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Bruce Smith is a lifelong entrepreneur, U.S. National Team Rowing Coach, and the visionary Founder & CEO of Hydrow, the Live Outdoor Reality rower.

Bruce’s goal for Hydrow is to make a positive impact through the sport of rowing, allowing people to feel more connected to one another, and live healthier lives on a daily basis.

In this episode of Just FlexIt™, Bruce Smith shares his background as an entrepreneur and his experience with Hydrow. From his earliest days going door to door with a painting service, to founding the innovative rower, Smith paints a picture of dedication, accountability, and creativity. 

Don’t miss this fantastic episode about Bruce’s journey with Hydrow and the evolution of the rowing industry.

Three Sets: 

💪   Bruce Smith is a U.S. National Team Rowing Coach and Head of the Charles Regatta winner

💪 Smith coached the U.S. Lightweight Eight to a Bronze medal at the 2015 World Rowing Championships

💪  According to Bruce, “Rowing is the most efficient and fun way to get exercise. You use 86% of your muscles. It’s 70% cardio, 30% strength, and has no joint impact.”

Host: Austin Cohen (FlexIt Founder & CEO) and Justin Turetsky (Founding Team & COO)

Guests: Bruce Smith 

Producer: Eddie Sanchez 

Sebastien Lagree is a revolutionary fitness professional who is highly respected across the industry. Lagree, the Inventor, Founder, and CEO of Lagree Fitness, developed the Proformer to be paired with his method in 2006. Since then, Lagree has invented the Megaformer, the Supra, the EVO, and the EVO II.

Lagree is the only person in the United States to hold patents on fitness equipment and a fitness method, currently holds 135+ patents, and has over 500 studios across 30 countries. 

In this episode of Just FlexIt™, Sebastien Lagree takes us on a journey throughout his career. From his earliest days diving into fitness, to launching his brand, and the rapid expansion he continues to follow, Lagree paints a picture of innovation, dedication, and accountability. 

Don’t miss another fantastic episode about Sebastien’s esteemed career and the evolution of the fitness industry.

Three Sets: 

💪   Sebastien Lagree started his own fitness method in 1998 and opened my first fitness studio in 2001, but does not refer to his method as “Lagree” until 2011-2012

💪  In 2019, Lagree completed his feature-length documentary, "The Future of Fitness"

💪  Sebastien is known for his work with celebrities including Meghan Markle, Michelle Obama, and Jennifer Aniston

Host: Austin Cohen (FlexIt Founder & CEO) and Justin Turetsky (Founding Team & COO)

Guests: Sebastien Lagree 

Producer: Eddie Sanchez 

James Scott 

Another amazing episode of Just FlexIt™ is live! Justin Turetsky was joined by James Scott, one of the most respected trainers in professional basketball. His basketball training career began with the Houston Rockets, where he eventually worked for Yao Ming’s Shanghai Sharks. Today, oversees the fitness regimen of Jimmy Butler, the “Fittest Man in the NBA” (Men’s Health), who is having an incredible run in the 2023 NBA playoffs. Don’t miss a fantastic episode where Justin and James discuss the motivation and dedication necessary for James’ successful career. Listen to the episode via the link below! Don’t forget to like, subscribe and rate Just FlexIt™.

Another amazing episode of Just FlexIt™ is live! Austin Cohen and Justin Turetsky were joined by Amanda Freeman, Founder and CEO of SLT and Co-founder and CEO Stretch*d. Amanda is a trailblazer in the health and wellness space and has spent the past 17 years of her career building brands that have revolutionized the fitness industry. 

Amanda began her career in NYC as a trend forecaster, conducting various types of market research and consulting with companies targeting the youth generations regarding the Macro and Micro trends affecting their consumers. In 2007, Amanda co-founded Vital Juice, a health and wellness daily email that delivered the latest in fitness, nutrition, beauty, and wellness. 

In 2011, she founded SLT, a result’s oriented workout that ties together cardio, strength training, and the most challenging elements of Pilates – making it your all in one workout. In 2018, Amanda co-founded Stretch*d, a one-on-one assisted stretch studio that offers both in-studio, at-home, and virtual stretch sessions with Stretch*d Method experts. 

Don’t miss a fantastic episode where the guys discuss Amanda’s incredible career journey and learn more about her entrepreneurial spirit!

Three Reps:
🏋️‍♀️  Amanda launched her career in the health and wellness industry upon co-founding Vital Juice in 2007, a health and wellness daily email that delivered the latest in fitness, nutrition, beauty, and wellness. 

🏋️‍♀️  Amanda founded SLT in 2011, a result’s oriented workout that ties together cardio, strength training, and the most challenging elements of Pilates – making it your all in one workout

🏋️‍♀️  Amanda co-founded Stretch*d in 2018, after having an "aha" moment that “people don’t like to self-stretch, but love when a professional stretches them out”

Next Up:

[0:55] - Where did Amanda’s entrepreneurial spirit come from?

[2:55] - Amanda’s first fitness concept: The Experience Club

[5:43] - The evolution of SLT and Stretch*d

[8:18] - How Amanda got into boutique fitness

[14:26] - The first ever SLT class

[19:00] - The birth of Stretch*d

[30:55] - Amanda’s experience as an investor

[32:55] - How Amanda allocates time between SLT, Stretch*d, investing, and her personal life

[35:50] - Navigating through COVID-19

[39:45] - What’s next? Plans for 2023 and beyond

Hosts: Austin Cohen (Founder & CEO) and Justin Turetsky (Founding Team & COO)

Guest: Amanda Freeman

Producer: FlexIt

Another amazing episode of Just FlexIt™ is live! Austin Cohen and Justin Turetsky were joined by Michael Tannenbaum for a Fintech Special. Michael is the Chief Operating Officer of Brex. He joined the Founding Team in 2017 and has been instrumental to Brex’s meteoric rise within the industry. 

Before Brex, Michael served numerous roles, including Chief Revenue Officer, with SoFi, the online lender. He has been regarded by numerous publications and has a special relationship with the FlexIt leadership team as former fraternity brothers. 

Don’t miss a fantastic episode where the guys discuss Michael’s esteemed career and the evolution of the FinTech industry.

Three Accounts:
💻  Michael Tannenbaum was promoted six times in three-and-a-half years at SoFi, eventually earning the role of Chief Revenue Officer. 

💻  As the former VP of Finance, Tannenbaum negotiated Softbank’s record-breaking $1 billion Series E investment. 

💻  Michael’s awards include being featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 Finance in 2016, as well as SF Business Times 40 Under 40 in 2017. 

Next Up:

[2:05] - How the guys met

[3:10] - What pulled Michael into FinTech (from banking originally) 

[4:22] - What drew you to SoFi as a huge opportunity 

[5:55] - What is Michael's diligence process for assessing career opportunities 

[7:35] - Process for maneuvering throughout his career 

[10:44] - Growth opportunities and interview judgments 

[13:54] - What Brex is, their mission and values, and Michael’s journey 

[16:14] - Common denominators between SoFi and Brex 

[19:49] - Motivation to start fresh with a company after growing with an early-stage company 

[23:18] - Future as a Founder? 

[28:57] - SoFi IPO, and IPO as a measure of success 

[30:28] - Angel investing and Michael’s process 

[33:01] - Evolution of FinTech 

[38:01] - Final thoughts 

Host: Austin Cohen (FlexIt Founder & CEO) & Justin Turetsky (Founding Team & COO)

Guest: Michael Tannenbaum 

Producer: Eddie Sanchez 

Just FlexIt™ is back with another amazing episode! Austin Cohen and Justin Turetsky were joined by Jason ‘The Jet’ Terry for his second appearance. When Terry last visited Just FlexIt™, he shared insight into his mindset as a nineteen-year NBA veteran and Champion, and details about his head coaching role with Denver Nuggets G League affiliate, the Grand Rapids Gold. 

Much has changed since then! Jason Terry is now an Assistant Coach for the Utah Jazz! In this episode, Jason Terry shares intimate details about Utah’s success so far this season, and about his impact as an Assistant Coach in the NBA. 

Don’t miss this episode to learn more about the NBA legend. 

Fast Break:
 
🏀  Jason Terry is an NBA Champion (2011 Dallas Mavericks), and former 6th Man of the Year winner (2009 Dallas Mavericks) 

🏀  Terry is a former NCAA Champion (1997 Arizona Wildcats), and former PAC10 Player of the Year (1999) 

🏀  Jason Terry earned a 17-15 record during his lone season as Head Coach for the Grand Rapids Gold 

Next Up:

[1:57] - FlexIt has a new team to root for (Utah Jazz)  

[3:32] - How Jason Terry weighed his options for his next role  

[7:37] - Jason Terry’s role with FlexIt 

[8:55] - How the move to Utah has been personally 

[11:30] - Impact of losing Donovan Mitchell and going into the season 

[15:27] - Makeup of the team and coaching staff 

[16:16] - What does an Assistant Coach do?

[21:49] - Makeup of a game day 

[27:52} - What pressure is like in the NBA 

[30:09] - Whispering in the NBA and a fun personal story 

[35:10] - Jason Terry’s impact as an individual and how he roots for teams 

[36:38] - NBA attire 

[38:49] - Pandemic and Sports 

[40:42] - Last thought

Host: Austin Cohen (FlexIt Founder & CEO) & Justin Turetsky (Founding Team & COO) 

Guest: Jason ‘The Jet’ Terry 

Producer: Eddie Sanchez 

An extraordinary episode of Just FlexIt™ has hit the airwaves! Austin Cohen was joined by Professor Olivier Toubia, PH. D., and Professor Melanie Brucks, PH. D. at the Columbia Business School recording studio to take part in an engaging and informative conversation about their respective research processes, and topics like communication and behavior. 

Both of these individuals hold great meaning to FlexIt, and Austin specifically,  as past instructors of his at Columbia Business School. FlexIt has collaborated with Professor Melanie and Professor Oliver on numerous projects centered around FlexIt’s inception, brand refocusing, and growth.

Class in Session:

🏫 Professor Olivier Toubia, Ph.D. is the Glaubinger Professor of Business at Columbia Business School.

🏫 Professor Toubia has won several awards, including the John Little award (twice), the Bass award, the John A. Howard award, and the Don Lehmann award.

🏫 Professor Melanie Brucks, PH. D. is the Assistant Professor of Marketing at Columbia Business School.

🏫 Professor Brucks, PH. D. received her Ph.D. from Stanford Graduate School of Business!

Next Up:

[2:16] - Respective Professor Backgrounds 

[6:46] - Respective Research Processes 

[17:09] - Negative of Eye Contact in Relation to Virtual Communication/Work

[19:49] - Relating Professor Brucks’ Research to FlexIt 

[29:54] - How Harvard Business Review is Used by Professor Toubia 

[33:04] - Peer Review Process and How This Ties to FlexIt 

[42:31] - What’s Next? 

Host: Austin Cohen (FlexIt Founder & CEO)

Guest: Professor Olivier Toubia, PH. D. & Professor Melanie Brucks, PH. D.

Producer: Eddie Sanchez 

Skyler Cohen is a close friend of the FlexIt community, and has nearly seven years of experience in the healthcare industry, across multiple verticals. This career has inspired Skyler to further pursue the business side of the healthcare industry, specifically in health tech. 

In the latest episode of Just FlexIt™, Skyler touches on the importance of telehealth and relates the industry to FlexIt’s platform. Skyler also provides a touching look into her upcoming journey post-graduation from Columbia Business School. 

💼 Despite being months away from graduating from Columbia Business School for her MBA, Skyler is already designated as a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Registered Nurse (RN). 

💼 Before enrolling in Columbia Business School, Skyler Cohen previously earned her attended the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her two other degrees. 

💼 Skyler has volunteered for the National Psoriasis Foundation, for ten years. 

Host: Justin Turetsky (Founding Team & COO) 

Guest: Skyler Cohen

Producer: Eddie Sanchez 

Alicia Lewis Vice President of Commercial Sales for Therabody (formally known as Theragun), and a great friend of the FlexIt community. Before this role, Alicia last served as the Director of National Accounts for Styku, the leading 3D Body Scanner company. 

Alicia is an instrumental member contributing to the growth of Therabody, and is very excited for the huge year ahead! 

On the Schedule: 

💼 Before entering the health & wellness industry, Alicia worked in hospitality for nearly a decade! 

💼 Alicia’s experience in the hospitality industry was instrumental in closing deals between Therabody, and hospitality players like Marriott. 

💼 Therabody has ranked #5 in Fast Company’s top 10 most innovative wellness companies!

Host: Austin Cohen (FlexIt Founder & CEO) and Justin Turetsky (Founding Team & COO) 

Guest: Alicia Lewis

Producer: Eddie Sanchez 

Check out the full episode with Alicia Lewis below! 

Alexis Wolfe is a dating guru and the Founder of NYCDATENITE. NYCDATENITE is a trendy source for places to take your date, while also serving as a guide to enjoying a night out with friends, and everything in between.

She uses her since expanded to use her expertise to help her audience navigate through the dating world. In April 2022, Alexis launched DATENITE, where she dives into her personal dating experiences, and answers dating questions that all can enjoy. 

In the latest episode of Just FlexIt™, Alexis Wolfe shares how she got NYCDATENITE and DATENITE started. She also shares her love for fitness, and how FlexIt helps her stay accountable. 

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📱At the start of her career as an influencer, Alexis Wolfe moonlighted as a preschool teacher! 🍎

📱On Instagram, NYCDATENITE has over 84,000 followers! 😮

📱 Check out NYCEDATENITE for fantastic food recommendations, her ‘favorites,’ and her blog. 📝


Host: Justin Turetsky (Founding Team & COO) & Sydney Dymond 

Guest: Alexis Wolfe

Producer: Eddie Sanchez