CHICAGO, IL—November 24, 2020—Fitness professionals from around the world came together with LES MILLS, POUND, and PILOXING for a day of education, meaningful discussions, and moving together toward racial justice. The TOGETHER WE RISE virtual event was hosted October 28 by LES MILLS, POUND, and PILOXING, the three group fitness brands that have formed the Group X Alliance, uniting for change. The…
The United Health & Fitness Federation brought pertinent IHRSA resources to Indian lawmakers in hopes of reopening health and fitness clubs. Now members can return and work on improving their overall health. For the first time in months, India’s health and fitness clubs can reopen their doors to the public. With the approval of stakeholders and the…
BOSTON, MA—November 19, 2020—Based on data from major payment processing firms, 15% of fitness clubs and studios in the U.S. have closed permanently as of September 30. Up to one in four American health clubs may close by the end of the year as club operators grapple with the coronavirus pandemic’s disproportionate impact. “In over…
ROSEMONT, IL—November 17, 2020—Life Fitness today launched the Heat Row and Heat Performance Row, two powerful new rowing machines designed to enhance the rowing experience of all users. The Life Fitness Heat Rowers feature sleek and modern aesthetics with a variety of easy-to-use features to meet the training needs of facilities and exercisers. The Life Fitness…
MINNEAPOLIS, MN—November 10, 2020—After 14 years of business and two years of planning, Discover Strength, a Minnesota-based fitness studio, is franchising. With five current Minnesota locations and two in the works, Discover Strength hopes to award eight franchises by the end of the year. “Our economy is facing a tumultuous time. Many people have felt…
Precision Nutrition’s special report reveals emotional and stress eating as top nutrition challenges for better health in 2020 TORONTO, Canada—November 7, 2019—Precision Nutrition, an industry leader in healthy eating and lifestyle coaching, released its special report “2020 Nutrition, Fitness, and Health Trends & Insights,” which identifies the areas of Emotional and Stress Eating, Lack of…
PINEHURST, NC—October 26, 2020—The Medical Fitness Association (MFA) is pleased to announce that Kevin McHugh, COO of The Atlantic Club in New Jersey, a MFA Certified Facility, has been appointed to the MFA Board of Directors. Mr. McHugh will serve a three year term beginning in January 2021. “We are honored to have Kevin serve…
Seattle, WA—November 2, 2020—SportsArt, a green fitness brand that develops sustainable gym equipment, today announces its partnership with GRIDSERVE, an international sustainable energy business based in the UK that powers communities through renewable energy solutions. Together, these brands will bring to life an all-new Electric Forecourt, offering a simple and stress-free electric vehicle charging station…
We’ve made the difficult decision to postpone the upcoming IHRSA European Congress 2020: Virtual Edition to the spring of 2021. With countries across Europe going into another round of COVID-19 related lockdowns, IHRSA has made the difficult decision to postpone the upcoming IHRSA European Congress 2020: Virtual Edition to the spring of 2021. After extensively consulting with many…
GREENVILLE, SC—November 2, 2020—9Round Franchising, LLC, the world’s largest kickboxing franchise, has been named to the 2020 Franchise Times Top 200+ list. 9Round makes the list at 285 out of 500. “It’s an honor to be named to the Franchise Times 200+ list again and I credit the recognition to our superior home office staff and our hardworking franchisees,”…
SANTA MONICA, CA—October 26, 2020—Leading U.S. based gym designers FitnessDesignGroup and world leading hospitality group Accor began collaborating on the future of fitness well before the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic. Responding to the current environment, and taking cues from leading boutique studios worldwide, a new hotel gym experience has emerged that exudes energy, inclusiveness, and enjoyment…
WASHINGTON, D.C.—October 27, 2020—VIDA Fitness is launching the Personal Training & Scholarship Mentorship Program in partnership with National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). The purpose of the program is to create more opportunities for Black aspiring personal trainers to have access to the certification program, textbooks, and mentorship necessary to launch a successful career in Washington, D.C.,…