How a group of European fitness leaders rolled up their sleeves to bring the IHRSA European Congress 2020 Virtual Edition to life. Join us in the spring of 2021. October 29, 2020 UPDATE: With countries across Europe going into another round of COVID-19 related lockdowns, IHRSA has made the difficult decision to postpone the upcoming IHRSA…
BOSTON, MA—October 4, 2021—The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA), an IHRSA initiative launched to establish the health and fitness sector as an essential service and a key contributor within the healthcare continuum, announced its inaugural nine-member Advisory Council. “After meticulously sorting through numerous applications, we have put together a solid group of industry veterans who…
Technology is forever changing, and success in the health and fitness industry means adapting to new products and services to appeal to members. I’m constantly enamored by new gadgets and technology. How can people keep coming up with these fresh, exciting ideas, let alone bring them to life? It goes to show that there’s truly…
This week’s roundup features physical activity trends, a walking for a cure event, the launch of a Chinese website to support IHRSA members, and more. It is truly music to the ears hearing—and seeing—more discussions about physical activity and the connection to overall health and well-being. And, with big players like the World Health Organization…
SEATTLE, WA, and BUFFALO, NY—September 23, 2021—SportsArt, a leader in fitness equipment, design, and manufacturing, has been selected by the Motion Project Foundation to provide the Intelligently Controlled Assistive Rehabilitation Elliptical (ICARE) system as part of a new state of the art rehabilitation facility in Western New York. The Madonna ICARE System by SportsArt is…
BROOMFIELD, CO—September 23, 2021—Intelivideo, a Video On Demand (VOD), livestreaming and digital technology platform for the fitness, health and wellness industry, announced today the appointment of Keith Lansdale as the company’s Vice President of Sales. Lansdale, who most recently served as Vice President of Client Relations at ABC Fitness Solutions, is stepping into his new…
If you can’t make it in-person to IHRSA 2021, you can still join in on the fun from your home or office and access a wealth of resources to help your business thrive. It’s time to get together again, and while we wish everyone could join us in person at IHRSA’s 40th Anniversary International Convention &…
SAN DIEGO, CA—September 17, 2021—The American Council on Exercise (ACE) promoted Sarah Beavins to the role of Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Beavins has more than two decades of marketing experience in higher education, nonprofit and advertising agencies. “ACE is thrilled to have Sarah on the ACE team,” said Scott Goudeseune, Chief Executive Officer of ACE. “With proven success…
MUNICH, GERMANY—September 17, 2021—EGYM receives $41 million in growth equity to accelerate the digitization of the fitness and health industry. EGYM, a leading global fitness technology developer, has received $41 million in a Series E financing round from Mayfair Equity Partners, a leading tech and consumer growth investor. Following the investment, Mayfair Equity Partners will own…
INDIANAPOLIS, IN—September 16, 2021—Upper Hand, a leading provider of fitness management software, today announced it has been named a “Noteworthy Product” by Capterra, a free online service that helps organizations find the right software. Upper Hand is a winner in 5 Capterra Shortlist categories so far this year: Best Fitness Software, Best Personal Training Software, Best Yoga Studio…
LOS ANGELES, CA—September 15, 2021—World Gym International, the iconic global fitness brand, has big plans for Texas. World Gym has signed franchise agreements for brand new gyms in Kyle and Cleburne, Texas. The two new gyms join World Gyms in Ingram Park in San Antonio, Beaumont, North Dowlen, Texas City, Burleson and a previously announced…
Today, more than ever, the fitness industry is essential to public health. The health of all attending the IHRSA 40th Anniversary International Convention & Trade Show in Dallas, Texas, from October 13-15, is crucial not only for attendees, but also their families back home. Here we dive into our guidelines (as of September 14, 2021)…