Episode 135: Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer: CEO of EGYM – Why 80% of Gyms Don’t Work from EU-Startups Podcast

In this episode of the EU-Startups Podcast, Marcin Lewandowski sits down with Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer, Founder & CEO of EGYM, the German fitness tech unicorn transforming how the world approaches health.

EGYM’s mission is simple yet bold: make fitness accessible to everyone. By rethinking the traditional gym experience and integrating fitness into healthcare, EGYM is pioneering a shift from repair to prevention.

We dive into:

– Why 80% of gym-goers don’t actually benefit from their workouts

– The role of strength training in longevity and healthy living

– How technology personalizes and enhances fitness journeys

– What Europe can learn from the US (and vice versa) about health and fitness

– Philipp’s bold vision for the future of EGYM and preventative healthcare

Takeaways:

– EGYM’s mission is to make fitness accessible for all, not just the motivated 20%.

– Traditional gyms fail because most members don’t get real results.

– Strength training is one of the biggest unlocks for longevity.

– Integrating fitness into healthcare lowers costs and saves lives.

– Technology can personalize workouts, making prevention more engaging.

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