they try on your product. Learn how perception shapes value, and how to control the experience fr...
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Season 4
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Episode 193
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9:12

FittBite Episode 333: What to Ask a Manufacturer Before You Work With Them
In today’s FittBite, you’ll learn how to ask the right questions—about MOQs, timelines, sampling, quality control, and more. These 10 prompts are designed to help you earn trust, avoid surprises, and lead the conversation with clari...
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Season 4
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Episode 192
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6:33

FittBite Episode 332: Designing for Regret: How to Make Products That Customers Can’t Walk Away From
In today’s FittBite, we look at what makes a product impossible to ignore. We explore how exclusivity, storytelling, and timing can transform simple items into collectible experiences.Tune in to learn how to create demand through design,...
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Season 4
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Episode 191
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6:48

FittBite Episode 331: Why Customers Ghost You After Buying Once (And How To Fix It)
In today’s FittBite, I’m showing you how minor brand mistakes create major customer drop-off, and what you can do to close the gap between first impression and long term trust.Tune in to strengthen your brand’s post-sale exper...
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Season 4
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Episode 190
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6:43

FittBite Episode 330: FDTV - The Hidden Psychology of Logos in Gym Clothes
In today’s FittBite, we explore how logos silently shape the perception of your brand. We cover sizing rules, placement logic, and color psychology to help you build recognition and trust through better design.Tune in to learn how to des...
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Season 4
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Episode 189
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7:54

FittBite Episode 329: The Future of Activewear Isn’t Fabric — It’s Community (How Gyms, Events, and Lifestyle Ecosystems Build the Next Generation of Loyalty)
In today’s Fittbitte, I walk you through the playbook brands like Nike, Vuori, and YoungLA are using to win without relying on fabric innovation alone. You’ll learn how to build experiences that stick, reduce reliance on paid ads, and create a ...
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Season 4
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Episode 188
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8:04

FittBite Episode 328: The Silent Killer of Sportswear Brands: Cash Flow (What Nobody Tells You — and How to Protect Your Brand)
In today’s FittBite, I explain why even profitable brands run out of cash and how poor planning around production, deposits, and reorders creates invisible risk. We’ll cover the exact systems top brands use to manage their money and timing with...
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Season 4
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Episode 187
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8:04

FittBite Episode 327: Why 95% of Sportswear Startups Fail Within a Year (Avoid This!)
In today’s Fittbite, I reveal why so many new sportswear brands don’t make it past year one.Lack of a clear USP, bad financial planning, overproduction, and no customer retention plan are just some of the silent killers I unpack. Alongsi...
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Season 4
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Episode 186
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6:44

Fittbite Episode 326: Why You ALWAYS End Up Buying Black Leggings | Psychology of Activewear Explained
In today’s Fittbite, I explain why so many people end up buying black leggings even when they plan to try something different. We’ll discuss how black reduces decision fatigue, why it makes logos stand out more clearly, and how it b...
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Season 4
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Episode 185
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5:58

FittBite Episode 325: The Truth About $15 vs $150 Leggings
In today’s Fittbite, I compare $15, $50, and $150 leggings to show exactly how they differ in fabric, construction, and fit. From gusset shape to fabric weight and seam type, you’ll see what makes premium leggings feel different—and how to borr...
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Season 4
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Episode 184
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7:11

FittBite Episode 324: The SECRET Reason Lululemon Rarely Discounts (Genius Strategy)
In today’s Fittbite I explain why discounts feel like quick wins but create long-term damage. We’ll cover how they devalue your brand, train customers to wait, and kill profitability. I’ll also share alternatives like product bundli...
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Season 4
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Episode 183
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7:17

FittBite Episode 323: How Vuori Took Over the Activewear Industry
In today's FittBite, I break down exactly how Vuori built its premium perception through proprietary fabrics, refined construction methods, and a brand experience that feels deliberate at every step. From fabric innovation to retail execution, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 182
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8:51

FittBite Episode 322: I Read 1,000 1-Star Reviews—Then Built the Ultimate Legging
In today's FittBite, I’m sharing the 6 activewear mistakes that every designer should avoid. I’ll show you how to fix issues like leggings that don’t stay up, fabrics that fade after washing, and seams that cause discomfort. These fixes will ma...
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Season 4
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Episode 181
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7:12

FittBite Episode 321: I Found the Secret to Perfect-Fitting Activewear (6 Simple Fixes!)
In today's FittBite, we break down how small adjustments can fix big fit problems in activewear. Whether it's improving the rise of your leggings, adjusting sleeve angles for a better fit, or reinforcing waistbands for a smoother look, these 6 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 180
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8:17

FittBite Episode 320: I Tested 100 Activewear Colors—Only THESE 3 Sell Like Crazy!
In today’s FittBite, we break down the psychology of color in activewear, why core tones like black and navy drive year-round sales, and how seasonal and specialty colors can boost short-term revenue. You’ll get a clear framework to structure y...
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Season 4
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Episode 179
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6:39

FittBite Episode 319: Gymshark Crashed Their Website on Purpose? (Onyx V2 Launch)
In today’s FittBite, I’m breaking down how Gymshark’s 2025 Onyx relaunch sold out in minutes, and what made it so effective. We’ll cover five smart tactics you can use right now to build demand, trigger FOMO, and elevate your next launch.
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Season 4
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Episode 178
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3:51

FittBite Episode 318: Stop Guessing! Exactly How to Forecast Activewear Inventory Perfectly
In today's FittBite, I'm sharing the ultimate framework to perfectly forecast your activewear inventory. I'll walk you through practical strategies like lifecycle mapping, test-and-replenish methods, and a simple formula to determin...
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Season 4
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Episode 177
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6:10

FittBite Episode 317: I Lost Thousands in Returns—Here’s How I Fixed It (Step-by-Step)
In today's FittBite, you'll learn exactly how to significantly reduce activewear returns by addressing technical issues around sizing, product representation, fabric quality, construction errors, and shipping. I’m sharing actionable...
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Season 4
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Episode 176
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6:55

FittBite Episode 316: I Revealed How Vuori's Leggings Fit So Perfectly (8 Secrets!)
In today's FittBite, I'm giving you the inside look at how Vuori gets their leggings fit just right—every single time. You'll discover clear solutions to common leggings issues including fabric transparency, poor stretch recovery, and waistband...
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Season 4
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Episode 175
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8:57

FittBite Episode 315: Why Most Sportswear Brands Fail at Expanding (Avoid This Mistake!)
In today's FittBite, you'll learn why most sportswear brands struggle when expanding into new markets—and how you can avoid this critical mistake. I'll clearly break down the exact criteria needed to evaluate new product categories,...
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Season 4
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Episode 174
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7:00

FittBite Episode 314: Everything You Need to Know About Activewear Labels & Tags (Technical Compliance Guide)
In today's FittBite, you'll discover exactly what activewear labels and tags you legally must have, where to place them, and which materials provide the best comfort and performance. I'll simplify compliance guidelines from the US, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 173
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7:34

FittBite Episode 313: GSM Explained/ The #1 Secret Behind Quality Activewear
In today's FittBite, I'm breaking down the key to quality activewear: GSM (grams per square meter). You'll discover exactly what GSM means, why it directly affects your product's feel and durability, and specific GSM ranges recommen...
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Season 4
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Episode 172
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4:29

FittBite Episode 312: I Bought Activewear from Alibaba (Here’s Exactly What Happened)
In today's FittBite, I'm giving you a transparent breakdown of sourcing activewear from Alibaba. In today's FittBite, I'm giving you a transparent breakdown of sourcing activewear from Alibaba. You'll discover the realities of communication bar...
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Season 4
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Episode 171
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6:39

FittBite Episode 311: 5 Quick Fixes to Immediately Boost Your Activewear Sales
In today's FittBite, you'll learn 5 powerful yet overlooked strategies to immediately boost your activewear sales. Discover proven tactics like gateway products, risk reversal guarantees, personalized follow-ups, targeted USPs in your ads, and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 170
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5:28

FittBite Episode 310: How I Knew Exactly Which Activewear Products Would Sell (And Which Would Fail)
In today’s FittBite, I break down the exact methods I use to validate activewear products before they go into production. You’ll learn how to test demand using mockups, social ads, marketplace trends, and low-risk micro drops so you...
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Season 4
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Episode 169
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5:22
