What you need to know about the letter health and fitness organizations sent to congressional leadership asking them to pass the GYMS Act. On June 17, 2021, IHRSA sent a letter—cosigned by 15 other organizations—to congressional leadership. This letter highlights why the health and fitness industry still needs relief from the economic devastation caused by…
Governor Newsom announces new council focusing on physical and mental health, NASM releases an online fitness course to manage COVID’s impact, fitness and wellness organizations urge Congress to include the GYMS Act, and more. During the past 15 months, COVID-19 has undeniably left a lasting mark globally. This week’s roundup focuses on COVID-19’s impact on…
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…
The fitness industry looks to innovate with contemporary, post-COVID facilities and services. And we look at how marketing to consumers has changed. The health and fitness industry is amidst a revolutionary time in history. Things will never be as they were exactly, but that leaves plenty of room to improve services, facilities, member relations, and…
Industry Partners gathered to learn about the decision to move IHRSA 2021 to Dallas, the plans for future conventions, and new initiatives that will benefit IHRSA members and the industry at-large. On Thursday, May 6, approximately 100 industry partners joined IHRSA interim President & CEO Brent Darden and the IHRSA Industry Partner Advisory Council in a virtual…
Hosts Brent Darden, Sara Kooperman, Bill McBride, and Blair McHaney shared their thoughts on COVID-19 vaccination requirements for employees and members, how remote work is affecting gyms, and other topics making an impact on the industry. As many businesses are preparing for post-pandemic life, many health club owners and operators are wondering if now is…
Busy 2021 shows progress on many fronts and brings Dallas into the spotlight. IHRSA interim President & CEO Brent Darden and the IHRSA Industry Partner Advisory Council invite all IHRSA Industry Partners to join them in a conversation about the current state of IHRSA and the industry on Thursday, May 6, from 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. EDT. Shortly…
The powerhouse panel, Brent Darden, Sara Kooperman, J.D., Bill McBride, and Blair McHaney, shared their thoughts on clubs preparing to reopen, elevating women in fitness, why outdoor fitness is here to stay, and more! The easing of COVID-19 restrictions in some parts of the country are requiring health club owners to think about and decide…
The four include Loni Wang, CEO of Catic Wellness Group, Ltd.; Luke Carlson, CEO of Discover Strength; Aaron Moore, director of operations at VIDA Fitness & Aura Spa; and Jose Teixeira, head of customer experience for SC Fitness in Lisbon. A slate of four industry leaders have been nominated to serve on the association’s board of…
In the show’s lively debut, four industry insiders share their thoughts on current news, speculation on the future of gyms, and the challenges and opportunities facing fitness businesses. ‘Talks & Takes’ is sponsored by ABC Fitness Solutions. A new twist on the typical industry webinar, Talks & Takes approaches key topics around the fitness industry and provides…
The PAA brings multiple stakeholders in the physical activity community together to be impactful in policy, systems, and environmental change. It is tempting for the health and fitness club industry to feel like lonely warriors while fighting to get the 80% of the American population who are inactive active. The reality is that a legion…
In cooperation with FitnessConnected, this event will strengthen learning and networking opportunities for the European health and fitness industry this November. As part of a newly agreed collaboration, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), the world’s only association representing the health and fitness industry, will hold the inaugural IHRSA SMART Summit conference as a concurrent…