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New year, same problems: lululemon faces backlash with latest advertisement

fire lanterns at night

Lululemon has released an advertisement called “Be Spring” featuring Academy Award-winning Chinese actress, Michelle Yeoh. The company’s cofounder, Chip Wilson, has a history of problematic opinions on diversity, equity, and inclusion, which some argue come in direct conflict with lululemon’s Lunar New Year advertisement. Head below for more details.

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Check out this minimalist home gym featuring calm, natural light, and essential equipment

woman in black tank top and black leggings doing yoga

Here at Connect the Watts we love scoping out home gyms online and seeing the interesting touches, designs, and equipment that people choose to incorporate into their at-home gyms. Today’s home gym setup features a lot of space that is heavy on neutral colors, light on the equipment, and has both low light and natural light. Head below to learn more.

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We love this sleek, futuristic at-home gym setup

person lifting barbell

At Connect the Watts, we prioritize exercise and physical fitness, and we love looking at home gyms to review for our readers. The next installment in our home gym series comes from a company called NYMRA Studios, an architecture and design firm based in India.

With chrome hardware and subtle color pops, this home gym space has everything you need to get (or stay) in shape.

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Don’t pay Peloton pricing when the Echelon Row drops to a new low of $658 (Reg. $1,280)

Amazon is offering the Echelon Row for $657.66 shipped. Down from its $1,280 price tag, it saw a fair share of discounts over 2023, and is now starting the new year with this 49% discount for those who may be a little late to your exercise resolutions. Today’s deal comes in as a $622 markdown off the going rate, beating out our previous mention from holiday sales by $15 and landing as the third-lowest price that we have tracked. It even beats out the deal on Echelon’s website where it is listed for a higher $800 rate. You’ll also find the upgraded Echelon Row S going for $881, down from its $1,900 MSRP.

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Meet the Amazfit Helio Ring, the smart ring for athletes

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, Amazfit announced the Helio Ring, which will enter a somewhat saturated smart ring market including Oura, McClear, Evie Ring, and others. Whereas other smart rings focus on sleep analysis, the Amazfit Helio Ring is designed with athletes in mind, honing in on mental and physical recovery. Head below to learn more about the Amazfit Helio Ring.

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Hula hoops circle back into the world of fitness

a woman in tank top using a hula hoop

Something I’ve noticed lately on my social media algorithms is people embracing hula hoops as a means of working out, or at least as a part of their workout routines. I love a hula hoop and am all for embracing any kind of exercise that brings people joy. Hula hoops are making a comeback, and I can’t wait to get my hands on one – just like the good ‘ol days.

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This minimalist at-home gym blends calming colors and natural light

woman stretching on ground

At Connect the Watts, we are always putting exercise, physical fitness, and wellness at the forefront, and we love seeing the at-home gym spaces in which people workout. Today’s setup is brought to us by ZNSO Architecture, an architect consultant based in Kuwait. This at-home gym focuses on a soft color palette, a greenery wall, and tons of natural light. Head below for more details.

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This home gym setup will motivate you to train for your first competition

six assorted weight plates

Because we at Connect the Watts value exercise, physical fitness, and health, we love seeing home gyms that inspire people to want to work toward their personal fitness goals. Mai Saad, an Interior Designer based in Egypt, has created a state-of-the-art home gym that would motivate anyone, no matter how little they may want to exercise. Head below for more details.

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