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The best 2022 Memorial Day sales for home fitness
Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer, brings a slew of sales from some of the biggest names in connected fitness and health. So before we head out for a weekend of surfing tasty summer waves, we surfed the web to find you the best deals online. Read on to save on some of the items you’ve been eyeing.
Expand Expanding CloseJAXJOX Interactive Studio: In-depth review
In this JAXJOX Interactive Studio review, we will cover everything you should know before you decide to buy. JAXJOX has combined all of its smart equipment into a unique all-in-one connected home fitness center. Read (or watch) below to get the full scoop.
Expand Expanding CloseThere is more to the iFIT vs Peloton Settlement story | The Weekly Watt
Welcome to our live show/podcast, the Weekly Watt, which brings you an overview of what’s new in all things connected fitness.
In this week’s episode, we discuss the iFIT and Peloton lawsuit settlement – including the new details that we dug up.
Joining us during the second half of the show to talk about how to use data to guide your training is Justin Roethlingshoefer. Justin is a the founder of Own It, a digital coaching platform.
Listen or watch the episode below!
Expand Expanding CloseHatch Restore review: more than a smart alarm clock?
Hatch is known as the company that uses technology to help kids and families get better sleep. The Hatch Restore smart alarm clock is an all-in-one sleep solution similar to the popular Hatch Rest, except designed for adults. In this review, we dig into what Hatch Restore has to offer and test it out for ourselves.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton Heart Rate Band hands-on review [Video]
Today we take a hands-on look at the new Peloton Heart Rate Armband. Peloton’s previous heart rate monitor was well known to be a cheap, poorly made device (which they still sell for $34). However, this new Peloton armband is strong step in the right direction. You can easily tell that there is a similar design philosophy as used in the recent Peloton Guide.
Expand Expanding CloseCOROS adds training notes, improved sleep tracking, “Find my Phone” tool, and more in new May update [video]
Today, COROS announced a new firmware update which will add 10 new features to their VERTIX, VERTIX 2, APEX Pro, and Pace 2 smart watches. The update includes new RPE and training notes, indoor structured workouts, improved sleep tracking, a new “Find my Phone” tool, and more. Read or watch below to get all the details!
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton Rower and other Homecoming announcements | The Weekly Watt
Welcome to the Weekly Watt, a weekly video and podcast here on Connect the Watts that brings you an overview of what’s new in all things connected fitness.
In this week’s episode, we watch the Peloton Homecoming LIVE and react to all of the announcements – including the new Peloton Rower – with our guest Crystal O’Keefe.
Crystal is the co-host of several podcasts including the popular weekly Peloton show, “The Clip-Out”.
Check it out below!
Expand Expanding CloseIs the future of CrossFit digital? | The Weekly Watt
Welcome to the Weekly Watt, a weekly video and podcast here on Connect the Watts that brings you an overview of what’s new in all things connected fitness.
In this week’s episode, we discuss the future of CrossFit and how it has (or has not) adapted into a connected fitness platform.
Joining us this week is RPM Training Co-Founder and CCO, Josh Rogers, to discuss their new functional connected fitness service ATOM. ATOM features daily workouts, adaptable leaderboards, and popular CrossFit coaches like Pat Barber.
We cover all that and the rest of connected fitness in this week’s episode. Check it out below!
Expand Expanding CloseReview: Back Bay Runner 60 and Tempo 30 Wireless Earbuds
In this review, we’re covering two styles of earbuds in the current Back Bay Brand lineup: the Runner 60 and Tempo 30. One trip to the Back Bay website and it’s clear: the goal is to bring you the best in workout audio. Runner 60 and Tempo 30 have appeared on many ‘Best of’ lists for affordable earbuds or fitness accessories. But after experiencing how good they are, it seems a shame to pigeonhole them into any one category.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle previews the Pixel Watch, coming this fall with Pixel 7
At I/O 2022, Google finally confirmed that it’s making the Pixel Watch. That said, we only got a teaser as it’s not coming until later this year with the Pixel 7.
Expand Expanding CloseA “Zwift for Rowers”: the EXR Rowing App, now also available on Apple TV
I’ve been spending some time lately testing out the EXR Rowing App, which I can best describe as a “Zwift for Rowers”. EXR is able to connect with a variety of rowers to create an online training platform with an excellent variety of workouts, gamification, and virtual locations. The app is now available on Apple TV, in addition to Mac, iOS, Android, and Windows.
Expand Expanding CloseReport: Peloton looking to sell up to 20% stake
According to a new report from The Wall Street Journal, Peloton is looking for a lifeline by actively exploring investors to buy a 15% to 20% stake in the company.
Expand Expanding CloseBuy a Peloton Guide in April? You are eligible to receive $150 in free accessories
Peloton is offering $150 of free accessories in their Guide bundle for Mother’s Day. For those who already bought the Peloton Guide, you are still eligible to get in on the deal. Read below to learn how to get the deal.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton lowers price for bike lease program – is it worth it?
Peloton has lowered pricing for their bike lease program, One Peloton Club. Previously, pricing was not mentioned on the Peloton site, as it varied by showroom. Now that the costs are the same for everyone, I went and crunched the numbers to see whether it is worth it or not.
Expand Expanding CloseNew iOS app, CycleStats, helps track and analyze your Peloton workouts
The Peloton Bike does a great job of tracking your workout metrics after each ride. While these metrics are all viewable under your profile, it has not been organized well to allow members to easily analyze and track their progress.
Released today, a new iOS app called CycleStats seeks to solve this problem, both with better visualized training data and more comprehensive analytics tools.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton’s new Split Programs: In-depth breakdown
For the first time, Peloton has released strength focused split programs for its members. These programs are designed to be repeated for four weeks, with specific days designated to work various muscle groups. While a very traditional approach to strength training, it is new to Peloton members.
The split programs have been made available as Peloton Guide exclusives for the first seven weeks. However, with the links below, all Peloton members can take them without having to wait.
Expand Expanding CloseTaking on the Metaverse’s greatest fitness challenge [Video]
It had been a while since I last put on my Meta Quest VR headset to workout, so when I saw a trailer for Supernatural’s new “Beast Challenge”, I felt it was time to jump back in. Could I take on the greatest fitness challenge in the Metaverse?
Expand Expanding CloseCreating award-winning iFIT experiences with John Peel | The Weekly Watt
Welcome to the Weekly Watt, a weekly video and podcast here on Connect the Watts that brings you an overview of what’s new in all things connected fitness.
In this week’s episode, we discuss the potential design leak of Peloton’s new scenic-ride radio station, WHOOP and Oura Rings, as well as some more thoughts on smart strength devices like the Peloton Guide and Tonal.
Joining us this week is iFIT instructor, John Peel to tells us about how their award-winning workout experiences are developed. Additionally, Vice President of Marketing and Experiences, Matt Johnson, shares more details on iFIT’s new travel adventures.
We cover all that and the rest of connected fitness in this week’s episode. Check it out below!
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton bike top 10 Personal Record (FTP) cheat sheet tips
Reading a Reddit thread that was subsequently deleted by the mods, a reader was asking how to get into the top echelon of riders and there were some great tips. I thought I might chime in with my own experience, having spent over two years researching the matter and putting those strategies into the ride.
Expand Expanding Close$145 Mothers Day deal for the Peloton Guide bundle. Act quick, before it is gone! (Update: It still works… sort of)
New “Mothers Day Bundles” are now available on Peloton and one offer seems too good to be true. The best deal can be found with the $295 bundle combining the new Peloton Guide (reg. $295), Peloton Heart Rate (reg. $90), and Peloton Workout Mat (reg $70)
As of right now, when you add this deal to your cart, an additional $150 is taken off, making the total just $145!
UPDATE: the website has been adjusted and the new bundle price is $295. However, there still is a way to order the non-bundled Peloton Guide for just $145 (detailed below).
Expand Expanding CloseWHOOP 4.0 finally back in stock and available
Last September, WHOOP introduced the newly upgraded 4.0 of its smart biometric fitness tracker. A combination of high demand and supply chain issues drastically pushed out shipping times. But as of this week, WHOOP has announced 4.0 is now in stock and ready to ship.
Expand Expanding CloseFITURE introduces new interactive Fitness Mirror with motion tracking
Today, FITURE has unveiled the release of their new motion tracking fitness mirror to the U.S. FITURE features their Motion Engine™ tech tracks your movements and offers real-time feedback through form correction as well as pacing, timing, and movement feedback.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit starts rolling out Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications on these watches and trackers [U]
Earlier this month Fitbit was granted clearance by the US FDA to passively send notifications when signs of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) were detected by its smartwatches and trackers. Now, Fitbit is officially rolling out Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications to nine of its products, including the Sense and Charge 5.
Expand Expanding CloseYosuda Indoor Cycling Bike review: real value at a real low cost
In this Yosuda Bike review, we will cover everything you should know before you decide to buy. Yosuda’s incredibly low-cost bike is better than you might think and a perfect way to get started with connected fitness. Read below to get the full scoop.
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