In most developed markets, health clubs reach fewer than 20% of the population. This leaves a large number of people who could benefit from exercising in your health club but aren’t currently. As the world copes with an ongoing viral pandemic—one that has hit people with chronic health conditions and obesity the hardest—the importance of…
Whether or not a person should resume exercising in a fitness center will depend on several factors. Some populations, such as those at higher risk for complications from COVID-19, have been advised by health authorities to continue taking extra precautions, which may mean staying at home even as some activities resume. But for most people,…
Update: The Peloton lawsuit was settled out of court in late February 2020 for an undisclosed amount of money. Peloton and the National Music Publishers Association have entered into a collaborative agreement to “further optimize” Peloton’s music licensing process. The other terms of the settlement agreement are not open to the public. In March 2019,…
We are in the midst of a world-historical event, a global disruption that has affected nearly all aspects of daily life. Now, in a number of countries people under “shelter in place” orders, non-essential businesses are closed, and all regions are directing people to practice social distancing and self-isolation. This means the temporary closure of…
This is an IHRSA featured article, brought to you by HydroMassage. As the wellness trend continues to make an impact on traditional health clubs, many consumers are finding the terms “mindfulness” and “self-care” in their everyday vocabulary. It’s in this category that the concept of recovery has begun to trend in mainstream health and fitness…
Roughly one in every 200 people living in the United States could develop some form of cancer. Let’s think about that for a moment. That means there could be an estimated 1,685,210 new cases of cancer in the U.S. alone. That’s pretty scary, but thanks to advances in medical science and programs at gyms like…
Overall, 2019 was a year of abundance for the fitness industry. In May, The IHRSA Global Report found that the global industry revenue totaled $94 billion and, as a result, health clubs are on pace to reach 230 million members by 2030. But revenue and membership numbers aren’t where the story ends. At the start of each year,…
The partnership provides PTR members around the world access to the most comprehensive tennis-specific fitness, education, and certification. HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC, USA—January 2, 2020—Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) is proud to announce a new partnership with International Tennis Performance Association (iTPA). The partnership provides PTR members around the world access to the most comprehensive tennis-specific…
During the month of January, health and fitness are at the top of many minds. Google searches for health and fitness peak at the beginning of the year, and according to the 2017 IHRSA Media Report, 10.8% of all health club members join their gyms in January. Yet many who embark on fitness resolutions in…
When Orangetheory Fitness learned that its members’ most common request was to use their Apple Watch in class, the company listened. Today, the billion-dollar fitness brand announced OTbeat Link—a new device that enables members to use their Apple Watch to track heart rate data during workouts. “Apple Watch is designed to help people live a…
Selling gift certificates can be a great way to introduce fitness newcomers to the services your club provides. They also allow friends and family to support their loved one’s gym habits—since they don’t necessarily need another Christmas sweater or a fancy birthday dinner. However, before you make the decision to sell gift certificates, you should…
The holiday season brings with it a whole lot of distractions. Shopping for gifts, decorating your home, attending holiday parties, and visiting with relatives can all make it difficult to stick to healthy routines. Then there’s the travel. The holiday weeks, from late November to early January, are the busiest travel times of the year….