Trend: Pilgrimages and “Epic Walks” See Further Momentum Week of August 21st, 2024 These sacred paths have attracted a new set of pilgrims: fitness buffs–National Geographic This article provides a look at both ancient and new pilgrimage routes globally (i.e., in the US, Ireland, Sri Lanka and Bhutan), that are attracting a surge of walkers seeking that powerful blend of physical activity, spirituality and personal…
Announcing Jan-Emmanuel De Neve Join us at the 2024 Global Wellness Summit in Scotland, November 4-7, where Oxford’s Jan-Emmanuel De Neve will present “Wellbeing at Work: Insights from the World’s Largest Study on Employee Wellbeing.” Best known for his research on the economics of wellbeing, De Neve’s groundbreaking insights into the relationship between wellbeing and income, productivity, and firm performance earned him recognition among…
Headlines in the Global Wellness Economy Global Wellness News™ | August 20th, 2024 The Hotelification of Offices, With Signature Scents and Saltwater Spas Hoping to lure workers back to their desks, companies are designing “work resorts,” luxe spaces meant to compete with the comforts and versatility of their living room. Supplements Companies Are Cashing In on the Ozempic Wave With demand for GLP-1 drugs sky-high,…
Feeling Great App Raises $8M in Seed Funding to Advance Mental Health Care Image: Feeling Great The new AI-powered Feeling Great app has raised $8 million in seed funding to bring innovative mental health care solutions to users worldwide. This funding round was co-led by Learn Capital and TitleTownTech, with… Read More from the Global Wellness News ™
The future of fitness in China: Digital platforms, smart equipment, and athleisure growth China’s post-pandemic fitness landscape is shifting from traditional gyms to home workouts and athleisure, driving a new era of digital fitness and wellness trends. Read More from the Global Wellness News ™
Dream tourism Hotels are making dreams worth remembering with next-level sleep experiences. Read More from the Global Wellness News ™
ClassPass Owner Mindbody Preps IPO It’s riding momentum back to market. Read More from the Global Wellness News ™
Supplements Companies Are Cashing In on the Ozempic Wave With demand for GLP-1 drugs sky-high, the supplement industry is elbowing into the market. Some products are meant to complement meds like Ozempic. Others are positioned as “natural” alternatives. Read More from the Global Wellness News ™
The Hotelification of Offices, With Signature Scents and Saltwater Spas Hoping to lure workers back to their desks, companies are designing “work resorts,” luxe spaces meant to compete with the comforts and versatility of their living room. Read More from the Global Wellness News ™
Headlines in the Global Wellness Economy Global Wellness News™ | August 15th, 2024 The Gym as a Clinic: Fitness Facilities Embrace Health & Longevity With barriers to traditional healthcare on the rise, fitness facilities are emerging as essential players in preventative health Healthtech Startups Tackle Grief Grief hurts on a cellular level. From flex to frugal: Gen Z rejects hyper-consumption As ‘underconsumption-core’ gains traction in…
