Peloton

Why Planet Fitness Stock Is a Better Investment Than Peloton Stock

By Gertha Selvidge 1 month ago

Like so many other industries, gyms across the nation were shut down due to COVID-19. Companies offering at-home fitness solutions — like Peloton (NASDAQ:PTON) — should continue to thrive in this environment thanks to featuring products that enable both fitness and social distancing.

When thinking longer term, however, Planet Fitness (NYSE:PLNT) — a traditional brick-and-mortar gym chain — is the best way to invest in the space. Here’s why.

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Apple Fitness Plus: Why the Peloton rival is critical for Apple Watch

By Gertha Selvidge 2 months ago

  • Apple unveiled a new fitness service called Apple Fitness Plus on Tuesday.
  • The service, like Peloton, offers digital fitness classes led by charismatic trainers that can be viewed on your phone, iPad, or Apple TV.
  • It’s unclear if Apple will be able to challenge Peloton’s appeal, considering Peloton has built a fervent, cult-like following and community.
  • Regardless, Apple Fitness Plus is an important part of Apple’s long-term plan for the
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Experts say Peloton doesn’t need to worry about Apple Fitness Plus

By Gertha Selvidge 2 months ago

  • Apple announced a new subscription fitness program on Tuesday, which will feature workouts instructed by “the world’s best trainers” and set to Apple Music playlists for $9.99 a month. 
  • Though some analysts immediately speculated that Apple may prove a worthy competitor to Peloton, experts told Business Insider that the fitness company’s premium equipment and loyal consumer base will continue to set it apart from Apple. 
  • Peloton subscriptions are just a
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Apple Fitness Plus comes after Peloton with streaming workouts that sync with Apple Watch

By Gertha Selvidge 2 months ago

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This story is part of Apple Event, our full coverage of the latest news from Apple headquarters.

Apple on Tuesday announced Apple Fitness Plus, a fitness streaming subscription that gives you guided workouts using the workout metrics from your Apple Watch. The service is similar to Peloton Digital and other fitness streaming services out there, but this is the first that’s been built explicitly for the

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