Old School of Bodybuilding – Rick Valente.
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.
Sweet Talking Fitness into Capitol Hill as IHRSA’s First Female CEO.
Sweet Talking Fitness into Capitol Hill as IHRSA’s First Female CEO.
On this weeks episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, Matthew Januszek & Emma Barry interview the first female CEO of IHRSA in its 40-year history, Liz Clark, at the Connected Health & Fitness Summit.
Formerly a candy industry specialist, she previously lobbied government relations and advocacy at the National Confectioners Association (NCA). Serving as the industry’s voice in DC since 2011, Clark successfully lobbied to have confection manufacturing deemed “essential” during the pandemic.
A striking contrast from the candy industry, Clark set her eyes on fitness. Transitioning her talents from one industry to another, she is advocating to making a change on Capitol Hill for higher awareness of fitness and the power of movement, nationwide.
Clark highlights her first 100 days as CEO, and her plans to evolve the organization, what role politics plays in fitness, and the importance of advocation for health representatives in Capitol Hill.
To find out more about IHRSA, click here! https://www.ihrsa.org
Throughout our interview, we cover:
- How she’s changing IHRSA.
- How lobbying for the candy industry will help her change the fitness industry.
- Key milestones she achieved in her first 100 days as CEO of IHRSA.
- Getting advocation right in one country before spreading internationally.
- Defining what partnerships she would like to develop within the fitness world.
- Filling leadership positions with a broader vision for IHRSA.
- Movement playing a key role in preventable diseases.
- Trying to gain representation of the fitness industry in Capitol Hill.
- Rebranding IHRSA, and how to create conversations about health.
Liz Clark on the Escape Your Limits podcast.
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”.
Weight Watchers & GLP-1s, Falling Alcohol Consumption.
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.
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