CrossFit Games: Lazar Dukic drowns in Fort Worth lake during swimming event
The rest of Thursday's events and activities for The CrossFit Games have been suspended.
Equinox launches $40,000 gym membership: What to know
Fitness chain Equinox has launched a $40,000 gym membership called “Optimize by Equinox”. Here's what the membership includes.
Weekend-only workouts benefit heart health: study
Researchers found weekend warriors who pack all their workouts into the two days saw similar reductions in risk of heart attacks, heart failure or even stroke compared to those who work out all week.
11 minute 'brisk' walks every day could reduce early deaths, study finds
Doing 75 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity could reduce 1 in 10 early deaths, 1 in 20 cardiovascular disease diagnoses and nearly 1 in 30 cancer cases.
North Carolina man, once obese, inspired by Navy SEAL to quit drinking, get fit and radically alter his life
Taylor Robertson, 27, hopes to inspire others and eventually complete the Ironman.
Runner Safety Awareness Week 2023
"Runner Safety Awareness Week" is designed to train, advise, and ensure that runners in New York are always alert when outside exercising.
Equinox bans new members on January 1, sparking criticism
Equinox said it wasn't signing up new clients on January 1, calling the month a "fantasy delivered to your door in a pastel-colored box."
New mom credits running for healthy pregnancy
Amanda Huneke ran the Shore A.C. 5K cross-country race in 22 minutes and 42 seconds — good enough for fourth place. And she was nine months' pregnant.
Peloton Bike coming to all Hilton-branded hotels in US by end of 2022
Hilton Honors members who are first-time Peloton users will also receive a 90-day trial to the fitness giant's app and preferred pricing on select connected fitness products.
Gym owner trains clients with disabilities, diseases for free: ‘I never took a penny’
“Everybody should have the opportunity to improve their health and fitness,” says 37-year-old Javeno McLean.
Peloton, Dick's Sporting Goods partner to sell equipment
The deal, announced Thursday, marks the exercise and equipment company's latest bid to broaden its market share and become more profitable ahead of the holiday season.
'Born to Run': Christopher McDougall hosting free running clinics in NYC
Bestselling author Christopher McDougall helped spark the barefoot running boom with his book "Born to Run." This year, he is back with a sequel. Chris is joining local running groups to offer free running form clinics using tips from the new book.
3 arrested in 'Yoga to the People' tax fraud case
The complaint said the defendants evaded taxes by failing to keep corporate books by accepting yoga students’ payments in cash, sometimes collected in tissue boxes passed around during classes, and by paying yoga teachers in cash and “off the books.”
Peloton opens Hudson Yards studios for in-person classes
Throughout the pandemic, Peloton kept people pedaling, panting and planking at home. The studio came to us. Now, we can come back to the studio.
Even the simplest form of exercise can help with an aging brain, research hints
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
NYC gives lifeguards a raise — but only for this summer
For parents and grandparents in New York, the deal between the city and the union representing lifeguards is great news with kids out of school and most of the summer still ahead.
NYC outdoor pools open June 28
School is out, summer is here, and New York City's free outdoor pools are once again welcoming swimmers for the summer.
‘Flamingo Challenge’: Balancing on one leg may determine increased risk of death, study finds
Dubbed the “Flamingo Challenge,” a team of researchers wanted to find out whether a balance test might be a reliable indicator of a person’s risk of mortality.
Australian man with chronic pain breaks world record for number of pushups done in 1 hour
Daniel Scali beat the previous world record for the number of pushups done in one hour by 100, according to Guinness, and all while suffering from a chronic pain condition called complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
New study reveals best time of day to work out for fat loss, muscle strength
The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.