Former Gold’s Gym executive, Greg Nigro, has developed a product that makes fitness more fun and productive for individuals of all fitness levels.

His patent-pending product, Terra-Core, is an air-filled workout surface that increases muscle activations during exercise by as much as 4 times. By activating core muscles on an unsteady surface, the Terra-Core engages more muscle groups than standard exercise alone.

Terra-Core is more than a product, it’s a community.

Through the community, consumers are able to search from hundreds of workout plans to meet their fitness goals.

Key Takeaways: Terra-Core on Shark Tank

  • Investment: Secured $300,000 for 22.5% equity from Lori Greiner.
  • Product: An air-filled workout platform that boosts muscle activation by creating an unstable surface.
  • Sales and Margins: $2.1 million in lifetime sales, aiming to reduce manufacturing costs to increase margins.
  • Shark Support: Lori Greiner saw potential in expanding Terra-Core into the consumer market.
  • Entrepreneur: Greg Nigro, a fitness industry veteran, created Terra-Core to enhance workout efficiency.
  • Latest Update: As of 2024, Terra-Core has expanded into both commercial and consumer fitness markets, with an active online community and a growing number of workout plans available through its platform.

What is the Story Behind Terra-Core on Shark Tank?

Greg started selling Terra-Core in 2017 and has seen $2.1 million in lifetime sales after raising $95,000 on Kickstarter.

He would like a Shark Tank partner that is willing to invest $300,000 for 15% equity in Terra-Core. Currently, the majority of their business comes from the commercial market, however, they are looking to expand their presence in the consumer and international markets with the help of a Shark. A Terra-Core unit is currently being sold for $199 with a landed price for manufacturing of $73.

Greg is working with his manufacturer in China to get his cost down to $40 which will increase the product margins even further.

The Sharks tried out the product and felt that it was a more comfortable way to work out and felt that it truly could revolutionize the fitness market.

Four Sharks made Greg an offer: Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner, and Anne Wojcicki. Kevin and Anne both offered a financial investment in exchange or equity and a royalty. Daymond and Lori both made straight equity offers. Because Lori’s offer would mean the lowest percentage of equity lost without a royalty agreement, Greg chose to accept Lori’s offer for $300,000 in exchange for 22.5% equity.

Over to You

Do you think that Terra-Core made a good decision by partnering with Lori to get further into the consumer market? Would you purchase this product? Would you be willing to pay a premium cost or buy-in to a subscription service to receive a continual feed of new workout ideas as well as a community to connect with? Begin the conversation in the comments below!

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