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December 16, 2020
Americans exercised more in 2020, according to Strava
Strava reviewed data from more than 73 million users in 2020 for their year-end-report and found that despite working from home, social distancing and shelter-in-place restrictions, the virtual community became stronger than ever. ESPN
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December 15, 2020
USA Cycling just overhauled its youth development system. Here’s why.
The new Olympic Development Academy system charges riders $10,500 to participate, but offers high-performance coaching and racing opportunities to a wider group of cyclists. VeloNews
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December 15, 2020
Canyon bicycles set to be acquired by Groupe Bruxelles Lambert
Canyon sought a new equity partner after its relationship with TSG Consumer Partners concluded earlier in 2020. Canyon founder Roman Arnold still however remains the largest individual shareholder in Canyon, with 40% of its shares. VeloNews
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December 14, 2020
Under Armour Sued Over Claims About Rush Workout Fabric
Under Armour Inc.’s claims about performance-enhancing technology in its UA Rush line of workout wear are allegedly fraudulent. The sports-apparel manufacturer says materials in the Rush fabric absorb energy emitted by the body and reflect it back into tissues and muscles, improving endurance and strength. Bloomberg
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December 14, 2020
Spinning creator files patent infringement lawsuit accusing Peloton of stealing its technology for their stationary bikes
Peloton Interactive has been hit with a patent infringement lawsuit from a company credited with sparking the world's indoor cycling craze over half a century ago. Daily Mail
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December 14, 2020
Why genetics is a poor predictor of athletic talent
You've probably heard people say some athletes have "the right genes" for running, but it turns out that's not very accurate. Canadian Running
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December 14, 2020
First Look: Apple’s new Fitness+ streaming workouts
Outside tests out a preview build of Fitness+, along with the numerous workout and health functions of the Series 6 Watch, which debuted in September.
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December 14, 2020
Documentary ‘The Infinite Race’ examines hard truths about the people who run Mexico’s most controversial foot race
The Infinite Race highlights the complicated relationship between the sport and an indigenous people who, for better or worse, have had their very identity enveloped in a unique manner by their mere association with running. Forbes
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December 11, 2020
Here’s When Lululemon Will Launch Its First-Ever Shoe Collection
Lululemon Athletica Inc. has confirmed the upcoming debut of its inaugural shoe line as it plans to enter the footwear market in the back half of 2021, and will begin selling in early 2022. Footwear News
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December 10, 2020
Lululemon’s Quarterly Revenue Jumps 22% as Online Sales Soar
Athleisure giant Lululemon reported $1.1 billion in net revenue for its 2020 fiscal third quarter after markets closed on Dec. 10. Quarterly revenue jumped 22% as the as an online sales surge more than compensated for a dip in company-operated store sales. Front Office Sports
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