The Future of Fitness

Happy Thursday, Zapien! 👋

Ever wondered how Olympic athletes stay in peak shape long after their gold medal days? This week, we’ve got the inside scoop from one—Moritz Fürste, the hockey legend turned co-founder of the hyped fitness race, HYROX. Plus, our community is buzzing with health hacks, from sleep-tracking secrets to the ultimate protein bar comparison. Ready to unlock your own potential? Let’s dive in!

Forever,
Karol, Martin, Simon & Andy

This week’s highlights

➤ Founder Interview: Moritz Fürste, Co-Founder of HYROX
In this Founder Interview, Moritz Fürste discusses his transition from being an Olympic gold medal hockey player to co-founding the indoor fitness race HYROX.

➤ WhatsApp Community Highlights
Discussions covered Whoop AI for sleep tracking, supplement effectiveness without blood tests, protein bar alternatives, ergonomic fitness gear, red light therapy, and health tech investments for longevity.

➤ Community Health Stack
Featuring Marius Klages, a healthcare entrepreneur and sports enthusiast, detailing his workout routine, dietary habits, and favorite health gadgets.

➤ This Week’s Top 10 Trending Brands:
The 10 most reviewed and trusted brands by the New Zapiens community.

Founder Interview: Moritz Fürste, Co-Founder of HYROX

In our Founder Interview series, we showcase the brightest minds in preventive health, wellness, and longevity. In episode 2, we introduce Moritz Fürste, Co-Founder of the indoor fitness race HYROX.

Tell us a little about yourself and your current venture

I am Moritz Fürste, one of the co-founders of HYROX. In my first life, I was a hockey player; I played for the German national team for a long time and participated in three Olympic Games. That was my first life, as I sometimes say. I had a long and intense career in competitive sports and was able to gain many valuable experiences, both athletically and personally. Sport has always shaped me, but after my active career, the question arose: What now? In 2017, we founded HYROX, and since then, it has been my focus. We wanted to offer people who regularly go to the gym a new challenge – a kind of sporting goal that goes beyond mere training. Our vision is to establish Fitness Racing as a global sport vertical. A lot has happened in recent years, and more and more people are getting excited about this sport.  

How do you manage to balance your business and your personal health as a founder and entrepreneur?

Yes, I believe that largely depends on the job. For me, extrinsic motivation plays a big role. Through my profession, I am surrounded every day by movement, fitness, and people who train. That motivates me tremendously! In our team, we often train together – whether it’s swimming during the lunch break or a short gym session after work. I notice that this social input helps to keep me going.

WhatsApp Community Highlights

Wearable technology and supplements

Discussion on the effectiveness and practicality of gadgets like Whoop AI in everyday life was initiated, focusing on how sleep deficit is measured.

The group also discussed the challenge of evaluating supplements without blood tests, emphasizing the need for proven effectiveness and cleanliness.

A suggestion was made to provide detailed feedback on products' effectiveness, actions taken based on insights, and observed changes.

Fabian inquired about Nurosym for stress/anxiety, sparking interest for further insights from the group.

Review systems and product ratings

There was a clarification on how review ratings are calculated, including the duration of product use and expert knowledge.

A Bayesian average calculation will be implemented to ensure fair ratings by balancing scores between newer brands with fewer reviews and established brands with a larger review base.

Fabian suggested including the duration of use in the rating system, which was positively received.

The importance of weighing newer vs. older ratings was highlighted to improve the review system.

Health and nutrition

A lively discussion on protein bars in Germany explored options like EVO and Foodspring, focusing on protein content and ingredient quality.

Alternative protein sources like salmon and granular cheese were recommended over protein bars for nutritional benefits.

The Yuka app was praised for helping users make better food choices, though its depth for longevity was questioned.

The conversation also touched on the availability and benefits of sprouted foods for digestion and nutrient bioavailability.

Fitness equipment and ergonomics

A member sought recommendations for an ergometer for post-birth workouts, emphasizing the need for simplicity and smooth operation.

Suggestions included the Wahoo Kickr Bike, noted for its durability despite being considered overly sophisticated by some.

The importance of choosing ergonomic and user-friendly equipment was underlined for effective fitness routines.

The group shared experiences with various equipment brands, highlighting personal preferences and performance.

Technological innovations and investments

A member planned to purchase full-body red light LED panels, offering others in Berlin a chance to join for reduced shipping costs.

The benefits of LED over incandescent light were questioned, inviting further discussion on technological advantages.

Elon Musk was humorously mentioned in relation to investing in Kernel Flow, sparking discussions on tech investments.

The group explored the potential health benefits of new technology, emphasizing informed decision-making before purchase.

Community Health Stack

Marius Klages

Healthcare entrepreneur; sports enthusiast transitioning from beach volleyball to triathlon

Member Stats

• Level 1
• 575 Points
• 6 Reviews

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Marius Health Routine

Morning
• Wake up 6:30am
• Nasal shower
• Inhale (10 minutes)
• 1hr exercise (running, swimming, cycling, HIIT, gym depending on training plan)
• Take: magnesium, protein, omega 3, vitamin b, jod, cink (1/week 2 drops of vitamin D, 10k units with olive oil)
• Overnight oats (vegan, various nuts & fruits, kurkuma, ginger, cinnamon, chia, oats)
• Start work 8am

Lunch, Afternoon, Evening
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