In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, host Jake Jaworski interviews Matt Moore, a product manager at Major Fitness. Matt shares his journey from sports and fitness to working in China, where he transitioned from teaching English to a career in mobile gaming and eventually to fitness equipment. He discusses his passion for strongman competitions, the differences between strongman events in China and the US, and how Major Fitness is positioning itself in the home gym market. The conversation delves into the importance of quality over budget, the company's focus on innovation, and the future of weight resistance technology. Matt emphasizes the significance of user experience and the need for home gym equipment to be both functional and appealing to encourage fitness enthusiasts to stay active.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Matt Moore and His Fitness Journey
• 02:42 Transitioning to Strongman Training
• 06:04 Strongman Competitions in China vs. the US
• 08:52 Matt's Competitive Aspirations in Strongman
• 11:53 Joining Major Fitness: Initial Impressions
• 14:39 Product Development and Design Philosophy at Major Fitness
• 17:48 Major Fitness's Position in the Home Gym Market
• 25:31 Building Trust in Home Gym Equipment
• 27:41 Navigating Chinese Manufacturing and Sourcing
• 30:35 Protecting Intellectual Property in Manufacturing
• 32:03 Innovation and Product Development at Major Fitness
• 38:43 The Future of Weight Resistance Technology
• 44:13 Connecting with Customers Through Live Events
• 46:34 Encouraging Home Gym Usage for Health