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Innovation or Imitation? FitBench Founder Tyler Danen’s Viral Post Explained

Krissy Vann

On this episode of The ATFW Podcast, host Krissy Vann is joined by Tyler Danen, founder of FitBench, to unpack the story behind his viral LinkedIn post that’s turned heads in the fitness industry. Viewed by over 50,000 people, Tyler’s post took aim at a troubling trend: the flood of copycat products in the market and the impact it has on genuine innovators.

In this conversation, Tyler reveals what inspired him to go public with his frustrations and the personal experiences that fuelled his message. From his days volunteering at local races to working alongside Ironman, Tyler’s journey gave him a front-row seat to both the power of authentic ideas and the frustration of seeing them imitated.

We also dive into how these insights shaped the creation of FitBench, a product that’s all about efficiency, versatility, and true innovation in training. Tyler opens up about the challenges he’s faced, why he believes originality still matters, and how he’s staying true to his mission in an industry that too often rewards imitation over genuine creativity.

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