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February 15, 2022
Study: cushioned shoes won’t ruin your form
New research says highly-cushioned shoes don't negatively affect your running biomechanics. lot of runners prefer soft, cushioned shoes, but some worry they might have a negative effect on their running mechanics. Recently, a couple of Harvard researchers set out to find out how these highly-cushioned shoes affect your running form...
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February 14, 2022
SFIA’s Topline Report Finds Continued Pandemic Benefit To Activity Rates
SFIA’s Topline Report showed that America’s inactivity rate declined for the second year in a row, reaching its lowest levels in the organization’s annual survey. Pandemic-friendly activities, including tennis, golf, running, hiking, yoga, skateboarding, and surfing, continued in popularity while other categories, including team sports that declined in 2020, show...
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February 14, 2022
New Peloton CEO Not Interested In Sale
New Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy said the company has big plans, but they don’t involve a sale. The connected fitness giant had reportedly drawn interest from Amazon and Nike, who saw opportunity in Peloton’s depressed stock price. The company has lost around 77% of its value over the last 12...
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February 14, 2022
Strava runner creates incredible drawing to celebrate Lunar New Year
In celebration of the Lunar New Year, the Picasso of Strava, Lenny Maughan, sketched out a tiger by running the streets of his hometown, San Francisco, and it is easily the most intricate piece of Strava art we’ve yet seen. Canadian Running
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February 14, 2022
Peter Woods steps down as president and CEO of Dorel Sports
Peter Woods has stepped down as president and CEO of Dorel Sports, Bicycle Retailer & Industry Newshas reported. The decision was mutually agreed on, according to a Pon Holdings release, and Woods will continue working for Pon.Bike as a special advisor until the end of the year. In this role,...
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February 13, 2022
Exercising right after vaccination can boost immune response
New research from Iowa State University has found a long bout of moderately intense exercise following COVID-19 or influenza vaccination can amplify the body’s immune response. The study showed 90 minutes of exercise immediately after vaccination increased antibody responses four weeks later. New Atlas
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February 13, 2022
Peloton’s Ride to Greatness Is Now an Uphill Battle
Blackwells, which owns a collective 5% of Peloton, has been outspoken about its misgivings regarding Peloton’s management. Over the past year, Peloton has seen its share price erode roughly 76% amidst myriad issues ranging from the supply chain to pricing to safety. The cumulative mishaps seemingly came to a head...
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February 11, 2022
Under Armour Reports $1.53B In Q4 Revenue
With a net income of $109.7 million, Under Armour saw revenue increases across the globe during the quarter, with help from higher prices of hoodies and leggings. North American revenue jumped 15% to $1.1 billion, with international revenue growing 3% to $461 million. Despite accessories sales falling 27% to $107 million, apparel grew...
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February 10, 2022
Porsche acquires minority interest in Fazua e-bike drive system brand
Porsche announced Thursday plans to acquire a 20% stake in the German e-bike drive system manufacturer Fazua GmbH and also will partner with Pon Holdings' Ponooc Investment B.V. Bicycle Retailer
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February 10, 2022
PTO price drop: Age-group entry fees cut by 50% after athlete feedback
The PTO (Professional Triathletes Organisation) has reacted swiftly to athlete feedback by slashing age-group entry fees for its marquee 2022 races. After only a few short weeks though the PTO Athlete Board has voted unanimously to reduce those prices. And on Thursday a statement confirmed they will be cut by...
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