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Thorsten

CMO at SportFits · Editorial focus: evidence-based fitness, training & longevity

Thorsten writes for the magazine about training, health and nutrition, guided by one clear principle: content must be understandable, practical and free from hype. He draws on studies, guidelines and real-world sporting experience, assesses trends critically and always highlights limitations, trade-offs and alternatives.

His focus is long-term performance: strength training as a foundation, sensibly dosed endurance training, good recovery and routines that genuinely work in everyday life. His diet is pescatarian and protein-conscious, with a focus on satiety, energy and metabolism.

When Thorsten mentions products or brands, he does so transparently and with their practical benefit in mind. Recommendations are made only when they can be professionally justified and suit the intended use.

24 articles

Expertise

longevity
strength training
endurance training
running
yoga
flexibility & mobility
protein & nutrition
pescatarian nutrition
metabolic health
outdoor fitness
training planning
health trends (evidence check)
supplements (assessment)

Credentials

CMO at SportFits (marketing, e-commerce, digital ecosystem) Co-development and ongoing advancement of SportFits Magazine and SportFits Club (content and loyalty experience) Focus: evidence-based assessment of fitness, nutrition and longevity topics (studies/guidelines → practice) Practical experience: born in 1975, weekly routines including strength training, cardio/running, yoga and mobility work Dietary approach: pescatarian, protein-focused, with an emphasis on steady energy and long-term health Approach: source-based, transparent about assumptions and with a clear distinction between evidence, experience and opinion.

Articles by Thorsten

Training in the heat: push on, scale back or postpone? (AI-generated)
Weather & trends

Training in the heat: push on, scale back or postpone?

A traffic-light guide for hot days: when your session runs as planned, when you scale it back and when you move it. Plus a hydration strategy built around you, a strength routine for the shade, and what your body learns after two weeks in the heat.

·12 min read
Deuter Race 16: the backpack that never stays at home
Buying guide

Deuter Race 16: the backpack that never stays at home

590 g, 16 litres, rain cover always included: why the Deuter Race 16 works for everything from cycling and hiking to the ski slopes, and who it is not right for.

·10 min read
Summer glacier skiing: 5 ski resorts where winter continues (AI-generated)
Tours & travel

Summer glacier skiing: 5 ski resorts where winter continues

Hintertux, Zermatt, Saas-Fee, Kitzsteinhorn, Stubai: where you can still ski in summer, with altitudes, summer opening and an honest comparison.

·13 min read
Warm up like an international footballer: dynamic warm-up for hiking and trail running (AI-generated)
Training & longevity

Warm up like an international footballer: dynamic warm-up for hiking and trail running

Before kick-off, the national team warms up. Before a hike or trail run, you should too. Find out why dynamic warm-ups reduce injuries, plus two ready-to-follow routines.

·10 min read
World Cup 2026, the opening days: three hosts, three stages, one wild ride (AI-generated)
Editorial

World Cup 2026, the opening days: three hosts, three stages, one wild ride

All three hosts remain unbeaten, Balogun earns the top rating, three reds in the Azteca opener: a football analysis of the opening days of World Cup 2026, plus how the SportFits community measures up against the pros on the goal wall.

·11 min read
Picnic with a mountain view: easy recipes and smart backpack food (AI-generated)
Tours & travel

Picnic with a mountain view: easy recipes and smart backpack food

Little moments of enjoyment on the move: which recipes travel well in your backpack, how to keep food fresh without a cool box and what really belongs on your packing list.

·12 min read
Family hiking: which walks are genuinely suitable for children (AI-generated)
Tours & travel

Family hiking: which walks are genuinely suitable for children

What really makes a walk suitable for children, which rule of thumb works and which routes suit each age group: the practical family guide for the Whitsun and summer holidays.

·8 min read
High-altitude mountaineering: everything you really need to know (AI-generated)
Tours & travel

High-altitude mountaineering: everything you really need to know

High-altitude mountaineering is not a spontaneous adventure but an alpine discipline: preparation, technique and respect for the glacier determine both the experience and your safety.

·15 min read
Alpine lake swimming & wild swimming in the Alps: 7 lakes with rules and safety advice (AI-generated)
Tours & travel

Alpine lake swimming & wild swimming in the Alps: 7 lakes with rules and safety advice

Clear water, mountain views, an icy refresh: what you need to know about rules, nature conservation and the real risks of swimming in alpine lakes, plus profiles of 7 lakes.

·14 min read
From road cycling to gravel: what changes, what stays the same and what you really need (AI-generated)
Knowledge

From road cycling to gravel: what changes, what stays the same and what you really need

Do you ride a road bike and are considering making the switch to gravel? Find out what really changes, what you can take with you and which parts you genuinely need.

·12 min read
UV protection in the mountains: why sun protection is underestimated in outdoor sports (AI-generated)
Weather & trends

UV protection in the mountains: why sun protection is underestimated in outdoor sports

For every 1,000 metres of altitude, UV radiation increases by up to 18%. Snow reflects 90% of UV rays. What research reveals about UV risks in mountain sports and how to protect yourself effectively.

·14 min read
Gut health & sport: How your microbiome affects performance (AI-generated)
Training & longevity

Gut health & sport: How your microbiome affects performance

70% of your immune system is in your gut, and the latest research shows that your microbiome influences endurance, recovery and whether runner's gut strikes.

·15 min read
VO2max & Zone 2 training: the key longevity biomarker (AI-generated)
Training & longevity

VO2max & Zone 2 training: the key longevity biomarker

VO2max says more about your life expectancy than high blood pressure or cholesterol. Here’s how to improve this key fitness biomarker with Zone 2 training.

·15 min read
Sleep better without optimisation stress: the 5 levers that really matter
Training & longevity

Sleep better without optimisation stress: the 5 levers that really matter

Improve your sleep quality without rigid rules: these 5 levers can genuinely help, based on evidence, practical for everyday life and without the pressure to be perfect.

·14 min read
Bikepacking for beginners: how to start your first adventure (AI-generated)
Tours & travel

Bikepacking for beginners: how to start your first adventure

Bike, bags, route: here’s how to start your first bikepacking adventure without pro-level kit, using what you already have.

·13 min read
MIPS technology in helmets: how a thin layer protects your brain
Knowledge

MIPS technology in helmets: how a thin layer protects your brain

MIPS is more than a yellow logo inside a helmet. The protection system reduces rotational forces in angled impacts. Here is how the technology works.

·10 min read
Tape vs. Kinesio tape: stability or mobility? (AI-generated)
Training & longevity

Tape vs. Kinesio tape: stability or mobility?

Traditional sports tape immobilises joints, while Kinesio tape supports movement. Find out which tape you need and when, with a comparison table, evidence check and clear recommendations.

·13 min read
Climate change 2025: What science knows today (AI-generated)
Weather & trends

Climate change 2025: What science knows today

2024 was the warmest year on record. The 1.5°C threshold was exceeded for the first time, and the CO2 budget is shrinking. A factual overview of the current state of climate research, with all the key figures and facts.

·12 min read
Compression fact check: what does the science really say? (AI-generated)
Knowledge

Compression fact check: what does the science really say?

Compression clothing promises faster recovery and better performance. But how much is marketing, and what is actually supported by studies? An evidence-based overview.

·10 min read
Hiking boot technologies in depth: membranes, soles and lasts explained (AI-generated)
Knowledge

Hiking boot technologies in depth: membranes, soles and lasts explained

Gore-Tex or Sympatex? Vibram Megagrip or Arctic Grip? This in-depth guide explains the real differences behind your hiking boots, with scientific background and practical recommendations.

·8 min read
Water column myth-busting: why 30,000 mm is not automatically better (AI-generated)
Knowledge

Water column myth-busting: why 30,000 mm is not automatically better

The water column is the most frequently cited buying criterion for rain jackets and tents, yet also the most misunderstood. We clear up the most persistent misconceptions.

·16 min read
Lowa hiking boots: what makes this Bavarian heritage brand so special
Buying guide

Lowa hiking boots: what makes this Bavarian heritage brand so special

100 years of craftsmanship, Made in Europe and the Renegade as Europe’s best-selling hiking boot: we show you why Lowa shoes are so popular with outdoor enthusiasts.

·14 min read
Fjällräven: Swedish outdoor heritage since 1960
Buying guide

Fjällräven: Swedish outdoor heritage since 1960

From a basement workshop to an outdoor icon: why Fjällräven, with G-1000, Kånken and a consistent commitment to sustainability, is one of the most popular brands at SportFits.

·9 min read
Longevity: your path to a longer, healthier life
Training & longevity

Longevity: your path to a longer, healthier life

We explain what lies behind the buzzword ‘longevity’ and how you can actively extend your healthy lifespan.

·7 min read