Uplift Labs, co-founded by Sukemasa Kabayama, is breaking new ground in athlete performance and health using AI-powered movement analysis. Uplift's latest launch, the 'Uplift' app, uses a single iPhone camera to track and analyze user movements, making advanced technology previously reserved for professional athletes available to the everyday gym-goer.

The app provides personalized training programs through a generative AI coach, helping to enhance mobility and prevent injuries. With major backing from pro athletes like Renee Montgomery, Marc Gasol, and Seth Curry, Uplift aims to make AI-driven movement analysis accessible to all.

Sukemasa Kabayama, who formerly led Tesla Japan, combines his leadership experience with a passion for accessible sports technology, driving Uplift Labs’ impact in the fitness space. Uplift Labs is also kickstarting its next fundraising round starting October 1st, aiming to expand its innovative solutions further.

Chapters:

(01:40) - The Journey from Tech to Sports 

(04:43) - Identifying Market Opportunities and Pivots 

(08:20) - Building a Tech-Driven Solution for Sports 

(11:28) - Navigating Remote Work and Team Cohesion 

(13:22) - The Role of AI and Machine Learning in Sports 

(18:05) - Launch of UPLIFT’s New Products 

(21:45) - Future Trends in Sports Tech 

Sukemasa Kabayama: 

Website: https://www.uplift.ai/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sukemasa-kabayama/

Andrew Petcash:

🏠 Website: https://profluence.com

🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewpetcash

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/

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