Links
- Watch on YouTube
- Listen on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen to podcasts
- EStack
- RepOne Website
Description and Outline
In this conversation, Jake Jaworski interviews Jordan Berke, co-founder of Rep One Strength, discussing his journey from powerlifting and engineering to creating innovative fitness technology. They explore the concept of velocity-based training (VBT), the evolution of Rep One Strength from the Open Barbell project, and the introduction of eStack, a digital weight stack designed to enhance training experiences. The discussion highlights the importance of user feedback, the competitive landscape of digital weight technology, and the future of fitness equipment.
- 00:00 Introduction to Jordan Burke and Rep One Strength
- 02:18 The Journey of Open Barbell and Velocity-Based Training
- 05:11 Transition from Engineering to Powerlifting Coaching
- 07:47 The Birth of Squats in Science
- 10:00 Understanding Velocity-Based Training
- 10:20 Evolution from Open Barbell to Rep One Strength
- 13:56 Current Products and Future Directions of Rep One Strength
- 17:41 The Concept and Development of EStack
- 22:20 The Vision Behind EStack
- 27:25 Integration and Compatibility with Existing Equipment
- 31:21 Comparing eStack with Competitors
- 37:04 User Experience and Automation in Training
- 41:24 Feedback from Early Adopters and Market Response
- 44:59 Future of Digital Weight Technology
- 57:39 Certification, Pricing, and Market Strategy
Takeaways
- Jordan Burke is the co-founder of Rep One Strength.
- He has a background in powerlifting and engineering.
- Velocity-based training (VBT) combines subjective and objective measures.
- Open Barbell was an open-source project that led to Rep One Strength.
- EStack is a digital weight stack designed for various training equipment.
- The EStack aims to make digital weight accessible and affordable.
- Automation in training can enhance user experience and effectiveness.
- Feedback from home gym owners is crucial for product development.
- The fitness technology market is evolving with digital weight solutions.
- Rep One Strength aims to lead in the digital weight space.