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In Wheat Ridge, Colorado, 3rd Shot Pickleball has just opened for business – the state’s largest indoor pickleball court. With a devoted fan base of about 36.5 million pickleball players in the United States, pickleball continues to be a favorite for athletes nationwide. Head below for more details.

75% of American adults are chronically dehydrated – a fact that might account for the explosion in water bottle consumerism, or, as I like to call it, Big Water. Capitalism and Big Water is really out here convincing us that if we have the exact right water bottle or the exact right smart device, we’ll join the millions of other happy and healthy and hydrated Water Drinkers in a neverending quest to see who can use the bathroom the most amount of times in a day.

That said I do love my Stanley Cup, and I am absolutely convinced that I am motivated to drink more water because I own it. Below are our top nine smart products – an attempt to bring you into our cult – for drinking more water.

Earlier this month, an invite was sent to lululemon Studio Members inviting them to a special event – taking place today, January 23 – at Peloton Studios in New York, hosted by three lululemon instructors. Head below for more details.

Today’s home gym setup looks unlike other home gym designs we have reviewed and covered because of the unique pieces scattered throughout. There’s not a lot of equipment, but that’s okay because we don’t need a lot of equipment to achieve a successful full-body workout. Head below for more details.

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.

For about a month, I have been using two pieces of work-from-home office equipment while writing – the E7 Pro Standing Desk and the C7 Premium Ergonomic Office Chair. Both are incredibly impressive pieces of furniture with a lot to love, even if some of the features are overly complicated. Head below to learn more.

In a now-viral TikTok that has racked up over 5 million views, Charlie (@fitwithchaz), a TikTok fitness influencer, posted her experience while trying to film content for her socials. In it, a man can be seen placing a heavy dumbbell behind Charlie so that she was unable to finish her set. Head below for more details.

Peloton this week announced that along with lululemon – as a part of their 5-year global partnership – they would be hosting the “Move For You Event” at the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 28. Head below for more details.

Earlier this week, lululemon announced it is bringing Jonathan Cheung on board as its new global creative director. Cheung has decades of experience that he is bringing to lululemon’s design team. Keep reading below the fold for more details.

We love a gorgeous, functional home gym setup here at Connect the Watts designed with the user experience in mind. Today’s at-home gym features a scenic view of the outdoors, a calming color palette, and plenty of storage space for equipment. Keep reading below the fold for more details.

$33 million to First Solar. Peloton never finished the construction on the facility, and now it will be utilized for job growth in Northwest Ohio. Head below for more details.

Earlier this week, adidas Training and Bumble – a popular dating app – teamed up, announcing their goal of eliminating “gymtimidation,” something people experience before heading to the gym for the first time. Keep reading below the fold for more details on the new relationship between adidas and Bumble.

We here at Connect the Watts prioritize health and fitness, and as such, we love looking at and reviewing home gym setups and seeing the spaces that people create for their workouts. Today’s home gym features a smaller space packed with a variety of equipment that everybody can appreciate. Head below for more details.

With the most recent cold snap that’s hit much of the country, it’s crucial to know how to avoid frostbite while out and about in the cold winter weather. For many, exercise is the goal no matter the weather, but even those who are protecting themselves need to know the signs of frostbite. Head below for more details.

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.

Walmart last week unveiled its Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness center at its headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas. In an attempt to retain employees and persuade future employees, Walmart’s wellness center has fitness options for everyone. Head below for more details.

Whether you’re designing your first home gym or you just want a few pieces of equipment so you can exercise in your living room, you don’t need a huge variety in order to accomplish a challenging full-body workout. Head below for our five essential items needed for your home gym.

We here at Connect the Watts love a home gym and seeing what works and what could potentially be improved to give people an optimal at-home exercise experience. The home gym setup we have for you today is bright, airy, and opens up to a lovely green promenade. Head below for more details.

Peloton this week announced it would be expanding its Bike/Bike+ rental program into what its calling Peloton Rental Membership, which is a part of Peloton for Business, which will include Peloton Corporate Wellness Groups. Head below to learn more about what any of that actually means.

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.

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.

Peloton, in collaboration with the NBA, has announced a contest in which one lucky winner will not only be able to experience the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, but will also win a free Peloton Bike+. Head below to learn more.

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.