Why a Top AI Founder Says Data Will Define Fitness

Aaron Golbin, Managing Partner at Level Up Ventures, who reviews over 10,000 startup applications a year, explains the key deciding factors in why he backed Phit. In this episode of The Connected Athlete, he joins Alec Goldstein, Founder & CEO of Phit, for a deep dive into how AI and data are redefining the future of fitness, health tech, and performance. Phit’s platform is unlocking the power of real-time, aggregated data to deliver actionable insights beyond the gym. This episode is a must-listen for founders, fitness leaders, and anyone tracking the next big leap in digital health.1:00 Meet Aaron Golbin2:30 Why PHIT Stood Out to a Top VC4:30 Cracking the B2B Model with White-Label AI5:30 How PHIT Wins in a Crowded Health Tech Market7:00 Data, Personalization & Privacy8:00 What Is NAIA? The Largest AI Association in the U.S.9:30 GovTech & MedTech: PHIT’s Future Verticals?11:45 Built to Exit: PHIT’s Strategic Roadmap13:00 What Makes a Founder Fundable?15:00 The Secret Sauce of Successful AI Startups16:30 Final Takeaways: Know Yourself, Know Your Limits#AthletePerformance #AI #PerformanceData #WearableTechnology ———Stay Connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phit_performance/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@phit_performanceX: https://x.com/PHITperformanceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/phit-performance/———The Connected Athlete is your go-to source for conversations at the intersection of data, technology, and human performance.Brought to you by PHIT, this podcast helps athletes crack the performance code through data ownership, AI-driven insights, and real-world applications to maximize their potential on and off the field.Athletes have access to more performance data than ever, but how do they turn it into real results?The Connected Athlete cuts through the noise to deliver expert insights, real-world applications, and conversations with those shaping the future of sports technology. Hosted by experts and featuring guests from across the sports world, we break down how to turn information into action.Whether you're an elite competitor, a coach, or passionate about optimizing performance, this podcast helps you take ownership of your data and turn it into a competitive edge.Take control of your data. Take control of your game.Tune in to unlock the power of your performance data and become a truly connected athlete.