Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 485
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 4.9/5.0
Estimated listeners: 1k-10k
Gender skew: Neutral
Location: USA
YouTube: 112.0k subscribers
Instagram: 22.0k followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
podcast@escapefitness.com
wendy.de.knoop@escapefitness.com
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Host
Matthew Januszek - Matthew Januszek is co-founder of Escape Fitness and a host focused on fitness-industry leadership, business, and success.
Mohammed Iqbal - Mohammed Iqbal is associated with SweatWorks and co-hosts discussions on fitness-industry trends, technology, and business strategy.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Maria Gonzalez - Latin American Fitness Markets, Gym Growth, Independent Operators, Community, And The High-value Low-price Model
Natalia Karbasova - Fittech Startups, Innovation, Investment Trends, And Emerging Health And Fitness Technologies
Pete Moore - The HALO Sector, Cross-industry Partnerships, And The Broader Health And Wellness Economy
Warren Heffelfinger - Fitness Education, Trainer Development, Soft Skills, Coaching, And Artificial Intelligence
Lauren Maffei - Strategic Partnerships, Member Loyalty, Brand Expansion, And New Revenue Opportunities
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Episodes
LIFTS Episode 137 – The Future of Fitness Won't Be Built Around Equipment | Andy Peat
August 17, 2026
Welcome to another episode of LIFTS, where we explore the future of fitness, wellness and human performance. In this episode, hosts Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal are joined by Andy Peat, CEO of Fitness On Demand and Chief Brand & Product Officer at Snap Fitness. The future of the gym isn't just about adding more equipment. As consumer expectations change, operators are increasingly looking at how technology, content, AI and personalisation can create better experiences and stronger conn...
LIFTS Episode 136 – The Man Who Built Boutique Fitness Reveals What's Next | Anthony Geisler
August 09, 2026
Welcome to another episode of LIFTS, where we explore the future of fitness, wellness and human performance. In this episode, hosts Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal are joined by Anthony Geisler, CEO of Sequel Brands and one of the most influential entrepreneurs in the fitness industry. From helping pioneer the boutique fitness movement to building and scaling some of the industry's most recognised brands, Anthony has spent more than two decades shaping the way people experience fitness. B...
LIFTS Episode 135 – Inside SWTHZ: Building the Starbucks of Contrast Therapy | Nico Varano
August 02, 2026
Welcome to another episode of LIFTS, where we explore the future of fitness, wellness and human performance. In this episode, hosts Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal are joined by Nico Varano, CEO of SWTHZ, one of North America's fastest-growing recovery and wellness brands. Recovery has become one of the biggest growth opportunities in health and fitness, with consumers increasingly seeking experiences that help them reduce stress, improve performance and build healthier habits. But what d...
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