This Week In Fitness: Peloton Instructor Departures, GLP-1 Benefits, F45's Strava Integration

Get ready to crunch the latest fitness headlines -- —all in under 5 minutes. Let’s sprint through the latest happenings in the fitness industry and fitness business news.

"This Week In Fitness" is hosted by Krissy Vann. In this episode, we dive into the latest developments that matter:

-Discover the impact of Peloton's recent instructor departures and what it means for the fitness community, exploring reactions and implications.

-Learn about a groundbreaking study highlighting the combined benefits of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy with structured exercise programs for weight loss and bone health.

-Explore F45 Training's innovative partnership with Strava, a move that enhances global connectivity among fitness enthusiasts by syncing workout data and fostering a supportive community environment.

-Dive into the advocacy efforts of the End Chronic Disease group, a coalition aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles and preventive measures to combat chronic illnesses.

-Gain insights into the alarming prevalence of traumatic brain injuries among older adults and the importance of active aging strategies and fall prevention measures.

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00:00- Intro to This Week In Fitness
15:14- World Health Organization new study on physical inactivity
50:23- Celebrity Peloton Instructors Depart
1:21- GLP 1 Agonists: Weight Loss Drugs & Bone Health
2:01- Health Leaders Unite Against Chronic Disease
2:33- F45 partners with Strava
3:20- Exercise and Elderly Falls
3:48- MarketFit Release Announcement

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Transcript

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Welcome to This Week in fitness buy at FW, I'm your host Krissy Vann ready to crunch the latest fitness headlines all in under five minutes. Let's sprint through the latest news in the fitness industry. First up a staggering statistic. 1.8 billion adults worldwide are not meeting recommended physical activity levels. According to new research published in The Lancet Global Health Journal 31% of adults were inactive and 2022. marking an increase since 2010. The World Health Organization recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous activity per week to combat health risks like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The report highlights the urgent need for global action to promote physical activity and improve public health. peloton is facing a shake up with the departure of three of its popular instructors. Ross Rayburn Kendall tool and Kristin McGee have all announced they'll be leaving by the end of June. Their classes will remain in the on demand library. But their exits come amid contract negotiations that have left some peloton enthusiast disheartened these instructors with their massive social media followings have been key to peloton appeal, and their departure marks a significant moment for the company as it navigates these changes. Now let's talk about a promising combination for weight loss and bone health. Recent research published in JAMA Network open found that combining the GLP one receptor agonist drug liraglutide with a structured exercise program helps individuals lose weight while preserving bone health. This is particularly relevant as the use of GLP. One drugs like ozempic and McCovey becomes more common. This study highlights that well liraglutide alone can lead to weight loss, it may also decrease bone mineral density. However, adding exercise into the mix preserves bone health, making it a win win strategy for those looking to shed pounds without compromising their bone strength. Leaders from CrossFit sweet green Thrive Market and athletic greens have formed an advocacy group called end chronic disease. This coalition aims to promote the use of healthy food, exercise and preventative measures to combat chronic conditions. Chronic diseases account for nine out of 10 deaths in the United States and represent 95% of medical costs. And chronic disease is collecting stories from Americans who have reversed chronic diseases through lifestyle changes to educate and advocate for a shift in health care funding toward preventative measures. F 45 has announced its partnership with Strava. This collaboration makes up 45, the first global functional fitness franchise to showcase group activities on Strava connecting over 125 million athletes worldwide. Members can now sync their fitness achievements seamlessly track performance metrics and join a global leaderboard all through the F 45 Training Club on Strava. Tom Dowd CEO of F 45 training shared his excitement about the partnership saying becoming the first global functional fitness franchise to collaborate with Strava in this unique way, enhances our members connections to their fitness journeys, the integration with Lionheart technology makes sharing workouts and supporting fellow members easier and more engaging than ever. A new study in JAMA Network open found that at least 13% of older adults have experienced a traumatic brain injury in the past two decades, with falls being a significant cause. falls are the leading cause of injury and death among older people in the US, with over a quarter of adults aged 65 and older reporting at least one fall annually. The study underscores the importance of promoting active aging and fall prevention to reduce the incidence of traumatic brain injuries among older adults. And that's a wrap on this week's fitness News. Thanks for tuning in to this week in fitness by at FW. Be sure to hit like and subscribe and tune in next Wednesday for a special edition of the ATF W podcast Market Fit brought to you by American eagle.com we'll be diving into strategies for optimizing local SEO and leveraging social media in the fitness industry. I'm your host Krissy Vann remember to stay active, stay healthy, and stay tuned.