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Filling office water cooler void, gyms make a comeback

by Matt Levin
Nov 5, 2021
As people look to work out around others again, there's increasing foot traffic at gyms across the country.
Peloton posted disappointing earnings on Thursday. In the meantime, gyms like Planet Fitness have seen an increase in foot traffic.
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Why Peloton users might give the company a competitive edge

by Kai Ryssdal and Sean McHenry
Nov 18, 2019
People who feel alienated from fitness companies like SoulCycle are finding a place at Peloton — and that may help the company's bottom line.
Peloton advertisements often feature luxury apartments, but its users come from different walks of life.
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McDonald's is no longer putting fitness trackers in Happy Meals

by Kai Ryssdal
Aug 17, 2016
Update: As quickly as they came, the trackers are gone.
Children from the Cantagalo 'favela' community enjoy happy meals at McDonalds before heading to the Olympic Rugby 7's on August 11, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 
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How can you be sure a medical app actually works?

by Lauren Silverman
Aug 20, 2014
Some lawyers are calling for more regulation of medical apps.
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Want to get in shape? Get chased by zombies

by Tobin Low
Apr 22, 2014
People will do almost anything to get fit, including using these unconventional fitness apps and wearable tech.
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