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June 12, 2024
Study shows a simple blood test can predict cardiorespiratory fitness – VUMC News – VUMC Reporter
A simple blood test known as a proteomic profile can predict a patient’s cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF), and those with the most fitness can reduce their risk of mortality by 50%, a Vanderbilt-led study recently found. Exercise has long been associated with better health outcomes across a variety of organs and disease...
June 12, 2024
UCI to introduce yellow cards in pro cycling
On Wednesday, the UCI announced several changes for rules in a bid to bolster safety in the pro peloton. Following a spring marred with crashes with many of the top riders in the world, the international governing body is hopeful to avoid future accidents for the rest of the season....
June 12, 2024
Around 20 layoffs expected at GCN as founder buys back company
Around 20 employees are reportedly facing redundancy at GCN as the company's founder, Simon Wear, has bought back a majority stake in the brand from Warner Bros. Discovery. Escape Collective
June 12, 2024
UCI concerned new drug “ten times more powerful than tramadol” could be used by professional cyclists to mask fatigue during races, report suggests
The UCI is reportedly worried about the possibility of a powerful new painkiller making its way into pro races, with riders and teams having been warned of the governing body's "concerns" about the drug "ten times more powerful than tramadol". Le Temps(link is external) broke the story yesterday evening, reporting that...
June 12, 2024
Inaugural Olympic mass marathon reveals stylish finisher medals
For the first time in Olympic history, the host city, Paris, is hosting a mass participation marathon on the evening of Aug. 10, the eve of the women’s Olympic marathon. On Wednesday, the finisher medals for the Marathon Pour Tous (Marathon For All) were unveiled, and they are stunning. The...
June 12, 2024
Life Time Adds AI to App, Eyes Personalized Fitness Recommendations
Life Time has broken new ground, partnering with Microsoft to launch L.AI.C (pronounced lay-see), an AI-driven companion for its members that is housed within the Life Time member app. The luxury athletic country club operator has tapped Microsoft’s AzureOpenAI Service for the new feature, which is rolling out to beta...
June 11, 2024
Apple Makes Fitness Intentions Clear With Latest Watch Updates
Apple today previewed watchOS 11, which will bring exciting new data-driven features to the Watch including a new Vitals app, enhanced pregnancy features, training load measurement, customizable Activity Rings and safety features for late-night and early-morning workouts, demonstrating Apple’s commitment to innovating in the fitness space. The Vitals app allows users...
June 11, 2024
How Olympic Contenders Can ‘Lose Money’ in Elite Running
In July 2022, Eric Holt finished fourth at the U.S. outdoor championships in the men’s 1,500 meters, just a fingernail short of the podium. In the two years since, he’s only gotten better. On Sunday in New York, he ran a lifetime best of 3:34.05, nearly beating ’22 world champion...
June 10, 2024
Saucony Signs Seven-Time USA Track and Field Champion Sam Chelanga
Saucony just bolstered its athlete roster with a seven-time USA Track and Field champion. On Monday, Saucony announced track and field star Sam Chelanga, 39, has signed a professional contract with the brand.Aside from being a seven-time USA Track and Field champion, Chelanga earned the silver medal at the 2023 Pan Am Games in the...
June 10, 2024
Fitbit Has A Patent For Its Own Smart Ring
One of the emerging frontiers of health and fitness tech is the smart ring, though options on that front are limited. For now, the incumbent is Oura, with South Korean tech giant Samsung releasing its own soon. Though it looks like Fitbit may be another player in this segment, as a patent for...