BOSU Founder David Weck Flips the Script on Fitness Training.
BOSU Founder David Weck Flips the Script on Fitness Training.
On this week’s episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, we sat down with a biomechanist and inventor who specializes in the study of human movement and locomotion. With his 20 plus years of expertise in the industry, he has in-depth knowledge of the feet in relation to athletic performance, and the natural human function of locomotive abilities.
David Weck is the CEO and Founder of BOSU Fitness where his inventions focus on building the rotational, pulsing, and coiling abilities of the athlete.
We had the opportunity to visit him at his WeckMethod Lab in San Diego where he spills his plethora of knowledge to us about:
The exponential difference of being coiled versus being stiff/braced when working out
His opinion about traditional power moves that are overused and disadvantageous
And why the fitness community isn’t supporting his methods
To learn more about David Weck & The WeckMethod, click here! https://www.weckmethod.com/
Throughout our interview, we cover:
The difference between balance and coordination
The best thing you can do for your spine to have true balance
The origin of key compound movements, and how it can affect stability
Why balance is the one athletic quality that enhances every other quality in training
The emphasis of stability ball training helping improve balance
Why the fitness industry is pushing back on Weck’s method of training
Explaining why fight and flight are essentially two sides of the same coin
How the build of chimpanzees differ to what we’ve been taught, and how the human anatomy is comparable to theirs
Matthew and Mo sit down with David Minton, founder of The Leisure Database Company, who produce The State of The UK Fitness Industry Report.
3 Decades of The Olympia, Controversies, Rivalries & Life Lessons.
Shawn Ray is a former professional bodybuilder, 13-time Mr Olympia Finalist and one of the most rebellious and outspoken athletes in the sport.
NYC Fitness Trends, Market Insights & Opinions.
Matthew and Mo are joined by Austin Cohen, Founder and CEO of FlexIt, and Justin Turetsky, part of the founding team and COO of FlexIt.
Consumer Behavior, Fitness Trends & AI Technology.
Matthew and Mo are joined by Ty Menzies, the global CEO of Lift Brands, an international franchise that is parent brand to Snap Fitness.
How AI technology is Shaping the Future of Fitness.
Matthew Januszek and Mo Iqbal are joined by Eric Malzone, founder of The Future of Fitness podcast, to discuss all things AI technology.
Navigating Volatility – Core Health & Fitness CEO – Bryan O’Rourke.
Discussing the current state of the commercial fitness industry, highlighting both volatility and evolution. Bryan O’Rourke, CEO of Core Health & Fitness joins us for the 31st episode of LIFTS with hosts Matthew Januszek, CEO of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of Sweatworks.
How to Cheat Death – Dr Rand McClain.
We are joined by Dr Rand McCain, aka ‘The Longevity Doctor’ to explore whether death is predetermined by genetics or whether we can make informed lifestyle choices that extend health span and override the influence of our genes.
The Future of Fitness – Technology and Trends with John Ford.
This week Matthew Januszek, CEO of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks speak with John Ford, Chief Product Officer at EGYM. John has a vast knowledge of the fitness technology industry; he is a board member of the Fitness Industry Technology Council.
Franchising Challenges in Fitness: A LIFTS Discussion on Xponential’s Issues.
Matthew Januszek, CEO of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks discuss the recent changes at Xponential Fitness.
More Industry Consolidation and the Evolution of Strength Training.
Bruce Smith, Founder of Hydrow, the leading connected rower that brings the on-water experience of rowing straight to your home.
The Pain of Inevitable Change – Innovating for the Future of Fitness.
Matthew and Mo also dive into trends in wellness offerings, industry consolidation, and how brands can better serve evolving consumer needs. Tune in to hear their insights on navigating change and pursuing new opportunities for progress in this dynamic sector.
HYROX365, Global Wellness Economy Report & the Emotional Weight of Body Image.
In this podcast, we discuss our thoughts on the industry post-FIBO, as well as recent headlines making waves within the industry including the launch of HYROX365, findings from The Global Wellness Economy report and the mental and emotional factors associated with weight and body image.