Laura is a dedicated gym-goer, a sucker for anything with sugar, and a fan of all four Michigan seasons. She has also written articles for 9to5Mac and Electrek.
In 2020, a group of California researchers wanted to see if fitness trackers, such as the Oura Ring, could detect early signs and symptoms of COVID-19 (spoiler: they can). What the study also found, however, was a correlation between the depressive symptoms reported by the study’s participants with the body temperature data that Oura provides. Head below to learn more.
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If you, like so many others, struggle to find time to exercise throughout your day, micro-workouts might be just what you are looking for. Head below to learn more about the benefits of micro-workouts.
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In a new series of classes now available from Peloton, the connected fitness company has introduced creative ways in which to incorporate exercise while commuting to and from work. Head below for more details about Peloton’s “Hack the Commute.”
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As first reported by Bloomberg, thousands of yoga instructors have signed a petition urging Lululemon to convert its supply chain into renewable energy. Keep reading below for more details.
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As a reward for making it to the Super Bowl, the San Fransisco 49ers have each been gifted a Peloton Bike and a pair of cycling shoes – this is not the first time that the 49ers have taken care of its players, though. Head below to learn more.
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With pickleball being the fastest-growing sport in America for two consecutive years in a row, companies have begun to create clothing designed with pickleball players in mind. My pickleball partner and I have spent several hours on the court with AVI’s activewear, and there is a lot to love about what they are creating. Head below to learn more.
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Zwift, an indoor cycling and training app that connects players from all over the world, announced earlier this week its second round of layoffs within the last year. Additionally, co-CEO Kurt Beidler resigned. Keep reading to learn more.
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Even though Black History Month started on February 1, Peloton announced on Monday its plans for 2024 Black History Month including new classes, content, and celebrations. Head below for more details.
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At Connect the Watts, we love looking at home gyms and seeing what types of equipment and design choices people make to optimize their space – it offers us a glimpse into the lives of other fitness-minded people. Today’s at-home gym setup offers plenty of five-star equipment, including a Peloton Bike and an Assault Fitness AssaultBike, but with the exception of the dumbbells, there is no color to be seen anywhere. Head below to learn more.
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Therabody, producer of the Theragun, has launched its Valentine’s Day Sale including hot and cold rings, mini massage guns, regular-sized massage guns, and recovery items. Free shipping on orders over $99. The Theragun Sense Percussion Massage Gun is now available for $249 and is a scientifically-proven massage gun that helps to relieve aches and pains while also improving sleep; additionally, the Sense Percussion Massage Gun is HSA/FSA eligfible, meaning you can apply for cost reimbursement. Head below for more details on Therabody’s Valentine’s Day Sale.
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A team of researchers from the National University of Singapore’s School of Computing (NUS Computing) have introduced AiSee, an assistive wearable device designed to help people who have visual impairments to better “see” objects around them with the help of AI technology. Head below for more details.
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If you find yourself dragging or lacking energy throughout the day and coffee isn’t enough to keep you motivated, give this easy 5-minute yoga routine a try. Head below for more details.
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I’ve had my Lumie Bodyclock for about 10 days, and now that I’ve figured out how to configure the settings in a way that makes the most sense for me, it has become my New Favorite Thing that I own. Head below to learn more about the Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 700FM.
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With Dry January having come to a close, people are (literally) returning to their patterns of yesteryear which means reinstating the wine-with-dinners, the Friday happy hours, the beers-with-the-boys. However, with the continuous growth of the sober curious community and the explosion of mocktails on restaurant menus, people are questioning their relationship with alcohol and wanting to make healthier choices. Head below for five ways that you can improve your relationship with alcohol in 2024.
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The newest fitness craze popularized on (where else?) TikTok called “Cozy Cardio” is meant to help people enjoy working out with minimal output from the comfort of their home while watching a movie or perhaps their favorite Netflix show. Head below to learn more.
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All anyone has been able to talk about for the last several days is the debut of the Apple Vision Pro, Apple’s $3,500 mixed-reality headset that utilizes spatial computing. Not to be outdone, Meta announced on Thursday, February 1, that Meta Quest would also have spatial computing capabilities. Head below the fold to learn more.
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Peloton this morning released its second-quarter 2024 results, which included a second-quarter loss and an admittance by CEO Barry McCarthy that the company would not be free cash flow positive for the overall year. Head below to learn more.
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The Amazfit Helio Ring – debuted earlier this year at CES – is welcoming Kelvin Kiptum to its ambassador team; Kiptim is the current men’s marathon world record holder. Keep reading below the fold for more details.
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I have been using my 1More Fit Open Earbuds for a week now in place of my second-generation Apple AirPods, and I have become strangely fond of these over-the-ear headphones (I didn’t expect to). The sound quality is solid, the fit is comfortable, and they charge quickly. Head below for more details on the 1More Fit Open Earbuds.
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The Ironman Group announced earlier this week the hiring of Scott DeRue as its new Chief Executive Officer. Prior to this role, DeRue served as President of Equinox. Head below for more details.
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There is a lot to love about the Oura Ring, including its in-depth sleep analysis and its accuracy when tracking physical activity. While Oura Ring has had a Daytime stress feature for some time, it is now rolling out Resilience metrics into the app. Head below to learn more.
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I love a home gym setup that doesn’t have a lot of fuss or muss to it – at the end of the day, all anyone needs is their own body weight and 1-2 pieces of low-tech exercise equipment in order to accomplish a full-body workout. Today’s gym features a trampoline, a seated bench, and a dumbbell set. Head below for more details.
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If you have no idea what a Stanley “Quencher” Cup is – officially known as Quencher H2.0 Flowstate Tumbler – many would consider you lucky. The Stanley Cup craze has taken America by storm, and by America, I mean women of a certain age and demographic. Now, they are concerned with lead in their Stanley Cups. Head below to learn more.
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For a limited time, Nike’s Zoom LeBron 2 shoes for men and women are now nearly half-off and are available for $106. Standard shipping applies – free shipping on over $50 for Nike members. In an homage to LeBron James, the Zoom LeBron 2 shoes are a callback to James’ earlier years on the court. Available in two colorways – navy and white or gold and white – these shoes will have you standing out whether you’re playing a game or running errands. Head below to learn more about Nike’s Zoom LeBron 2 shoes for men and women.
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