Fitness

Bosch Kiox Onboard Computer for E-Bikers Who Actually Train on Them

Bosch is introducing the Kiox, a handlebar-mounted fitness tracker for those who use e-bikes to ride seriously.

Written by Julie Kailus September 06, 2018

Crazy Enough? Nike Goes for Broke in Stirring Ad

As a national debate reaches fever pitch surrounding Nike athlete Colin Kaepernick, the Oregon brand pushes its message to dream big.

Written by GJ Staff September 05, 2018

Strider Just Built a Carbon Fiber Bike for Your Kindergartener

Everyone deserves to experience the look and feel of a carbon fiber bike. And with the Strider 12 ST-R, that means every single little one.

Written by Julie Kailus August 30, 2018

Pet Fitness Trackers Monitor Dogs on the Move (or Couch)

Just when you think you’ve tech-ified your entire fit life, you realize you forgot Fido. Maybe he needs a pet fitness tracker.

Written by Julie Kailus August 30, 2018

Fitbit Charge 3: Bigger Screen, Better Battery, Smoother Interface

The next generation of the Fitbit Charge health tracker is on preorder now. Check out what you get for the $150 price tag.

Written by Julie Kailus August 29, 2018

Tough Mudder Champ on How to Tackle Obstacle Course Races

Corinna Coffin has placed first and second in consecutive Tough Mudder TMX Championships. Here’s how the sport’s badass tackles “the toughest mile on the planet.”

Written by Julie Kailus August 24, 2018

Runner Breaks Decades-Old Record at Pikes Peak Marathon

Coloradan Megan Kimmel won the sprint to the top of 14,115-foot Pikes Peak (and back down) in 4:15:04. That broke an ancient women’s course record,…

Written by Julie Kailus August 21, 2018

Why This Champion Marathoner Says Running Shoe Stores Are Off Track

Boulder-based marathoner Mark Plaatjes is about to open a running shoe store he said will fix much of what plagues the sport today: too many…

Written by Julie Kailus August 17, 2018

Female Form, Function: Inside a Women-Only CrossFit Gym

Does a gender-specific gym make this intense, community-driven workout more effective? We talked to Denver’s CrossFit Kali, one of only a few facilities like it…

Written by Julie Kailus August 17, 2018

Muscle Up at Home: Gear Basics for Your CrossFit Garage Gym

If you’ve got some space to spare, it’s entirely possible to set up a CrossFit home gym in your garage, shed, basement — or anywhere…

Written by Julie Kailus August 15, 2018

Reebok’s Sports Bra ‘Senses’ Motion, Reacts With More Support

Reebok, a brand known for shoes, spent two years refining the new PureMove Bra. It’s available to the public in three days for $60. But…

Written by Julie Kailus August 14, 2018

Why Floyd Landis Is Peddling a Healthier Kind of Dope

One of road cycling’s most famous dopers-turned-whistleblowers, Floyd Landis is peddling CBD oil with his new brand, Floyd’s of Leadville. We wondered why he chose such…

Written by Julie Kailus August 10, 2018

The Dirt on Joining Your High School Mountain Bike Team

The National Interscholastic Cycling Association continues to see record growth in high school mountain biking around the country. But for newbies, the individual sport can…

Written by Julie Kailus August 09, 2018

Pro Sport Performance Laser Now Available for Amateur Athletes

FDA approved for home use, this sport laser isn’t cheap. But the therapeutic device gives athletes a new option for home-based injury treatment and sports…

Written by Julie Kailus August 09, 2018

Customizable Bra Aims to Make Athletes Feel Like Wonder Woman

Shefit is trying to overhaul how women fit and function in a sports bra for the next generation. The brand has patented a technology that…

Written by Julie Kailus August 08, 2018

9 Mountains in 20 Hours: How Runner Crushed 12er Challenge

Mountain runner Cody Lind recently set an FKT on a quirky course covering Idaho’s nine highest peaks. He did the Idaho 12er challenge in a…

Written by Julie Kailus August 03, 2018

Water Bottle Wars: Modern Canteens Serve Up More Than H2O

To compete for customers and shelf space, water-bottle makers are adding all kinds of bells and whistles to this outdoor gear essential.

Written by Julie Kailus August 01, 2018

The Gruesome Realities of Overheating (and How to Prevent Them)

I flirted with death due to heatstroke once, and it will never happen again. Heat-related illness can be deadly serious, so here are all the gory…

Written by Steve Graepel July 31, 2018

7 Life Lessons From Winning the Race Across America

It’s not simply a matter of what it takes to win a 3,000-mile bike race. It’s about what winning the Race Across America grants you…

Written by GJ Staff July 31, 2018

Burn Calories, Power Lights: Sustainable Goals Revive ‘Eco-Gym’ Concept

A new crop of “eco-gyms” is sprouting up across the country. And this time, the futuristic idea might actually generate momentum.

Written by Karuna Eberl July 31, 2018

How He Did It: Jeff Browning Talks Wild Hardrock 100 Win

Following not one, but two competitor disqualifications *and* meandering almost an hour off course, 46-year-old Jeff Browning took home his first Hardrock victory.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 30, 2018

‘Heart Up’ Smart Glove Tracks Cardio Fitness During Workouts

Tech startup Heart Up made a one-fingered glove touted to predict your cardiovascular health on the run.

Written by Julie Kailus July 27, 2018

Metabolism Hack: Nutrition Breathalyzer Tells You What to Eat

Breathe into the Lumen device and its AI will tell you what to eat for optimal health.

Written by Julie Kailus July 27, 2018

Long-Distance Obstacle Course Racing Grows, Especially Among Women

While the popularity of obstacle course racing (OCR) has slowed since its 2010 peak, one area of the sport has grown nearly 40-fold: long-distance OCR events.

Written by Julie Kailus July 23, 2018

From Hats to Shirts: Headsweats Launches Performance Tees

Headsweats has long dominated in the made-for-sports hat category. After a recent acquisition, the brand moves aggressively into tech shirts.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 19, 2018

Salomon Unveils Its First Hydration Vest Built for Women

You can’t get your hands on Salomon’s ADV Skin 8 Set until next spring, but keep this women’s hydration vest on your gear-dar.

Written by Julie Kailus July 19, 2018

First Look: The Lyfx App Lets You Adventure With The Locals

Lyfx is a unique digital platform designed by outdoor enthusiasts with the goal of getting everyday travelers to spend more time outside. Think Airbnb for…

Written by GJ Staff July 19, 2018