Press Releases

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…

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…

BOSTON, MA—October 16, 2024—As more Americans prioritize their health and wellness, U.S. fitness facilities reached a record 72.9 million members in 2023, representing 23.7% of the U.S. population aged six and older, according to new data from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA). These findings are detailed in the 2024 U.S. Health & Fitness Consumer Report,…

Health & Fitness Association Liz Clark today released the following statement on the October 14 passing of former U.S. Chamber of Commerce President Tom Donohue, for who she worked for six years earlier in her career: “Tom was a legend in the nation’s capital, the business world, and as an association leader–and he is also…

Washington, D.C.—October 15, 2024—The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) is proud to announce the release of its 2024 State Advocacy Report, showcasing the association’s tireless work to protect the health and fitness industry from harmful legislation. The report underscores the crucial role of advocacy in ensuring the success and sustainability of fitness facilities across the…