The presentation comes on the same day that the US House passed its reconciliation bill, which included provisions from the PHIT Act, which aims to increase access to physical activity to Americans and has been advocated for the HFA. This afternoon, Health & Fitness Association (HFA) President and CEO Liz Clark was in the East…
Buckle up! We’re covering two months worth of health and fitness industry news. From a successful grassroots campaign, pickleball, 2024 trends, and more, get caught up on recent stories, partnerships, and events. Wherever you are in the Northern Hemisphere, we hope that you’ve thoroughly enjoyed your summer! As for those of you in the Southern…
IHRSA Industry Partner Advisory Council town hall highlights IHRSA’s advocacy successes, future plans, and results of IHRSA 2023. On April 27, the Industry Partner Advisory Council (IPAC) hosted its first-ever town hall along with Liz Clark, IHRSA president & CEO, and additional IHRSA leadership to discuss the state of the industry and other issues. Bill…
IHRSA sent a letter to leaders of the United States Congress outlining ways physical activity can help improve mental and physical health, strengthen the U.S. economy, and fortify our national defense. IHRSA is starting the year with bold advocacy moves to ensure our voice grows louder and our influence strengthens. A large part of the…
With the good comes bad is an age-old saying. While the global health and fitness industry mourns a loss, there’s a silver lining of positive events happening, too. October proved to be a big month for the health and fitness industry and internally here at IHRSA: IHRSA 2023 is in less than five months, IHRSA…
Experience cutting-edge equipment, products, and technology from the health, fitness, and wellness industry’s top innovators at the IHRSA 2022 Trade Show in Miami Beach, FL. The health and fitness industry’s biggest event returns this June. IHRSA’s 41st International Convention & Trade Show (IHRSA 2022) is slated to take place in Miami Beach, FL, from June 22-24. Arguably,…
President Biden announces Council on Sports, Fitness, & Nutrition leadership, Fast Company highlights 10 Most Innovative Wellness Companies, climbing gyms are peaking, and more. The health and fitness industry aids consumers in maintaining many aspects of overall wellness. Now, governments and people as a whole are becoming more attuned to the role physical activity and…
The Global Health & Fitness Alliance Advisory Council elected new leadership to serve as Chair and Vice Chair. The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) is delighted to announce the election of Andrea Bell as the new Chair and Richard Beddie as Vice Chair of the GHFA Advisory Council as it ramps up its efforts…
The Global Health & Fitness Alliance Advisory Council elected new leadership to serve as Chair and Vice Chair. The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) is delighted to announce the election of Andrea Bell as the new Chair and Richard Beddie as Vice Chair of the GHFA Advisory Council as it ramps up its efforts…
Active Wellness steps into the medical wellness arena, a reporter highlights the need to prioritize access to physical activity, and more. This week, we have a good lineup of articles, including exercise’s role in the medical community and improving mental health and memory. We also highlight two IHRSA members, one that has pulled through hard…
This week’s Fitness Industry Roundup covers new deals and ways fitness facilities are giving back to their community. With the holidays right around the corner, we’ve wrapped up a few fitness industry stories that revolve around scoring deals and giving back. Inertia Wave Scores a Partnership With Gronk Fitness Inertia Wave Products, set to be…
TIME relays positive data for the fitness industry, sports and lifting help people overcome life’s challenges, and more. There’s nothing our industry likes to hear more than people taking control of their lives and finding an exercise routine that works for them—and sticking with it! We’re seeing more positive data each day that shows people…