IRVINE, CA—Hyperice, the industry leader in recovery technology and pioneer of percussion, vibration, dynamic air compression and thermal technology, today announced the acquisition of Core, a mental wellness company that invented the first meditation training device and app of its kind. The acquisition highlights Hyperice’s commitment to mental wellness as a critical pillar to overall health,…
The IHRSA 2021 event program has been finalized. Saddle up to celebrate the fitness industry’s revival in Dallas, TX! To put it mildly, it’s been a long and stressful two years since the global health and fitness industry gathered in-person. All of us at IHRSA eagerly await the day that we can all come together. If you…
This week’s roundup features a diversity and inclusion course for fitness professionals, a comprehensive CRM platform, how exercise combats negative health outcomes, and more. More often than not, business owners and operators are figuring out how to gain more time to get things done. A new all-in-one CRM platform aims to give fitness professionals just…
Now is our best chance to get the GYMS Act passed. Use our new resources to write to your Senators to put it over the top! Right now in Washington, D.C., lawmakers are discussing what to include in the next reconciliation bill. This bill is our best chance to get the GYMS Act passed, but…
GREENVILLE, SC—July 21, 2021—9Round Franchising, LLC, the world’s largest kickboxing fitness franchise, recently celebrated its 2020 CEO award winners at the 9Round Virtual Convention. “Our CEO award winners embody the 9Round mission completely,” said Shannon Hudson, founder and CEO of 9Round. “They embrace the challenges of owning a business while continuing to provide the best…
LOS ANGELES, CA—July 20, 2021—World Gym International, the iconic fitness brand, is celebrating its 45th Anniversary with a Global Group Exercise event called, “Gorilla Week Goes Global” on Saturday, July 31. World Gym locations across six continents will be hosting their Group Exercise special event to celebrate the anniversary. Gyms will be posting photos and…
In honor of Dr. Cooper’s 90th birthday, IHRSA supported the 90 days to “Get Cooperized” initiative. What did the “Father of Aerobics,” also known as Kenneth H. Cooper, M.D., MPH, want for his 90th birthday? For Americans to live a healthier lifestyle. Cooper is the founder and chairman of Cooper Aerobics and a preventive medicine physician at…
BROOMFIELD, CO—August 17, 2021—Intelivideo, a video on demand (VOD), livestreaming and digital technology platform for the fitness, health and wellness industry, today announced a new strategic partnership with ABC Fitness Solutions. The companies have agreed to jointly develop and market Virtual Classes by Intelivideo, a seamlessly integrated solution between ABC Fitness Solutions’ club management software…
FRANKLIN PARK, IL—August 16, 2021—ICG (Indoor Cycling Group), a specialist provider and award-winning market leader in indoor cycling, introduced today new additions to its ICG Connect System as part of its growing digital ecosystem of indoor cycling offerings. ICG Connect is an all-in-one multimedia solution that brings experiential fitness to group cycling by integrating real-time…
GREENVILLE, SC—July 15, 2021—Integrated Media Publishing today announced Heather Hudson, COO and Co-Founder of 9Round Fitness, as one of the recipients of the South Carolina 2021 Women in Business Award. This award highlights businesswomen from across the state based on their career achievements, contributions to their companies and community involvement. “I’m honored to be among…
LOS ANGELES, CA—July 15, 2021—World Gym International has expanded its collection of workouts on its on-demand training platform World Gym Anywhere with workouts from SoulBody Fitness. World Gym Anywhere subscribers now have access to SoulBody Fitness classes like SoulBody Barre, SoulBody Unhitched, SoulBody ZenBurn, and SoulBody Power. “Athletic Training, Yoga Fusion, and Barre classes have been very popular with World…
BOSTON, MA—July 9, 2021—IHRSA, The Global Health & Fitness Association, released The 2021 IHRSA Global Report. This year’s report provides a comprehensive overview of the worldwide health and fitness industry with a focus on COVID-19’s impact on health clubs, gyms, and studios. “Last year will go down in history as one of the most challenging for…