#virtual-fitness

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Exercise
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Why Every Fitness-Related Business Needs a Fitness App

The fitness industry must adopt mobile solutions to remain competitive and meet the growing demand for personalized digital fitness experiences.
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago

You can order your own bloodwork now. Interpreting the results is another story

Direct-to-consumer blood testing is growing, allowing consumers to order tests independently, disrupting traditional healthcare paradigms.
#rest
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
9 hours ago

The underrated value of rest - Silicon Canals

Prioritizing rest can significantly enhance creativity, patience, and overall well-being, challenging the misconception that rest is for the lazy.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
5 hours ago

There's a type of person who only feels permission to rest when they're physically sick, and the illness isn't the problem. The problem is the invisible equation they absorbed decades ago that says rest must be earned through suffering and a healthy body has no valid claim to stillness. - Silicon Canals

Sickness is often the only socially acceptable reason for rest, revealing deep-rooted beliefs about productivity and morality.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
9 hours ago

The underrated value of rest - Silicon Canals

Prioritizing rest can significantly enhance creativity, patience, and overall well-being, challenging the misconception that rest is for the lazy.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
5 hours ago

There's a type of person who only feels permission to rest when they're physically sick, and the illness isn't the problem. The problem is the invisible equation they absorbed decades ago that says rest must be earned through suffering and a healthy body has no valid claim to stillness. - Silicon Canals

Sickness is often the only socially acceptable reason for rest, revealing deep-rooted beliefs about productivity and morality.
#entrepreneurship
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 day ago

I scaled mental health products for millions

Entrepreneurship is often misrepresented, masking the anxiety and stress that founders experience behind the facade of autonomy and success.
fromInc
2 days ago
Bootstrapping

4 Must-Have Skills Every Nomadic Founder Needs to Build a Successful Online Business

fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago
Startup companies

I burned out at my VC job, so I opened a Pilates studio. I work more now but it feels good to not have to say 'yes.'

Anna Noelle Rinke transitioned from a tech career to founding a Pilates brand after experiencing burnout in venture capital.
Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

The Wellness Habits That Drive My Entrepreneurial Success

A workable daily routine enhances mental focus, while exercise, nutrition, and sleep are essential for peak performance in entrepreneurship.
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 day ago

I scaled mental health products for millions

Entrepreneurship is often misrepresented, masking the anxiety and stress that founders experience behind the facade of autonomy and success.
Bootstrapping
fromInc
2 days ago

4 Must-Have Skills Every Nomadic Founder Needs to Build a Successful Online Business

Skills development is crucial for nomadic founders to achieve independence and optimize business growth.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

I burned out at my VC job, so I opened a Pilates studio. I work more now but it feels good to not have to say 'yes.'

Anna Noelle Rinke transitioned from a tech career to founding a Pilates brand after experiencing burnout in venture capital.
Productivity
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

The Wellness Habits That Drive My Entrepreneurial Success

A workable daily routine enhances mental focus, while exercise, nutrition, and sleep are essential for peak performance in entrepreneurship.
#ai
fromWIRED
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

This Startup Wants You to Pay Up to Talk With AI Versions of Human Experts

Software development
fromTheregister
2 days ago

I vibe coded web app: It was enlightening and uncomfortable

Vibe coding effectively utilizes AI for coding tasks, despite concerns about responsibility and the implications of AI technology.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
4 days ago

This Startup Wants You to Pay Up to Talk With AI Versions of Human Experts

Onix launches a platform for AI chatbots mimicking health influencers, providing personalized advice while addressing privacy and compensation concerns.
Mental health
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Therapists Should Ask Patients About Their AI Use

AI chatbots may contribute to delusional behavior in patients, prompting therapists to discuss AI use during treatment.
#remote-work
fromiHeart
1 hour ago
Remote teams

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | iHeart

Remote teams
fromForbes
2 days ago

How To Lead A Workforce That Doesn't Stay In One Place

Work has evolved beyond remote to a fluid, untethered model requiring organizations to support employee mobility effectively.
Remote teams
fromCNET
4 days ago

I Used AI to Optimize My Work-From-Home Setup. It Had Some Interesting Ideas

Working from home allows for flexible workspace choices, enhancing productivity and comfort in various settings.
Remote teams
fromThe Bobby Bones Show
36 minutes ago

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | The Bobby Bones Show

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.
Remote teams
fromiHeart
1 hour ago

Remote Gen Z Workers Want 'Virtual Coffee Breaks' And Zoom Gossip Sessions | iHeart

Younger remote workers face higher loneliness rates, prompting calls for structured social opportunities from employers.
Digital life
fromRoughMaps
5 days ago

Why Digital Nomads Are Wearing Out Their Welcome - RoughMaps

Remote workers have significantly impacted local housing markets, leading to increased rents and displacement in cities like Lisbon and Mexico City.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

These tech jobs aren't just remote. You can work from anywhere on Earth

Remote work is evolving into a model where employees can work from anywhere, not just their home offices.
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 days ago

How To Lead A Workforce That Doesn't Stay In One Place

Work has evolved beyond remote to a fluid, untethered model requiring organizations to support employee mobility effectively.
Remote teams
fromCNET
4 days ago

I Used AI to Optimize My Work-From-Home Setup. It Had Some Interesting Ideas

Working from home allows for flexible workspace choices, enhancing productivity and comfort in various settings.
Digital life
fromwww.wanderwithjo.com
1 day ago

The Digital Nomad's Guide to Online Entertainment: What Works in the UK

Understanding the digital landscape in the UK is crucial for travelers, as many apps and services differ from other regions.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Peloton Can't Ever Recover

Peloton's stock traded at a magical $125 in mid-2021, when people were trapped in their homes and wanted the exercise experience they had in the gym. By October 2022, the stock dropped to $7. It was down to $4 shortly after that, and has not improved by much more than a dime.
Business
Health
fromTNW | Future-Of-Work
11 hours ago

Why modern workplaces are rethinking hydration and employee performance

Dehydration affects many Americans, impacting health and productivity, prompting workplaces to improve access to clean, cold water.
#ai-chatbots
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
2 hours ago

Americans ask AI for health care. Hospitals think the answer is more chatbots.

Health systems are introducing branded AI chatbots to provide health advice, raising questions about safety, monitoring, and effectiveness.
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
2 hours ago

Americans ask AI for health care. Hospitals think the answer is more chatbots.

Health systems are introducing branded AI chatbots to provide health advice, raising questions about safety, monitoring, and effectiveness.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
8 hours ago

Bridging the Gap From Here to Your Future Self

Imagining a future self strengthens connections to values and enhances life choices by tracing continuity from past to future.
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
1 day ago

Feeling Overwhelmed? Indecisive? Stuck? Yoga Can Help. Here's How.

Indecision can stem from a physical response to fear, leading to a state called 'functional freeze' that affects both body and mind.
Productivity
fromSilicon Canals
15 hours ago

Not everyone who keeps working after the workday ends is ambitious. Some people simply discovered that the transition from productivity to stillness requires passing through a stretch of feeling they've been avoiding for years, and the extra hour of work is cheaper than the ten minutes of silence. - Silicon Canals

Many work late to avoid confronting uncomfortable emotions, not just to be productive.
Games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

91-Year-Old Who Received Wellness Check From Police Was Busy Gaming

A wellness check on a 91-year-old woman revealed she was engrossed in gaming, missing calls and police visits.
#health
Health
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 week ago

Snapchat users visit the app for health and medical advice

Snapchat users prioritize health and wellness, using social media for health information, which raises concerns about reliability but offers marketing opportunities.
Health
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 week ago

Snapchat users visit the app for health and medical advice

Snapchat users prioritize health and wellness, using social media for health information, which raises concerns about reliability but offers marketing opportunities.
MMA
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Lula's a gym rat': Brazil president livestreams workouts in campaign for historic fourth term

Lula da Silva uses workout videos to showcase fitness ahead of his fourth presidential campaign against a younger opponent.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Metas AI glasses and the dawn of wearable tech - podcast

Meta's AI-powered glasses are designed to enhance personal presence, allowing users to engage more fully with their surroundings while offering features that could assist those with vision impairments or hearing loss.
Wearables
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Dr TikTok: patients diagnose chronic illnesses with anonymous commenters' help

I hate to say it, but I would not have gone to the doctor unless I had seen that comment. The process was accelerated by someone called PickleFart, what can I say?
Cancer
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Women's network for mid-life wellbeing launches

A woman created a community to empower middle-aged women after overcoming personal challenges and trying 50 new experiences before turning 50.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

I was told I was going to die': Woman running half marathon after beating alcoholism

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting funded by donations.
Berlin music
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Dancer with ALS uses brainwaves to perform again through avatar

Breanna Olson, an ALS patient, danced again using brainwave technology to control a digital avatar on stage in Amsterdam.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says the secret to a good retirement isn't wealth or health or even relationships - it's having at least one thing you're still in the middle of, still becoming, still learning how to do - Silicon Canals

Retirement fulfillment stems from ongoing pursuits and curiosity, not just financial security or traditional metrics of success.
Higher education
fromInfoWorld
4 days ago

Cloud degrees are moving online

Accredited online cloud computing degrees are expanding, reducing costs and providing practical value for students and employers.
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Benefit for Ride 4a Reason (Outdoor Yoga)

Join Rachel for an immersive, all-levels outdoor flow using Silent Disco headphones near the Lake Merritt Pergola. Kids are welcome to participate, too!
East Bay (California)
Exercise
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

After decades of swearing by workout classes, I switched to weightlifting. I never expected to be so impressed by the results.

Transitioning from group fitness to weightlifting can significantly improve strength and fitness levels, especially for those feeling stagnant in their workouts.
fromYoga Journal
17 hours ago

8 Yin Yoga Poses to Help You Unwind After Work

Yin yoga is an effective antidote to the desk effect by encouraging your body to stretch, lengthen, and release from a perpetually hunched position.
Yoga
Medicine
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

After a Traumatic Brain Injury, One Family Found Hope in a Pair of Lululemon Pants

A mother faced her son's traumatic brain injury after a car accident, refusing to give up hope despite grim medical recommendations.
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How Community-Based Healthcare Builds Engagement

Most people leave doctor visits with prescriptions, but still feel unsure—instructions make sense, but no one asks about their life. In contrast, when a provider knows your name, remembers your story, and explains care in a way that fits you, the experience feels different—and that difference matters.
Healthcare
Productivity
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The productivity question AI forces us to ask

Productivity tools increase capabilities but also raise expectations, leading to a cycle of anxiety and an overwhelming pace of work.
Social media marketing
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

They Were Once Essential to So Many Writers. Now They're Quietly Vanishing Across the Internet.

A writer reflects on building connections in a writing community and the impact of AI on friendships and careers.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Love or hate the wellness craze? Here's why.

Wellness culture influences behavior changes but can also provoke defensiveness and resistance due to perceived inadequacies.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

It feels as if I've made a new best friend': my experiment with AI journalling

AI journaling provides instant feedback that enhances the journaling experience and offers emotional support during challenging times.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Why your Whoop might tell you to up your testosterone

Whoop and Oura are leading health tech innovations, but rapid advancements can lead to unexpected consequences.
fromwww.gsmarena.com
1 week ago

Google teases its Whoop competitor

Google's new health tracker, teased by Steph Curry, features a Whoop-inspired design and will include a subscription service with an AI-based personal health coach.
Mobile UX
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 hour ago

Where the Resistance Lives

Internal resistance to emotions can block creativity and flow, but confronting difficult thoughts can restore movement and reduce tension.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Socialising, work, exercise: what makes a good day and is there a formula' for making it better?

Socializing for 30 minutes to two hours correlates with people reporting a good day, while excessive housework or TV does not.
fromThedrum
15 hours ago

Time to Change - Raising awareness of men's mental health with Messenger

The campaign got men's attention with video ads on Facebook and Instagram. A lighthearted introductory video showed a man crushed by a tree, while a friendly squirrel asks him if he is okay. He responds by saying he is 'fine', until questioned a second time.
Mental health
Wearables
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Garmin may be working on a Whoop competitor

Garmin is developing a screen-free fitness tracker called CIRQA to compete with Whoop and Fitbit's similar offerings.
Medicine
fromTNW | Opinion
3 days ago

AI health tech is booming. The cures are not.

AI in drug discovery shows promise but has not yet delivered significant breakthroughs for patients.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
4 days ago

Why Most Enterprise VR Training Programs Fail Before They Start (And How To Fix It)

Organizations often fail VR training by focusing on technology rather than addressing specific training problems first.
#wellness
Wellness
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

She Was a Broke Backpacker Surviving On Oranges - Now She Runs a Wellness Empire. Here's How.

Kimberly Snyder achieved wellness empire success by following her intuition and transitioning from celebrity clients to helping everyday people.
Wellness
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

She Was a Broke Backpacker Surviving On Oranges - Now She Runs a Wellness Empire. Here's How.

Kimberly Snyder achieved wellness empire success by following her intuition and transitioning from celebrity clients to helping everyday people.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

5 Benefits of Using Kegel Balls Regularly

Kegel balls enhance sexual pleasure, improve pelvic muscle control, and boost overall physical and emotional health.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

AI and the 10-Minute Mind

Ten minutes of AI use can significantly reduce persistence and impair independent cognitive performance, undermining the long-term journey to expertise.
Wearables
fromZDNET
4 days ago

I walked 3,000 steps with my Apple Watch, Google Pixel, and Oura Ring - this tracker was most accurate

The Google Pixel Watch was found to be the most accurate among the tested health trackers.
Artificial intelligence
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Managing In The Age Of AI: Bring Back Walking Around - Above the Law

AI systems can make errors in decision-making that experienced humans would avoid, highlighting the need for better training and supervision in law.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
5 days ago

What Is Real Interactivity In eLearning? (And Why Clicks Don't Count)

Real interactivity in learning requires decision-making and consequences, not just reactive actions like clicking or revealing content.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

A year of continuous glucose monitoring pushed me to the edge

Glucose tracking is increasingly popular among non-diabetics, with many using continuous glucose monitors for health insights.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
4 weeks ago

MyFitnessPal Wants To Start The Health And Wellness Subsector Of Retail Media | AdExchanger

MyFitnessPal launches a data-driven advertising business leveraging user meal planning and nutrition data, expanding from single mobile display ads to multiple formats including video, native ads, and branded integrations through direct sales channels.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
4 days ago

It's Never Too Late to Start Rucking. Here's How.

Rucking is an ancient fitness practice that builds endurance and strength while promoting proper posture and combating sedentary lifestyles.
#mindfulness
Wellness
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're still on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Wellness
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Wellness
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're still on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Wellness
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Exercise
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

I'm 66 and I've started over so many times - new diet, new gym, new morning routine - that I finally had to sit with the uncomfortable question of whether starting over was the habit I was actually protecting - Silicon Canals

Starting over can become an addiction, allowing avoidance of the real work needed for lasting change.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Why Exercising Alone Might Be Holding You Back

Exercising with others enhances physical health and deepens social connections, contributing to overall well-being.
Exercise
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Best Sports for Longevity

Tennis may significantly enhance longevity compared to other sports, with players living nearly 10 years longer than sedentary individuals.
Wearables
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Finally, a wearable designed for women approaching menopause

A new wearable device called Peri helps women monitor perimenopause symptoms and lifestyle factors.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago

body agency and the ways wearable devices let people regain control of their physical forms

Body agency is a power returned after an incident took it away from the user's physical form, and some wearable devices and technologies have this exact goal in mind.
Wearables
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

At certain points, I had to stop entirely': what I learned after a week of Hyrox classes

Hyrox is a fitness competition combining running and functional exercises, designed to enhance everyday physical activities.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

This AI-Powered Home Gym Acts As Your Own Personal Trainer

I felt too intimidated to try weight lifting again on my own, but wanted to experience the benefits those gym workouts provide, which is quite different to my typical routine of pilates, tennis and pole. Simultaneously, I've been working toward a solid home gym situation (while understanding my limited space in a one-bedroom in Queens). I began investigating full out home gym tech, and AEKE stood out as the most exciting of the bunch, because it most similarly aligned with having a personal trainer. I tried out the AEKE Smart Home Gym K1 with the Bench.
Gadgets
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

In a world built for sitting, here's how to stay active even when stuck inside

Modern life centers on prolonged sitting, but brief movement breaks—two five-minute activities daily—can interrupt sedentary habits and improve physical and mental well-being.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Stroke survivors trial new at-home tech: 'It's given me my freedom back'

"I heard a pop in my head, like a big bubble," she said. "I tried to scream, but it wasn't a normal scream. I knew something wasn't right."
Medicine
Wellness
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Five ideas to elevate fitness and wellness coaching with AI - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI human generators can enhance personalized digital fitness by adapting programs, tracking habits, creating engaging content, and balancing efficiency with authenticity without replacing human trainers.
Exercise
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

The Flexible Fitness App That Works Around Your Calendar

FitFusion provides over 1,000 on-demand workouts, flexible instructor options, progress tracking, and cross-device streaming to help busy professionals maintain consistent fitness.
Wellness
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

People who stay in shape without hitting the gym usually share these 8 simple daily routines - Silicon Canals

Sustainable daily movement and simple routines integrated into everyday life maintain fitness and vitality more effectively than intense gym-focused workouts.
Wellness
fromBustle
2 months ago

This App Helped Me Build & Finally Stick To Healthy Habits

Fabulous is a behaviorally informed habit-building app that offers guided routines and reminders, with a friendly interface but limited free features and a paid subscription.
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