Washington, DC—January 7, 2025—As 2025 begins, a nationwide survey by the Health & Fitness Association (HFA) reveals that health, fitness, and exercise are at the forefront of Americans’ New Year’s resolutions. Of the estimated 159 million adults planning to set goals, 60%—or approximately 96 million Americans—intend to focus on health, fitness, and exercise, making it…
Boston, MA—January 6, 2025—The Health & Fitness Association has announced that Alex Rodriguez, former Major League Baseball (MLB) star and current chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp, is the third-day keynoter at The HFA Show 2025 March 12-14 at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas. His presentation will occur in the morning on March 14 and…
Boston, MA—December 18, 2024—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) is launching the HFA Hall of Fame during a special inaugural ceremony at The HFA Show in Las Vegas. The ceremony will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, the evening before The HFA Show officially begins at the Mandalay…
Boston, December 4, 2024 – The Health & Fitness Association (HFA), in partnership with ABC Fitness, has released the 2024 Latin America Fitness Consumer Survey, providing key insights into the vibrant and dynamic fitness culture in major metropolitan areas across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru. Health and fitness facilities are at the heart of active…
The 2024 Latin America Fitness Consumer Survey highlights a region where consumers prioritize health and fitness and favor fitness facilities for their structure and convenience. The full report dives into the vibrant fitness culture of major metropolitan areas in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru, offering actionable insights into consumer preferences and behaviors. For…
Boston, MA—November 25, 2024— The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) today released the inaugural episode of its anticipated podcast, Shorts With Liz Clark. Hosted by Liz Clark, HFA president and CEO, this bi-weekly series brings together leaders from inside and outside the fitness industry for candid, 30-minute discussions on advocacy, research, business development, and the evolving…
Washington, DC — November 26, 2024 — The Health & Fitness Association today released the following statement regarding the Biden Administration’s proposal on anti-obesity medications. “We are encouraged by the White House’s focus on tackling the growing chronic disease and obesity epidemic, a pressing health challenge for millions of Americans. Expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage for…
Boston, MA—November 20, 2024— The Health & Fitness Association has released session details for the eight education tracks at The HFA Show 2025, which will occur March 12-14 in Las Vegas. Formerly the IHRSA Convention & Trade Show, The HFA Show has transformed its conference design, categorizing this year’s sessions under eight education tracks so attendees can create…
Washington, DC—November 6, 2024—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) congratulates President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance on their election and looks forward to collaborating on impactful health policies that improve access to physical activity, a cornerstone of both mental and physical wellness for Americans of all ages. In the face of a national…
Boston, MA—October 25, 2024— Xponential Fitness CEO Mark King has been named a keynoter at The HFA Show (formerly IHRSA), March 12-14, 2025, in Las Vegas, the Health & Fitness Association (HFA) announced today. Prior to being hired as Xponential CEO in June, King served as president of adidas North America where he doubled market share in less than three…
The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) secured several protections for U.S. fitness facility operators in the Negative Option Rule, otherwise known as “click-to-cancel,” which the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized on October 16. However, some challenges remain for small business operators. The rule requires businesses offering goods or services with recurring payments — such as…
Washington, DC — October 17, 2024 — The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) is proud to announce a significant victory in its ongoing efforts to secure fair regulations for the health and fitness industry following the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) finalization of its Negative Option Rule. While the finalized rule reflects several of the concerns raised…