Health and Fitness Club Industry News
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Peloton Introduces Lanebreak Tread
Posted: June 28, 2023 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton announces the launch of Lanebreak Tread. Available to all Peloton Tread Members globally, Lanebreak Tread combines gaming-inspired fitness content and music for a fun interactive cardio workout that is tailored to the Peloton Tread. This announcement follows the introduction of Lanebreak Bike in 2022 with millions of Lanebreak workouts completed since launch. Read More...
TRX Announces Acquisition of YBell Fitness
Posted: June 27, 2023 in Suppliers
DELRAY BEACH, FL - TRX, a global leader in functional training equipment and education announces the acquisition of YBell, an Australian revolutionary fitness equipment company known for its innovative designs and versatile training tools. This strategic acquisition enhances TRX's cutting-edge, multi-purpose, patented product offerings and training solutions. The acquisition will further enhance TRX's ecosystem enabling fitness enthusiasts, personal trainers and gym owners the access to a comprehensive range of functional training equipment and related education. Read More...
IHRSA Announces New Staff and Promotions
Posted: June 22, 2023 in HFA
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Liz Clark, President & CEO of IHRSA, the Global Health & Fitness Association, announces the hiring of new staff members and the promotion of a team member. Pamela Kufahl joined June 19 as Senior Director of Communications and will lead external-facing campaigns, drive social media content, and produce a wide array of member and industry-facing articles, documents and resources such as the popular Health Club Consumer Report and Global Report. Pam joins IHRSA from Club Industry where she was Director of Content and Engagement, and previously Editor-in-Chief, a post she assumed in 2004. Read More...
Inaugural ESG Report Highlights Life Time’s 30 Years of Sustainable and Socially Responsible Business Practices
Posted: June 22, 2023 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), one of the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brands, has released its inaugural Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, reinforcing the company's steadfast commitment to sustainable and socially responsible business practices for more than 30 years. The company's Healthy Way of Life accomplishments are highlighted within three categories: Healthy People, Healthy Planet and Healthy Principles. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Announces 2023 Career Awards
Posted: June 22, 2023 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) announces the recipients of the organization’s 2023 Career Awards. Given annually, these distinguished awards honor those individuals who have made significant contributions to the strength and conditioning community throughout their careers. Each winner will be formally recognized at the 2023 NSCA National Conference in Las Vegas, NV, July 12 - 15. Read More...
ACE Announces New Wix Partnership, Adds to Growing Library of Career Support Resources
Posted: June 22, 2023 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has partnered with Wix, a leading website building company, to launch the ACE+Wix Website Builder. The ACE+Wix Website Builder offers health and fitness professionals ready-to-use templates and a built-in suite of digital tools to create a website quickly and efficiently. It will also allow users to build their personal brand, reach new customers, increase their polished and professional online presence, connect with clients and gain career and technical support. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Posted: June 21, 2023 in Chains
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming Fall 2023 opening of Crunch Sioux Falls, a 60,000-square-foot fitness facility, with $6 million dollars' worth of state-of-the-art equipment. Crunch Sioux Falls is located in a newly renovated space previously occupied by Gordmans. Crunch Sioux Falls is owned by Fitness Ventures, LLC, one of the fastest growing franchisees in the Crunch system with numerous locations throughout the U.S. Crunch Sioux Falls will be the 40th location nationwide for Fitness Ventures, LLC. Read More...
Planet Fitness Announces Expansion in Montgomery County, Maryland
Posted: June 21, 2023 in Chains
TIMONIUM, MD - Planet Fitness, one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, is expanding in Montgomery County, Maryland. Ohana Growth Partners, a franchise division of Planet Fitness, will open two new locations. Construction will soon commence with club openings anticipated by year end. Read More...
John Reed Makes its Grand Entrance to Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade
Posted: June 21, 2023 in Chains
SANTA MONICA, CA - JOHN REED, the internationally acclaimed fitness brand known for its cutting-edge facilities, dynamic classes, live DJs, endless training options and a vibrant community atmosphere, announces the Grand Opening of its newest location in the lively city of Santa Monica. Located in the heart of Santa Monica at the corner of 3rd Street Promenade and Wilshire Blvd, JOHN REED encompasses three stories of state-of-the-art facilities infused with coastal vibes and an airy atmosphere. Read More...
Act Now to Speak at IHRSA 2024
Posted: June 20, 2023 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - Thousands of the global health and fitness industry's best minds gather each year at the IHRSA International Convention & Trade Show. The IHRSA stage is set as the perfect opportunity for you to tell your story, share your expertise and build your network. IHRSA 2024 will take place March 6 - 8, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. Apply to speak at an education session before applications close on June 30. Read More...
