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From Transformation to Purpose: Bailey Boss’ Journey with D1 Billings When Bailey Boss first joined D1 Training Billings, she was looking for a change. After gaining 80 pounds during pregnancy and struggling with her mental health, she decided to take a step toward rebuilding her strength, confidence, and community. Thirteen months later, Bailey has not only lost 80 pounds — she’s found purpose in pushing herself further than ever before. What started as early morning workouts at D1 turned into a passion for running, accountability, and connection. Now, Bailey is preparing to run the New York City Marathon, honoring her sister-in-law, Lauren Boss, who tragically passed away from sudden cardiac arrest at just 21 years old. She’ll be running with the nonprofit Who We Play For, raising awareness and funds to help prevent cardiac deaths in young athletes. Bailey’s story is a powerful reminder of what happens when hard work, community, and purpose come together. Her journey reflects what D1 stands for — transformation that goes beyond the gym. 👏 Congratulations to Bailey, D1 Billings, and everyone who continues to inspire through movement, perseverance, and heart. If you're interested in making an impact and bringing a D1 to your community, click here:https://d1franchise.com/ Read the full articles here:  https://lnkd.in/eW3UH9di https://lnkd.in/ehzPJyRu

We’re excited to announce Wins, a brand-new feature in the D1 Training App built to take member engagement to the next level. Wins brings attendance-based tracking, milestone celebrations, and our exclusive leaderboard — the Honor Roll — directly into the hands of our athletes. It’s designed to promote healthy competition, consistency, and community across every D1 facility. Athletes can now track their workouts, celebrate milestones, and see their progress in real time. For facilities, it’s a new way to boost engagement, accountability, and retention. Wins is rolling out network-wide this month. Facilities can activate it now and start turning training into achievement.

In a recent episode of the Builders Podcast by Business.com, Will Bartholomew shared his journey from college football to building one of the nation’s leading training franchises — along with lessons that apply to athletes, entrepreneurs, and anyone chasing a goal. Key takeaways: 💪 Adversity fuels growth — Will’s career-ending injury became the foundation for D1, now serving 35,000+ athletes nationwide. 🏈 Accountability drives excellence — a lesson learned from teammate Peyton Manning that shaped D1’s culture. 📈 Growth never stops — success comes from combining fundamentals with innovation. 🤝 Leadership is service — real impact comes from building confidence and transforming lives. Whether in sports, business, or life, adversity becomes an advantage when you lead with conviction and purpose. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eFSsxWm8 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eEYJnmuF

Coach’s Corner: Six Ways Strength Training Builds Confidence In Athletes Strength training isn’t just about building muscle, it’s about building belief. In this week’s Coach’s Corner, Clif Marshall, D1’s Senior Director of Coaching and Pro Training, breaks down how the weight room shapes confidence that carries far beyond the field. From developing discipline and resilience to preventing injuries and improving performance, Clif explains how strength training gives athletes the assurance to compete at their highest level. Athletes who are strong move better, feel better, and believe in themselves more — and that confidence shows up every time they compete. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e4SCn4Px

We are hyped to be bringing back Combine Training at our D1 HQ facility in 2026! See you on the turf!

Episode 3 of The Turf: Powered by D1 is live! In this episode, host Will Bartholomew sits down with MLB legend and Cy Young Award winner R.A. Dickey for a powerful conversation on transformation, mindset, and the pursuit of longevity — both on the field and in life. From reinventing himself as one of baseball’s last great knuckleballers to shifting his approach to training and fatherhood, R.A. shares lessons that every athlete, parent, and leader can relate to. It’s not just a story about baseball. It's about resilience, reinvention, and what it means to stay true to your purpose. 🎙️ Watch/Listen to Episode 3 of The Turf: Powered by D1 now: https://lnkd.in/evxHMsgy

Our CEO Will Bartholomew featured on business.com podcast!

Last month, our team hosted two successful Pop-Up Recruiting Days in Princeton, New Jersey and Cleveland, Ohio - giving potential owners an inside look at what it means to be part of D1 Nation. Attendees not only got to experience our group training sessions firsthand at D1 Princeton and D1 Aurora, but also dove deep into what drives our success — from our mission and core values to our real estate, operations, and marketing strategy. Thank you to Princeton Equity Group for hosting us at your New Jersey office and to the team and attendees who make these events a hit! Mischak Rivera Hannah Vander Wall Julie Bauer Emily Andreoli, CPA Rita Somera Matthew Toy Richard Collins Myles Baker

Meet Thomas Eckers III, a former Division I football player at Ole Miss, who proves that once an athlete, always an athlete. For him, training like an athlete even well into his 40s is about longevity, mindset, and community. What makes his story powerful is that it mirrors what we see across D1 locations every day. Whether it’s a former college athlete or someone stepping into the gym for the first time, D1 provides an environment where everyone feels like they belong, where accountability is built in, and where confidence grows. For our franchise owners, stories like Thomas’s are the heart of the brand. They’re proof that the D1 model doesn’t just train athletes, it transforms lives.

Take a look at what CEO Will Bartholomew said about why every youth athlete needs a sports performance coach!