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  • Report
    April 9, 2026

    2026 US Health & Fitness Consumer Report: Headline Trends

    2025 marked a new highpoint for consumer engagement with the US fitness facility industry. A record 81 million Americans belonged to a gym, studio, or…

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  • Article
    March 4, 2026

    Operators: Take the Fitness Industry Data Survey

    One submission. Two flagship reports. Practical value for participating companies and the wider fitness industry. Each year, the Health & Fitness Association collects financial and…

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  • Report
    February 25, 2026

    2026 Employee Compensation & Benefits Report

    The definitive benchmarking resource for pay, benefits, and workforce trends in the health and fitness industry. Attracting and retaining top talent remains one of the…

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  • Report
    February 4, 2026

    State of the States 2026: US Fitness Policy Update & Compliance Guide

    The State of the States report provides a comprehensive overview of the legislative and regulatory landscape shaping the operations of health and fitness facilities across…

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  • Report
    January 29, 2026

    2025 Advocacy ROI Report

    The 2025 Advocacy ROI Report showcases how the Health & Fitness Association delivered measurable wins for the fitness industry—protecting operators, shaping policy, and elevating the…

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  • Report
    January 15, 2026

    Fitness Industry Traffic (FIT) Tracker

    The Fitness Industry Traffic (FIT) Tracker is a new resource from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA) that provides regular updates on foot traffic to nearly 11,000…

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    April 9, 2026

    81 Million Americans Were Members of a Fitness Facility in 2025, New HFA Report Finds

    Americans made nearly 7 billion visits to gyms, health clubs, and studios last year. Washington, DC–April 9, 2026–The Health & Fitness Association (HFA)…

  • Press Release

    April 6, 2026

    OnSight Wins Inaugural Innovation Alley Pitch Fest at The HFA Show 2026, Sponsored by Sweatworks

    OnSight emerges as attendee-selected winner among 16 early-stage innovators Washington, DC–April 6, 2026–The Health & Fitness Association (HFA), in partnership with Sweatworks, today…

  • Press Release

    March 31, 2026

    Global Health and Fitness Leaders Call for Physical Activity and Nutrition to Be Central to Obesity Medication Rollout

    Joint statement from the World Obesity Federation, the Health & Fitness Association, AUSactive, Exercise New Zealand, Fitness Industry Council of Canada, ukactive, and…

  • Press Release

    March 20, 2026

    The HFA Show 2026 Brings the Global Fitness Industry Together in San Diego

    More than 10,000 industry professionals registered to explore innovation, education, and new partnerships across a trade show floor featuring 380 exhibitors San Diego,…

  • Press Release

    March 16, 2026

    Health & Fitness Industry “In the Big Leagues,” Says HFA CEO Liz Clark at 45th Annual HFA Show

    Clark calls for greater industry unity and engagement as global influence and expectations grow San Diego, CA–March 16, 2026– The health and fitness…

  • Press Release

    March 13, 2026

    Dozens of New Products and Partnerships to Debut at The HFA Show 2026

    New Product Zone will spotlight emerging innovations as companies debut new products and partnerships at The HFA Show San Diego, CA–March 13, 2026–Innovation…

  • Press Release

    March 12, 2026

    Health & Fitness Association Responds to FTC Review of Subscription Cancellation Rules

    Industry group says new rulemaking process will allow regulators to better understand membership-based fitness businesses Washington, DC–March 12, 2026– The Health & Fitness…

  • Press Release

    February 27, 2026

    Health & Fitness Association’s Mike Goscinski Named 2026 Leading Association Lobbyist

    HFA chief of staff recognized for exceptional leadership and advancing the fitness industry’s advocacy and policy impact Washington, DC–February 27, 2026–The Health &…

  • Press Release

    February 26, 2026

    Health & Fitness Association to Present Awards to Three Industry Leaders at The HFA Show

    The Health & Fitness Association will recognize Gigliola Aycardi, Martin Seibold, and Chris Craytor for their contributions to the global fitness and wellness…

  • Press Release

    January 29, 2026

    Elaine LaLanne’s 100th Birthday Celebration to Follow the Health & Fitness Association Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

    The HFA Hall of Fame ceremony on March 15 will be followed by a special birthday celebration honoring the fitness icon. Washington, DC–January…

  • Press Release

    January 15, 2026

    US Fitness Industry Extends Record Visitation Streak Through 2025

    HFA data show gyms and studios delivering 19 consecutive quarters of foot traffic growth. WASHINGTON, DC—January 15, 2026—US commercial fitness facilities closed out…

  • Press Release

    January 13, 2026

    The 2026 HFA European Congress Heads to London September 24–26, 2026

    The 23rd HFA European Congress will bring global fitness leaders together at the historic London Stadium. Washington, DC–January 13, 2026–The Health & Fitness…