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Health & Longevity Studio

Health & Longevity Studio

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Longevity science is going mainstream, and members want access to more than just workouts. We’ll explore how fitness brands are commercialising lab-backed tools like VO2 max testing, biological age tracking, hormone and metabolic panels, hyper-personalised recovery, and functional movement diagnostics to deliver on healthspan promises. Walk away with the playbook to package, price, and position these offerings for long-term loyalty and premium revenue.

Author:

Jeff Zwiefel

Executive Director
Life Time MIORA Longevity & Performance

Jeff Zwiefel is the former President and Chief Operating Officer of Life Time, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s evolution over more than two decades. A nearly 40-year veteran in the fitness and wellness industry, Jeff has led large-scale operations and strategic growth initiatives that have helped redefine how health clubs deliver value to their members.

Now, Jeff is channeling his deep expertise and personal passion into the rapidly emerging field of longevity and healthy aging. He is currently partnering with Life Time to lead the development of MIORA — Longevity and Performance, a groundbreaking, science-backed program designed to optimize healthy aging through personalized, clinical-grade interventions.

MIORA represents the next frontier in Life Time’s ongoing mission to deliver a Healthy Way of Life. Building on the company’s 30+ years of leadership in fitness, nutrition, and wellness, MIORA brings together advanced diagnostics, hormone optimization, and performance-based lifestyle programming to empower individuals to live longer, healthier, and more vibrant lives.

https://www.Jeffzwiefel.com

https://www.podcastcollective.io/jeff-zwiefel-media-kit

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Jeff Zwiefel

Executive Director
Life Time MIORA Longevity & Performance

Jeff Zwiefel is the former President and Chief Operating Officer of Life Time, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s evolution over more than two decades. A nearly 40-year veteran in the fitness and wellness industry, Jeff has led large-scale operations and strategic growth initiatives that have helped redefine how health clubs deliver value to their members.

Now, Jeff is channeling his deep expertise and personal passion into the rapidly emerging field of longevity and healthy aging. He is currently partnering with Life Time to lead the development of MIORA — Longevity and Performance, a groundbreaking, science-backed program designed to optimize healthy aging through personalized, clinical-grade interventions.

MIORA represents the next frontier in Life Time’s ongoing mission to deliver a Healthy Way of Life. Building on the company’s 30+ years of leadership in fitness, nutrition, and wellness, MIORA brings together advanced diagnostics, hormone optimization, and performance-based lifestyle programming to empower individuals to live longer, healthier, and more vibrant lives.

https://www.Jeffzwiefel.com

https://www.podcastcollective.io/jeff-zwiefel-media-kit

Author:

Vanessa M Chu

Co-Founder, Func Fit, Executive Advisor
Extension Health
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Vanessa M Chu

Co-Founder, Func Fit, Executive Advisor
Extension Health

Author:

Dean Kelly

Co-CEO
Extension Health

Dean is a successful entrepreneur based in New York where he is focused on both operating and investing in the Health/Wellness and Longevity space.  He is currently the  Co-CEO at Extension Health, a premium advanced longevity clinic based in New York. Dean is an active board member of YPO Metro New York and also sits on the Global Health and Wellness board of YPO with a focus on healthy aging. He is also a Venture Partner at Pari Passu Venture Partners, a VC focused on early and growth stage investments in Health and Wellness, AI, Defence and consumer tech. Prior to that, he was the CEO of Gainful which is the US's leading personalized nutrition platform and now sits as an advisor to the board.  Previously Dean was on the executive team at Zola and earlier  ran the $400m+ pet supplies category across the US for all of Walmart's ecommerce channels after Walmart acquired Jet where Dean was an early GM. He has co-founded three global start up companies (HeyLets, Zanui (acquired) and Orbirental (acquired)), and is an active angel investor with over 25 investments across Health and Wellness, Ai, CPG, Consumer Tech, Longevity, Healthtech, Defence and SAAS.  After completing both a Finance and Law Degree at UNSW, he began his career as a Senior Strategy Associate at Booz and Company, was the Head of Strategy at Football Federation Australia, and the Corporate Development and Strategic Partnerships Manager in Malawi at the William J Clinton Foundation

 

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Dean Kelly

Co-CEO
Extension Health

Dean is a successful entrepreneur based in New York where he is focused on both operating and investing in the Health/Wellness and Longevity space.  He is currently the  Co-CEO at Extension Health, a premium advanced longevity clinic based in New York. Dean is an active board member of YPO Metro New York and also sits on the Global Health and Wellness board of YPO with a focus on healthy aging. He is also a Venture Partner at Pari Passu Venture Partners, a VC focused on early and growth stage investments in Health and Wellness, AI, Defence and consumer tech. Prior to that, he was the CEO of Gainful which is the US's leading personalized nutrition platform and now sits as an advisor to the board.  Previously Dean was on the executive team at Zola and earlier  ran the $400m+ pet supplies category across the US for all of Walmart's ecommerce channels after Walmart acquired Jet where Dean was an early GM. He has co-founded three global start up companies (HeyLets, Zanui (acquired) and Orbirental (acquired)), and is an active angel investor with over 25 investments across Health and Wellness, Ai, CPG, Consumer Tech, Longevity, Healthtech, Defence and SAAS.  After completing both a Finance and Law Degree at UNSW, he began his career as a Senior Strategy Associate at Booz and Company, was the Head of Strategy at Football Federation Australia, and the Corporate Development and Strategic Partnerships Manager in Malawi at the William J Clinton Foundation

 

  • Roundtable 1: Competing on Experience: How Digital Innovation Drives Loyalty, Efficiency, and Growth — Hosted by Igor Epshteyn, CEO & President, Coherent Solutions Inc

  • Roundtable 2: Movement is Medicine: Exercise Strategies for Healthy Aging with Mayo Clinic — Hosted by Dr. Ed Laskowski, Professor, Department of PM&R and Division of Sports Medicine, Mayo Clinic

  • Roundtable 3: The 2026 Blueprint: Future-Proofing Your Fitness Services for Higher Retention & Revenue — Hosted by Mike Fantigrassi, Head of Product, National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

Author:

Dr. Ed Laskowski

Professor, Department of PM&R and Division of Sports Medicine
Mayo Clinic
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Dr. Ed Laskowski

Professor, Department of PM&R and Division of Sports Medicine
Mayo Clinic

Author:

Mike Fantigrassi

Head of Product
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

Mike Fantigrassi, MS, MBA, NASM-CPT, CES, PES, CNC, NSCA-CSCS, is a seasoned professional with over 30 years in the health and fitness industry. Throughout his extensive career, Mike has navigated roles ranging from personal trainer and fitness manager to pivotal leadership positions at the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Since 2010, he has dedicated his expertise to NASM, currently serving as the Head of Product.

Mike is recognized as a subject matter expert in fitness, wellness, and nutrition, and his insights have found their way into books, magazines, and various media outlets. Under his guidance, NASM has introduced numerous initiatives, including courses in wellness, nutrition, and physique enhancement. Mike holds a B.S. in Food and Nutrition from Florida State University and an M.S. in Exercise Science from PennWest University.

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Mike Fantigrassi

Head of Product
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

Mike Fantigrassi, MS, MBA, NASM-CPT, CES, PES, CNC, NSCA-CSCS, is a seasoned professional with over 30 years in the health and fitness industry. Throughout his extensive career, Mike has navigated roles ranging from personal trainer and fitness manager to pivotal leadership positions at the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Since 2010, he has dedicated his expertise to NASM, currently serving as the Head of Product.

Mike is recognized as a subject matter expert in fitness, wellness, and nutrition, and his insights have found their way into books, magazines, and various media outlets. Under his guidance, NASM has introduced numerous initiatives, including courses in wellness, nutrition, and physique enhancement. Mike holds a B.S. in Food and Nutrition from Florida State University and an M.S. in Exercise Science from PennWest University.

Author:

Igor Epshteyn

CEO & President
Coherent Solutions Inc
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Igor Epshteyn

CEO & President
Coherent Solutions Inc

Roundtable 1: Neuro-Fitness: Training the Brain Through Movement and Mindfulness

Roundtable 2: Precision Fuel: Biomarkers, AI & the Future of Nutrition Programming

Roundtable 3: Sleep as Strategy: Turning Sleep Data Into Fitness Results

Roundtable 4: Movement is Medicine: Exercise Strategies for Healthy Aging with Mayo Clinic

Roundtable 5: The 2026 Blueprint: Future-Proofing Your Fitness Services for Higher Retention & Revenue



Preventative Health
Longevity
Science-Backed Trends
Revenue Diversification

Author:

Dr. Ed Laskowski

Professor, Department of PM&R and Division of Sports Medicine
Mayo Clinic
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Dr. Ed Laskowski

Professor, Department of PM&R and Division of Sports Medicine
Mayo Clinic

Author:

Mike Fantigrassi

Head of Product
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

Mike Fantigrassi, MS, MBA, NASM-CPT, CES, PES, CNC, NSCA-CSCS, is a seasoned professional with over 30 years in the health and fitness industry. Throughout his extensive career, Mike has navigated roles ranging from personal trainer and fitness manager to pivotal leadership positions at the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Since 2010, he has dedicated his expertise to NASM, currently serving as the Head of Product.

Mike is recognized as a subject matter expert in fitness, wellness, and nutrition, and his insights have found their way into books, magazines, and various media outlets. Under his guidance, NASM has introduced numerous initiatives, including courses in wellness, nutrition, and physique enhancement. Mike holds a B.S. in Food and Nutrition from Florida State University and an M.S. in Exercise Science from PennWest University.

... read more

Mike Fantigrassi

Head of Product
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

Mike Fantigrassi, MS, MBA, NASM-CPT, CES, PES, CNC, NSCA-CSCS, is a seasoned professional with over 30 years in the health and fitness industry. Throughout his extensive career, Mike has navigated roles ranging from personal trainer and fitness manager to pivotal leadership positions at the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Since 2010, he has dedicated his expertise to NASM, currently serving as the Head of Product.

Mike is recognized as a subject matter expert in fitness, wellness, and nutrition, and his insights have found their way into books, magazines, and various media outlets. Under his guidance, NASM has introduced numerous initiatives, including courses in wellness, nutrition, and physique enhancement. Mike holds a B.S. in Food and Nutrition from Florida State University and an M.S. in Exercise Science from PennWest University.

Longevity science is going mainstream and members want access to more than just workouts. We’ll explore how fitness brands are commercializing lab-backed tools like VO2 max testing, biological age tracking, hormone and metabolic panels, hyper-personalized recovery, and functional movement diagnostics to deliver on healthspan promises. Walk away with the playbook to package, price, and position these offerings for long-term loyalty and premium revenue.

Preventative Health
Longevity
Science-Backed Trends
Revenue Diversification

Author:

Jeff Zwiefel

Executive Director
Life Time MIORA Longevity & Performance

Jeff Zwiefel is the former President and Chief Operating Officer of Life Time, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s evolution over more than two decades. A nearly 40-year veteran in the fitness and wellness industry, Jeff has led large-scale operations and strategic growth initiatives that have helped redefine how health clubs deliver value to their members.

Now, Jeff is channeling his deep expertise and personal passion into the rapidly emerging field of longevity and healthy aging. He is currently partnering with Life Time to lead the development of MIORA — Longevity and Performance, a groundbreaking, science-backed program designed to optimize healthy aging through personalized, clinical-grade interventions.

MIORA represents the next frontier in Life Time’s ongoing mission to deliver a Healthy Way of Life. Building on the company’s 30+ years of leadership in fitness, nutrition, and wellness, MIORA brings together advanced diagnostics, hormone optimization, and performance-based lifestyle programming to empower individuals to live longer, healthier, and more vibrant lives.

https://www.Jeffzwiefel.com

https://www.podcastcollective.io/jeff-zwiefel-media-kit

... read more

Jeff Zwiefel

Executive Director
Life Time MIORA Longevity & Performance

Jeff Zwiefel is the former President and Chief Operating Officer of Life Time, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s evolution over more than two decades. A nearly 40-year veteran in the fitness and wellness industry, Jeff has led large-scale operations and strategic growth initiatives that have helped redefine how health clubs deliver value to their members.

Now, Jeff is channeling his deep expertise and personal passion into the rapidly emerging field of longevity and healthy aging. He is currently partnering with Life Time to lead the development of MIORA — Longevity and Performance, a groundbreaking, science-backed program designed to optimize healthy aging through personalized, clinical-grade interventions.

MIORA represents the next frontier in Life Time’s ongoing mission to deliver a Healthy Way of Life. Building on the company’s 30+ years of leadership in fitness, nutrition, and wellness, MIORA brings together advanced diagnostics, hormone optimization, and performance-based lifestyle programming to empower individuals to live longer, healthier, and more vibrant lives.

https://www.Jeffzwiefel.com

https://www.podcastcollective.io/jeff-zwiefel-media-kit

Author:

Dr. Mark Kovacs

(former) Vice President of Health & Performance
Canyon Ranch

Dr. Mark Kovacs is a leader in the human performance, wellness & longevity fields. He previously served in senior executive roles at Canyon Ranch, Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA), Pepsico, Gatorade and the United States Tennis Association. He played a key role in developing next-generation solutions in longevity programming, biometric monitoring, predictive recovery and nutritional product development through science and education. He is recognized globally for his work at the intersection of human performance, wellness, sports, technology, and longevity. A former NCAA champion athlete and professional tennis player, he has worked with some of the top companies, brands athletes and executives with the goal of maximizing human performance. Dr. Kovacs advises Fortune 500 leaders, elite athletes, and organizations worldwide on durability, connected health, wellness, health and longevity infrastructure, equipment and facilities planning and design.

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Dr. Mark Kovacs

(former) Vice President of Health & Performance
Canyon Ranch

Dr. Mark Kovacs is a leader in the human performance, wellness & longevity fields. He previously served in senior executive roles at Canyon Ranch, Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA), Pepsico, Gatorade and the United States Tennis Association. He played a key role in developing next-generation solutions in longevity programming, biometric monitoring, predictive recovery and nutritional product development through science and education. He is recognized globally for his work at the intersection of human performance, wellness, sports, technology, and longevity. A former NCAA champion athlete and professional tennis player, he has worked with some of the top companies, brands athletes and executives with the goal of maximizing human performance. Dr. Kovacs advises Fortune 500 leaders, elite athletes, and organizations worldwide on durability, connected health, wellness, health and longevity infrastructure, equipment and facilities planning and design.

Author:

Vanessa M Chu

Co-Founder, Func Fit, Executive Advisor
Extension Health
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Vanessa M Chu

Co-Founder, Func Fit, Executive Advisor
Extension Health

Fitness spaces are evolving into full-service health hubs, blending movement, recovery, diagnostics, and mental wellness under one roof. This session explores how forward-thinking operators are integrating with healthcare, insurers, and digital health platforms to deliver measurable outcomes and extend healthspan. Walk away with the strategy to reposition your offering as essential infrastructure in the new well-care economy.

Preventative Health
Longevity
Science-Backed Trends

Author:

Dr. Gloria Winters

Chief Health Officer
YMCA
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Dr. Gloria Winters

Chief Health Officer
YMCA

Author:

Gil Spitz

Exercise Physiologist
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
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Gil Spitz

Exercise Physiologist
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center

Author:

Dr. Jessica Ruff

Section Head, Center for Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine
Cleveland Clinic

Dr. Jessica Ruff is a triple board-certified physician in Clinical Informatics, Preventive Medicine & Public Health, and Lifestyle Medicine. She serves as IT Medical Director for Patient Journey at Cleveland Clinic, where she leads digital health innovation to enhance patient engagement and optimize clinical workflows. Her work spans MyChart optimization, population health tools, and enterprise access initiatives—integrating clinical insight with informatics strategy to deliver meaningful, tech-enabled care.

Dr. Jessica Ruff is a triple board-certified physician in Clinical Informatics, Preventive Medicine & Public Health, and Lifestyle Medicine. She serves as IT Medical Director for Patient Journey at Cleveland Clinic, where she leads digital health innovation to enhance patient engagement and optimize clinical workflows. Her work spans MyChart optimization, population health tools, and enterprise access initiatives—integrating clinical insight with informatics strategy to deliver meaningful, tech-enabled care.

As Section Head for the Center for Integrative & Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Ruff leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping patients prevent and reverse chronic disease through evidence-based lifestyle and integrative therapies. She is deeply committed to advancing whole-person care and is constantly exploring how connected technologies can expand access, personalize treatment, and drive sustained behavior change.

A recognized educator and thought leader, Dr. Ruff enjoys speaks on the convergence of digital health, clinical operations, and lifestyle-driven care models—bringing a unique lens that blends medical, ethical, and public health perspectives to the future of healthcare.

 

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Dr. Jessica Ruff

Section Head, Center for Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine
Cleveland Clinic

Dr. Jessica Ruff is a triple board-certified physician in Clinical Informatics, Preventive Medicine & Public Health, and Lifestyle Medicine. She serves as IT Medical Director for Patient Journey at Cleveland Clinic, where she leads digital health innovation to enhance patient engagement and optimize clinical workflows. Her work spans MyChart optimization, population health tools, and enterprise access initiatives—integrating clinical insight with informatics strategy to deliver meaningful, tech-enabled care.

Dr. Jessica Ruff is a triple board-certified physician in Clinical Informatics, Preventive Medicine & Public Health, and Lifestyle Medicine. She serves as IT Medical Director for Patient Journey at Cleveland Clinic, where she leads digital health innovation to enhance patient engagement and optimize clinical workflows. Her work spans MyChart optimization, population health tools, and enterprise access initiatives—integrating clinical insight with informatics strategy to deliver meaningful, tech-enabled care.

As Section Head for the Center for Integrative & Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Ruff leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping patients prevent and reverse chronic disease through evidence-based lifestyle and integrative therapies. She is deeply committed to advancing whole-person care and is constantly exploring how connected technologies can expand access, personalize treatment, and drive sustained behavior change.

A recognized educator and thought leader, Dr. Ruff enjoys speaks on the convergence of digital health, clinical operations, and lifestyle-driven care models—bringing a unique lens that blends medical, ethical, and public health perspectives to the future of healthcare.

 

Author:

Hal Hargrave

Founder
The Perfect Step
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Hal Hargrave

Founder
The Perfect Step

What happens when Olympic-level performance science filters into everyday fitness? We’ll explore how recovery tech, nervous system training, and mindset tools from elite athletics are being adapted for broader wellness markets and where the line should be drawn. Walk away with insights on what drives results, what’s scalable, and how to differentiate your brand using tactics once reserved for the top 1%.

Women's Health
Science-Backed Trends

Author:

Amanda Phillips

President, Performance
EXOS

Amanda Phillips is the President of Performance at Exos. She’s responsible for leading the performance innovation team to evolve Exos products, services, and practitioners while establishing Exos’ long-term innovation strategy. A 22-year Exos veteran, before taking her current role, Amanda established Exos' nutrition, research & business insights function and played a leadership role across strategic partnerships and industry relations.

 

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Amanda Phillips

President, Performance
EXOS

Amanda Phillips is the President of Performance at Exos. She’s responsible for leading the performance innovation team to evolve Exos products, services, and practitioners while establishing Exos’ long-term innovation strategy. A 22-year Exos veteran, before taking her current role, Amanda established Exos' nutrition, research & business insights function and played a leadership role across strategic partnerships and industry relations.