In this episode of the EU-Startups Podcast, we sit down with Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer, Founder and CEO of EGYM, the Munich-based fitness tech unicorn that has secured over €520 million since it was founded in 2011. Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer, Founder & CEO, shares insights into building a company on a mission to make fitness accessible to everyone. By rethinking the traditional gym experience and integrating fitness into healthcare, EGYM is driving a shift from repair to prevention.
The interview delves into why 80% of gym-goers don’t truly benefit from their workouts, the role of strength training in longevity and healthy living, how technology personalises and enhances fitness journeys, what Europe can learn from the US (and vice versa) about health and fitness, and Philipp’s vision for the future of EGYM and preventative healthcare.
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Key takeaways:
- EGYM’s mission is to make fitness accessible for all, not just the motivated 20%
- Traditional gyms often fail because most members don’t achieve real results
- Strength training is one of the key unlocks for longevity
- Integrating fitness into healthcare reduces costs and saves lives
- Technology can personalise workouts, making prevention more engaging
Read the orginal article: https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/09/eu-startups-podcast-episode-135-philipp-roesch-schlanderer-founder-ceo-of-egym/
