FRANKLIN PARK, IL—June 28, 2021—Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment, today announced the relocation of its global headquarters to Franklin Park, IL, to consolidate its corporate operations, effective July 1, 2021. The consolidation effort will support future growth and innovation across the organization and provide a space to engage and collaborate with…
DURHAM, NC—June 28, 2021—Plan2Play, a technology company serving the needs of the fitness and wellness industries, today announced the launch of its ARC software. The customer relationship management tool enables entrepreneurs in the fitness, health, and wellness spaces the ability to Attract members, Run their business and Connect their communities. “I am thrilled to bring this solution to market, as the…
OCONOMOWOC, WI, & MOSCOW, RUSSIA—June 22, 2021—To accommodate growing international demand, FITBENCH has expanded operations in Russia through an exclusive partnership with Fitness Division Company, LLC, which will serve and do business as (DBA) FITBENCH Russia. Founded in Moscow in 2009, Fitness Division specializes in sales and maintenance of commercial fitness equipment, high-quality accessories, and functional…
COON RAPIDS, MN—June 22, 2021—As global demand increases for its innovative functional and strength training products, Torque Fitness has named seasoned fitness industry veteran Leo Schreuders its vice president of sales for Europe. With more than 26 years in the international fitness and sporting goods industry, Schreuders is leading the expansion of Torque’s business throughout the European…
ROSEMONT, IL, & NEWPORT BEACH, CA—June 22, 2021—To meet the need for adaptive, personalized training content, Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment, announced a vested strategic partnership with PEAR Sports, the leader in smart, digital coaching technology. “To further expand our digital ecosystem, we are working collaboratively with best-in-class partners to co-create…
BROOMFIELD, CO—June 22, 2021—Intelivideo, a Video on Demand (VOD) and digital technology platform for the health and wellness industry, and InnoSoft, the market leader in campus recreation software, announced today a new strategic partnership that unites the providers’ capabilities to create an adaptable recreation management and VOD fitness platform for collegiate recreational fitness facilities. “Intelivideo has…
TIMONIUM, MD—June 22, 2021—Planet Fitness – one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand – announces further expansion in Palm Beach County. In mid-August, Planet Fitness Delray Beach East is scheduled to open at 3065 S. Federal Highway, Delray Beach, FL 33483. As…
PORTLAND, TN—June 22, 2021—Planet Fitness – one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand – announces the opening of its club in Portland Village (112-A West Night St., Portland, TN 37148). Open and staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the…
To reach our greatest potential, we need to come together to support the health and fitness industry and each other. IHRSA 2021 in Dallas, October 13-15, is our time to relaunch the momentum of growth for our industry in a BIG way! We will be “Celebrating the Industry’s Revival,” and we need you there! Uniting for…
WASHINGTON, D.C.—June 17, 2021—Today, sixteen organizations, led by IHRSA, the Global Health & Fitness Association, and Community Gyms Coalition (CGC), released a letter calling on Congress to include H.R. 890 and S. 1613, the Gym Mitigation and Survival Act (GYMS Act), as part of any future economic recovery legislation. “Government-mandated COVID-19 business closures and restrictions have taken an enormous toll…
BOSTON, MA—June 10, 2021—IHRSA, The Global Health & Fitness Association, today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Clark as the association’s next president and CEO. Clark, a seasoned association executive, joins IHRSA at a critical time for the fitness industry and the association. IHRSA is the world’s leading authority on the commercial health club industry. Clark…
BOSTON, MA, & BEIJING, CHINA—June 7, 2021—Following an effective and mutually beneficial 11-year partnership, IHRSA, The Global Health & Fitness Association, and ChinaFit have announced a Strategic Membership Licensing Agreement to expand IHRSA knowledge and membership services through China. “2021, the beginning of a new decade, marks the upgraded cooperation of ChinaFit and IHRSA. IHRSA…