J-Lo and Ben Affleck Split: Jennifer Lopez Seeks Divorce

By Felix Howard | 22 August 2024
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FITNESS FOCUS
Strength Training Surge: How Peloton and Planet Fitness Are Evolving Their Focus

As more gym-goers prioritize muscle building over cardio, major fitness brands like Peloton and Planet Fitness are shifting their focus. According to Life Time’s annual survey, muscle building was the top fitness goal for 2024, surpassing weight loss and general movement. In response, Planet Fitness has updated its equipment selection, while Peloton has introduced Peloton Strength+, an app dedicated to strength training. Planet Fitness, noticing increased demand for strength equipment among its members—particularly Gen Z, who make up a quarter of its clientele—has adjusted its offerings to cater to these preferences. Strength equipment, being less costly and requiring more space, has also contributed to the company’s recent revenue growth. Personal trainer Miriam Fried has observed a similar trend among women, with more clients shifting from cardio to strength training over the past decade.

FASHION FEATURES
Fashion Icon Sarah Bonello Unveils New Luxury Essentials Collection

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ENTERTAINMENT
J-Lo and Ben Affleck Split: Jennifer Lopez Seeks Divorce

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are officially ending their marriage, as indicated by a recent entry on the Los Angeles Superior Court docket. Lopez filed for divorce on Tuesday, the anniversary of their 2022 wedding in Riceboro, Georgia, following their Vegas elopement a month earlier. This news follows reports of their separation, Lopez canceling her summer tour to be with family, and the couple putting their Beverly Hills home up for sale. CNN has contacted representatives for both Lopez and Affleck for further comment. Their split adds another chapter to their high-profile romance, which began over 20 years ago on the set of "Gigli" and saw a public rekindling in 2021.