Welltodo Today: Lululemon Sales Surge, Why Label Transparency Matters, Virgin Active Zones In On Community

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

Demise of athleisure greatly exaggerated as Lululemon sales surge

Lululemon, which has 388 stores in North America and is expanding into Asia, said market growth in China was up 450 per cent in the quarter TORONTO – A strong third-quarter performance at Lululemon Athletica Inc. should dispel industry fears that the athleisure apparel trend is dead.

Why Label Transparency Matters When It Comes To Millennial Brand Loyalty

The traditional food value equation is rapidly changing to keep up with the modern consumer. Millennials will only interact with brands that are open and transparent and stand for more than their bottom line. Those that don’t align with these values will be quickly replaced.

Women are using technology to fast-track birth control access

From cycle-tracking apps and birth control-delivery services to at-home STI testing, the reproductive health space is being disrupted by women-founded startups focused on getting health access into the hands of women-and out of the hands of politicians. “Most key stakeholders at the helm of insurance companies, hospitals, government-even digital health companies-are men,” says Katherine Ryder, founder of the online health clinic .

Virgin Active strategy hinges on sense of community, says first head of group exercise

Israel Rivera has spoken of his plans to foster a “sense of belonging and camaraderie” at Virgin Active’s UK clubs, after becoming the operator’s first head of group exercise. Rivera told Health Club Management that cycling, barre and yoga would continue to be “at the forefront” of Virgin Active’s strategy, with “a lot of energy” being put into its mind and body classes to create a holistic experience for members.

Pret a Manger links with Roadchef for service station deal

Pret a Manger is to open more stores at motorway service stations after agreeing a partnership deal with Roadchef. The sandwich and coffee chain will open at Chester services on the M56 and Clacket Lane services on the M25 in the spring.

Soylent shakeup: Cofounder Rob Rhinehart steps down as CEO

Cofounder Rob Rhinehart announced on Monday he is stepping down as CEO. Rhinehart, 29, will stay on as executive chairman. He is the company’s largest shareholder. Bryan Crowley, who has served as the firm’s president for the past year, will replace Rhinehart. “If you love something, set it free.

Erbology secures 100,000 euros through PepsiCo brand incubator – FoodBev Media

UK start-up Erbology has received the final €100,000 grant in PepsiCo’s Nutrition Greenhouse incubator programme. The company, which offers nutrient-rich, plant-based products, such as oils, shots, crackers and energy balls, achieved more than 400% growth during the six-month initiative. Erbology was one of eight breakthrough nutrition food and drink companies chosen in June this year to participate in the Nutrition Greenhouse.