Escape Your Limits

In this episode of LIFTS, Matthew and Mohammed sit down with Hazlo founder Sam Moore to explore the cultural, psychological, and physiological shift away from alcohol. They dive deep into the rise of sober‑curious culture, the influence of wearables on health behavior, the real effects of alcohol on mood and sleep, and the explosive growth of alcohol alternatives. Sam shares his personal journey from high‑stress corporate drinking culture to building Hazlo: a functional beverage designed to elevate mood, focus, and presence without the physical cost of alcohol. Key topics include: • Gen Z's 25% lower alcohol consumption and the rise of sober‑curious culture. • How wearables like Oura are changing the conversation about alcohol's impact. • Why alcohol affects sleep, mood, HRV, readiness, and long‑term inflammation. • Sam Moore's journey from heavy social drinking to mindful performance‑based habits. • The science behind Hazlo's functional ingredients and how they alter mood and focus. • The future of THC bever