All Health & Wellness articles
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News briefsAlo Yoga will open a large store on the Champs-Elysées
The new opening next year is part of the brand’s international expansion.
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News briefsSmart-ring producer en route to $11bn valuation
Ōura Health Oy, the Finnish maker of the Oura ring fitness tracker, is raising $875 million in Series E funding.
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ArticleAsics: A 15-minute walk delivers more lasting benefits than a wellness holiday
Asics is encouraging people to take an Everyday Escape.
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ArticlePeloton launches commercial hardware line and AI coaching program
Peloton enters commercial fitness with Pro Series hardware and AI-driven coaching, marking the next phase of its turnaround.
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News briefsThe fittest cities in America for 2025
The 18th annual ACSM American Fitness Index ranked 100 largest cities based on 35 indicators.
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News briefsTechnogym inaugurates US headquarters in Jersey City
The new HQ represents a significant investment in logistics and customer-support infrastructure.
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ArticleRetail: Last call for a mindset shift
As the retail landscape undergoes profound change, Christina Kässhöfer calls for a change in the way retailers think.
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ArticleOutlook 2025: Chances for the sporting goods industry
What does 2025 have in store for the sporting goods industry? Our comprehensive analysis finds six opportunities for growth.
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ArticleExploring the intersection of sport, health, and innovation at ISPO Munich
Health is no longer just a personal goal, it’s a global conversation. At ISPO Munich, this conversation is front and center, uniting leaders across sports, wellness, and technology.
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ArticleTrailfulness: Embracing mental well-being as a strategic imperative in the outdoor industry
In a mini-series of articles brand strategist Fredrik Ekström reveals not only consumer insights but shows strategic opportunities for brands how to evolve a deeper relationship with their customers. In this second out of four articles Ekström explains how (mental) well-being can become a crucial part for their products, services and storytelling. For this he also introduces the expression of “Trailfulness”.
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ArticleHow to turn sports passion into movement
The sports world must confront reality: there is very limited data that suggests major sporting events significantly boost long-term sports participation.
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ArticleMichelle Obama’s Plezi Nutrition joins forces with Stephen and Ayesha Curry
Plezi Nutrition, a public benefit company co-founded by former First Lady Michelle Obama in 2023, is teaming up with Stephen and Ayesha Curry as investors and brand partners.
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ArticleGlobal decline of physical movement and how the sporting goods industry can take up this challenge
The global decline in physical activity poses serious health risks, and the sporting goods industry is uniquely positioned to address this challenge through innovative initiatives.
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ArticleDriven by purpose: the social impact of sport
Sport is a powerful force for positive social change, promoting inclusion, teamwork, and mental wellbeing. From grassroots initiatives to global campaigns, leading brands like Nike, Puma, and Adidas are using their platforms to foster community, support equality, and champion important social causes.
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ArticleWFSGI CEO Emma Zwiebler: “We need to tackle the physical activity crisis by harnessing the power of our industry”
Physical inactivity is on the rise, posing a major threat to public health and the sporting goods industry.
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News briefsXponential acquires metabolic health brand, partners with fitness and dance platform
Xponential Fitness has agreed to acquire the metabolic health brand Lindora. Under the terms of the transaction, Lindora’s 31 clinics will become Xponential franchise locations, and Xponential will acquire all of Lindora’s intellectual property and franchise the brand globally. The transaction is expected to close in early 2024. Founded ...
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ArticleLululemon to host World Mental Health Day activities around the globe
Canadian company Lululemon is launching a series of interactive wellness events in communities around the world in honor of World Mental Health Day on Oct. 10, 2023. The day aims to raise awareness and create positive change around the world through mental health education. Planned events range from collaborative sweat ...
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News briefsAmazon winds down its line of Halo health and fitness devices
Amazon has announced that it will stop supporting Halo, effective July 31, 2023. In practical terms, it means that beginning on Aug. 1, 2023, Halo devices and the Halo app will no longer function. The decision was due to “significant headwinds, including an increasingly crowded segment and an uncertain economic ...
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ArticleWFSGI cooperates with WHO to improve global health
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Federation of Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Geneva that establishes a framework for collaboration to improve global health through increased physical activity and sports participation. Recent industry data shows that health and well-being are on ...
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News briefsZalando reports a “healthy balance sheet” for 2022
Zalando has released its figures for 2022, stating that all financial figures came within the ranges of the updated company guidance despite a challenging economic backdrop. GMV grew 3 percent to 14.8 billion euros in 2022, with revenue stable at 10.3 billion euros compared with a year ago. Adjusted earnings ...
