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LIFTS Episode 104 - Fitness Predictions: Reviewing 2025 & Forecasting 2026 | with Anthony Vennare of Fitt Insider

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Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S, your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories.

In this annual predictions special, hosts Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal are joined by Anthony Vennare, co-founder of Fit Insider, to review how their 2025 fitness predictions performed and to forecast what's coming in 2026.

Key topics covered:

• Which 2025 fitness and wellness predictions actually came true.
• Why wearables and biometrics are becoming mainstream tools.
• The rise of GLP-1 drugs and their industry-wide impact.
• Why AI fitness apps may be heading toward a shakeout.
• How local, premium wellness concepts are outperforming big brands.
• Why strength training continues to dominate global fitness trends.
• The shift from aesthetics to holistic health and longevity.
• What 2026 holds for fitness, tech, and consumer behavior.

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https://insider.fitt.co/

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0:00 – Introduction & 2025 Prediction Scores

Published on 1 week, 4 days ago