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January 30, 2023
Ultramarathoner sues race organizers after she was hit by motorcycle
A group of race organizers for a 12-hour ultramarathon in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, are being sued for negligence after one runner was hit by a motorcycle driver during the Dec. 17 race, fracturing her ankle. Canadian Running
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January 27, 2023
Most Americans aren’t getting enough exercise, study finds
Less than a third of U.S. adults meet suggested benchmarks for aerobic and muscle-building activities set out by health officials, according to a new study released Thursday. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends healthy adults spend at least 150 minutes per week — roughly 20 minutes a...
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January 26, 2023
Running Specialty Sees Solid Gains In 2022
In a letter to the running specialty industry in its recent newsletter to members, Running Industry Association (RIA) Executive Directory Terry Schalow shed light on trends in the channel and prospects for 2023. The message included data from UQ, the association’s data partner, which analyzes weekly data from reporting retailers....
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January 26, 2023
Giant reportedly looking at US$20 million investment in Stages Cycling
According to media reports in Taiwan, leading global bike manufacturer Giant Group is looking to invest US$20 million in the power meter and indoor cycling brand Stages Cycling. Giant reportedly held an interim board meeting last week – with a strategic investment in Stages expected to be made via Giant’s...
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January 25, 2023
Adidas, MSG Sports Among Backers of Sapphire Sport’s Venture Fund
Some of the largest companies in sports have invested in a new venture capital fund. Sapphire Sport has raised $181 million from a group of investors that include Sinclair Broadcast Group, Adidas, Madison Square Garden Sports, Arctos Sports Partners, City Football Group, and AEG Worldwide. The fund will focus on investments in sports, media,...
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January 25, 2023
Amsterdam’s Underwater Bike Garage Is Next-Level Cycling Infrastructure
Capable of holding up to 7,000 bikes and built at a cost of €60 million ($65.3 million USD), the facility at Amsterdam’s central station isn’t the largest bike garage in the country. It does, however, have a very unique feature: It is located entirely underwater. Bloomberg
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January 24, 2023
After Runners Apply Pressure, Boston Marathon Announces Pregnancy Deferral Policy
After a runner’s Instagram post about the Boston Marathon’s lack of a clear policy around pregnancy deferrals, the Boston Athletics Association is finally taking action. Women's Running
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January 24, 2023
Strava apologizes after price hike backlash: ‘We just moved too fast’
The activity-tracking behemoth responded to a blaze of criticism and canceled subscriptions with an official statement that sought to douse the flames caused by recent confusing price hikes. The past month saw social media simmering with bad vibes when the popular platform increased prices for its premium subscription. VeloNews
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January 24, 2023
Strava will add high-res 3D maps for outdoor activities
Strava routes are about to get three-dimensional. The popular fitness social network announced today that it’s acquired Fatmap, a mobile app known for its 3D maps for outdoor sports like hiking, trail running, skiing, and mountain biking. The Verge
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January 24, 2023
Fitness Chains Dominate Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 Ranking
Entrepreneur’s 44-year-old ranking formula gives each franchise a cumulative score based on its analysis of more than 150 data points. The 500 franchises with the highest cumulative score are ranked from 1 to 500. The ranking accounts for costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, financial strength, and...
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