Bkool’s smart training bike brings outdoor workouts inside
Bkool's new smart training bike combines the company's deep software library with a new indoor trainer, giving it the ability to simulate more than 3 million routes from around the world or provide workout routines that adapt over time to meet the user's changing fitness goals and needs.
The Roomba of the tennis court? Ball-retreiving Tennibot launches on Kickstarter
Tennibot is a robot designed for use on the tennis court. The A.I.-driven device saves coaches and players time by automatically retrieving tennis balls completely on its own. The device has launched on Kickstarter and promises to take the tedium out of cleaning up the court after a practice session.
Urwahn’s Stadtfuchs smart bike is built for the modern urban commuter
The Urwahan Stadtfuchs is a German bike built for urban commuters, with such features as built in LED lighting (complete with daytime running lights), Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, and GPS tracking. The bike is also lightweight, features a modern design, and high-quality components.
Track your next ride with two new cycling computers from Garmin
Garmin has released two new cycling computers to track performance and keep cyclists connected while they are on their rides. The Edge 130 is a small, featured packed option, that connects with a smartphone while the Edge 520 Plus gets an upgrade with onboard maps, turn-by-turn directions, and more.
The Vicis Zero1 ranks highest in NFL and NFLPA testing for second straight year
For the second year in a row, the Vicis Zero1 helmet clinched the top safety rating after the NFL and NFLPA conducted its own independent performance tests. Now, the company can claim the top two positions among the 34 helmets tested, as last year's model also continues to rate highly in terms of safety.
Kelly Slater’s ‘Surf Ranch’ will make waves by hosting its first competition
Kelly Slater's Surf Ranch will play host to a World Sure League event with competitors riding artificial waves as part oft he competition. The Surf Ranch will plays host to a World Surf League event with five teams of five riders each taking on the artificial waves that the venue has become famous for.
Grosser than ever, hot-air hand dryers spread fecal matter throughout buildings
Choose paper towels to dry your hands and don't touch any surface. University of Connecticut researchers found hot-air hand dryers spread feces particles, not only on people's hands but also on surfaces throughout entire buildings. Filters help some, but not enough for anyone to feel safe from contamination.
Runner will compete in Boston Marathon wearing 3D-printed flip-flops
Athletic footwear engineer Chris Bellamy will compete in the 2018 Boston Marathon wearing a pair of 3D-printed flip-flops that were designed and created by a shoe company called Wiivy that intends to launch an entire line of 3D-printed sandals that purportedly mix comfort and support in one package.
The Amazfit Stratos is a GPS fitness watch with an affordable price
The Amazfit Stratos is an affordable fitness-oriented smartwatch with onboard GPS that comes at an affordable price.
Luxury on the links: Arizona course rolls out high-tech golf cart of the future
Quintero Golf Club in Arizona has unveiled a high-tech golf course with a host of features that make a day on the links more luxurious and enjoyable.
ClassPass Live is offering to turn your home into a boutique fitness studio
ClassPass has officially launched ClassPass Live, a new at-home workout service that lets you connect with fitness instructors using nothing more than your television set.
Keego is the world’s first squeezable metal water bottle
Made from elastic titanium, Keego is the very first squeezable water bottle to keep you hydrated while working out.
The Cervelo P5X triathlon bike gets a stunning makeover from Lamborghini
The limited edition Lamborghini Cervelo P5X triathlon bike will set athletes back $20,000 but it comes with a stunning paint job.
$79 Cor fitness tracker monitors heart rate for 12 days without a charge
The $79 Amazfit Cor fitness tracker offers heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and has a 12-day battery life.
Fitbit Ionic: Adidas edition will be available on March 19
Fitbit is back at it again with the release of its Fitbit Ionic: Adidas edition to help athletes become the best runners they can be.
Adidas upgrades its high-end sneaker line with a 3D-printed midsole
High-end sneaker manufacturer Y-3 added a technology element to its design by incorporating a 3-D printed midsole from Adidas to the mix.
Fitbit teams with Clue for better women’s health tracking
Fitbit has teamed up with Clue to create an app for the Ionic fitness tracker that allows women to track specific health related issues on the wearable device.
LED-studded ‘electronic skin’ monitors your health, makes you look like a cyborg
A team of engineers from the University of Tokyo has developed an ultrathin, breathable, and stretchable display that can be worn directly on the skin.
The S-Works 7 may be Specialized’s most technical bike shoe ever
The new S-Works 7 bike shoe from Specialized may be its most technical model ever, combining power and comfort.
Keep your New Year’s resolutions alive with the SweatWorking app
The creators of aSweatLife.com, the online fitness community and resource, have launched SweatWorking, a subscription-based fitness app to help you stay on track.
Strava responds to claims that its app compromised military secrecy
The popular Strava "Heatmap" can show popular jogging trails and bike routes from around the world, but it can also inadvertently reveal the locations of U.S. military personnel in secret locations.
You can now work out on your Xbox thanks to Fitbit Coach for Xbox and PC
This week, Fitbit Coach became available in the Microsoft Store, and users can download the app for Windows 10 and Xbox.
The SPT2 is a funky new fitness tracker to wear around your chest
Analyze your speed, distance, and workout intensity levels with the SPT2 -- a unique, top-of-the-line fitness tracker you wear on your chest.
RightEye EyeQ uses eye tracking to test for vision problems, brain injuries
RightEye EyeQ is a portable, automated eye-tracking test that leads to faster analysis and diagnosis of vision problems and brain injuries.
Ditch the gym and fulfill your New Year’s resolutions at home with Aaptiv
Fitness goals were likely part of your New Year's Resolutions, but getting fit doesn't mean going to the gym. Not if Aaptiv is involved.
Get fit on a budget with the Vivo app and its army of personal trainers
Thanks to Vivo, you'll be able to access thousands of workout classes and a veritable army of personal trainers and nutritionists.
Standing desks are so 2017 — the Deskcise Pro is a biking desk
FlexiSpot Deskcise Pro is a desk that doesn’t just get you on your feet, but has you working out while working.
MuscleSound uses ultrasound to help athletes perform at their peak
Meet MuscleSound, a Colorado-based company that is using ultrasound imagery to non-invasively measure muscle health.
Will Amazon soon sell you generic prescription drugs?
Amazon is looking into entering the healthcare field, as reports come in that the retailer has been in discussion with drug companies.
VascoPillow wants to take the pain out of traveling with massage and heat
Meet Vasco's innovative VascoPillow, featuring both massage and heating modes to soothe the weary traveler.
A.I.-powered Ara electric toothbrush keeps track of how well you’re brushing
The Ara is a new AI-powered toothbrush that claims to help your teeth stay on the nice list for your dentist this holiday season.
Kevlar finds a use beyond bulletproof vests — as a cartilage replacement
As per new research from the University of Michigan, we may soon be padding the insides of our bodies with "Kevlartilage."
The Waggit fitness collar will help track and improve your dog’s health
Waggit is a comprehensive fitness wearable for dogs that helps track resting vitals and alert you when something is wrong.
Work up a sweat with Samsung’s Gear Sport, IconX earbuds, and Gear Fit2 Pro
Samsung's Gear Sport is a cross between a smartwatch and fitness tracker, and it's not the only wearable in the company's lineup.