R1 Terms of Service
Effective Date: 7/19/2025

Welcome to R1 on Substack — a community committed to advancing human readiness of mind, body, and energy. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the R1 newsletter, website, content, and any other features, products, or services provided through this Substack publication (“Service”).

By subscribing to or accessing any part of the Service, you agree to these Terms. If you disagree, please don’t use the Service.

1. Who We Are

R1 is a content platform and learning community founded by Dr. Matt Kritz, focused on delivering tools, frameworks, and inspiration to help people train their readiness for life — mentally, physically, and energetically.

2. Subscriptions and Payments

• Some content on R1 is available for free of charge. Other content requires a paid subscription.

• By subscribing, you authorize Substack to charge your payment method at the interval you select (monthly or annually).

• You can cancel your subscription at any time, but we do not offer refunds for partially used periods.

• Prices may change, but you’ll be notified in advance and can cancel if you choose.

3. Content and Use

• All content provided through R1 — including writing, images, frameworks, and downloadable tools — is owned by R1 unless otherwise credited.

• You’re welcome to read, share, and apply what you learn personally and professionally, but you may not copy, republish, sell, or distribute our content without written permission.

• Sharing paid content beyond your subscription is not allowed.

4. Community Guidelines

We value thoughtful, respectful engagement. Whether through comments, replies, or emails:

• Be constructive and courteous.

• Don’t post spam, offensive content, or misinformation.

• We reserve the right to remove comments or restrict access for violations.

5. Not Medical Advice

The content provided by R1 reflects the education, experience, and professional perspective of Dr. Matt Kritz, PhD, CSCS — a certified strength and conditioning specialist with advanced degrees in sports science and human performance. The material is intended for educational and informational purposes only, based on evidence-informed practices in physical readiness, performance, and wellness.

While the guidance offered may support your personal development in areas such as fitness, movement, and energy management, it should not be considered medical advice. It should not be considered a substitute for individualized care from a licensed healthcare provider. Dr. Kritz is not your primary care physician, and any strategies discussed should be regarded as general guidelines. Always consult your physician or a qualified healthcare professional before making significant changes to your health or fitness routine.

6. Privacy

Your privacy matters to us. We use Substack’s platform, which collects subscriber data as described in Substack’s Privacy Policy. We will never sell your information, and we’ll only use your contact details to deliver R1 content and related communications.

7. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, if you violate these Terms or abuse the platform.

8. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms from time to time. We’ll notify you if changes are significant. Your continued use of the Service after the changes take effect means you agree to the new Terms.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms or anything related to R1, you can reach us at:
📧 mattkritz@thrivata.com