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January 10, 2024
The best wearable and fitness tech of CES 2024: from smart rings to AI coaches
Every year CES – the Consumer Electronics Show – introduces us to a treasure trove of innovative technologies, and that’s no truer than in the fitness and wearables category. CES 2024 has been no different. This year we (thankfully) don’t have toilet-based gadgets we want to highlight, but there are...
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January 10, 2024
Nike’s Record-Breaking Marathon Sneaker Will Return With a New Colorway in April
The latest iteration of Nike’s record-breaking marathon franchise helped ring in the new year, and unsurprisingly, the Alphafly 3 sold out immediately. Those still looking to get their hands on the top-of-the-line runner will be relieved to find out that the sneaker will return in April with a new (and...
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January 9, 2024
The Padded Paradox: The Cost Of Cushioned Running Shoes
Many runners find that max running shoes feel great—like soft, bouncy moon boots or like the shoe is doing the work for you. But highly cushioned shoes are not actually linked to lower levels of impact than traditional running shoes; in fact, they come with a higher vertical average load...
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January 8, 2024
Planet Fitness Nears 20 Million Members Amid Strong Growth
Planet Fitness is winning over consumers as the low-price, high-value fitness franchise nears 20 million members, according to its year-end operational metrics. As of December 31, 2023, the “Judgement Free” fitness franchise grew its membership to approximately 18.7 million members, an increase of 1.7 million since the end of 2022....
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January 8, 2024
Scam Alert: Pivot Cycles Warns Against Fake Vendors Offering High Discounts
Pivot Cycles has raised the alarm about fraudulent websites and social media accounts attempting to deceive potential buyers, usually with enticing discounts on their high-end bicycles. The company warned consumers, urging them to exercise caution and be vigilant against falling victim to these scams. Pivot leaders clarified that they don’t...
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January 5, 2024
Muuvr Raises $4.2M for Rewards-Based Fitness App
Muuvr surpassed its original funding target with a $4.16 million post-seed funding round, the company announced. That, combined with $1.67 million in founder loans, sets Muuvr’s total capital increase at $5.84 million. The post-seed funding round was led by what Muuvr described as “influential private individuals and family offices. Investors...
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January 5, 2024
Oscar Pistorius freed from jail 11 years after murdering girlfriend
South African former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius was released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a crime that shocked a nation inured to violence against women. Pistorius - dubbed "Blade Runner" for his carbon-fibre prosthetic legs - shot 29-year-old model Steenkamp dead...
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January 4, 2024
2023 Garmin Fitness Report
Many people use the new year as an opportunity to set new goals but before getting too focused on how to change habits, take the time to appreciate how far you’ve come. New data shows Garmin customers work year-round to meet their goals — no New Year’s resolutions needed. Garmin.com
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January 4, 2024
America’s Favorite Half Marathons
HalfMarathons.net launched their first vote for the best half marathons in the United States. Voting runs through the end of January. Four winners will be selected to receive prizes from partners training app Runna, retail partner Marathon Sports, and tour operator Rogue Expeditions. The winners will also have their entry to any one...
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January 4, 2024
Peloton to bring its content to TikTok in exclusive partnership
Fitness equipment maker Peloton Interactive (PTON.O) will bring its workout content to short-form video platform TikTok in an exclusive partnership, the companies said on Thursday. The partnership comes as Peloton, shares of which extended gains to jump 9.5% in premarket trading, is pivoting from hardware and transforming into a software-focused...