IHRSA’s Executive Vice President of Public Policy Helen Durkin shares details of what IHRSA expects to happen in Washington D.C., where the industry’s lobbying efforts are focused, and action you can take today to support efforts to get relief. Keeping track of what’s happening in Washington can be a lot, so allow me to help…
BOSTON, MA—August 13, 2020—Jason Reinhardt, Chair of the IHRSA Board of Directors, has announced that effective immediately, he would be stepping down as chair and as a board member. In a Board of Directors Meeting on Wednesday, August 12, Reinhardt announced that he has decided to resign as the Chair of the IHRSA Board after…
On September 17, we’ll (virtually) come together with the best minds in the fitness industry to innovate, connect, and thrive. Here are five reasons you can’t afford to miss it. To innovate, by definition, is to make changes in something established, especially by introducing new methods, ideas, or products. 2020 has flipped our world upside…
EGYM announced the fourth edition of their live expert series: Digitizing Member Engagement: A How-To Guide on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. BOULDER, CO— August 1, 2020—EGYM, a global fitness technology leader providing fitness and health facilities with intelligent hardware and software solutions, announced the fourth edition of their live expert series: Digitizing Member Engagement: A How-To…
WASHINGTON, D.C.—August 7, 2020—Today, on the eve of the end of the Paycheck Protection Program, Joe Moore, president and CEO of the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), released the following statement: “On Saturday, the federal government will turn off the tap on the Paycheck Protection Program. Sadly, for many of the men and…
BOSTON, MA—August 4, 2020—Overall, health and wellness are essential to reducing the risk of severe COVID-19. So, why is it that health and fitness clubs seem to get so little respect while giving members a safe and clean space to improve their health? The answer is simple: the fitness industry is receiving an abundance of…
Here’s the schedule of speaker sessions and panelist discussions you don’t want to miss at the IHRSA Innovation Summit. BOSTON, MA—August 3, 2020—The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has released the schedule of events along with the full list of speakers for the IHRSA Innovation Summit. As the fitness industry navigates the coronavirus pandemic, come…
IHRSA and club operators across the globe advocate for the importance and safety of health clubs, and provide club operators with a four-pronged safety framework. BOSTON, MA—May 21, 2020—It’s been over four months since the first countries began mandating the closure of more than 200,000 fitness clubs across the globe—with China closing clubs on 24…
Certified trainers can be profitably up and running in a matter of days, without major financial investment or liability risks. EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J.—July 28, 2020—Jon Gallo, a legendary fitness coach and the CEO of Results Boxing and Fitness, wants to give other fitness professionals their best chance to thrive, despite these uncertain times. With that…
The funds are raised selling #KOcovid apparel promoting community solidarity to knock out COVID-19. EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J.—July 28, 2020—Results Boxing and Fitness, headquartered in East Brunswick, New Jersey, has announced an initiative to raise $250,000 and donate it to efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19. Funds raised will specifically go toward two vital areas…
New banner on Ecore websites is designed to support customers with crucial information in support of pandemic requirements Lancaster, PA—July 28, 2020—Ecore, a manufacturer of safety, ergonomic and acoustic performance surfaces, is proud to announce it has created a dedicated landing page that addresses gyms’ cleaning and maintenance needs as a result of the coronavirus…
ISSA, the industry leader in personal training certifications, has partnered with Precision Nutrition to provide trainers with their cutting-edge nutrition education program. PHOENIX, AZ—July 27, 2020—The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), a pioneer in the personal training certification industry, has announced an expanded partnership with Precision Nutrition, the world’s largest online nutrition and healthy lifestyle coaching and certification…