In this conversation, Eric Malzone interviews Jeff Zwiefel, the former COO and President of Life Time Fitness, discussing his extensive career in the fitness industry and the evolution of Life Time and its new initiative, Miora. They explore the concept of longevity in fitness, the importance of a holistic approach to health, and how Miura aims to integrate various health services to improve overall wellness. Jeff emphasizes the significance of measuring success through both immediate and long-term health outcomes, highlighting the need for a seamless customer experience in the fitness industry. In this conversation, Jeff discusses the evolving landscape of health and fitness, emphasizing the importance of longevity and holistic health approaches. He highlights the critical role of addressing chronic inflammation and metabolic health, the potential of GLP-1 medications in combating obesity, and the integration of AI in personal health optimization. Zwiefel advocates for democratizing access to longevity solutions and envisions a future where fitness is synonymous with longevity, driven by consumer demand for better health outcomes.

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In this episode, Eric Malzone sits down with Henrik Almers, a marine biologist turned entrepreneur who has made a remarkable impact on the fitness industry, particularly in micro gyms and coaches. Henrik shares his journey from starting a scuba travel company to running Coaches Congress, an event focused on helping gym owners and coaches with business development and educational resources. The discussion highlights the event's evolution, the importance of specialized knowledge such as nutrition and data-driven coaching, and plans for future global events. Henrik emphasizes the significance of community, actionable insights, and the potential for emerging markets in the fitness industry.

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In this episode of The Future of Fitness, Eric Malzone sits down with Lou DeFrancisco, Lindora's new president, to explore the exciting potential of GLP-1 medications in the realms of metabolic health, fitness, and weight loss. Lou shares his rich journey through the health and fitness industry and dives into Lindora’s 50-year commitment to weight loss and wellness. Together, they discuss Lindora's holistic approach, which blends behavior modification, ketogenic diets, and GLP-1s to address obesity. The conversation touches on Lindora's innovative franchising model, the legal landscape across states, and the long-term impacts of GLP-1s on fitness. Lou also shares insights on metabolic health, the future of hormone treatments, and Lindora's plans for nationwide expansion.

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https://podcastcollective.io/