Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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FlexIt Announces the Launch of FlexItPRO, an Exclusive Online Service Connecting Consumers to World Class Fitness Professionals
Posted: July 12, 2021 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - FlexIt, the gym access and training app that offers access to Virtual Personal Training sessions (VPT) from certified trainers and boutique fitness professionals, announces FlexItPRO, a new invitation-only platform giving users access to the premium trainers usually exclusive to celebrities, professional athletes and other A-list clientele. With FlexItPRO, clients can book training sessions with ultra-elite trainers and coaches for personalized virtual health planning and training from anywhere in the world. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Announces the Launch of NSCA TV
Posted: July 12, 2021 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) announces the launch of a brand new video-streaming service: NSCA TV. The initial launch includes instant access to over 400 strength and conditioning and sport science videos from some of the industry’s leading experts. Read More...
The Health and Fitness Industry Aims to Come Back Stronger Than Ever
Posted: July 9, 2021 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - On Tuesday, June 29, health and fitness industry stakeholders gathered for the second industry action event, United We Rise - Stronger Than Ever. The theme was “Relief and Recovery,” and the overarching message was clear: the world needs physical activity now more than ever, and we must capitalize on opportunities to emerge from the pandemic as a more united, more impactful, and more powerful industry. The distinguished speakers included... Read More...
2021 IHRSA Global Report: Fitness Industry Seeks Relief, Recovery
Posted: July 9, 2021 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - 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. Information in the report is separated in four sections: Industry Overview, Industry Research, Company Profiles and Partner Profiles. Key research takeaways from The 2021 IHRSA Global Report include... Read More...
ACE Launches Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Course for Exercise Professionals to Build More Inclusive Fitness Industry
Posted: July 8, 2021 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - 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 journey to ensure all physical activity participants have equal access and feel welcome in every environment. Read More...
Health and Fitness Organizations Send Letter to Congressional Leadership
Posted: July 8, 2021 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - 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 the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re urging Congress to pass the GYMS Act (H.R.890/S.1613) and create a grant program for health and fitness businesses impacted by the pandemic. The letter builds on the GYMS Act's current momentum. Currently, 142 members in the House of Representatives and nine Senators have signed on, with more adding their names and supporting the GYMS Act each week. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posted: July 7, 2021 in Chains
FORT COLLINS, CO - Crunch Franchise announces the November 2021 opening of Crunch Fort Collins, a $5 million, 40,000-square-foot fitness facility in the heart of Colorado. Crunch Fort Collins is owned by seasoned fitness veterans Brian Hibbard and John Armatas, who own 18 additional Crunch locations nationwide for Fitness Ventures. The new Crunch will be located in a renovated space formerly occupied by Miramont Fitness, with $1 million dollars' worth of state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Read More...
Excitement Builds for IHRSA 2021: Full Program Now Available
Posted: July 7, 2021 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - 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 association’s 40th anniversary, and the first time the industry will physically gather after a two-year hiatus. Read More...
Snap Fitness Honored with Franchise Innovation Award
Posted: July 7, 2021 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - Snap Fitness has received a 2021 Franchise Innovation Award from Franchise Innovation Media for the company's "MOVE with Snap Fitness at Home" challenge. Little was known about COVID-19 at the start of 2020. Yet, by mid-March, the U.S. was in total quarantine, and clubs and fitness centers went into full lockdown. Snap Fitness offered a 28-day challenge in the spring to not only incentivize their members but also bring services to people who were without a gym family altogether. Read More...
Technogym Opens New Boutique in Puerto Rico
Posted: July 7, 2021 in Suppliers
SAN JUAN, P.R. - Technogym announces the opening of its brand-new retail boutique in San Juan, Puerto Rico, located in the Mall of San Juan, the unrivaled shopping destination for the entire island of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean region. The space has been designed to offer a real Wellness lifestyle experience and allow people to discover the best products, technologies and services for physical exercise at home. The boutique will also have access to experienced personal trainers and interior designers for bespoke home-gym projects and personalized consultations. Read More...
