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A New York fitness expert who visits gyms nationwide reveals what truly makes a great workout space. It's not fancy towels or spa amenities, but community, culture, and passionate owners who show up every day.
Dominique Dawes, the first Black woman to win individual Olympic gold in gymnastics, is bringing her athlete-centered gym chain to Texas. Her Houston-area locations prioritize mental health alongside physical training, challenging the sport's traditional culture.
Across gyms and competition stages, women in their 50s, 60s, and even 80s are building serious muscle and claiming first-place trophies. They're proving that strength and confidence only get better with age.
A cardio devotee discovered strength training at 57 and transformed her entire approach to fitness. Seven years later, she programs her own workouts and credits lifting weights with keeping her active enough to climb jungle gyms with her grandkids.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed unveiled world-class sports facilities featuring Olympic swimming pools, running tracks, and gyms designed to nurture Ethiopia's young population. The project is part of a national development plan that includes building 35,000 nurseries and training five million young coders.
Champion archer Kachollom Enyenihi just became Nigeria's first Women's Development Director for archery, breaking new ground in a sport long dominated by men. Her mission: build a clear path from school gyms to world championships for girls across the country.
The 2026 Winter Olympics just made history by adding Pilates reformers to athlete gyms for the first time. Turns out, the world's top athletes aren't crushing brutal workouts during the Games—they're focused on staying loose and flexible.
Thousands across England and Wales are ditching traditional gyms to get fit while helping their communities through GoodGym. Members run to volunteer projects like food banks and rooftop gardens, creating stronger bodies and connections along the way.
A 17-year-old's experiment with microalgae has transformed stuffy classrooms and gyms into oxygen-rich spaces. His system cuts carbon dioxide and makes people sharper, less tired, and more energized.
From delivery robots serving 29 US campuses to gyms expanding across five countries, Colombian entrepreneurs are building global companies from Medellín and Bogotá. These five startups prove Latin America's innovation scene is booming.