You don’t need a fancy gym or a personal trainer yelling in your ear to get fit. You’ve got the most underrated tool in the game: walking. And now, thanks to tech, it’s easier than ever to turn your daily steps into serious results. We tested the best walking apps out there. Here are the […]
Penn State Athletics has rolled out WHOOP 4.0 wearables across the entire program to monitor strain, recovery, and overall wellness. The initiative, using WHOOP Unite and individual dashboards, aims to empower athletes — and boost team-wide health insights. This is performance powered by data, straight from the field. Wearables Move From Gym to Locker Room Penn […]
The New MVP: Recovery Spaces In today’s fitness world, one thing’s clear: recovery isn’t optional. It’s essential. For athletes, weekend warriors, and gymgoers chasing consistent performance, recovery has become the secret weapon. And facilities across the country are catching on—expanding their recovery zones with tools like saunas, hyperbaric oxygen chambers, compression therapy, and even Himalayan […]
If your regular walks are starting to feel… too easy, it might be time to level up. Enter rucking—the old-school military workout that’s quickly becoming this year’s go-to fitness upgrade. All it takes? A backpack and some weight. Originally developed for soldiers carrying gear over long distances, rucking has become a civilian favorite for good […]
Quick, Intense, Effective What if a 20-minute sweat session could outperform long cardio marathons? That’s the promise of high‑intensity interval training (HIIT). Research from Canada’s McGill and McMaster Universities reveals that brief bursts of all‑out exercise—like 1‑minute sprints with equal rest—can nearly double fitness gains over standard moderate workouts, even among stroke survivors. Short Workouts, […]
You wipe down gym equipment, right? Good. Because skipping it might cost you. One Maryland woman recently picked up a nasty case of ringworm after skipping that simple step. While gyms may not be the germ hotspots we fear, shared surfaces still carry risks—and gym wipes play a bigger role than you might think. Yes, […]
Forget fads. Wellness in 2025 is serious business — and it’s going way beyond abs and protein shakes. This year, it’s all about living longer, feeling stronger, and using smarter tools to get there. We’re talking personalized supplements, brain-friendly wearables, and gut health routines built just for you — not your Instagram feed. We pulled […]
Tracking your steps and calories is great — but today’s fitness tech is doing something even bigger: helping you feel better. Because let’s face it, we’re not just burned out physically. Mentally, we’re fried. From stress to anxiety to lack of sleep, your fitness gear can now do more than count reps — it can […]
These days, working out isn’t just about breaking a sweat — it’s about hitting reset. More gyms are evolving into full-body wellness spaces, where mental health matters just as much as muscle. Because let’s be real — looking good means nothing if you’re still feeling stressed. With anxiety on the rise (43% of U.S. adults […]
Los Angeles isn’t just about celebrity workouts anymore—it’s now the testing ground for the future of fitness. Artemis, a cutting-edge fitness center powered entirely by artificial intelligence, just opened in the city. And it’s not messing around. “We didn’t build another gym,” says Artemis CEO Jonathan Hoffman. “We built the smartest fitness experience in the […]
If you’re running a fitness facility and you’re not paying attention to AI, you’re already behind. We’re not talking about some Silicon Valley buzzword. We’re talking real-world tech that’s changing how gyms operate and how members train. The facilities that figure this out early? They’re the ones who win. Smarter Operations, Better Business AI isn’t […]
The connected fitness industry has its share of challenges, but there’s no denying its growing presence. As gyms and studios slowly recover from the pandemic, at-home fitness is still going strong. Top executives from leading fitness brands are doubling down on personalization, strength training, and AI-powered experiences to ensure their products meet the needs of […]
The Fitness World in Europe Is About to Get Shaken Up If you thought the European fitness market was crowded enough—think again. Orangetheory Fitness and Anytime Fitness, now under one powerhouse parent company called Purpose Brands, are about to flip the script. This isn’t some slow, cautious entry. This is a full-throttle move to dominate. […]
Stretch Every Dollar: Maintain, Don’t Replace Make your fitness equipment last—and your budget go further. Why Maintenance Matters More Than Ever In a volatile economy, every dollar counts—and nowhere is that more true than in fitness facilities, gyms, and home setups across the country. Instead of rushing to replace aging machines, smart operators are pivoting […]
The seated leg press machine is a staple in any well-equipped gym, offering a powerful lower body workout without the need for a spotter. This versatile machine is a go-to for beginners and seasoned lifters alike, targeting multiple muscle groups and providing a controlled way to build strength. Let’s break down what makes this machine […]
Whether you’re a regular at your local gym, a personal trainer building your brand, or just someone passionate about wellness—you’ve probably noticed that fitness is changing. Fast. Behind the workouts, playlists, and progress pics, there’s a whole movement happening in the business of fitness. And it’s shaping the way we train, connect, and invest in […]