BOSTON, MA—December 20, 2023—The number of Americans who were members of a fitness facility in 2022 increased by 3.7% to 68.9 million consumers ages six and older, a record number for the industry, and overall facility users (members plus non-member users) climbed 8.1% to 82.7 million people, according to the 2023 U.S. Health & Fitness Consumer…
Washington, D.C.—November 30, 2023—The MIC Coalition today announced that IHRSA, the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of industry leaders, is the latest member to join the coalition in support of transparency and balance in the music licensing industry. IHRSA and its members join a broad-based collection of businesses that provide music in retail establishments,…
BOSTON, MA—November 2, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—has hired Charles Regnante as Manager of Government Affairs. In this role, Charles will play a crucial role in strengthening IHRSA’s advocacy initiatives. Charles joins IHRSA with experience in state politics, advocacy technology, and fundraising. Most recently, he was…
BOSTON, MA—October 24, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—concluded its 2023 IHRSA European Congress last week at the Lisbon Congress Centre in Lisbon, Portugal. “The Congress not only offers educational and networking opportunities, but it’s also a great place for business meetings and dealmaking between our 15…
BOSTON, MA—October 19, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—was named a top-performing trade group as ranked by key policymakers, staff, media, influencers, lobbyists, and communications professionals working in the nation’s capital, according to an annual TradeMarks survey by APCO, an independent global public affairs and strategic communications consultancy….
BOSTON, MA—October 11, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—has secured industry visionary Mark Mastrov as one of three keynote speakers at its IHRSA Convention & Trade Show, March 6-8, 2024, in Los Angeles. Mark, principal at New Evolution Fitness Company, founded 24 Hour Fitness, UFC Gyms, and Crunch…
BOSTON, MA—September 19, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—has announced three keynotes for its 20th IHRSA European Congress 17-19 October at the Lisbon Congress Centre in Lisbon, Portugal. Peter Cohen, author, performance coach, and human behavior expert, and Michelle King, co-CEO and founder of The Culture Practice,…
BOSTON, MA—September 21, 2023—IHRSA President & CEO Liz Clark issued the following statement regarding the announcement of the passing of Fitness International Co-founder Louis Welch: “Louis Welch was an instrumental leader in the fitness industry since he co-founded LA Fitness in 1984 in California, growing it to more than 700 locations in the United States…
BOSTON, MA—September 18, 2023—IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—has released the 2023 IHRSA Global Report, an annual review of the health and trajectory of the global industry. Data from a survey of IHRSA member health clubs, gyms, and studios as well as insights from federation leaders in 15…
BOSTON, MA—September 12, 2023—Lights, camera, action! IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of health and fitness industry leaders—opened registration today for the IHRSA Convention & Trade Show in Los Angeles March 6-8, 2024. More than 8,000 participants from around the world are expected to attend this premier event at the Los Angeles Convention Center for…
Buckle up! We’re covering two months worth of health and fitness industry news. From a successful grassroots campaign, pickleball, 2024 trends, and more, get caught up on recent stories, partnerships, and events. Wherever you are in the Northern Hemisphere, we hope that you’ve thoroughly enjoyed your summer! As for those of you in the Southern…
BOSTON, MA—July 31, 2023—August may be summer recess for the U.S. Congress, but for IHRSA, the Global Health & Fitness Association, it offers an opportunity to launch a grassroots campaign urging co-sponsorship of the PHIT Act of 2023 (H.R. 1582/S. 786). The PHIT Act would allow Americans to use their Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and…