Sports & Outdoor

United States – October 13, 2026 -- Members of the coaching service Future can now get DEXA body composition scans through BodySpec: Core members receive one scan per year, and Premium members receive one every quarter.

Additional scans can be bought directly in the Future app. The scans measure body fat, visceral fat, lean muscle mass and bone density, and they join Future's existing bloodwork, sleep tracking and mobility assessments.

BodySpec covers 15 metro markets

BodySpec is Future's preferred partner across 15 metropolitan markets, including Chicago, Boston, San Francisco, Dallas, Austin, Los Angeles, Denver, San Diego and Seattle. BodySpec says it scans more than a thousand people a day across the U.S.

Shenzhen – October 13, 2026 -- Mibro's new AeroPace running smartwatch, priced from 149.99 EUR, goes on sale October 13, 2026 through the company's official channels. It ships with Mibro Coach, an AI-driven training system built for beginner runners.

Mibro Coach was developed by the Mibro Sports Science Lab. It pairs sports physiology models with AI agents and covers the full training cycle: assessment, planning, execution, recovery and review.

The watch assesses ability, not just workouts

Mibro Coach evaluates runners with the VDOT running ability index and an estimated VO2max as a general fitness reference. It also predicts race times from 5K to marathon and identifies an individual training focus. Using training history, daily routines and user preferences, the system's recommendations become more personalized over time.

Shenzhen – October 13, 2026 -- Mibro's new AeroPace running smartwatch weighs just 32g, is aimed at first-time runners, and starts at 149.99 EUR. It is the brand's first running watch built specifically for beginners.

Mibro Coach builds the training plan for you

Mibro says many new runners lack professional guidance, struggle to interpret their running data, and are unsure how to build an effective training plan. AeroPace tackles this with Mibro Coach, the company's self-developed, AI-powered training feature.

Coach generates personalized workout plans based on a user's goals and performance. It delivers them through the Mibro Fit App and compatible Mibro smartwatches, along with real-time data analysis and optimization recommendations.

The slim 32g body packs three core tracking features

The lightweight, slim design is meant to stay comfortable during long workouts. Mibro lists three headline features:

Katowice – October 13, 2026 -- AutoFull's M6 Ultra massage gaming chairs, used at every match of ESL Pro League Season 24, are now sold across Europe through autofull.com and Amazon, with regional fulfillment and warranty service in major EU markets.

Pro players sat in the M6 Ultra series for the whole tournament

The event, EPL Katowice 2026, ended on October 11 in Poland. AutoFull supplied its flagship M6 Ultra series, which it calls the world's first massage gaming chairs with cooling and heating seats.

The company became the Official Gaming Chair Partner of ESL Pro Tour in April 2026. The deal covers IEM, ESL Pro League and ESL Challenger League through 2027. Katowice was its fourth major stop this year, after IEM Rio, IEM Atlanta and IEM Cologne Major.

Anchorage – October 12, 2026 -- Alaska Gear Company (AKGC) has released the Ankle Deck Boot VBX, a $199 (plus tax) ankle-height boot that the company says is the first deck boot built with sealed vapor barrier insulation. It is available now at AKGC's Anchorage and Fairbanks stores and on the company's website.

The boot is rated to an average of -45°F in lab testing

The boot uses AKGC's proprietary Vapor Barrier X (VBX) technology, the same insulation system found in the company's Bunny Boots. A rubber outer shell seals out water and snow, while a wool insulation layer holds in heat. The -45°F figure is an average ArCLO rating based on lab testing, and AKGC calls it the warmest and most capable ankle deck boot available.

Brighton, New York – October 12, 2026 -- If joint pain keeps coming back after a sports injury, the cause may sit somewhere other than the original injury site, according to a HelloNation article on unresolved muscle tension and restricted joint mobility in active adults.

Neighboring joints absorb the extra load

When one body part is hurt or restricted, nearby structures often take on more load during movement. That compensation can protect the area in the short term, but it may cause new discomfort elsewhere.

The article gives two examples: a hamstring strain can lead to tightness in the lower back, and an ankle sprain can gradually affect the knee or hip by changing weight-bearing mechanics.

Flagler Beach, Fla. – October 12, 2026 -- Golfers can now book limited tee times to hit shots from the upper decks of five U.S. stadiums, including Dodger Stadium and Truist Park, as Upper Deck Golf opens ticket sales for the final stops of its 2026 tour.

The tour follows a sold-out event at Fenway Park. Tee times are limited for each date, are first-come, first-served, and are expected to sell out.

Rochester – October 12, 2026 -- Parents in Monroe County picking an indoor play center can look at lighting, noise, layout and floor padding, according to a HelloNation article featuring Kristen Bonn of Play Palace.

Soft lighting and quiet corners help kids focus

Soft, natural or adjustable lighting reduces glare, the article explains. Sound-absorbing materials and controlled noise levels let children concentrate without distraction. Quiet corners give them a place to pause, regroup or switch to calmer activities.

Defined play zones let children set their own pace

Open floor plans with clearly marked zones show children where each type of play happens. Separate areas for climbing, imaginative play and creative exploration let them move at their own speed. Padded flooring and safe equipment support motor development and lower the risk of injury.

Atlanta – – October 12, 2026 -- Crunch Fitness is opening a new 28,262-square-foot gym at 4051 Stone Mountain Highway, Unit D105, in Lilburn. Workouts start Thursday, October 15, at 5:00 a.m., and memberships start at $9.99 per month.

Grand opening deal: pay $1, get the first month free

New members can join for $1 and receive their first month free through the grand opening offer. Details are available at CrunchStoneMountain.com.

Three events mark the launch week

A "Sneak Peek" celebration runs Tuesday, October 13, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., with a ribbon cutting at 6:30 p.m. Guests can tour the gym, meet the team, and sign up for founding member deals.

The soft opening on October 15 gives early members the first chance to use the facility. The grand opening party follows on Saturday, October 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It includes Group Fitness demos, Personal Training specials, food, prizes, promotions, and local vendors.

San Jose – October 12, 2026 -- Poker fans can watch eight-hour live streams on the official Americas Cardroom Kick channel on October 11, 15 and 18, as the $6.5 million guaranteed Dual Venom PKOs continue. Viewers can join the chat during each broadcast.

Three Americas Cardroom Pros take the first-flight streams

Jon Pardy is scheduled for Sunday, October 11, when Day 1C starts at 1:05 p.m. ET. Ana Marquez follows on Thursday, October 15, for Day 1D, and Drew Gonzalez streams Sunday, October 18, for Day 1E.

Two tournaments share a $2,650 buy-in

Day 1C covers both the $5 Million GTD No-Limit Hold'em Venom PKO and the $1.5 Million GTD Pot-Limit Omaha Venom PKO. Each event has a $2,650 buy-in and five starting flights. Both use the Progressive Knockout format, which awards bounty prizes from Day 1.