Welcome to this week’s episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast. To wrap up our series at the Connected Health & Fitness Summit, we sat down with Jon Canarick, a Managing Partner with over 20 years of consumer private equity investment experience.
Since joining North Castle in 2001, Jon has actively managed North Castle’s investments across a variety of Healthy, Active, and Sustainable Living sectors and across all job functions at North Castle. Having started his NCP career as an Associate, Jon has played a crucial role in the development of North Castle and many of its portfolio companies. Jon currently sits on the Board of Directors of Therabody, Five Iron Golf, Echelon Fit, CR Fitness, Encore Vet Group, The Escape Game, Barry’s, and SLT.
Today he tells all about:
If the American economy is facing a recession
Why the value of Peloton went down exponentially, and how fittech companies should avoid the same fate
What trends are currently happening in the commercial equipment space along with the home space
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Throughout our interview, we cover:
Asking the detrimental question on everyone’s mind about the economy- are we in recession
Why the value of Peloton went down exponentially, and how fittech companies should avoid the same fate
What trends are currently happening in the commercial equipment space along with the home space
The importance of understanding the market when pitching a new fitness idea to investors
Why building your company to sell is a very dangerous concept
The lessons learnt from previous recessions
New potential ideas for fitness companies to keep their eye on
What one of the key components is to make your business into something big
We are joined by Rick Valente, a legendary figure in the bodybuilding and fitness industry, best known as the co-host of ESPN’s BodyShaping.
Reimaging Strength Training – The Role of Equipment, Education and Tech.
Seated in the hot seat, Matthew explores a topic he’s deeply passionate about: the evolution of strength training and how gyms can capitalize on growing consumer interest.
The Future of Boutique Fitness.
Kevin Yates currently heads up Lift Brands EMEA, which includes Snap Fitness and 9Round, Kevin also played a huge hand in the growth of Trib3.
Sleep Better, Lift Stronger, Live Longer.
Matthew Januszek and Mo Iqbal discuss fitness trends including the latest from industry innovators Oura, F45, Samsung, and Vasa Fitness.
Sustainability & AI Workouts – The Gym of the Future.
Yves Preissler, CEO of YP Fitness Consulting, an expert in turnkey and modular gym design solutions across global fitness and wellness.
Making America Healthy Again – Edward Hertzman.
We talk to Edward Hertzman about the potential impact a change of political leadership might have on the fitness industry.
Unlocking Muscle Growth – The Latest Science.
Dr Jim Stoppani, expert in exercise science, helping millions transform their lives through science-backed training and nutrition plans.
AI and Fitness – Shaping the Future with Dr Ted Vickey.
Dr Ted Vickey, CEO of disruptive health technology company, FitWell, and the author of ‘’The Fitness Professionals Guide to ChatGPT”.
On this week’s episode, hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of Sweatworks, lift the lid on some of the stories driving the fitness, health, and wellbeing newsfeeds.
Alimanestianu on the Future of Fitness Investments.
Alex Alimanestianu, Angel Investor with significant experience in the fitness and wellness industry, long time CEO of Talent Sports International.
The Impact of Stress Management Technology.
Matthew and Mo are joined by special guest, Anna Gudmundson, CEO of stress management technology company, Sensate.
ukactive’s Vision for Collaboration with the New Labour Government.
Matthew Januszek and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of Sweatworks are joined by special guest, Huw Edwards CEO ukactive.