BOSTON, MA—July 9, 2021—IHRSA, The Global Health & Fitness Association, released The 2021 IHRSA Global Report. This year’s report provides a comprehensive overview of the worldwide health and fitness industry with a focus on COVID-19’s impact on health clubs, gyms, and studios. “Last year will go down in history as one of the most challenging for…
BOSTON, MA—July, 2021—NOUFLEX LLC announced its new membership to IHRSA as part of its efforts to partner with health clubs and studios. Partnerships will help fitness businesses maintain and increase clientele by providing gym members with custom workout options. The at-home fitness industry has recently soared and this trend may continue, putting traditional health clubs…
Health and fitness professionals gathered at the second United We Rise – Stronger Than Ever event to learn where industry relief efforts stand and what recovery will look like in the future. On Tuesday, June 29, health and fitness industry stakeholders gathered for the second industry action event, United We Rise – Stronger Than Ever. The…
One fitness chain takes a stand for female athletes, a fitness brand acquires a nutrition coaching service, and more fitness news. We love to see so many businesses and people in the health and fitness industry reaching new heights during the toughest of times. One brand recently became the first and only fitness corporation to…
OCONOMOWOC, WI—July 8, 2021—As the global pandemic fueled widespread adoption of home workouts, FITBENCH is introducing its first all-in-one workout bench designed for use at home. The lightweight, space-saving FITBENCH FREE is also the company’s first model that is made entirely in the United States. “We are so excited to add this innovative solution to our growing…
SAN DIEGO, CA—July 8, 2021—Today, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) furthers its commitment to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion with a first-of-its-kind course on how exercise professionals and health coaches can build a more inclusive fitness industry. The course, Taking Action with ACE: Practicing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as an Exercise Professional, is the first step on a…
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…
July 7, 2021—As an AI trailblazer, tech expert and former health club operator, Keepme founder and CEO Ian Mullane is both hugely passionate about data, and uniquely positioned to understand what gym operators must do to embrace its all-but-untapped potential to revolutionize their businesses. Fortunately, he is able to convey his in-depth knowledge in a…
BOSTON, MA—July 7, 2021—IHRSA’s 40th Anniversary International Convention & Trade Show (IHRSA 2021) website is now live and includes a registration portal, the complete three-day schedule, and more. From October 13-15, 2021, the health and fitness industry will converge at IHRSA 2021 in Dallas, TX, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas. The occasion marks the…
BOSTON, MA, & SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA—July 6, 2021—To strengthen and unify the global health and fitness industry, IHRSA, The Global Health & Fitness Association, has partnered with the Fitness & Recreation Industry Technology Summit (FRITS). After a successful inaugural event in 2019, FRITS is back and promises to be bigger and better. The two-day educational event will be…
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…
BOSTON, MA—July 1, 2021—IHRSA, the Global Health and Fitness Association, is pleased to announce that Active Entities Consulting of Marblehead, MA, has joined the association as an Industry Partner. Active Entities is committed to working with IHRSA to generate grassroots support for the GYMS (Gym Mitigation and Survival) Act and other important industry initiatives. Active…