
Speede Fitness offers a revolutionary strength training machine that combines isokinetic, isotonic, and eccentric-only training modes, designed for elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts. With advanced AI technology, the Speede Challenger provides up to 2,000 lbs of resistance, enabling users to build muscle quickly and improve athletic performance in significantly less time than traditional methods. The machine's intelligent feedback system adapts to the user's movements, ensuring an effective workout experience. Speede aims to transform strength training by making it more efficient and accessible to everyone, regardless of their fitness level.

Speede Fitness offers a revolutionary strength training machine that combines isokinetic, isotonic, and eccentric-only training modes, designed for elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts. With advanced AI technology, the Speede Challenger provides up to 2,000 lbs of resistance, enabling users to build muscle quickly and improve athletic performance in significantly less time than traditional methods. The machine's intelligent feedback system adapts to the user's movements, ensuring an effective workout experience. Speede aims to transform strength training by making it more efficient and accessible to everyone, regardless of their fitness level.
Product: Motorized strength machines (Speede Challenger and Speede Pro) combining isokinetic, isotonic, and eccentric training with AI sensors
Founded / HQ: Founded 2021, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois
Founders: Co-founders: Greg Tepas (Co‑Founder & CEO) and Dan Mooney (Co‑Founder & President)
Employees: Approximately 14 employees
Funding: Seed round announced May 3, 2022; total funding reported $2,500,000 (USD)
Exit: Acquired by Hydrow (announced May 9, 2024)
Improving efficiency and effectiveness of strength training for athletes, trainers, and rehabilitation users.
2021
Fitness equipment / Fitness technology
Seed round announced May 3, 2022; reporting lists seven investors
“Seven named investor-athletes participated in the seed round (including Mason Plumlee, Cole Kmet, Jaylon Johnson, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Justin Fields, Michael Chandler, Justin Simmons); later acquired by Hydrow (announced May 9, 2024).”