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Volume 28: Rehabilitation
Scaling strength, optimizing recovery, and unlocking peak brain performance.
Alec Grawe
December 03, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes
What’s up, fam!
This week, we’re diving into cutting-edge fitness and brain optimization. From a revolutionary device redefining muscle recovery to a strength training app scaling at record speed, plus how Steve Aoki’s obsession with brain health is changing the game.
📰 The Pulse – Ladder Raises $105M to Scale Strength Training
💰 The Shop – Neubie: Redefining Muscle Recovery
🧬 The Stack – Steve Aoki’s Brain Optimization Routine
The Pulse
Ladder Strength & Conditioning App Raises $105M
Ladder is on a mission to dominate strength training—and it’s got the cash to prove it.
What’s happening:
Ladder just secured $105 million in new funding, including:
$15M Series B led by Point72 Ventures and ADvantage VC.
$90M investment from General Catalyst’s go-to-market strategy.
Why it matters: With plans to expand enterprise wellness offerings and launch an Android app, Ladder is poised to grow by 200% and hit 150,000 paid members by the end of 2024.
Looking ahead: As the #1 strength training app, Ladder is redefining digital fitness. With this level of funding and a focus on scalable growth, it’s set to become a household name in strength and conditioning.(More)
The Shop
The Neubie: Redefining Muscle Recovery
Meet The Neubie, the next-gen neuromuscular device revolutionizing how athletes recover, train, and rebuild.
What it is: The Neubie by Neufit is a direct current (DC) electrical stimulation device designed to:
Speed up muscle recovery after injury or intense workouts.
Rebuild strength by targeting muscle fibers more efficiently.
Enhance neuroplasticity to optimize muscle performance and coordination.
Why it matters:
Unlike traditional muscle stimulators, the Neubie uses direct current technology to retrain the nervous system, reducing pain and inflammation while accelerating recovery.
Who’s using it:
Pro athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and rehab specialists alike are integrating the Neubie into their routines to:
Train harder.
Recover faster.
Perform at their peak.
Want to take your recovery to the next level? The Neubie might be your new secret weapon.
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The Stack
Steve Aoki: Brain Health Innovator
When it comes to brain optimization, Steve Aoki is always a step ahead. Known for his relentless energy and creative genius, Aoki prioritizes brain health in every aspect of his life.
What’s in his stack:
Cold plunges & regular exercise for mental clarity and physical resilience.
Mindfulness practices to stay grounded amidst a high-pressure lifestyle.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Pod from Oxygen Health Systems, enhancing oxygen delivery to the brain for cognitive improvement.
Aoki’s take: “It’s a game-changer for mental focus and productivity. I even work inside the pod!”
More than just biohacking:
Aoki founded the Aoki Foundation, dedicated to advancing brain science and regenerative medicine, supporting groundbreaking research in cognitive health and longevity.
Take a page from Aoki’s playbook: Prioritize brain health and explore new technologies to unlock your full potential.