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Tonal faces lawsuit from manufacturer – Should you be concerned? [Video]
Tonal has had a rough 2022, from laying off over 35% of its employees to shutting down its original studio and coaches. While all of this has been concerning, similar companies like Peloton have been going through similar post-pandemic pains.
However, several recent developments set Tonal’s situation apart. Most worrying of all is a new lawsuit filed against Tonal by their primary manufacturer FOXCONN.
Expand Expanding CloseGoPro Hero11 Black vs. Hero11 Mini: Which is the better choice?
While there are now lots of great action cameras available to film your fitness excursions, GoPro remains a top choice for many. In addition to the Hero11 Black, GoPro also released a new version of their most popular device: the Hero11 Mini. Both action cameras share most of the same features and upgrades, so it can be hard to decide which is the better choice.
Here are the main pros and cons of each, to help you make the right decision when choosing between them.
Expand Expanding CloseSpeediance hands-on demo [Video]
The Speediance Home Gym is a lower-priced alternative to a digital weight machine like Tonal. While you can see our full review here, you may also want to see a more in-depth preview of how Speediance works. See below for our hands-on demo.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton purges over 1,000 classes featuring music by Kanye West
Following through with its commitment to no longer feature music by Kanye West, Peloton has now removed over 1,000 classes which contained his music. Read on to see which class types and coaches were affected the most by the latest Peloton class purge.
Expand Expanding CloseCAROL Bike: A 20-second workout that actually delivers results? [Video]
While there are a lot of alternatives to Peloton, I have never seen an indoor bike like the one named CAROL. I am currently testing out the new CAROL Bike 2.0, which promises great results through extremely short (and intense) workouts. My initial test consisted of two 10-second intervals. Watch below to see how it went!
Expand Expanding CloseI taught ChatGPT to write workouts better than most personal trainers [video]
With the public soft-release of ChatGPT, an easy-to-use artificial intelligence (AI) program, I wanted to see how well it understood fitness. Spoiler alert: I was able to teach ChatGPT how to write better workout programs than most personal trainers – in under 30 minutes.
Expand Expanding CloseWant to send a Peloton holiday card? Here’s how!
On Tuesday, Peloton made dozens of holiday cards available to download and send to family and friends. Read below to see how they were designed and where to find them.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s how Peloton’s new strategy may actually work [video]
Under the new leadership of Barry McCarthy, Peloton has dramatically shifted its strategy as a company. Peloton cutting costs this year by eliminating most manufacturing and letting go of a huge percentage of their workforce is what is most noticeable. However, there is seemingly a lot more to Peloton’s new strategy. Here is why it might actually work.
Expand Expanding Close7 Tips to boost your Pixel Watch battery life
Many of us rely on our smartwatches to keep track of our daily steps, monitor our heart rate, and more. While the new Pixel Watch by Google has some great features, its battery life is not one of them. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to boost your Pixel Watch’s battery life to make it last a bit longer between charges.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton, NordicTrack, and others extend holiday sales
This year, not only did Black Friday deals start earlier than ever, but it seems they may be extended longer as well. Peloton, NordicTrack, Hydrow, and others have all officially extended their Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals. Read below to see what deals are still available.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton executives, including John Foley, sued for insider trading
John Foley, as well as 11 other current and former Peloton executives are being sued by an investor for alleged insider trading. The lawsuit, filed last week, claims Peloton executives sold almost $500 million in stock while concealing safety issues with the Tread+ before it was recalled.
Expand Expanding CloseSpeediance review: Better value than Tonal?
Tonal may have been the first device to bring a smart, space efficient, digital weight workout setup to the home. It is also one of the most expensive. Lower-priced alternatives like the Speediance Home Gym, may be a better alternative for those trying to find better value for the cost.
Here is our in-depth review for Speediance. Continue reading to see how it holds up and if it would be a great fit for you.
Expand Expanding Close15 Peloton accessories that are actually amazing
Have you ever wanted to be able to watch Netflix while riding your Peloton? Or do you maybe want to take your turn at your boring Peloton set-up and give it a studio feel with better sound and lighting?
For the past two years, I have been searching far and wide for the best Peloton accessories. Here are 15 of my favorites, alongside exclusive discounts just for readers of Connect The Watts!
Expand Expanding CloseHow to edit Heart Rate Zones on Apple Watch and Apple Watch Ultra
Heart rate zones are important for understanding and managing your intensity during a workout or race. Here’s how to edit them on the Apple Watch and Apple Watch Ultra.
Expand Expanding CloseGarmin rolls out huge November watch update: Here’s what you should know
Just in time for the holidays, Garmin has released a slew of new updates to many of their GPS watches. Here’s what you need to know about the new features, from wrist-based running power to the new morning report! Read on to learn more.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton Accessories are 30% off on Amazon for Black Friday
Peloton is having a huge sale with almost all of their accessories available on Amazon for up to 30% off – this is a great opportunity to snag some Peloton gear at a discounted price. Here are some of the best deals.
Expand Expanding CloseBest 2022 Black Friday Deals: sleep and recovery tech
From the massage guns to smart mattresses, there is a lot of sleep and recovery tech already on sale for Black Friday. Here is a list of the best 2022 Black Friday deals we’ve found so far!
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch – What was Google thinking?
I have been testing out the new Google Pixel Watch alongside other new Fitbit wearables like the Fitbit Sense 2, Versa 4, and Inspire 3. While there are a few nice features on the Pixel Watch, it falls significantly behind the competition. Not only that, but with Google also downgrading features previously on the Fitbit, it is hard to even determine which watch is best for fitness and health tracking.
Expand Expanding CloseBest 2022 Black Friday Deals: Smart watches and wearables
From the Apple Watch to Garmin, there are a lot of smart watches and sport watches already on sale for Black Friday. Here is a list of the best 2022 Black Friday deals on wearables we’ve found so far!
Expand Expanding CloseBest 2022 Black Friday deals: Smart Fitness equipment
From Peloton bikes to NordicTrack treadmills, there is a lot of smart fitness equipment on sale for Black Friday. Here is a list of the best 2022 Black Friday deals we’ve found so far!
Expand Expanding CloseHow to use Backtrack on Apple Watch and Apple Watch Ultra
Backtrack is a mode you activate on the Apple Watch Compass app to keep track of your route, so you can easily retrace your steps in case you get lost. Here’s how to use Backtrack on both the Apple Watch and Apple Watch Ultra.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton Row vs Concept 2 vs Hydrow (and more!) rower comparison
Today we are going to be comparing just about every popular home rower available. From the brand new Peloton Row to the classic Concept 2, as well as the Hydrow, Hydrow Wave, Aviron Strong, Aviron Impact, Nordictrack RW900, and Ergatta Water Rower!
I’ve rowed over 1,000,000 combined meters this year on these rowers. Here are my thoughts on how they compare and my suggestions if you are looking to get a rower for your home.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton (PTON) adds new e-commerce widget to screen; storefront on the way?
This morning’s Bradley Rose Peloton bike ride came with a surprise at the end. About 60 seconds before the end of the ride, right as the cooldown was starting, a widget popped up on my screen.
While currently rudimentary, Peloton’s long-awaited in-screen advertising and commerce play has begun, just in time for the holidays.
Expand Expanding CloseHydrow launches new lineup of colorful rowers in time for the holidays
Hydrow has launched four new, more colorful, versions of its Hydrow Wave Rower. The bright new color options can be added for an additional fee when ordering from the company’s website.
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