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August 26, 2024
Rampaging Edmonton Marathon runner claims he was drugged with meth
On Sunday, Aug. 18, thousands of runners participating in the 2024 Servus Edmonton Marathon, were concerned when a disturbing incident involving a University of Alberta student, who was detained by police, allegedly assaulted other marathon runners at the 27 km mark. Days later, the student/runner shared his side of the...
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August 26, 2024
How To Make AI Your Secret Weapon For Achieving Your Fitness Goals
People who are interested in their personal fitness continually look for ways to improve in all areas that impact their wellness – from better nutrition, better sleep, practicing mindfulness and meditation, to improved insights on their overall health. It comes as little surprise then that the fitness and wellness industry...
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August 26, 2024
Shimano patents electric, self-adjusting cycling shoes
Shimano has been granted a US patent on a wireless electronic cleat system for cycling shoes. The system is used to adjust the position of the shoe relative to your pedals as you ride. It allows fore+aft and lateral positioning via inputs from rider and bike sensors. These generate data...
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August 24, 2024
Major triathlon race cancelled on safety grounds after road users fail to obey local closures
Challenge Sandefjord in Norway was cancelled on Saturday on safety grounds as road users failed to obey closures in the town and surrounding area after signs were removed. Pros and Age Groupers from all over Norway and 26 countries around the world had descended on the Scandanavian venue for what...
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August 23, 2024
Hayes Performance Systems lays off less than 10% of its workforce
Hayes Performance Systems laid off an unspecified number of employees Thursday, the latest company in the industry to show the effects of a stagnant bike market. An industry source familiar with the situation told BRAIN that less than 10% of the workforce that manufactures brakes, suspension systems, wheels, and components...
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August 22, 2024
Peloton’s Q4 Earnings and Strength Push Send Shares Soaring Over 30%
The connected fitness company’s total revenue for Q4 was $643.6 million for the three months ending June 30 ($212.1 million of connected fitness products revenue and $431.4 million of subscription revenue), up from $642.1 million last year and outperforming its $618 – $643 million guidance range. Peloton ended Q4 with...
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August 21, 2024
Want To Live Longer? Science Says To Stretch
Research reveals that middle-aged individuals with higher flexibility, measured by the Flexindex, show reduced mortality risks. This study, involving over 3,000 participants, found that better flexibility is linked to a significant decrease in death rates, underlining the importance of including flexibility exercises in regular fitness routines to potentially extend life...
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August 21, 2024
Peloton Integrates Kindle Books into Workout Experience
Peloton, which is scheduled to release its Q4 earnings this week, has partnered with Amazon so Pelotoners can immerse themselves in their Kindle books while working up a sweat. Members are able to access their Kindle library through the entertainment tab, allowing for a full-screen experience on the Peloton Bike,...
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August 20, 2024
Inflatable Bike Helmet Folds Like Origami: Check Out the Wild Ventete aH-1
As much as the cycling industry touts technological breakthroughs and the slimmest marginal gains in aerodynamics and weight, the most important piece of safety gear has remained largely unchanged in materials or construction since the mid-1970s. Cycling helmets have become much lighter, safer, more aerodynamic, ventilated, and comfortable, but the basic construction still involves...
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August 19, 2024
Fitness App Industry Set to Reach $4.3 Billion by 2030
The global fitness app market is poised for significant expansion, with projections indicating growth from $1.5 billion in 2023 to $4.3 billion by 2030, according to the newly released Fitness Apps – Global Strategic Business Report. The report forecasts a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.4% over the forecast period, driven...
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