Welltodo Today: Genetic Testing, Immersion Fitness, Planet Fitness’ Business Model

Today’s key global wellness news articles from around the world, impacting the industry and influencing the business of wellness.

What is ‘immersion fitness’ – and is it good for me?

Instinct tells me that he is right, that there is synergy here – with the body’s natural response to the stress of exercise and to cold water amplified, a more profound sense of euphoria is produced. But as a medical practitioner, I want to know what the evidence is.

McDonald’s attempt to make Happy Meals seem healthy just massively backfired

McDonald’s is taking fitness trackers out of its Happy Meals after reports of customers experiencing skin irritation. “We have taken this swift and voluntary step after receiving limited reports of potential skin irritations that may be associated from wearing the band,” McDonald’s told Business Insider in a statement.

23andMe’s Consumer DNA Data Goldmine Is Starting To Pay Off

After decades of inconclusive results, researchers backed by Pfizer and Massachusetts General Hospital revealed that they had identified several genetic markers associated with depression earlier this month. It was the largest study of its kind, using data from more than 120,000 people.

Can Sexy Sports Bras Help Victoria’s Secret Fend Off New Rivals?

In March, Victoria’s Secret aired its annual swim special, an hour-long bikini bonanza starring a dozen of its supermodels. Filmed at the sun-drenched paradise of St. Barth’s, such “angels” as Lily Aldridge, Candice Swanepoel, and Behati Prinsloo showed off the label’s latest looks, Nick Jonas and Demi Lovato performed hit songs, and everyone played slow-motion beach volleyball to Salt-N-Pepa’s Push It.

Planet Fitness’s main competitors are Chili’s and Uno’s, CEO says

Planet Fitness isn’t known as a haven for super fit people and it’s often the butt of jokes when it comes to fitness. After all, the gym serves free pizza once a month and greets customers with free Tootsie Rolls at the front desk. But that seems to be working.