Peloton

This week Peloton ran their first test of a new class format named Bootcamp 50/50. Regular bootcamp classes have members going back and forth between cardio and strength exercises. Instead, these Bootcamp 50/50 classes spend the first half of the class on cardio and then the entire second half focusing on strength.

This week, Peloton officially launched a brand new area within its app called ‘Peloton Teams’. The new feature allows members to invite friends to teams, as well as create and compete in challenges.

This week, Peloton has launched the beta for its upcoming app: Strength+. Peloton’s new app is designed for members to follow along to strength workouts in their gym or home workout space.

To sign-up for the beta, click here. To learn more about the Peloton Strength+ App, continue reading below.

Peloton has begun adding a new type of running workout to the Tread called ‘Pace Target Classes’. In these classes, Peloton coaches instruct members to maintain a pace in one of seven zones, similar to the Peloton Bike’s ‘Power Zone Classes’. Check out the video below to get the full scoop!

Peloton stock (PTON) took a tumble Monday immediately following the launch of its “global refinancing”, as it seeks to sure up its dwindling cash position. This combines the sale of $275 million in convertible senior notes, a $100 million credit facility, in addition to a new $1 billion five-year term loan.

In response to last weeks’ CNN publication showing hotel surveillance video of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs assaulting his then girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, Peloton has decided to pause the use of any Diddy songs in new classes.

Bloomberg is reporting that Peloton has hired JPMorgan Chase & Co. to help raise $850 million through a new loan sale intended to refinance its existing debt.

This week, Peloton has begun adding lululemon commercials prior to classes. In what is being called the “Peloton x lululemon Look Cam”, an advertisement is being added to the beginning of select classes. During this 30 second segment, Peloton instructors showcase the set of lululemon apparel they are wearing during the class.

Amazon is dropping prices early on fitness equipment for its Memorial Day Sale. Items already on sale include the Peloton Bike, Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbell, Garmin Forerunner 255 and more. We will keep this list updated with all of the best fitness deals as they come up.

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Starting next week, Peloton members will be able to search for others by name and sync their contacts on the Peloton App. Evidently, names for all profiles, including private profiles, will now be viewable to all members.

Don’t want to be discoverable by name or contact info? We have you covered!

Already reaching an all-time low this month, Peloton stock continues to fall after reports of the company dropping its unlimited free app membership. Less than a year after the free membership tier was released, Peloton says it failed to convert users into paid subscribers.

Welcome to our most in-depth review of Peloton yet! After 3 years and 400+ workouts later, is Peloton still worth it in 2024?

Peloton’s partnership with TrueMed, a healthcare reimbursement company, may allow for HSA and FSA reimbursement to cover Peloton expenses. Keep reading below the fold to learn more.

On March 28 at 10:00 a.m. EST, Brooklyn Nets star Mikal Bridges will join Peloton instructor Jess Sims for a live Tread run at Peloton Studios New York. Keep reading below for more details.

Phenom yesterday announced that Tunde Oyeneyin, a popular Peloton instructor, will be a keynote speaker at IAMPHENOM – a conference for hiring, developing, an retaining talented employees. Keep reading below to learn more.

Andy Speer, a popular Peloton instructor, will appear at a Meet & Greet event hosted in Tampa, Florida, during a Tampa Bay Rays game on Saturday, June 29. Participants will have the chance to workout with Andy on-field. Head below to learn more.

Peloton’s partnership with Sport Tiedje, a home fitness and exercise equipment retailer based in the UK, is expanding. Keep reading below the fold to learn more.

Peloton announced a brand-new partnership with Defected Records, a renowned dance music label – the partnership will include live DJ rides for members to enjoy. Keep reading below to learn more.

Peloton has updated its Just Work Out feature, allowing members to exercise offline even when the app isn’t connected to the internet. Keep reading below to learn more.

The latest update to the Peloton app includes preparations to let members form teams with their friends and family members.