Fitness

A startup has created a screen-free titanium bracelet that conceals an activity tracker. The device measures health metrics while resembling an 1980s fashion accessory. It is launching on Kickstarter with early pricing at $179.

June 23, 2026 Reported by AI Fact checked

A new perspective article in Frontiers in Nutrition argues that public health advice on protein intake and physical activity is largely designed to prevent deficiency, and that many people may benefit from aiming above today’s minimum recommendations to support strength, independence and cognitive function as they age.

Gabriel Ganley, a 22-year-old fitness influencer, was found dead in São Paulo on Saturday (23/5). His mother, Clarissa Ganley, posted a message on Sunday (24/5) calling the death a fatality and thanking coach Marcelo Cruz.

May 11, 2026 Reported by AI Fact checked

Adults with stage 1 hypertension who practiced baduanjin—an eight-movement Chinese mind-body routine—had modest but measurable reductions in systolic blood pressure over three months that were maintained at one year, with results comparable to brisk walking, according to a randomized trial published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Spotify has partnered with Peloton to bring on-demand workout classes and curated fitness content to its app. Premium subscribers can access thousands of ad-free classes in English, Spanish and German, while all users get playlists from wellness creators. The new fitness category became available on Monday.

April 24, 2026 Reported by AI

Elizabeth Smart, the kidnapping survivor turned advocate, has taken up bodybuilding and won first place in a recent competition. She shared photos and her story on Instagram, revealing it was her fourth such event. Smart, now 38, celebrated her body after years of advocacy work.