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It explores for the first time the benefits of VR on the physical fitness of people with disabilities.
It monitors sweat lactate during exercise, which indicates exercise intensity.
It is a home-based programme with 10 self-paced modules.
The tech giant also announced a new atrial fibrillation history feature and sleep stage tracking.
It is working to enhance its health programmes by conducting more research and establishing partnerships.
The acquisition comes just after the health tech company announced it had purchased device maker Impeto Medical.
A systematic review of studies found digital interventions like wearables and apps weren’t effective in increasing physical activity for people in low socioeconomic status groups.
The Peloton Guide will cost $495 and be available in the U.S. and Canada in early 2022.
Mindbody also announced a $500 million strategic investment led by Sixth Street.
Also: Fitness app FitOn raises $18 million, and virtual pediatric platform KixCare completes a $2 million seed round.