David Knies - The 5 Forces Driving the Next Trillion Dollars in Wellness

David Knies - The 5 Forces Driving the Next Trillion Dollars in Wellness

Author: Eric Malzone April 20, 2025 Duration: 45:30

In this insightful conversation recorded at the Connected Health and Fitness Summit in Los Angeles, Eric Malzone sits down with David Knies of PA Consulting to explore where the next trillion dollars in the wellness industry will emerge. David shares research-backed insights on five major market disruptions shaping the future: the convergence of healthcare and consumer industries, the growing GLP-1 economy, consumer struggles with "wellness overload," the shift toward hyper-personalization, and the question of trust in wellness technology. From wearables potentially becoming implantables to the unexpected effects of weight loss medications on exercise habits, this episode offers valuable perspectives for wellness professionals looking to position themselves at the forefront of an industry projected to reach $8.7 trillion. Whether you're a fitness entrepreneur, industry executive, or wellness enthusiast, this conversation delivers actionable intelligence on how the wellness landscape is evolving.

 

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Eric Malzone has spent over fourteen years working within the fitness world, and in his Future of Fitness podcast, he channels that experience into conversations that feel more like strategic planning sessions than simple interviews. Each episode connects you directly with the people actively reshaping what health and wellness mean today-founders launching disruptive tech, investors spotting the next big trend, and executives steering major brands through rapid change. The discussions move beyond workout tips to explore the real business of fitness, tackling how entrepreneurship intersects with wellbeing, what emerging technologies are actually viable, and where the industry might be headed next. This isn't about generic inspiration; it's a grounded look at the mechanics of moving an entire field forward. By listening, you gain access to unfiltered insights from those making decisions at the highest levels, all through the perspective of a host who is both a seasoned coach and a pragmatic business advisor. Tune in for a clear-eyed view of the innovation, challenges, and opportunities defining the modern fitness landscape.
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