Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
Planet Fitness Launches Multi-Channel Media Network
Posted: January 3, 2024 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announces the launch of its multi-channel advertising solution, the PF Media Network. The PF Media Network aims to connect advertisers to Planet Fitness members, in-club and digitally across channels, to drive awareness and sales. The PF Media Network will consist of three channels: in-club media, digital audiences and affiliate campaigns. Read More...
Ecore Expands Athletics Portfolio with Exclusive Distribution of OSSTSPORT Products
Posted: January 3, 2024 in Suppliers
LANCASTER, PA - Ecore International, a global leader in the recycling and transformation of reclaimed materials into innovative, performance-driven surfaces, is now the exclusive distributor of OSSTSPORT (Optimum Sport Surface Technology) products in the U.S. OSSTSPORT, a brand of King Arthur Industries Co. Ltd., specializes in manufacturing running tracks, game courts and weight room surfaces. This partnership expands and diversifies Ecore’s product range while further elevating Ecore as a go-to resource for athletic surfaces. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Announces Newest RSCC*E Coaches
Posted: January 2, 2024 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The NSCA announces 40 new strength and conditioning coaches who have obtained the prestigious Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach Emeritus (RSCC*E) designation in 2023, growing this exclusive group to a total of 250. Known as the badge of excellence for elite coaches, the NSCA’s Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC) is the organization’s highest coaching designation. Read More...
Mike Baugh Named USPTA Florida Executive Director
Posted: December 29, 2023 in Suppliers
LAKE NONA, FL - The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. formally announces the appointment of Mike Baugh as the new USPTA Florida Executive Director. Mike's commitment to tennis extends beyond the court. His involvement in various USPTA committees and numerous local and statewide honors underscore his dedication to advancing the sport. Mike took over the role on December 4. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Shawnee, Kansas
Posted: December 28, 2023 in Chains
SHAWNEE, KS - Crunch Franchise announces the Spring 2024 opening of Crunch Shawnee, a 40,000 square-foot state-of-the-art facility with $5 million worth of equipment in the seventh largest city in Kansas. Crunch Shawnee will take the place of a former 24-hour fitness facility, creating a new fitness offering for residents. Crunch Shawnee is owned by Fitness Ventures, LLC, one of the fastest growing franchisees in the Crunch system with numerous locations throughout the U.S. Read More...
Planet Fitness Debuts Empowering Partnership With Megan Thee Stallion, Dubbing Her As ‘Mother Fitness’ in a Dynamic Collaboration for the New Year
Posted: December 28, 2023 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announces its partnership with three-time, Grammy award-winning artist, entrepreneur, philanthropist and health advocate Megan Thee Stallion. The bold new campaign features Megan as 'Mother Fitness,' encouraging gym goers to leave behind the barriers, including intimidation and high prices, commonly found at other gyms and join Planet Fitness, home of the Judgement Free Zone, to find their Big Fitness Energy. Read More...
Wearable Technology Named Top Fitness Trend for 2024
Posted: December 28, 2023 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) released survey results in the article “2024 ACSM Worldwide Fitness Trends: Future Directions of the Health and Fitness Industry,” published in the January/February issue of ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal. Since 2006, the ACSM Worldwide Fitness Trends survey has gathered input from 2,000 clinicians, researchers and practitioners in the fitness industry and is designed to provide input on fitness trends as opposed to “fads” that have little or no impact on the industry. Read More...
EōS Fitness Opens First Gym in Fullerton, California
Posted: December 27, 2023 in Chains
PHOENIX, AZ - EōS Fitness has stepped up the Fullerton fitness scene with the opening of its 14th location in the Golden State, just minutes from Cal State Fullerton (CSUF). Known for its broad range of high-end amenities and energy like no other, EōS brings cutting-edge smart technology along with the newest options in recovery to Fullerton residents. Read More...
Xponential Fitness Partners with KINRGY to Transform the Leading Fitness and Dance Platform into Brick-and-Mortar Experience
Posted: December 27, 2023 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Xponential Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: XPOF) (”Xponential” or “the Company”), one of the largest global franchisors of health and wellness brands, announces it has partnered with KINRGY, a dance and fitness platform founded by Julianne Hough to launch brick-and-mortar KINRGY studio locations. Read More...
Peloton Announces YouTube TV as an Official Entertainment Hub Partner
Posted: December 27, 2023 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton has announced YouTube TV as an official Entertainment Hub partner providing All-Access Members the ability to stream their favorite movies, TV shows and live sports, right from their Peloton Bike(+), Tread(+), or Row. Members are invited to continue to make the most of their “me time” through this new partnership by combining fitness with entertainment, while still making strides towards their goals. Read More...
