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SPOTIFY ENTERS FITNESS WITH PELOTON PARTNERSHIP

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
MON, APR 27, 2026

Spotify Premium subscribers now have access to Peloton's catalog of 1,400+ ad-free fitness classes alongside curated playlists. The partnership marks Spotify's first major push into fitness content.

Spotify has partnered with Peloton to integrate the fitness platform's workout classes directly into Spotify Premium memberships. The deal grants users access to Peloton's library of audio and video classes—including cycling, strength training, yoga, and cardio—without additional fees. The classes come ad-free and are paired with Spotify playlists designed to complement different workout types. Users can stream content on-demand across devices. This represents Spotify's initial entry into the fitness space, expanding beyond its core music and podcast offerings. The partnership provides Peloton with broader distribution to Spotify's 200+ million users, while giving Spotify a foothold in the growing fitness audio market. Financial terms were not disclosed. The availability timeline and geographical rollout remain unspecified.

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