We were lucky to catch up with Kyle Lampi recently and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Kyle, thanks for joining us today. What sort of legacy are you hoping to build. What do you think people will say about you after you are gone, what do you hope to be remembered for?

As a coach, my ultimate goal is to leave a lasting impact on the lives of the people I work with. Like most coaches, I got into this profession because I genuinely want to help people transform their lives. What sets my approach apart is the depth of the work I do. It’s not just about giving someone a plan for exercise or nutrition; it’s about diving deep into their lifestyle, their goals, and the “why” behind those goals. That level of commitment requires a lot of communication, collaboration, and trust. Because of this, I intentionally keep my client base small to ensure I can give each person the time and attention they need to succeed.

By the time my coaching career is over, I realistically hope to have transformed the lives of 50–100 people in a truly meaningful way. That may not seem like a big number at first glance, but when you consider what it takes to guide someone toward autonomy—helping them take ownership of their nutrition, lifestyle habits, and fitness programming—it’s a profound and intensive process.

The true power of this work lies in the ripple effect. When a person improves their health and well-being, it touches every part of their life: their relationships with family, friends, spouses, and children. These changes inspire and influence those around them, creating a positive chain reaction that can extend far beyond the individual.

Ultimately, I hope my legacy is about creating generational health. My goal is to teach people how to build sustainable habits that become a part of their family culture, passing down knowledge and values that can shape their bloodline for generations to come. If I can play a role in creating that kind of ripple effect, I’ll feel like I’ve made a meaningful contribution to the world.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

Fitness has always been a cornerstone of my life. From playful activities as a kid to solo sports in my teenage years, and eventually embracing gym life as a young adult, movement has been a constant for me. It wasn’t something I had to think about—it was just a natural part of daily life. That love for movement eventually led me to become a fitness coach. I wanted to help others experience the same joy, freedom, and energy that comes from feeling good in their bodies.

Today, I specialize in helping busy professionals aged 30–50 reclaim their strength, shed body fat, gain muscle, and boost their energy so they can feel like themselves again. My goal is to equip my clients with sustainable habits that eliminate the need to “start over” every January. I do this by creating tailored plans for exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle changes that seamlessly fit into their lives and feel enjoyable enough to stick with for the long haul.

What sets my coaching apart is the level of depth I go into with my clients. This isn’t just about hitting a goal weight or fitting into a smaller size—it’s about empowering people to take full ownership of their health. I know I’ve done my job when my clients no longer need me. They’ve learned how to manage their circadian rhythm, source and prepare high-quality meals, and understand how the foods they eat impact their health and appearance. They know how to design exercise programs that work for their unique situations, and most importantly, they’ve learned to love themselves through the process of taking care of themselves.

I’m most proud of the transformations I’ve been a part of—not just in terms of physical changes, but in how my clients feel about themselves and their lives. My mission is to help people build confidence, resilience, and a foundation of health that they can pass on to their families.

If you’re someone who’s ready to stop starting over and truly invest in a healthier, stronger version of yourself, I’d love the opportunity to guide you on that journey.

What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?

One of the biggest lessons I had to unlearn was that the movement portion of a fitness routine isn’t as important to losing weight and overall health as people think. We focus so much on that one hour in the gym, but it’s the other 23 hours of the day that truly make or break your progress.

Fitness is often marketed around the “sexy” parts—like high-energy workouts, impressive lifts, or flashy routines—because they’re fun and easy to sell. What doesn’t get as much attention are the unglamorous habits that make the biggest impact: sticking to a consistent sleep schedule, walking daily, making high-quality food choices even in social settings, saying no to alcohol or foods that don’t align with your goals, pushing through tough workouts, sacrificing other things to prioritize exercise, drinking enough water, and hitting your protein targets.

None of that is flashy or exciting, but it’s the foundation for real, sustainable change. Unfortunately, many people either don’t realize its importance or shy away from it because it’s hard.

I’m no stranger to this mindset. I used to think the key to results was going all-out in the gym 5–6 days a week. I figured if some movement was good, more had to be better. I told myself I could eat whatever I wanted because I was “training so hard.” But that approach left me burnt out, frequently sick, dealing with aches and pains, and frustrated with how my body looked and felt.

It wasn’t until I shifted my focus to the other 23 hours of the day that I started seeing real results. Prioritizing recovery, sleep, nutrition, and overall lifestyle habits allowed me to feel better, look better, and train smarter—not harder.

This lesson completely transformed my approach to fitness, both personally and professionally. Now, I help my clients understand that fitness is about so much more than what happens in the gym. It’s about creating a lifestyle where every choice you make supports your long-term health and goals.

How’d you build such a strong reputation within your market?

I believe my reputation in the market has been built by focusing on one simple principle: serving the person right in front of me to the best of my ability. When you’re fully present and committed to helping your clients achieve their goals, the results speak for themselves. A happy, successful client becomes a walking billboard for your work. The people in their lives—friends, family, coworkers—notice their transformation and naturally ask, “How did you do it?” If your client is truly satisfied, they’ll share your name without hesitation.

A mentor of mine once told me, “Impact over income.” While income is necessary to sustain any business, focusing solely on money can cause you to lose sight of what truly matters: the impact you’re making in someone’s life. Ironically, it’s that focus on impact—on helping your clients succeed—that ultimately drives income and builds your reputation.

By putting the client’s needs and results first, I’ve been able to create meaningful, lasting changes for the people I work with, which, in turn, has strengthened my presence in the market.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.lampifitness.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lampifitness/

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Dana Barsuhn
www.danabarsuhn.com