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Philippine gymnastics star Carlos Yulo says he is feeling the support of his brother Eldrew as he prepares for the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan in 2026. The Olympic champion, who won gold in Paris 2024, is expected to headline the Philippines' gymnastics team at the continental multi-sport event.

Bose has started adding Auracast support to its headphones, bringing Bluetooth LE Audio's broadcast feature to its audio lineup. The update will let users connect to public audio streams in places like airports, gyms and cinemas, and share audio with multiple listeners. The news is being shared among tech and audio enthusiasts following coverage of the announcement.

A live-streamed home workout session, timed for 1:30 PM after lunch, is drawing large audiences with routines aimed at burning calories and building strength. Participants are joining in real time to follow along with post-meal exercises designed to improve fitness without gym equipment, and engagement around the session has reached into the millions.

A family fitness account posted a morning full-body workout done together at home, and it has drawn well over two million likes. The routine, promoted as a motivational fitness session, is striking a chord with viewers interested in exercising as a family and keeping fit without gym equipment.

A Dutch-language blog post is circulating a short guide listing five simple exercises people can do at home, aimed at those who spend much of the day sitting and still want to stay active. The suggestions draw on the author's own experience and require no gym or equipment, which has drawn modest attention among readers interested in easy home fitness routines.

Planet Fitness has announced a donation of fitness equipment aimed at helping efforts to combat cardiac arrest. The company's contribution is intended to support prevention and response to cardiac emergencies, though details about the recipients and the size of the donation have not been specified. The move ties the gym chain's brand to public health and heart safety awareness.

A new fitness business, Foundation Fitness, has opened its doors in Severna Park, Maryland. Local coverage is highlighting the arrival of the gym to the community. Details about the facility's programs, staff, or opening events have not yet been widely reported, and reaction beyond the local announcement is so far limited.

A fitness enthusiast completed a treadmill run at night on a Tuesday after eating, calling the combination of timing and conditions a 'triple rare' occurrence. The post, tagged with aging punks, exercise, running and home gym themes, celebrates fitting workouts into an unusual schedule, resonating with others balancing exercise routines around daily life.

Planet Fitness is set to move into the former Dick's Sporting Goods location in Hempfield, Pennsylvania, filling a storefront left vacant after the retailer's departure. The gym chain's arrival would bring a large fitness facility to the shopping site. Local outlet TribLIVE reported the plans, drawing attention from residents interested in new retail and gym options in the area.

Social media users are posting about their midweek running routines, using hashtags like 'agingpunks', treadmill, and home gym to mark a Wednesday workout. The posts highlight older exercisers keeping up with regular running sessions, mixing punk identity with everyday fitness and home exercise equipment.

Gabriel Leão has published a new exploration of "How Heavy Are The Dumbbells You Lift?", examining the appeal of the gym-themed anime series. He spoke with scholars Roland Kelts and Borealis Capps about the show and the broader rise of woman-oriented sports and fitness anime. The piece looks at how the series blends comedy, workout culture and fan appeal, and why fitness-focused anime aimed at women has been gaining ground.

A fitness enthusiast posted a workout of the day featuring barbell Z presses: four sets, one set of five every two and a half minutes, increasing the weight from 30kg up to 34kg across the session. He noted his shoulders were already fatigued from two days of EMOM training, including skull crushers and dumbbell work, and said he could probably have gone heavier otherwise.

LA Fitness has reached 200 studios under its Pilates by LA Fitness brand, marking a major expansion of its dedicated Pilates offering. The milestone underscores the chain's push into boutique-style fitness formats at scale. The announcement comes as interest in Pilates continues to grow across the fitness industry, with major gym operators racing to add the format to their portfolios.

Men's Health editors have rounded up early Prime Big Deal Days fitness sales, with discounts of up to 50% on home gym equipment. The list highlights deals on weights, cardio machines and other workout gear ahead of Amazon's October sale event, helping shoppers upgrade home gyms at lower prices before the main promotions begin.

John Heppenstall of Jonas Fitness discusses how gym and health club operators can build a technology stack that scales as their business grows. Speaking in an industry feature, he covers how clubs should select and integrate software so their systems adapt to expansion rather than require costly overhauls, offering practical guidance for fitness businesses planning long-term growth.

A personal trainer who began working with older clients in 2023 writes in Men's Health that seniors taught him a fitness lesson most younger men overlook. The piece suggests older trainees prioritise consistency, mobility and long-term health over appearance-driven training, offering a perspective many younger gym-goers neglect in their own routines.

GYM, a community organisation, has launched an appeal to secure a permanent home, announcing it has reached 10% of its fundraising goal. In the appeal, the group thanks supporters who have already donated and asks others to contribute whatever they can, saying there is still a long way to go before the target is met.

Peach Pit Gym in Atlanta is drawing attention for offering adult fitness classes built around gymnastics-style training, including flipping and tumbling work typically associated with kids' programs. Atlanta News First featured the gym, highlighting how adults are increasingly looking for playful, skill-based workouts beyond standard weight rooms. The trend points to growing demand for creative group fitness options for grown-ups.

Athletech News argues that fitness brands and gyms can grow by taking their communities beyond the studio, through retreats, travel-based events and destination workouts. The piece frames community-driven travel as both a retention tool and a new revenue stream for operators looking to deepen member loyalty.

Health outlets Prevention and Yahoo Health are running a four-week walking plan aimed at beginners who want to start exercising and lose weight. The plan gradually builds walking time and intensity over a month, positioning walking as a low-barrier entry point into fitness that supports weight loss without equipment or gym memberships.