Hydrow, the connected rowing brand that brings the on-water experience of rowing into the home, acquired a majority stake in Speede Fitness, the manufacturer of strength training equipment and analytics. Hydrow also has the option to purchase the remainder of the company.
The acquisition supports Hydrow’s mission to “expand as a whole-body health company by incorporating a critical modality to diversify its product lineup, with a consumer product expected to come to market next year,” reported the company.
“We are thrilled to welcome Speede to the team,” said Bruce Smith, Hydrow’s Founder. “Speede’s cutting-edge approach to strength training perfectly complements our immersive rowing experience. This move will enhance our ability to support our members in achieving their whole health goals with greater efficiency.”
Hydrow’s connected rowers deliver a total body workout. Speede’s equipment, tested and used by pro athletes, offers quick and efficient personalized workouts with isotonic, isokinetic and eccentric force profiles with a range of muscle-loading modes. Speede also developed innovations in tracking user performance with built-in analytics and AI for personalized and data-driven workouts.
We are excited to combine Speede’s tech and analytics with Hydrow while leveraging their expertise in connected fitness to bring our workouts to their dedicated membership,“ said Greg Tepas, co-founder of Speede Fitness. “Together, we will improve how people approach strength training and provide them with the tools and guidance they need to achieve their fitness goals.”
Image courtesy Speede Fitness
