Juliet Starrett, Alex Alimanestianu, & Special Guest Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer - Quarterly Report

Juliet Starrett, Alex Alimanestianu, & Special Guest Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer - Quarterly Report

Author: Eric Malzone December 1, 2024 Duration: 1:13:39

Join Eric Malzone, Juliet Starrett, and Alex Alimanestianu for an insightful quarterly deep dive, featuring special guest Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer, CEO of EGYM. They explore EGYM's remarkable $200 million Series G funding, its journey to unicorn status, and the integration of AI in fitness. The discussion shifts to analyzing earnings reports from industry leaders like Peloton, Lifetime, Xponential Fitness, and Planet Fitness, unpacking leadership shifts and financial strategies. Finally, the episode dives into the concept of Blue Zones, offering scientific and lifestyle perspectives on longevity and what it takes to thrive.


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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