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Lululemon hires fossil fuel-linked PR firm in the face of greenwashing allegations
Athleisure and activewear giant, lululemon, has hired a PR firm to face the greenwashing allegations made earlier this month by a nonprofit organization. The firm, Edelman, is known for its connections to the fossil fuel industry. Head below to learn more.
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Peloton yesterday announced that they will be an official partner of the Berlin Half Marathon, which is taking place on April 7, 2024. Head below to learn more.
Expand Expanding CloseFitLab acquired Assault Fitness and RPM Training
FitLab, an integrated fitness platform, has acquired Assault Fitness and RPM Training, which will expand FitLab’s equipment offering. Keep reading below to learn more.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton will cater content for performance athletes, possibly partner with additional marathons
Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy said in the latest earnings call that the connected fitness company plans to cater to performance athletes using new partnerships and content focusing on marathons. Keep reading below to learn more.
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Nike debuts colorful new Bloom Run footwear collection, just in time for spring
With February coming to a close and spring just a few weeks away, now is a great time to freshen up your wardrobe with Nike’s Bloom Run Collection. There are three new running shoes in the line – the Vomeros 17’s, the Invincible 3’s, and the Winflo 10’s – and each style features bold, bright colors and reflective speckles as an added layer of protection when running at night. The Winflo 10’s are available for $105 and provide neutral support that gives you balance, full-length Nike air cushioning for a comfortable feel, and a revamped toe box that better fits all foot types when compared to the Winflo 9s. Head below to learn more about Nike’s Bloom Run Collection.
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Megan Thee Stallion teams up with Nike to launch new ‘Hot Girl Systems’ activewear line
Three-time Grammy award-winning artist, Megan Thee Stallion, has teamed up with Nike to create a line of inclusive activewear for women that includes bodysuits, bras, a bomber jacket, cropped t-shirts, shoes, and more. Released online just before her birthday, “Hot Girl Systems” is already selling out quickly – the line is designed with Y2K-inspired graphics and Megan’s signature hottie flames with pieces that could easily double as workout gear and streetwear. Head below to learn more about Hot Girl Systems.
Read MoreJust doob it: Study finds that getting high before a run can increase motivation
A study released by the University of Colorado Boulder found that not only can using cannabis before running improve motivation, but it can also make workouts more enjoyable and increase the euphoria known as “runner’s high.” Head below to learn more.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton Tread+ deliveries delayed
Peloton last month sent an email to members who purchased a Tread+ an update about their Tread+ deliveries, which have now been delayed according to a recent update sent to those who preordered a Tread+. Keep reading below for more details.
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Withings finally adds cycle tracking to its app: Better late than never
Withings is late to the game when it comes to giving users the ability to track their menstrual cycles, but with the release of its ScanWatch Light – a hybrid smartwatch – users can now not only track their cycles with the ScanWatch Light, but also within the Withings app itself. Keep reading below for more details.
Read MoreOur three favorite home gym setups this week, where simplicity is key
When setting up and designing a home gym, it’s not necessary to have a ton of equipment in order to get an effective, full-body workout, which is what we love about our three favorite home gyms this week: they’re simple in design and in the equipment chosen. Head below to learn more.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton to celebrate Women’s History Month with event in London
March is Women’s History Month, and Peloton will host a special event at Peloton Studios London to celebrate. Keep reading below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseUsing the Vitruvian Trainer – what’s it actually like? [video]
Digital strength training devices like the Vitruvian Trainer are becoming more and more popular for home gyms. So in the video below, I want to help answer as many as I can to help those interested decide if a machine like Vitruvian would be a great fit for you.
Expand Expanding CloseHow Apple Watch compares with Garmin in 2024 [video]
One of the most frequent questions I see every year are from those trying to decide between purchasing an Apple or Garmin sports watch. In the video below, I break down the biggest differences between them, as well as my experience using the two brands in 2024.
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Strava partners with Fi Smart Collar for pup-tivity tracking
Strava, a leading digital community for athletes with over 120 million members, today announced its new partnership with Fi – a smart connected dog collar and health platform. Head below to learn more.
Read MoreIs BowFlex bowing out of business?
Vancouver-based fitness company, BowFlex, is running out of money and is doubtful that it will be able to stay in business, according to The Portland Business Journal. Keep reading below for more details.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton is triumphant in lawsuit, keeps Bike+ name
Back in May of 2021, World Champ Tech LLC filed a lawsuit against Peloton, claiming that the connected fitness company infringed on a trademark that the company owned – the name being “Bike+”. Head below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseGarmin debuts Forerunner 165, a lower-cost runner’s watch with plenty of bells and whistles
Garmin yesterday announced the newest smartwatch to its lineup, the Forerunner 165. It’s a more affordable GPS running smartwatch that will help people of all skill levels to meet their personalized fitnes goals. Head below to learn more about the Garmin Forerunner 165.
Expand Expanding CloseHow much water are we actually supposed to drink in a day?
With the virality of #WaterTok, a trending hashtag on TikTok, questions about how much water we are meant to consume is once again making the rounds in various news outlets and on social media. When you add in the explosive popularity of a Stanley Cup 40-ounce tumbler, the question of how much water is enough water per day is an especially curious one. Head below to learn more.
Expand Expanding ClosePhysical activity can help with depression, but only if you stick with it
In a new Chinese study, results found that while exercise can definitely help to alleviate feelings of depression, it only does so if you persist with that exercise. Head below the fold to learn more.
Expand Expanding CloseWomen benefit more from cardiovascular exercise than men do, and with less of it
In findings reported by a National Institute of Health study, it was discovered that women required less physical activity than men did to reach their “maximum survival benefit.” Keep reading below for more details.
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Peloton’s Presidents’ Day Sale takes up to $600 off at-home workout gear, guides, more
The Peloton Presidents’ Day Sale is live through February 29 and has a variety of savings across the board, from Peloton Bike and Bike+ equipment packages to individual bikes and Peloton Guides. The Peloton Bike+ Ultimate Package is now available for $2,390, marked down from $2,990. The Peloton Bike+ Ultimate Package has everything you need for an elite exercise experience, including the Peloton Bike+, cycling shoes, light weights, a water bottle, a Bike mat, a reversible workout mat, and three sets of dumbbells. Shipping is free, and Bike+ setup is included. Head below to learn more about Peloton’s Presidents’ Day Sale.
Read MoreAmerica’s most popular sport just got a new training device: Meet Bzer, the first mini pickleball
Ed Beazer, who picked up pickleball four years ago along with millions of other Americans, has created the sport’s first mini pickleball to help people improve their overall pickleball game. Keep reading below for more details.
Expand Expanding CloseLululemon flexes its tech muscles, experiments with generative AI
Like so many other companies, brands, and organizations, athleisure giant lululemon is looking to leverage the use of artificial intelligence for its customers on its e-commerce platform. Keep reading for more details.
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See what the Peloton hype is about with a $395 discount on Bike+ at $2,100, more
For a limited time only on Amazon, you can now get 16% off the Peloton Bike+, which brings the price to $2,100 marked down from $2,495. The Peloton Bike+ provides an immersive, state-of-the-art exercise experience that allows you to workout from the comfort of your home with one of Peloton’s popular instructors on the 21.5-inch sweat-proof screen and rear-facing, built-in speakers. You can see exactly which muscles you are working out over a 30-day span and then target those muscle groups as you see fit. Head below to learn more about the Peloton Bike+.
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