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Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 92 - LIFTS Live Podcast at W3Fit North America with Matthew Januszek & Mohammed IqbalLive from W3Fit North America at the Four Seasons Westlake Village, Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal host a special onstage edition of the LIFTS podcast. In this wide-ranging conversation, they explore the future of the fitness industry—from AI gyms and private equity consolidation to the booming recovery market and the resurgence of strength training. Discussion highlights include: What makes live podcasts unique compared to studio episodes. First impressions of Fred Fitness, the AI-first gym. The impact of mergers, acquisitions, and private equity in fitness tech. How AI is reshaping software, business, and me...
2025-10-0546 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 82 - Building Gyms for Longevity, Not Just Muscle | Rod Hill of ZenergieWelcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. In this compelling episode, hosts Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal speak with fitness veteran Rod Hill about his latest venture, ZENERGIE – a revolutionary gym concept focused on longevity, functional health, and the 40+ demographic. Topics include: Why Rod believes the 40+ market is the most underserved in fitness. Spain's role as a rising longevity hub. How AI and smart equipment are shaping personalized wellness. Rod's critique of pharmaceuticals vs. fitness in preventative care. What ZENE...
2025-07-2058 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 73 - Can Gamification Make You Healthier? The Surprising Power of Play | FIBO 2025Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Host Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness attended FIBO in Cologne, Germany, joined by guest co-host Grace McNamara, Partnerships Director EMEA at Elfie. In part 2 of this episode, Matthew and Grace are joined by: Igor Krezić, Founder & CEO of Rolla. Riccardo Turri, CEO of Starpool. Marco Stefano Guiducci, VP International Sales at EGym. This episode covers: Redefining longevity as quality of life rather than just extended lifespan. Democratizing the term "athlet...
2025-05-1851 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 72 - AI in Fitness: Industry Leaders Discuss Practical Applications Beyond the Hype | FIBO 2025Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mohammed Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended FIBO in Cologne, Germany. (correct location?) In part 1 of this episode, Matthew and Mohammed are joined by: Gregory Gird, Marketing Manager of Octiv Grace McNamara, Partnerships Direcetor EMEA at Elfie Klaus Mueller, CEO at Wictory.ai This episode covers: Importance of data quality for effective AI implementation. Evidence-based AI development and...
2025-05-1152 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 71 - Beyond the Hype: Tim Gray on Biohacking's Real Impact on Health | PerformX LIVE 2025Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended PerformX 2025. In this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by Tim Gray, Founder & CEO of The Health Optimisation Summit. This episode covers: Biohacking industry growth. Balancing extreme practices with health fundamentals. Tim's personal biohacking journey. Limitations of traditional healthcare. Importance of data-driven health decisions. Potential for gyms to leverage health data. Navigating health supplements and...
2025-05-0442 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 70 - The Rise of Budget Boutique Fitness in Europe – What's Driving the Boom? | EHFF "Live" at FIBO 2025Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended EHFF 2025 in Cologne, Germany. In part 2 of this episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by: Michelle Dand, Head of Fitness Product and Programming of David Lloyd. Benjamin Roth, Co-Founder and CEO of Urban Sports Club. Jim Pisani, CEO and Board Member of Life Fitness Hammer Strength. David Stalker, Ambassador for EuropeActive. Th...
2025-04-271h 02
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 69 - Future Fitness: Tech Meets Wellness at EHFF 2025Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended EHFF 2025 in Cologne, Germany. In part 1 of this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by: Herman Rutgers, Ambassador at EuropeActive Stefan Ludwig, Partner, Leiter Sport Business Gruppe at Deloitte Deutschland Elaine Jobson, CEO and MD of Jetts Australia Conor O'Loughlin, Chief Revenue Officer of ABC Fitness Mike Escobedo, Chief Customer Officer, ABC Fitn...
2025-04-2055 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 68 - Personal Training is Shifting Toward Holistic Health Coaching | Richard Boyd at PerformX 2025Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended PerformX 2025. In this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by Richard Boyd, Director or Global Wellness Designs. This episode covers: COVID-19's impact on personal training industry. Shift in trainer authority due to increased consumer knowledge. Balancing technology and human connection in PT. AI integration in program design and PT's evolving role. Expanding PT role...
2025-04-1344 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 67 - Beachbody's Secret to 25 Years of Fitness Success with Carl Daikeler | Connected Health & FitnessWelcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended Connected Health & Fitness Summit event in Los Angeles. Thank you to our sponsor, Flex (withflex.com) of these LIFTS episodes. Flex is the holistic solution for accepting HSA/FSA. They work with their partners to navigate the regulatory and compliance landscape. In this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by Carl Daikeler, CEO of The Be...
2025-04-0656 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 66 - The Rise of Recovery, Retention Strategies, and Fitness Tech | HFA 2025Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks, CSO of ABC Fitness attended HFA 2025 in Las Vegas. In this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by: ● Kathleen Ferguson, founder and CEO of Coach 360. ● Jarrod Saracco, President/Owner of Health Club Doctor. ● Nicole Dunn, CEO of Dunn Pellier Media, Inc. ● Debra Strougo, Fitness Founder. ● Natalia Karbasova, Founder & CEO of FitTech Club. ● Julian Barnes, Co-Founder and CEO of BFS. ● Jarron Aizen, CEO & Founder of Hapana. ● Ross Ca...
2025-03-301h 20
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 65 - Recovery, Tech & Innovation: The Fitness Landscape Transformed | HFA 2025 with ABC FitnessWelcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks, CSO of ABC Fitness attended HFA 2025 in Las Vegas. In this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by Finn Hegarty, Chief Product Officer, ABC Fitness and Mike Hansen, Chief Growth Officer, SweatWorks. Taking to the floor of the show, they discuss what they have seen at this year's event and the key messages and themes within the...
2025-03-2317 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 64 - MIORA by Life Time: The Future of Longevity & Peak Performance | PerformX 2025 with Jeff ZwiefelWelcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended PerformX 2025. In this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by Jeff Zwiefel, Executive Director of MIORA Longevity & Performance at Life Time. This episode covers: Longevity and healthspan focus. Consumer empowerment in health. Evolution of personal trainer roles. Lifetime's "healthy way of life" concept. MIORA: Lifetime's longevity program. Challenges in implementing longevity services. Dem...
2025-03-1642 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 63 - Everlast's Secret to Staying Ahead in the Fitness Industry | PerformX 2025 with Dan SummersonWelcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended PerformX 2025. In this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by Dan Summerson, Managing Director of Everlast Gyms at Frasers Group. This episode covers: Dan's career progression to Everlast. Everlast's hybrid fitness model. Focus on younger demographics. Modern environment and social media impact. Innovation and open culture. Wearables and data integration. Boutique experience in big box s...
2025-03-0943 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 62 - Gabby Reece's Holistic Wellness Formula: Sun, Nutrition & SleepWelcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended Connected Health & Fitness Summit event in Los Angeles. Thank you to our sponsor, Flex (withflex.com) of these LIFTS episodes. Flex is the holistic solution for accepting HSA/FSA. They work with their partners to navigate the regulatory and compliance landscape. In this LIFTS episode, Matthew and Mo are joined by Gabby Reece, Podcast Host and Ke...
2025-03-0234 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 60 - Personalized Health & Fitness: The Next Big Trend from the Connected Health & Fitness SummitWelcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks attended Connected Health & Fitness Summit 2025 event in Los Angeles. Thank you to our sponsor, Flex (withflex.com) of these LIFTS episodes. Flex is the holistic solution for accepting HSA/FSA. They work with their partners to navigate the regulatory and compliance landscape. In part 1 of this podcast episode, Matthew and Mo interviewed: Eric Bormel, Director, Consumer He...
2025-02-2358 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 53 - Shaping the Industry: Key Themes for 2025 at PerformX Live | Giles DenningWelcome to the last episode of LIFTS in 2024, your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. Today, hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks, are joined by Giles Denning, Head of Marketing, PerformX. Matthew and Mo are on the advisory board of PerformX Live, an event that is the business of fitness, a powerhouse environment and is taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 26th & 27th February 2025. The conversation in this episode introduces listeners to the themes that will be discussed on the main stage a...
2024-12-2944 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 42 - Client Connectivity, Strength Training's Surge in Popularity | Jack Thomas | The Fit GuideOn this LIFTS podcast, Escape Fitness CEO, Matthew Januszek and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks are joined by Jack Thomas, Co-Founder of The Fit Guide, the only global, independent rating system for premium fitness clubs and studios. This episode discusses The Fit Guides comprehensive report on fitness industry standards, evaluating global clubs across various modalities. This episode delves into exploring the importance of client connection, the continued boom in popularity of strength training, driven by consumer demand and research on longevity, and the opportunities that the boutique fitness sector has still to maximize. Matthew...
2024-09-2240 min
Just FlexItMatthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Podcast host of Escape Your Limits Podcast, Visits Just FlexIt™Matthew Januszek, a titan in the entrepreneurial realm for nearly three decades, boasts a legacy marked by innovation and foresight. As the Co-Founder of Escape Fitness, a venture he spearheaded 27 years ago, Januszek has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the fitness industry. The company’s approach was to focus on creating equipment and training programs that aligned with the principles of functional fitness, which emphasizes movements that mimic real-life activities and improve overall strength, flexibility, and coordination.His visionary leadership extends beyond the boardroom, as he also hosts the widely acclaimed Escape Your Li...
2024-05-1436 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Episode 27 - The Pain of Inevitable Change | Innovating for the Future of Fitness.On this week's episode of LIFTS. Escape Fitness CEO, Matthew Januszek and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of SweatWorks sit down one on one to discuss their thoughts on the changing landscape of the health and fitness industry. They explore opportunities for partnering brands with the LIFTS podcast and examine challenges faced by companies like Stages. 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. ...
2024-05-1235 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSLIFTS Ep 2 - Nike Strength Equipment, Sports Illustrated & Barre3's Acquisition: Latest Fitness Industry NewsWelcome back to the second episode of L.I.F.T.S. bringing you the latest industry fitness trends and stories hitting the headlines and stirring up some debate. Building on the success of last week's launch, LIFTS is back to delve into this week's news and for this episode hosts Matthew Januszek, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness and Mo Iqbal, Founder & CEO of Sweatworks, are joined by special guest Debra Strougo Frohlich, Founder of Row House. Every week, our intrepid hosts will discuss the breaking news, providing their own perspective on the headlines whilst provoking t...
2023-10-2527 min
The Frankie Lee Podcast154 - Matthew Januszek - DO THIS to Scale Your Business in a Competitive NicheIn this episode, I sat down with Matthew Januszek founder of Escape Fitness. Escape is one of the premium UK fitness brands that is now has equipment featured in gyms world wide including Anytime Fitness.We dive into the journey of going from a fabrication company in the early days into a fully fledged manufacturing company. Matthew is a true entrepreneur and his insights come from years of doing global business.Matt breaks down the differences between business in the UK & US market.I hope you get a lot from...
2023-08-231h 15
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 285- Discovering the Latest Fitness Trends: IHRSA 2023 TradeshowOn this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, Escape Fitness had the opportunity to attend IHRSA 2023. The convention offered brand new learning experiences with featured speakers from various industries, giving fitness professionals the chance to discover parallels and innovations across a wide spectrum of expertise. There, our co-hosts, Matthew Januszek & Emma Barry, walked the floor to find out what's new at the tradeshow, what the latest fitness trends hitting the market are, and what else is happening in the fitness world! With so much to see, and so many new people to talk...
2023-04-021h 20
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 279 - NEW & TRENDING: What's New in Fitness? | LA Connected Health & Fitness SummitOn this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, we were very fortunate to be invited to The Connected Health & Fitness Summit, where our host, Matthew Januszek, had the opportunity to present on a panel. At this event, Emma Barry & Matthew interviewed multiple successful companies who have integrated tech into fitness and have changed the world of fittech. The Connected Health & Fitness Summit highlights the increased desire for a hybrid approach, demand for more holistic health offerings, and a preference for a highly personalized fitness experience. Today, we had the opportunity to connect with...
2023-02-191h 06
Strong Mind, Strong BodyThe State of Fitness with Matthew JanuszekReady to hear the real goods on the state of the fitness industry, from entrepreneurship to the latest trends, and how to create some of the coolest fitness spaces?On this episode of “Strong Mind, Strong Body,” join host Angie Miller, along with her featured guest, Matthew Januszek, Co-founder of Escape Fitness, and Escape Your Limits Podcast Host, for this one of kind discussion on the future of the fitness field.Matthew will share his expertise on how he has carved out a niche in an ever-evolving industry and why innovation, collaboration, and reinvention are the...
2023-02-0848 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 273 - Most Talked About Clips of 2022|Jerry Brainum|Gabrielle Lyon|Bret Contreras|Danny Torgl|Jon Jon ParkOn this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, we dive into our top guests of 2022. Out of all 52 amazing episodes that we released last year, we were able to narrow down our top six by going through hundreds of thousands of views, comments, and likes. The Escape Your Limits Podcast was created to deliver on-demand, inspirational, valuable content to our audience. Each week, we connect with industry leaders on an ever-widening array of offerings on every topic imaginable. Our host, Matthew Januszek, reflects on the top moments with each of these guests, and...
2023-01-081h 37
Spirit Gym with Paul ChekEP 215 — Matt Nichol, Mindy Mylrea and Matthew Januszek: Fitness PhilosophyHow has fitness evolved as a practice and industry so far in the 21st Century? Has it changed for the better or worse? Where is fitness heading and what does that means for your life and health?Paul talks to a legendary trio of fitness veterans — Matt Nichol, Mindy Mylrea and Matthew Januszek — who share their valuable insights about the future of exercise and performance in this very special Living 4D podcast.Find out more about Matt’s work at his website and on Instagram. Learn more about Mindy’s mission on One Day to W...
2022-11-152h 22
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 259 - BOLD 2022 MindBody Conference | Big Changes for Wellness & Fitness Industry.On this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, Emma Barry & Matthew Januszek attend BOLD 2022, MindBody's annual conference. It is three days to meet and mingle with wellness, fitness, and beauty industry professionals, share the latest trends, preview what's next, and learn how to maximize every minute of every business day. Over the next couple of weeks, we will be releasing a series of podcasts featuring everyone we've interviewed. On today's episode, Emma & Matthew sat down with: John Motz- The SVP at MindBody Amanda Carlson-Phillips- The SVP & Head of Performance Innovation at Exos Lisa Star- A S...
2022-10-021h 18
The TrulyFit PodcastEscape Fitness: Matthew JanuszekMatthew Januszek, a life long fitness entrepreneur, joins the Trulyfit Podcast to discuss tips when building both fitness facilities and businesses._Matthew is a co-founder and CEO of Escape Fitness, a business that supplies gyms all over the world with functional fitness equipment. He is also the Host of the Escape Your Limits Podcast._You can check him out here :Website: https://escapefitness.com/IG: matthewjanuszek -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The show interviews experts in various Fitness & Health realms and gives actionable tips for both the general public and the professional.If...
2022-09-251h 01
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 248 - FitTech | IHRSA PT 2 | The Crucial Role Tech Plays to Move the Fitness Industry Forward.On this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast x On the Edge, Emma Barry & Matthew Januszek continue their journey at IHRSA 2022 where they grateful to take part in the inaugural FitTech Club member event. There were over 90 members and special guests in attendance, and they had the opportunity to network and share their innovations at the convergence of health, fitness, and tech. The FitTech Club is a global community of founders and executives in the areas of fitness, health, wellbeing and technology. With over 50 companies that already joined, they help the members to grow their...
2022-07-171h 10
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 247 - IHRSA 2022 | The State of the Fitness Industry | Live from MiamiOn this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits x On the Edge Podcast, Emma Barry & Matthew Januszek take on IHRSA 2022 in Miami, Florida where they were fortunate to meet with many innovators, suppliers, and many more of the elite in the fitness industry. Emma Barry is a global fitness authority advising the innovative edge of fit-tech, fit-trends, and fit-talent. Emma is a co-founder of Good Soul Hunting, a Senior Advisor to the FitTech Club for the USA, and a founding member of group fitness giant Les Mills, former Director for luxury-lifestyle brand Equinox, and consultant for...
2022-07-101h 24
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 246 - The Drunk Yoga Phenomenon | Raise your Spirits with Eli WalkerOn this week's Escape Your Limits Podcast, Matthew Januszek attended The Summit by BFS at the Westin in New York City, where the best and the brightest in the boutique fitness industry convene. It's the only conference where the entire boutique fitness gathers in person. Eli Walker pioneered a new genre of "yoga entertainment" in an otherwise individualist tradition, re-introducing yoga to the masses as an accessible, uplifting social experience. She took her mission to teach kindness and connectivity as vehicles of joy to create the internationally acclaimed company, Drunk Yoga. On this week's episode w...
2022-07-0336 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 242 - America's Fitness Masterminds Part 2 | SIBEC North America 2022On this weeks episode of the Escape Your Limits podcast, Escape Fitness continues their journey at Sibec in Coronado, California where Matthew Januszek meets with multiple founders and CEOs of various fitness studios across the United States. Sibec is an unparalleled way to do business. A key component to a successful business is the ability to develop a network of industry partners – suppliers who can provide products that can serve the best interests of the fitness and fitness club management from throughout the country to be able to network and share best practices. SIBEC creates the platform to f...
2022-06-051h 25
The Biohacking Secrets ShowEP 261: Escape Your Limits, Self-Sourcing Motivation, and Leg Exercises That'll Change Your Life with Matthew JanuszekMatthew Januszek is a health, wellness & fitness expert and entrepreneur that turned his passion into a $33 million-dollar global business. He is host of the Escape Your Limits podcast & you can learn more about his health and fitness suite at www.EscapeFitness.com - Learn more about our one-on-one Biohacker Coaching program www.BiohackerCoaching.com - Grab your free copy of The Biohacker's Guide to Upgraded Energy and Focus (just help with s/h) https://biohackersguide.com/free-guide - Subscribe to our free email newsletter www.biohackersguide.com/ener...
2022-06-0259 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 240 - The Experts of Boutique Fitness | Founders & CEOs Share Their Insights | The Summit by BFSOn this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, Emma Barry & Matthew Januszek continue their interviews with various founders, CEOs, and much more of boutique fitness studios at The Summit hosted by Boutique Fitness Solutions. The Summit by BFS was created to bring like-minded individuals together to find solutions for their businesses, and to learn and create a better business for their consumers. Boutique Fitness Solutions is a peer-to-peer network & business education provider that guides, connects and empowers boutique fitness owners. BFS' aim is to educate, connect and support boutique fitness business owners to enable them t...
2022-05-221h 02
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 239 - The Boutique Fitness Mastermind | Founders & CEOs share their Insights.On this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, Emma Barry & Matthew Januszek continue their journey at The Summit hosted by Boutique Fitness Solutions where they interview various founders, CEOs, and much more of boutique fitness studios. The Summit by BFS was created to bring like minded individuals together to find solutions for their businesses, and to learn and create a better business for their consumers. Boutique Fitness Solutions is a peer-to-peer network & business education provider that guides, connects and empowers boutique fitness owners. BFS' aim is to educate, connect and support boutique fitness business owners t...
2022-05-151h 15
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 238 - The State of the Boutique Fitness Industry | The Summit by BFS | Julian Barnes & NT EtukOn this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, we present to you the second episode of the On The Edge Podcast where Emma Barry & Matthew Januszek interview co-founders of Boutique Fitness Solutions, Julian Barnes & NT Etuk. The Boutique Fitness Solutions, a peer-to-peer network & business education provider that guides, connects and empowers boutique fitness owners. BFS' aim is to educate, connect and support boutique fitness business owners to enable them to grow profitable businesses that serve the evolving needs of their clients. Escape Fitness, was invited to The Summit by BFS, and there Emma Barry & Matthew J...
2022-05-081h 02
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 235 - IHRSA's First Female CEO | Liz Clark & Emma Barry | ON THE EDGEOn 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...
2022-04-1736 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 233 - Merging Fitness & Technology | Connected Health & Fitness SummitOn this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits podcast, we bring to you a new series with co-hosts Emma Barry and Matthew Januszek called the On the Edge Podcast. In this new series Matthew and Emma touch on a variety of topics that tie fitness into tech, fashion, etc. This week, the pair were invited to the Connected Health & Fitness Summit where they interviewed not one, not two, but five guests that each give their thoughts on the current state of the health industry and where they see it progressing in the future. These exclusive interviews cover a...
2022-04-061h 18
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 233 - Exclusive Interviews at the Connected Health & Fitness SummitOn this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits podcast, we bring to you a new series with co-hosts Emma Barry and Matthew Januszek called the On the Edge Podcast. In this new series Matthew and Emma touch on a variety of topics that tie fitness into tech, fashion, etc. This week, the pair were invited to the Connected Health & Fitness Summit where they interviewed not one, not two, but five guests that each give their thoughts on the current state of the health industry and where they see it progressing in the future. These exclusive interviews...
2022-04-041h 08
GROWISELYEpisode 20: Entrepreneur Matthew Januszek How To Overcome Adversity And Escape Your Limits!Co-founder of global fitness brand Escape Fitness Matthew Januszek who is also the host of the Escape Your Limits Podcast shares how to overcome adversity as an entrepreneur and escape your limits. Thank you for watching like, share, and subscribe and hit the notification bell so you don't miss out. Follow and connect:Matthew Januszek LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewjanuszekescape/Escape Your Limits Podcast with Matthew Januszek YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FunctionalTrainingbyEscapeFitnessFitness Industry Success Show website: https://www.leadlionmarketing.com/fitnessindustrysuccessshowpodcast/ LEADLION: Webs...
2022-02-0849 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 220 - The Iron Cowboy| Pushing the Limits of Human Endurance |James Lawrence.Ultra endurance athlete James Lawrence aka the "Iron Cowboy," has truly escaped the limits of human performance and endurance, both physically and mentally. He has broken multiple Guinness World Records and achieved what was once believed to be impossible by completing 100 triathlons in 100 days with "Conquer 100" to raise $250,000 for charity. The incredible feat required strength, community, family support, and escaping his limits. Check out the Iron Cowboy's fascinating interview with our host Matthew Januszek. Learn more about James Lawrence: https://www.ironcowboy.com/
2022-01-031h 06
Future of FitnessMatthew Januszek - The Art of The Interview & Differentiating In the New NormalMatthew Januszek is an entrepreneur for 25 years. Builder of multiple successful businesses in the UK, Germany, Poland and the United States. Matthew now sits on the board as a director of 3 companies. Co-founder of Escape Fitness, which he has taken from a start-up with minimal capital to a major International business chosen by premier fitness brands around the world, with growth across all markets including North America. Matthew knows what it’s like to start and build a business: with hands-on experience in multiple start-ups, overcoming the challenge of financing the business and raising capital, in...
2021-12-2857 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 217 - Get Superhero Jacked with Celebrity Fitness Trainer Don SaladinoSuperheroes aren't born, they're made. As you can imagine, making a superhero takes a hell of a lot of consistent, ass-kicking hard work. New York-based trainer Don Saladino is one of the most sought-after celebrity trainers in the industry when it comes to getting Hollywood's finest insanely fit. He's had his hand in more big screen role preps than just about anyone and is responsible for some of the most impressive—and unrecognizable—transformations. It's not just all about lifting heavy weights and getting jacked. For Saladino, it's about balance and consistency, both phys...
2021-12-131h 01
Lifestyle Locker Radio PodcastCreating a Fitness Empire with Matthew JanuszekSponsored by 30/60/5 Program. Be stronger than your excuses. Get more info here-> https://bit.ly/30605health What an amazing guest here in the world of Fitness. Matthew Januszek. This guy has created an empire in the fitness world. If you're into fitness, an entrepreneur, or both this episode will be great for you! Here's a little bit about our awesome guest today Matthew: Since co-founding Escape Fitness, taking it to a $33 million-dollar global business chosen by big brands and independent fitness professionals, such as the UFC, Equinox, 1Rebel, Sanctuary Fitness and mor...
2021-07-0536 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanEscape Your Family & Business Limits with Matthew JanuszekGents, if you're reading this, you're probably the type of guy who wants to keep winning at life… But when you think about your family, your business, your health, and the legacy you're building, are you pushing the boundaries of what's possible? Are you intentionally creating space to design a life that gets you fired up? My chat with Matthew Januszek is all about achieving BIG breakthroughs — not just in your business, but in all areas of life! Matthew is a Husband, Father, Entrepreneur, Co-Founder of Escape Fitness, and someone who is c...
2021-05-271h 03
Savage Perspective PodcastMatthew Januszek On Building and Scaling a Multi-Million Dollar Fitness Equipment BusinessWhat changes could you make today to start building and growing your dream business? Matthew Januszek, the co-founder of Escape Fitness, talks to us about what he’s learned through his journey in creating a highly successful fitness brand.
2021-04-161h 01
The Entrepreneur Way1898: Getting Super Clear about Where You Want to Go with Matthew Januszek Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Escape Fitness LtdSince co-founding Escape Fitness, taking it to a $33 million-dollar global business chosen by big brands and independent fitness professionals, such as the UFC, Equinox, 1Rebel, Sanctuary Fitness and more, Matthew Januszek has continued to be a powerful advocate for functional training. Their goal is to motivate and inspire people to get started and create exercise habits that last. Matthew travels the world, helping studios and gyms to turn their visions into world-class fitness destinations and awesome training experiences. During the pandemic, Matthew has become an advocate for at-home training and maintaining physical and mental health to persevere in the...
2021-04-151h 29
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 178 - How to Build and Sell an 8-Figure Fitness FranchiseToday, we're speaking with Jan Spaticchia, a serial entrepreneur who has empowered millions of people to transform their lives through engagement with one of his fitness franchise brands. He is the Chair of énergie Group, Vice Chair of BMF, and Founder of Visivo. As the world now moves into a new and exciting digital age, Spaticchia is already planning for the future and is on the verge of launching Visivo, a VR fitness club membership experience, the first of its kind in the world. Are you ready to learn how to start up, build, sell, a...
2021-03-151h 15
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 177 - Your Diet Isn't Just What You Eat | Dr. Jim Lavalle on Why Your Body Is Out of WhackThe two most fundamental aspects of your health are diet and exercise. But chronic exposure to stress, sleep deprivation, sedentary behavior, and processed food are causing metabolic dysfunction in your body. Jim Lavalle, an internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, author, nutrition expert, and founder of the Metabolic Code®, is here to shed some light on the underlying metabolic issues that stop people from feeling healthy. Your body is constantly working as a complete metabolic system, signaling and telling your body what to do. When it gets out of whack, it can cause serious health issues.
2021-03-081h 22
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 176 - One of the World's Top 10 Business Thinkers Explains the End of Competitive AdvantageToday, we're speaking with Rita McGrath, a renowned Columbia Business School professor and premier expert on innovation, entrepreneurship, and growth strategies during times of uncertainty. The pandemic is forcing every business regardless of industry to reevaluate their operations and to stay relevant while also staying on top of strategic inflection points. According to Rita McGrath, the pandemic is offering businesses an opportunity to grow, or to stay as they are. Her new book, Seeing Around Corners, helps leaders recognize the inflection points that could lead to innovation and success. The pivotal...
2021-03-011h 10
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 175 - Secrets of a Hollywood Trainer | Gunnar Peterson Reveals How He Trains the Kardashians to the LakersToday, we're speaking with celebrity personal trainer Gunnar Peterson. He is a household name in the health-and-fitness industry. He is the guy responsible for shaping some of the most famous bodies in the world and has trained everyone from the Kardashians to Sylvester Stallone to the Los Angeles Lakers. His dedication to fitness dates back to 1989. Today, he specializes in functional fitness and strengthening conditioning training with an emphasis on the basics and consistency. In his Hollywood gym, Gunnar works with his clients on movement to hit all three planes of motion to improve flexibility and improve...
2021-02-221h 05
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 174 - You've Been Breathing Wrong Your Entire Life (Here's How to Fix It)Today, we're speaking with Ed Harrold, an author, breath educator, and health, performance and leadership coach. Breathing is the first and last things we do as humans. Did you know you breathe in and out around 25,000 times a day? But you might be breathing wrong and not even know it. At a cellular level, oxygen is body fuel. It's how you nourish your muscles and brain. So, what exactly happens if you're breathing incorrectly? The bottom line is that it can seriously affect your health. For the past 25 years, Ed Harrold...
2021-02-151h 23
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 173 - Patrick & Talilla Henchoz: The Father-Daughter Duo at the Forefront of an Evolving Fitness IndustryToday, we're speaking with Patrick and Talilla Henchoz. Patrick is the founder of one of the great fitness chain success stories of the '90s, Esporta Health and Fitness Clubs.He was the first to build and sell a fitness chain in the UK. Growing the business to 38 clubs with over 200,000 members. Talilla is a personal trainer and social media influencer who founded a global digital fitness brand called Club V from scratch in July 2020 during the pandemic. Her all-inclusive virtual fitness service is built on the five pillars of health: body, mind, nutrition, community...
2021-02-081h 20
The Fitness Founders PodcastMatthew Januszek on Why You Shouldn’t Lose Sight of Your Core Business Matthew Januszek is the co-founder of Escape Fitness Equipment and the host of the popular Escape Your Limits Podcast. You can find him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewjanuszekescape/ Listen to the Escape Your Limits Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ti8eXhs3O0qyXRRvzugcf In this episode, Matthew talks about why he started Escape Fitness, the thinking behind the design of a gym, and why you shouldn’t lose sight of your core business as digital fitness becomes more popular This podcast is brought to you by Glofox, a...
2021-02-0343 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 172 - Ian Mullane on Hyper-Personalization and the Future of FitnessToday, we're speaking with Ian Mullane, the Founder and CEO of Keepme, a business dedicated to increasing the revenue of health and fitness operators utilizing Artificial Intelligence. He's being working with AI for the past six years and is committed to better understanding why members leave the gym. As the fitness sector is confronted with its greatest ever challenge, clubs worldwide are pulling out all the stops to keep their members active and engaged. Ian says operators need to rely on data and hyper-personalization to move into the future. It's adapt or die, especially for t...
2021-02-011h 26
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 171 - The Future of Personal Training- with Jason Stella: National Education Manager for LifeTime Fitness.Today, we are speaking with Jason Stella, the National Education Manager for LifeTime Training and a podcast host who has more than 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. He's an innovator who has dedicated his life to coaching and consulting the top fitness and nutrition companies in the U.S. and also developed the Alpha Training program. Jason is a firm believer in personal development and capitalizing on your strengths to reach your full potential, both in business and in life. Living by the 3 P's (purpose, preparation, performance, and persistence) he's been able to...
2021-01-251h 27
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 170 - Ray Algar Reveals the Fitness Industry Trends That Will Define 2021 and BeyondToday, we are speaking with a global health and fitness industry analyst who is committed to improving the health and well-being of society. He is the Founder of Gymtopia, the award-winning platform distinguished for curating corporate social responsibility projects and authoring reports that analyze the fitness industry's evolution. With a mission to help purpose-driven, high-impact social enterprises be successful, he produces work that is both inspiring and influential. His most recent report: Health Club Industry Active Ageing Report argues that the fitness industry needs to harness the opportunity of engaging an ageing society.
2021-01-181h 17
Biz Soup Podcast RadioMatthew Januszek of Escape FitnessHealth, Fitness, Wellness, and Diet: Key Ingredients for a Successful Business
Episode 098 with Matthew Januszek of Escape Fitness
Since co-founding Escape Fitness, taking it to a $33 million-dollar global business chosen by big brands and independent fitness professionals, such as the UFC, Equinox, 1Rebel, Sanctuary Fitness and more, Matthew Januszek has continued to be a powerful advocate for functional training. Their goal is to motivate and inspire people to get started and create exercise habits that last. Matthew travels the world, helping studios and gyms to turn their visions into world-class fitness destinations and awesome training experiences. During the pandemic, Matthew...
2021-01-1534 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 169 - IT'S TIME TO MAN UP! with Bedros KeuilianToday, we're speaking with the founder and CEO of one of America's fastest growing fitness franchises, Bedros Keuilian. He is a sought-after high-performance consultant and mentor, best-selling author, and self-made entrepreneur who has built multiple million dollar generating global brands and businesses. His book, Man Up: How to Cut the Bullshit and Kick Ass in Business (and in Life), is a powerful guide for anyone who wants to grow a company, make a difference, or launch a new brand. He'll teach you to be resourceful and use your purpose, passion, mindset, and determination to overcome...
2021-01-111h 29
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 168 - Year in Review: Industry Icon Inspiration, Lessons in Resiliency, and What's Ahead for 2021In this week's Escape Your Limits podcast Director and Host, Matthew Januszek, sits down with our podcast Manager, Wendy de Knoop, to discuss navigating the business through 2020 and the invaluable lessons he's learned along the way. Matthew also dives into what to expect from the Escape Fitness brand in the year ahead. Additionally, this episode will present you with powerful and provocative real-life accounts of how some of the most influential and successful people in the world escaped their own limits to overcome mental, physical, and emotional hurdles to champion their highest potential. It is...
2021-01-0435 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 167 - Phillip Mills on Becoming a Global Leader in Licensed Fitness ProgrammingToday, we are speaking with the Executive Director of a family-owned and operated company that has become the world's largest group fitness provider. What began as a single gym in Auckland, New Zealand, more than 50 years ago has evolved into a business with a network of more than 140,000 trained instructors who deliver exciting training programs to millions of members each week. Driven by the defining philosophy to "make people fall in love with fitness," he has spent decades dedicated to pushing the envelope to offer life-changing fitness experiences to the masses. This ambitious mogul opens...
2020-12-281h 24
Hack The Entrepreneur520: Optimistic With a Sense of Reality | Matthew JanuszekTo help you get started, as a special offer for our listeners, visit Teachable.com/hack and enter code HACK for 50% off your first 3 months on Teachable today!
My guest today has been an entrepreneur for 25 years and has no plans to stop anytime soon.
During his career, he has built multiple businesses in the UK, Germany, Poland, and the United States, and currently sits on the board as a director of three companies.
His most successful venture has been Escape Fitness, which he cofounded in 1998. Since then he has grown the company...
2020-12-2336 min
Jon Nastor's Hack the Entrepreneur520: Optimistic With a Sense of Reality | Matthew JanuszekTo help you get started, as a special offer for our listeners, visit Teachable.com/hack and enter code HACK for 50% off your first 3 months on Teachable today! My guest today has been an entrepreneur for 25 years and has no plans to stop anytime soon. During his career, he has built multiple businesses in the UK, Germany, Poland, and the United States, and currently sits on the board as a director of three companies. His most successful venture has been Escape Fitness, which he cofounded in 1998. Since then he has grown the company...
2020-12-2336 min
Strong By Design PodcastEp 143 Escape Your Limits ft. Matthew JanuszekSend us a textNothing happens until something moves… Being physically active in life is unquestionably one of the most critical elements of longevity and a truly healthy lifestyle. Today’s guest, Matthew Januszek, is the co-founder of Escape Fitness, a global leader in fitness equipment innovation and gym design. Matthew is super passionate about exercise and has used his love of fitness and strength training to help over 1000 fitness clubs and key distributors in 80 countries! Coach Chris Wilson finds out what drives this highly successful fitness leader on toda...
2020-12-2356 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 164 - What Success Looks Like in the Post-COVID Future with Martin Seibold, CEO of LifeFit GroupWhat has Covid-19 taught us and how will its influence the industry moving forwards? In our first interview with Martin, back in June 2020, Martin was based in the UK, overseeing LifeFit Group's six brands, including Fitness First, Barry's Bootcamp, elbgym, Smile X, The Gym Society and New Moove. He talked about leading from the front in a crisis and the challenges of reopening facilities after lockdown 1.0. Join Matthew Januszek in conversation with Martin Seibold Today, as the world continues to deal with the effects of a global pandemic, Martin has moved back to...
2020-12-071h 03
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 161 - Crystal Vision Life Founder, Crystal Dwyer Hansen: Mindset and WellbeingAn insight into the power of the mind to create positive, lasting change. Crystal Dwyer Hansen Dwyer Hansen is a Transformational Life Coach with a belief that all people have unlimited potential for greatness if they only understand how to tap into their own inner resources. Through her years coaching, and as a Wellness/Nutrition Expert, she has seen people experience profound and lasting transformations in relationships, careers, health and wellness. In this episode, Crystal discusses the importance of mindset in creating lasting change, loving the foods which love you back and the launch of...
2020-11-1641 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 156 - David Meltzer: Making Money and happiness.Hard hitting home truths that will improve your life and expand your potential. David Meltzer is co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing, an agency he co-founded with the NFL Hall of Fame quarterback, Warren Moon. As an executive producer and main judge on Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, David provides insights for thousands of businesses each year to help them focus on their company growth. Host of The Playbook podcast, David also depicts the key principles to expanding your own potential in both business and life. This episode will have your head spinning with simple and practical advice.
2020-10-1234 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 155 - Primal Swoledier Eric Leija Is a Kettlebell MasterEveryone needs honesty, and everyone needs recovery. Eric Leija is one of the fastest rising fitness influencers online with almost a million Instagram followers, his own online coaching business and a workout programme branded by Men's Health. In this episode, the celebrity fitness trainer who specialises in unconventional training talks about what it took to develop and launch a successful fitness app, Primal Fitness, in the middle of a pandemic, and how COVID put him out of action for weeks, even as an elite athlete. For more information visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast
2020-10-051h 07
The Kris Gethin PodcastFrom Building Dumbells to Building $33 Million Home and Commercial Gym Equipment Empire with Matthew JanuszekWelcome back to the Knowledge and Mileage Business Series! Joining us today is the co-founder of Escape Fitness and the host of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, Matthew Januszek. In today's episode we dive into adapting your business when the unexpected hits, what it takes to make your goals stick and the habits every entrepreneur needs to be successful. If you are looking to build out a personal or commercial gym use code Gethin15 to get 15% off all Escape Fitness Products. Time Stamps Was his business impacted by the pandemic? [1:11] How he made the pi...
2020-09-2953 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 154 - Gym Launch CEO Alex Hormozi: Financial freedom for life.Attract clients. Perfect your pricing. Retain members. Profit and prosper. This episode is a lesson in how to bring more clients into your business and keep them longer, all while improving profitability. It's an art form that our guest has developed into a science. With tips time-served by a client base of over 2000 thriving businesses, this strategy session can bring some impressive results. CEO of GymLaunch, Alex Hormozi, is making gym owners evolve their business to be better for their bottom line and members. For more information visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast
2020-09-281h 10
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 153 - CEO of the Institute of Motion Michol Dalcourt: Become unbreakable.Stress, recovery, repeat. This week on the Escape Your Limits podcast we discuss a very different vision for the future of the fitness industry. Today's guest has consulted with some of the biggest brands in fitness, sharing his passion for movement with audiences from the likes of Equinox, Microsoft and Nike. This conversation with Michol Dalcourt, CEO of the Institute of Motion, will challenge your thinking and open your mind to many of the great opportunities that still exist within the fitness space. For more information visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast ...
2020-09-211h 12
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 152 - Dean Aguilar: Big brand success on social media.How to build a community and keep it. This week's Escape Your Limits podcast guest started out from humble beginnings in a family that depended on welfare and food stamps. Today he's earning millions of dollars, following a core belief system of mind, body and action. Starting as a personal trainer in fitness, Dean Aguilar is now the founder of two real estate companies selling over $300m in real estate, as well as being the CEO of Digital Muse, an award-winning marketing agency. For more information visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast ...
2020-09-141h 07
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 151 - Mark and Crystal Hansen: Success, positivity and the right questions.How to ask the right questions for success. This week's Escape Your Limits podcast is a lesson from positivity power couple Mark Victor Hansen, co-author of best-seller Chicken Soup for the Soul, and his wife Crystal Dwyer Hansen. Together they're sharing important messages from their new book: Ask! The Bridge From Your Dreams To Your Destiny. Through understanding how to pivot and perform when faced with any challenge, these are the questions to ask to wake up opportunity during adversity. For more information visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast Video - https...
2020-09-071h 14
Escape Your Limits & LIFTS149 - Simon Flint: Business lessons from 175 gyms in six countries.Behind the scenes with leadership lessons from a pioneer of fitness in Asia. Sincere and reflective, this Escape Your Limits podcast interview with Simon Flint is the kind of honesty that we need in fitness today. Simon is the CEO of Evolution Wellness, a six-brand total port folio making $300m in revenue across 175 sites in six countries. He's leading his 7000 employees with compassion, communication and a camaraderie that will see the companies gyms and studios coming back stronger than ever. For more information visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast Video Version – https://yo...
2020-08-241h 15
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 147 - Ashley James: Positivity, authenticity and opportunity.Authenticity is key to long term success. A DJ, TV presenter and radio host who found fame on the BAFTA award-winning Made In Chelsea, Ashley James is a regular face in the British media. An articulate social commentator, activist and empowerment coach, she's using her platform for good, campaigning for body positivity, mental health and honesty on social media. This is a lesson in how to stay true to yourself, no matter what others think. For more information visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast Video version – https://youtu.be/n-PdgfT-bz8...
2020-08-1056 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 146 - Professor Mike Caine: The frontline of sports and fitness technology.Evergreen business innovation tips from a world leader in sport technology. Whether it's a traditional school education or learning on the job, a growth mindset is key to personal development and discovering your strengths. This Escape Your Limits podcast guest has not only gone from student to teacher, but has educated himself on building a business along the way. This episode is a lesson in what it's like on the frontline of fitness at Loughborough University, with Mike Caine, professor of sports technology. For more information visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast ...
2020-08-031h 16
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 142 - Shay Rowbottom: LinkedIn video secrets that generate growth.This is how to make LinkedIn generate more revenue for your business. In this episode, Shay Rowbottom explains everything from content creation, missed opportunities in video, revenue generation and the LinkedIn secrets to growth on the social media platform that isn't as B2B as you think. For more information on the Escape Your Limits podcast visit https://escapefitness.com/podcast Video version - https://youtu.be/0J8frpTL8u4 Shay Rowbottom started out as a musician trying to make it in the entertainment industry. She dropped out of...
2020-07-061h 05
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 141 - Jerzy Gregorek: Thrive on positivity, no matter what.This is how to stop negativity in its tracks and keep progressing. In this episode, Jerzy Gregorek teaches the art of embracing delayed gratification and accepting the hard choices that will make your life better in the long run by far. A multiple world record holder, he came to LA in 1986 as a political refugee from Poland. Today Jerzy is helping celebrities, athletes, entrepreneurs and everyone in between turn back the clock and become more youthful through mindful exercise and nutrition. For more information on the Escape Your Limits podcast visit https://escapefitness.c...
2020-06-291h 51
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 135 - Adam Zeitsiff: Gold's Gym growing through bankruptcy.Meet the man at Gold's Gym making the tough choices to grow stronger. President and CEO of Gold's Gym, Adam Zeitsiff, gives a sincere and open account of what's behind the brand that recently filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy. Having closed multiple locations for good as part of the restructure, and with some of the first gyms to reopen in locations after coronavirus closures, Gold's is now at the forefront of how we get out of the coronavirus climate and grow stronger on the other side. For more information on the Escape Y...
2020-05-1852 min
Fitness Business Asia PodcastBuilding Escape - one of the world's leading fitness equipment brands, with Matthew JanuszekJack talks to Matthew Januszek, founder of one of the biggest and most recognizable fitness equipment brands in the world, Escape Fitness. In this episode Matthew talks about his 20+ year journey building Escape fitness, the inspirational energy of Asia and how the scene here compares to the US and Europe. GUEST RESOURCES MATTHEW ON LINKEDIN ESCAPE FITNESS ESCAPE YOUR LIMITS PODCAST RESOURCES JACK THOMAS ON LINKEDIN FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA WEBSITE FITNESS BUSINESS ASIA INSTAGRAM
2020-05-1334 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 124 - Sweat 2020: New audience, new opportunities.OK Boomer… Time to get fit! The Baby Boomers, ageing fitness, over 55s, the grey pound… Call it what you like, there's a sector of the fitness industry full of people that are underappreciated and underserviced. In this special episode of the Escape Your Limits, live from ukactive's Sweat 2020, we explore how to grow the industry, grow our engagement and grow old healthily. With so many opportunities within fitness – what are we missing? How can we provide the best fitness experience for us all as we age? Join Joan Murphy of FRAME and Kenny Butler of ukactive in con...
2020-03-0245 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 118 – Fitness technology: The most exciting products of CES for your wellbeing.Part two of our CES special from Las Vegas sees Matthew Januszek speaking to some of the most innovative and exciting exhibitors that are leading change in the fitness tech space. The entrepreneurs in this episode explain all about the pioneering technology that's helping with measuring fat, monitoring bodily metrics, embracing sexual wellbeing, improving mindfulness, embracing mindfulness and bringing effective strength training to your home. Watch the full episode on YouTube Crowdfunded through Indeigogo, Bello is a device for measuring belly fat to find out what's inside our bodies using light variations. The...
2020-01-221h 04
Fitness + Technology092 Matthew Januszek: Confessions of a Fitness Professional From CES 2020This week, on the Fitness + Technology podcast, host Bryan O'Rourke welcomes back Matthew Januszek from CES 2020 in Las Vegas. CES, the Consumer Electronic Show, is one of the largest exhibitions in the world attracting business leaders and pioneering thinkers to a forum where many industry's most relevant issues are addressed. Listeners will enjoy hearing Matthew's deeper insights from this experience and the great impact it had on his view from their previous interviews. One Powerful Quote: 7:07: "I think in the world of fitness just that the ability to kind of tailor information, support, guidance to yo...
2020-01-1748 min
Fitness + Technology091 Matthew Januszek: Why Trust is More Important Than TechThis week, on the Fitness + Technology podcast, host Bryan O'Rourke welcomes business owner and fellow podcaster, Matthew Januszek. Matthew is the co-founder of Escape Fitness, which specializes in functional training experiences, and leads his own podcast Escape Your Limits. His show along with the success of his business have made Matthew a highly regarded figure in the space. Listeners will enjoy Matthew's insights as he and Bryan discuss his background, technology adoption, and their overall thoughts on the industry. If you interested in hearing Matthew Januszek's podcast interview with Bryan on "Building Trust For the Future of F...
2020-01-1034 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp 114 - Looking back on 2019 and how to Escape Your Limits in 2020Host of the Escape Your Limits podcast, Matthew Januszek, takes a look back on the 12 months of 2019, identifying trends from every episode and how they'll make a difference in fitness. Whether it's finding what areas of the market are set to explode in the coming years from our guests' insight, or what you need to do in order to grow your business in any industry as an entrepreneur or business, this episode will set you up for 2020 and beyond. Watch the full episode on YouTube. Highlights – A look back...
2019-12-301h 06
The Project EGG Show: Entrepreneurs Gathering for Growth | Conversations That Change The World#238 - Matthew JanuszekFrom garage gym to global brand leader, Matthew Januszek is one of the fitness industry’s leading entrepreneurs.
Builder of multiple successful businesses in the UK, Germany, Poland and the United States, Matthew now sits on the board as a director of 3 companies.
He is the co-founder ofEscape Fitness and has grown the business from a house of brands to design cutting-edge functional fitness concepts, set trends in products, education and programming, and sustain ethical standards of manufacturing.
Working across the world with brands like UFC Gym, 1Rebel, Equinox, David Lloyd, Trib3, Third Space, 24 Hour Fitness, Hilton, Six Senses and many m...
2019-08-2149 min
Jazz ShapersEscape Fitness Training Gyms Co-Founder Matthew JanuszekMatthew Januszek on Jazz Shapers with Mishcon de Reya.
Jazz Shapers in association with Mishcon de Reya broadcasts every Saturday at 9am, with a repeat on Monday at 5am, just before the Business Breakfast.
Presented by broadcaster and Mishcon de Reya’s Director of Business Development Elliot Moss, Jazz Shapers shares music from the risk takers, leaders and influencers of jazz, soul and blues, alongside interviews with their equivalent in the business world: entrepreneurs who have defined and shaped business categories and ways of operating, defying convention and have gone on to achieve great success.
With more than 900 people, Mishcon de...
2019-05-2127 min
The Driven Entrepreneur with Matt BrauningMatthew Januszek $33 Million Fitness Brand Behind Equinox and the UFCEpisode #124 - Today, I am joined by Matthew Januszek, an entrepreneur in the health, wellness, and fitness space that turned his passion into a $33 million-dollar global business.
Since co-founding his business, Escape Fitness, Matthew has turned it into a global brand that has been chosen by major companies and independent fitness professionals, such as Equinox, 1Rebel, Sanctuary Fitness, and the UFC!
Matthew has continued to be a powerful advocate for functional training. His company's goal is to motivate and inspire people to get started and create exercise habits that last.
Matthew travels the...
2019-05-1745 min
The Jay Ferruggia ShowEscape Your Limits with Matthew JanuszekIf you’ve ever wanted to know what it takes to build an ultra-successful fitness business (or any business, for that matter) this episode is going to change the game for you. Matthew Januszek has been an entrepreneur for 25 years and he’s still going strong. He has built multiple successful businesses in UK, Germany, Poland and the United States. He’s the co-founder of Escape Fitness, which he has taken from a start up with minimal capital to a major international business chosen by premier fitness brands around the world. Escape...
2019-05-0359 minFuture of FitnessEntrepreneurial Success Habits & Sales Mindset - Matthew JanuszekMatthew Januszek is a health, wellness & fitness expert and entrepreneur that turned his passion into a $33 million-dollar global business. Since co-founding his business, Escape Fitness, he’s taken it to a $33 million-dollar global business that has been chosen by big brands and independent fitness professionals, such as the UFC, Equinox, 1Rebel, Sanctuary Fitness and more! Matthew has continued to be a powerful advocate for functional training. Their goal is to motivate and inspire people to get started and create exercise habits that last. Matthew travels the world, helping studios and gyms to turn their visions in...
2019-04-1749 min
Tough Decisions for EntrepreneursTD289: Building Up Own Brand in the Fitness Equipment Business with Matthew JanuszekDan and Dennae interview Matthew Januszek , Co Founder of Escape Fitness Equipment. Matthew, with a great passion for weight lifting, shares his journey from being a doorman to starting his own family business. Dive in as Matthew shares with us how exercise and a good diet can help when taking any decision and talks about how setting their own brand nearly ended up with their business and the importance of time when taking major decisions.
2019-04-0322 min
The Nick Symmonds ShowMatthew Januszek, Entrepreneur - Success Takes Time, Keep Going - 026"Most business is very similar to the growth of a flower, you put a lot of work in before you start to see the results."
Great Success Takes Time
An entrepreneur for 25 years. Builder of multiple successful businesses in the UK, Germany, Poland and the United States. Matthew now sits on the board as a director of five companies.
Co-founder of Escape Fitness, which he has taken from a start-up with minimal capital to a major International business chosen by premier fitness brands around the world, with growth across all markets including...
2019-01-2931 min
The Fit2Fat2Fit ExperienceEP179: Fun, Functional Fitness Training with Matthew JanuszekWith the rise of Crossfit, IRONMAN's and Tough Mudder's it's obvious unless you are a bodybuilder the need for single-muscle-focused gym equipment is not the future of fitness. Complete fitness transformations are designed to make your entire being agile and limber. Drew's guest, Matthew Januszek is the co-creator of Escape Fitness, a UK-based company that adds style and efficiency to functional fitness equipment. Their floorspace plans and fitness equipment re-designs make a gym environment fun and effective. My new book Complete Keto: A Guide for Transforming Your Body and Your Mind for Life is now a...
2019-01-2240 min
The Absolute Strength PodcastEp 191: Matthew Januszek on How he Created a $33 Million-dollar Fitness BusinessIn this episode, I sit down with fitness entrepreneur Matthew Januszek. Matthew is the co-founder of Escape Fitness, a company that sells functional fitness equipment to gyms all over the world. He built the business from his parent's garage to a 33 million dollar company with 100+ employees. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Hire Kyle as your coach: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/services/ Connect with Matthew: https://escapefitness.com/ Instagram: @matthewjanuszek Connect with Kyle: http://www.kylehuntfitness.com/ Instagram: @huntfitness You...
2019-01-111h 02
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp.62 - How to start a podcast: A look back on Escape Your LimitsHost of the Escape Your Limits podcast, Matthew Januszek, looks back on the year and gives valuable insight on how to start a podcast, how to overcome challenges, and how to always keep improving in anything you do. It's been an incredible first year for the Escape Your Limits podcast. Across 60 episodes, guests range from Mr Olympia bodybuilding legends and UFC fighters to exciting new fitness entrepreneurs and veterans of the industry. Thanks to you, we've clocked up well over one million minutes of viewing time on YouTube alone. This final episode of 2018 aims to...
2019-01-0737 min
CYOL with Jeremy Ryan Slate Archive 1503: How to Escape Your Limits | Matthew JanuszekMatthew Januszek is the host of the Escape Your Limits podcast. Since co-founding Escape Fitness, taking it to a $33 million-dollar global business chosen by big brands and independent fitness professionals, such as the UFC, Equinox, 1Rebel, Sanctuary Fitness and more, Matthew has continued to be a powerful advocate for functional training. Their goal is to motivate and inspire people to get started and create exercise habits that last. Matthew travels the world, helping studios and gyms to turn their visions into world-class fitness destinations and awesome training experiences. He has started five companies and sits on the...
2018-12-1134 minThe Jeremy Ryan Slate Show503: How to Escape Your Limits | Matthew JanuszekMatthew Januszek is the host of the Escape Your Limits podcast. Since co-founding Escape Fitness, taking it to a $33 million-dollar global business chosen by big brands and independent fitness professionals, such as the UFC, Equinox, 1Rebel, Sanctuary Fitness and more, Matthew has continued to be a powerful advocate for functional training. Their goal is to motivate and inspire people to get started and create exercise habits that last. Matthew travels the world, helping studios and gyms to turn their visions into world-class fitness destinations and awesome training experiences. He has started five companies and sits on the...
2018-12-1134 min
The Fitcarma PodcastFCM 040: How to Make Your Studio or Gym a DESTINATION with Matthew JanuszekWhen you open a business, you want it to be more than just a place to work out – you want it to be a destination: a place your community recognizes as the best of the best. So, what does it take to separate yourself from the rest to earn this title. My guest, Matthew […] The post FCM 040: How to Make Your Studio or Gym a DESTINATION with Matthew Januszek appeared first on Fitness Career Mastery.
2018-07-2053 min
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEp.12 - Matthew Januszek, Escape FitnessRob Moore brings the wisdom of entrepreneurs worldwide to his guests each week on The Disruptive Entrepreneur Podcast. Listen to the inspiring, interesting and at times counter-intuitive results when the disruptive entrepreneur interviews the Escape Your Limits host and Escape Fitness co-founder, Matthew Januszek. Sometimes falling is the best thing in the world that can happen to you. Just ask Escape Fitness co-founder Matthew Januszek who developed his interest in fitness at 15 and then clenched it that summer while housebound from a roller skating tumble left him watching 'Pumping Iron" on repeat. As a child of the 80...
2018-02-141h 25
Escape Your Limits & LIFTSEscape Your Limits Ep.6 - Gunnar Peterson, one of the most sought-after personal trainers in the world.Despite struggling with his weight as a child, Gunnar Peterson has turned it around in the biggest way possible to not only improve his own body, but to go on and keep Hollywood's health in check With his gym based in Beverly Hills, Gunnar has trained and worked out with everyone from celebrities such as the Kardashians and J-Lo to movie stars like Sylvester Stallone and Matthew McConaughey. Gunnar's also been vital to improving and extending the performance and careers of pro athletes in the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, boxing and more, all accompanied by...
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