Kathy Smith became popular for her workout videos during the late 1980s. Her videos have since sold more than 16 million copies.
She created her own nutrition and exercise program which she titled Project: You! Type 2. It was created in collaboration with the American Diabetes Association to help people manage their type 2 diabetes. Kathy became a popular face in the fitness world at this time.
Jake Steinfeld – Then
Jack is recognized as the creator of the personal fitness training industry. A fitness icon, it’s hard to talk about this muscle builder without mentioning his nickname which brought him great success- “Body by Jake.”
He created FitTV, a 24-hour fitness lifestyle network. He subsequently sold the network to News Corp in order to take on a new project- founding the Major League Lacrosse which became the first professional outdoor lacrosse league.
Jake Steinfeld – Now
Having a business mindset is what brought Jack so much success. Through the development of his brand Body By Jack, fostered a good eye for profitable business ventures. His latest idea came in the way of transforming the training industry for the modern tech age.
He created the FitOrbit 2.0, an online personal training platform that provides services of trainers and nutritionists at affordable prices.
Kathy Smith – Now
Kathy Smith has seen major success in her career as the “titan of the workout industry.” Through personal fitness apparel, books, equipment, and videos, her brand has made over $500 Million.
More recently she wrote a book called Moving Through Menopause which garnered her the role of the spokesperson for the International Council on Active Aging.
Tamilee Webb – Then
The widely praised series, Buns of Steel and Abs of Steel made Tamilee Webb a household name in the late 80’s. The promotion of the series were greatly helped by infomercials, which in the 80’s were used to sell fitness products. Over $10 million were brought in from video sales.
Her success earned Tamilee a position on FitTV as a fitness expert. The channel is owned by Discovery Communications and ESPN Fitness Pros.