January 14, 2021

The science behind cold weather and running performance

Here is the physiology behind why the cold weather can make one slow down - and how to counteract it. Canadian Running

January 14, 2021

OnePlus reveals budget fitness tracker Band

The OnePlus Band can track fitness and sleep, as well as blood oxygen saturation and heart rate, with a battery life of up to two weeks, in an 1.1-inch AMOLED display with touch controls. It can also link up to phones to display notifications, control music playback and other features....

January 14, 2021

Group Fitness Trends Set To Shape The Next Decade

What trends will define the 2020s? A new book from EuropeActive, “HORIZON 2030 – The future of the health and fitness sector,” sets out to address that very question, combining expert insights with the latest industry data to chart the course ahead - predicting continued expansion for clubs over the...

January 14, 2021

Nike Sues Nearly 600 Websites For Selling Counterfeit Sneakers

The lawsuit was filed against 589 websites allegedly selling counterfeit versions of its Nike and Converse shoes online, including the owners of 676 social media accounts and more than 100 unidentified companies and individuals for alleged counterfeit activity. SGB Media

January 14, 2021

The Best Fitness Tech of CES 2021

The fitness cupboard was hardly bare at this week's virtual Consumer Electronics Show, which showcased not only some excellent at-home fitness tech, but also promising releases for shaping up outside. Here are some eye-catching trends and items with the potential to have a big impact on your fitness ambitions in...

January 14, 2021

Google completes purchase of Fitbit

Google has completed its $2.1 billion acquisition of Fitbit, its devices, not data. The deal won’t affect how third-party fitness trackers work with Android, or how Fitbit works with other non-Google services. The Verge

January 13, 2021

Big 5 Q4 Comparable Sales Jump 10.5%

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation reported sales results for the fiscal 2020 fourth quarter and full year ended January 3, 2021. Net sales were $290.5 million compared to net sales of $244.1 million for the 13-week fourth quarter of fiscal 2019. Same store sales increased 10.5% for the fourth quarter...

January 13, 2021

The science behind the runner’s high

Recent research suggests endorphins may not be behind the mood-boosting effects of running. Canadian Running

January 13, 2021

Lights & helmets that talk to cars? Trek & Specialized get closer w/ B2V prototypes

Still in the prototype phase, but Trek and Specialized have come up with intriguing prototypes that include B2V integration. Trek is working on a prototype Flare RT+B2V tail light, while Specialized is working on integrating the technology into their Ride App and ANGi helmet impact monitors. BikeRumor!

January 12, 2021

What does it take to qualify for the Boston Marathon?

The Boston Qualifier Questionnaire offers some insight into what runners who’ve qualified for Boston do that separates them from the rest. Canadian Running

January 12, 2021

This ‘smart mask’ is like a fitness tracker for your environment and lungs

We track our steps, our heartbeats, our sleep. Now, the mask company AirPop has unveiled a product and companion app that tracks our breath, our air quality, and our mask filter's effectiveness. Mashable

January 11, 2021

Leadership Changes, Mass Layoffs Continue at NYRR

New York Road Runners (NYRR) made another round of large-scale staff cuts following the cancellation of almost a year’s worth of road races amid the pandemic. Jim Heim, race director of the New York City Marathon and Chris Weiller, SVP of media, public relations, and pro athletics will also be...

January 11, 2021

Tracksmith Made Running Culture Something You Can Buy

The brand's ethos signals a departure from an apparel industry that has been dominated by giant shoe companies. But can it stay true to the soul of the sport? Outside

January 11, 2021

Lululemon Adds Another Nike Veteran to its Exec Team

Blanca Gonzalez will join the fitness company on Feb. 1 as its head merchant, SVP, global merchandising. Gonzalez was most recently VP and GM of Nike North America’s Los Angeles/West territory. Footwear News

January 11, 2021

Keep’s $2B Valuation

Keep, China’s most popular fitness app, closed a $360 million Series F financing round, putting Keep’s current value at approximately $2 billion. SoftBank’s Vision Fund led the round, which also included Hillhouse Capital, Coatue Management and Tencent. GGV Capital, Bertelsmann Asia Investments, 5Y Capital and Jeneration Capital also participated. Front...

January 10, 2021

TREK sued for $5 million over Wavecel helmet claims.

Treks claims that the Wavecel’s honeycomb-like design was found to be 48 times more effective in preventing concussions from cycling accidents. The suit, however, states Trek’s claims of improved safety are “false, deceptive and misleading” as the helmet does not perform adequately in most situations. Road Bike Action

January 8, 2021

NY man charges that Trek’s Bontrager WaveCel helmet safety claims are misleading

Trek Bicycle is being sued for $5 million by a New York man who says the company is making misleading claims that its Bontrager WaveCel helmets are safer than other brands. Bicycle Retailer

January 7, 2021

IOC reconfirms commitment to Olympic Games following Tokyo’s state of emergency

Tokyo announced today that it would be transitioning into a Stage 4 shutdown. Despite a state of emergency being declared in Tokyo, the host city of the Olympic Games this summer, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has remained committed to making sure the games continue as scheduled. SwimSwam 

January 7, 2021

Ironman Organizers Get Win In COVID-19 Cancelation Suit

A Florida judge on Thursday ended a proposed class suit accusing the company behind Ironman triathlons of not refunding fees for races canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, ruling that the "no refunds" clause of the participant contract is both clear and not unconscionable. Law360

January 7, 2021

New AI ‘smart’ cycling shorts equipped with sensors and wires that emit electrical currents into rider’s muscles to improve performance

While technology had previously been used to enhance other areas of cycling equipment, riding shorts have remained largely unchanged. The company also plans to utilise the same technology for other activities too, such as for runners and gym-goers. Daily Mail

January 6, 2021

Emerald Acquires Company Behind Elastic Suite

Emerald, the parent company of Surf Expo and Outdoor Retailer announced that it has acquired PlumRiver, the company behind Elastic Suite, a digital B2B platform for a total purchase price at closing $34 million, including $30 million in cash and the rest in stock. Shop Eat Surf

January 6, 2021

Endurance Exchange request for proposal for 2021-23 conference now available

USA Triathlon has released the Request for Proposal for the next Endurance Exchange, set to occur in late 2021 or early 2022, then again in late 2022 or early 2023. This is open to all convention and visitors bureaus, sports commissions, and event venues interested in hosting USA Triathlon's premier...

January 6, 2021

More Than Ever, Triathlon Clubs Matter

When COVID-19 restrictions put a halt to workouts and adventures with training buddies, what did that mean for triathlon clubs? Here are four clubs who are doing it right from which we can all learn from. triathlete

January 5, 2021

A OnePlus fitness tracker is on the way — here’s what we know

OnePlus Band is launching on January 11 in India, and here are some of its specs: 24/7 heart rate + SpO2 blood saturation monitoring, sleep tracking, 1.1" touch amoled display, 14 days battery, IP68 and 13 exercise modes. PLUGG

January 5, 2021

Most Fitness-Friendly Places for 2021

To locate the most fitness-friendly places for 2021, Smart Asset compared 301 metropolitan areas across the following metrics: percentage of residents who walk or bike to work, fitness professionals per 10,000 workers, fitness establishments per 10,000 establishments, the percentage of restaurants that are fast-food establishments and the average wage of...