# Gamified Spin Classes Pursuit by Equinox Displays Real Time Statistics on a Leaderboard By Meghan Young | Published 2015-01-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spin-class References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/01/equinox-cycling-experience-in-studio-gaming.html) & [equinox](http://www.equinox.com/) Pursuit by [Equinox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hopbucha) is the latest spin on spin classes. Appealing to millennials who are drawn to gamified experiences, it projects real time statistics on a leaderboard in order to up the ante competitively. By combining "innovative technology and fitness to inspire peak performance through individual and [group challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ambitious-group-fitness)," writes Psfk, this spin class sets itself apart from more traditional workouts. Comprised of two different classes, Pursuit Build and Pursuit Burn, the [gamified spin class](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamebased-fitness-experience) app also allows people to track their stats to gain insights on how their strength and endurance has improved over time. When used in tandem with Connected Cycling, a digital coaching platform, riders can connect and compare with other riders inside and outside of the gym. This ensures additional motivation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gamified Fitness:** The integration of gamified experiences into fitness classes presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fitness industry. - **Real-time Statistics Tracking:** Real-time statistics tracking and leaderboards in fitness classes offer an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fitness industry. - **Connected Cycling:** The use of connected cycling platforms to connect and compare with other riders presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fitness industry. ### Where This Applies - **Fitness:** The fitness industry can leverage gamified experiences and real-time statistics tracking to enhance workout routines and attract millennials. - **Technology:** The integration of innovative technology, such as Connected Cycling, into fitness classes presents an opportunity for tech companies to disrupt the fitness industry. - **Gaming:** The gamification of fitness classes creates potential opportunities for the gaming industry to enter the fitness market and engage with a new audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Indoor Cycling Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smash-your-fitness.md) - [Interactive Game-Based Fitness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamebased-fitness.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Bike Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanebreak-tread.md) - [Gamified Workout Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workout-quest.md) - [Fitness Studio Gamification Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamification-tools.md) - [Gamified Home Rowing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamified-rowing.md) - [Hybrid Gamified Fitness Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capti.md) - [Gamified Fitness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urace.md) - [Immersive 3D Fitness Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitness-game1.md)