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Fitness tech has evolved beyond activity trackers like the Apple Watch and Fitbit. Today, there are hundreds of streaming workout and wellness apps from brands like Nike, Equinox, and ClassPass to help track your exercises and reach your fitness goals There’s also been a boom in connected fitness equipment like Peloton, Mirror, and Tonal that are paving the way for on-demand workouts from the comfort of your home, with additional content like meditation, yoga, and mobility training to boost mind and body health.

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Peloton’s Lanebreak video game is finally herePeloton’s Lanebreak video game is finally here
Peloton’s new CEO says a sale isn’t in the cardsPeloton’s new CEO says a sale isn’t in the cards
Fired Peloton employees crash new CEO’s first all-handsFired Peloton employees crash new CEO’s first all-hands
Garmin’s Instinct 2 Solar claims to have ‘unlimited’ battery lifeGarmin’s Instinct 2 Solar claims to have ‘unlimited’ battery life
Peloton’s lead hardware engineer is leaving the company tooPeloton’s lead hardware engineer is leaving the company too
What on Earth is going on with Peloton?What on Earth is going on with Peloton?
Peloton is cutting 20 percent of workforce as CEO steps downPeloton is cutting 20 percent of workforce as CEO steps down
Amazon named as possible Peloton buyer in a suspiciously well-timed rumorAmazon named as possible Peloton buyer in a suspiciously well-timed rumor
Les Mills is jumping into the metaverse with VR boxingLes Mills is jumping into the metaverse with VR boxing
Echelon persuades USPTO that Peloton’s streaming tech is unpatentableEchelon persuades USPTO that Peloton’s streaming tech is unpatentable
Peloton’s latest gadget is a $90 heart rate monitor for your armPeloton’s latest gadget is a $90 heart rate monitor for your arm
Polar Grit X Pro review: a fitness watch that matches your fit

It’s not perfect, but there’s a lot to like for outdoorsy athletes

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Yet another TV show features a character having a heart attack on a PelotonYet another TV show features a character having a heart attack on a Peloton
Light sensors on wearables struggle with dark skin and obesityLight sensors on wearables struggle with dark skin and obesity
Peloton’s woes continue as it temporarily halts bike, treadmill productionPeloton’s woes continue as it temporarily halts bike, treadmill production
Strava can help you avoid the runs on those long runsStrava can help you avoid the runs on those long runs
Garmin adds touchscreen and flashlight to its best multisport watchGarmin adds touchscreen and flashlight to its best multisport watch
Garmin Vivomove Sport review: the right mix of form and function

Finally, a Garmin hybrid that checks off all the boxes

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NordicTrack will now let you yell at its smart dumbbellsNordicTrack will now let you yell at its smart dumbbells
Apple Fitness Plus is adding audio running workoutsApple Fitness Plus is adding audio running workouts
Garmin’s newest smartwatches aren’t limited to fitness buffsGarmin’s newest smartwatches aren’t limited to fitness buffs
Withings’ new scale has a retractable handle that measures EKGs and segmented body compositionWithings’ new scale has a retractable handle that measures EKGs and segmented body composition
Wondercise Studio wants to replace Zoom for connected fitness classesWondercise Studio wants to replace Zoom for connected fitness classes
Peloton scrubs viral ads starring Chris Noth after the Mr. Big actor is accused of sexual assaultPeloton scrubs viral ads starring Chris Noth after the Mr. Big actor is accused of sexual assault
Peloton rival Echelon’s new connected bike is fit for the clubPeloton rival Echelon’s new connected bike is fit for the club
Amazon Halo View review: the Fitbit clone no one asked for

It didn’t have to be like this

Victoria Song
Peloton responds to surprise death in And Just Like That... with new commercialPeloton responds to surprise death in And Just Like That... with new commercial
Peloton really wants you to know that what happened to Big isn’t because of its bikePeloton really wants you to know that what happened to Big isn’t because of its bike
What Peloton’s growing pains mean for at-home fitnessWhat Peloton’s growing pains mean for at-home fitness
Peloton is suing its rivals over its on-demand classesPeloton is suing its rivals over its on-demand classes
Peloton takes on strength training with its $495 Guide camera system, coming in 2022Peloton takes on strength training with its $495 Guide camera system, coming in 2022
Peloton finally adds a pause button for its on-demand classes on its bikesPeloton finally adds a pause button for its on-demand classes on its bikes
Tempo’s simplified smart home gym uses an iPhone to track your workoutsTempo’s simplified smart home gym uses an iPhone to track your workouts
Fitness app Supernatural is becoming part of Meta after Facebook touts VR fitnessFitness app Supernatural is becoming part of Meta after Facebook touts VR fitness
Supernatural, the VR workout app, adds boxing for more varietySupernatural, the VR workout app, adds boxing for more variety
Amazon Basics ripped off accessories, now Amazon is coming for gadgetsAmazon Basics ripped off accessories, now Amazon is coming for gadgets
Amazon announces new wearable and services to try to make you fitterAmazon announces new wearable and services to try to make you fitter
Fitbit Charge 5 review: touchscreen fatigue

The hardware is nice, but no physical button is a big step back

Jay Peters
Apple Fitness Plus is getting Group Workouts and PilatesApple Fitness Plus is getting Group Workouts and Pilates

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