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Amazfit and World Record Marathon Runner Kelvin Kiptum Unite to Break Limits in Unprecedented Partnership
Summary: Amazfit, the leading smart wearables brand, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Kelvin Kiptum, the men's marathon world record holder. Kiptum, as Amazfit's ambassador, will leverage the
Amazfit Cheetah Pro for training and the Amazfit Helio Ring for recovery optimization ahead of marathons in Rotterdam and Paris. Zepp Health, Amazfit's parent company, expresses excitement, emphasizing its commitment to empowering individuals in their health and fitness pursuits. The collaboration showcases cutting-edge technology, including MaxTrack™ GPS and Zepp Coach™ AI, aimed at redefining possibilities in tandem with Kiptum's record-breaking aspirations. The partnership extends beyond the track, utilizing the Amazfit Helio Ring for comprehensive health analysis. Amazfit's strategic collaborations with elite athletes like Kiptum aim to create a global platform offering valuable insights into performance, training, and endurance. The Amazfit Cheetah Pro is available at in.Amazfit.com and select retailers worldwide.
Paris, France – Feb 1st 2024 - 6am PST – Amazfit, a leading global smart wearables brand owned by Zepp Health, a health technology company, has today announced its groundbreaking partnership with Kelvin Kiptum, the men's marathon world record holder and only athlete to complete a marathon in less than two hours and one minute. As an ambassador for Amazfit, Kiptum will utilize the Amazfit Cheetah Pro to manage his training and race performance, and the Amazfit Helio Ring to optimize his recovery, ahead of marathon races in Rotterdam and Paris.
Zepp Health expressed its enthusiasm for this dynamic partnership, with Pengtao Yu, the VP of Industrial Design, Brand & Consumer Marketing, stating the following: "We are thrilled about the collaboration between Amazfit and Kelvin Kiptum. As a health technology company, we are proud to support Kelvin's quest to break records and inspire individuals worldwide to pursue their own health and fitness goals. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to empowering people to lead healthier lives through intelligent healthcare fitness solutions."
Kelvin Kiptum's recent marathon achievement in Chicago, clocking in at a remarkable 2:00:35, sets the stage for an extraordinary collaboration. Having also conquered marathons in Valencia in 2022 and London in 2023, the 24-year-old runner aims to shatter the 2-hour mark in Rotterdam in April 2024, and clinch gold at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
To aid his preparation, Kelvin will wear the Amazfit Cheetah Pro. This specialist running watch features the MaxTrack™ dual-band circularly-polarized GPS antenna, which has been tested to reach 99.5% the accuracy of a professional GPS locator, along with the brand's innovative Zepp Coach™ - an AI solution that generates tailored plans and guidance for athletes looking to prepare for marathons in their optimal condition. This cutting-edge technology will support Kelvin Kiptum as he hones the finer details of his training.
Kelvin Kiptum himself shares his excitement about the collaboration, stating, "Teaming up with Amazfit for this groundbreaking journey is truly exciting. The Amazfit Cheetah Pro has become an integral part of my training regimen. As I aim to break the 2-hour mark in Rotterdam and pursue gold at the Paris Olympics, I am confident that Amazfit will be my ultimate ally in pushing the limits of human potential. Together, we are set to redefine what's possible."
Though this partnership extends beyond the track, with Kiptum also utilizing the recently-announced Amazfit Helio Ring to take control of his recovery, with in-depth analysis of his sleep quality, mental and physical Readiness, and emotional state made possible by the smart ring's BioTracker™ and EDA sensors.
The symbiosis between Amazfit and Kelvin Kiptum is emblematic of a shared commitment to breaking limits. Just as the brand's smartwatch and smart ring are crafted for athletes seeking to push their boundaries with the support of cutting-edge technology, Kelvin Kiptum continuously exemplifies the limitless potential of human ability.
By forging strategic partnerships with elite athletes like Kelvin Kiptum, Amazfit aims to create a platform that transcends geographical boundaries, providing valuable insights into performance, training, and endurance for aspiring and professional athletes.