Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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July 2016 Cover Story Preview: Dr. Gerry Faust – Doctor of the Grand Problem Solving Event
Posted: July 5, 2016 in Other News
Dr. Gerry Faust, 74, is truly one of a kind... a true gentleman and a vastly experienced and extremely highly qualified man in his field who leaves huge footprints in the world of high-level management training and education for all who follow him. Dr. Faust has produced some of the finest tools there are for business management training. And, he has created a host of Roundtable relationships where his clients share their knowledge, experience and talents with each other. He leads the groups so their sharing is, in essence, a guide for them to navigate the waters of business... no matter what the hazards may be. Read More...
MOSSA Plans to Release Its Workout Videos for Xbox Fitness Before Microsoft’s Shutdown of the Service
Posted: July 5, 2016 in Suppliers
MARIETTA, GA - MOSSA has revealed its plans to offer standalone versions of its series of video workouts that are on Xbox Fitness before the Xbox One service itself completely shuts down in July 2017. Microsoft announced in late June that it has shut down purchases of paid Xbox Fitness workouts, but users who have already paid for those videos could continue to use them until the full shutdown in July 2017. In a YouTube message, MOSSA Vice President, Cathy Spencer-Browning, stated that the company's goal is to provide its workouts in some way long before July 1, 2017. Read More...
Planet Fitness Ranked One of The Best Franchises In America By Forbes
Posted: July 1, 2016 in Chains
NEWINGTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT), one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S., ranked #4 on Forbes' annual list of America's Best and Worst Franchises in the category of best franchises with an initial investment of $500,000 and over. "We are thrilled to be acknowledged as one of the best franchises in America," said Planet Fitness' Chief Executive Officer, Chris Rondeau. "The ranking further demonstrates that our easy-to-operate model, strong store-level economics and brand strength make for a highly attractive franchise system built for growth; one that has enabled us to attract a team of passionate, successful franchisees from a variety of industries." Read More...
Planet Fitness CEO Chris Rondeau Named Ey Entrepreneur Of The Year 2016 Award Winner In New England Region
Posted: July 1, 2016 in Chains
NEWINGTON, NH - EY announced that Chris Rondeau, Chief Executive Officer of Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT), one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S., received the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2016 Award in the Consumer Services category in New England. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award program. The award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who demonstrate excellence and extraordinary success in such areas as innovation, financial performance, and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. “I’m incredibly honored to receive this prestigious award, especially in the Customer Services category,” said Planet Fitness' Chief Executive Officer, Chris Rondeau. “Planet Fitness was founded with the purpose to enhance people’s lives by providing an affordable, high-quality fitness experience in a non-intimidating environment where everyone feels like they belong. My passion for my work is continuously inspired by the drive to deliver value for our members and success for our franchisees.” Read More...
IHRSA Releases Health Club Equipment Report: Spending, Utilization & Programming Trends
Posted: June 30, 2016 in HFA
BOSTON, MA - The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association released the IHRSA Health Club Equipment Report: Spending, Utilization & Programming Trends, sponsored by Precor. The report provides insights on health club equipment practices, including space allocation, spending trends and utilization in training programs. Based on data gathered from more than 400 health and fitness facilities, the publication contains the most recent and complete equipment data in the club industry. Read More...
Genesis Health Clubs to Close Three Recently Acquired Locations
Posted: June 30, 2016 in Chains
KANSAS CITY, MO (kansascity.com) - Two weeks after taking over the eight area 24 Hour Fitness Clubs, Genesis Health Clubs plans to close three area locations. Two of the clubs set to close are former 24 Hour Fitness locations, as well as a former Gold’s Gym. Club members, including those who previously had single club access, will be given access to all of the Genesis Health Clubs in the Kansas City area with no increase in their monthly dues with the exception of Metcalf Super Sport and the Premier club at 12075 Metcalf Ave in Overland Park. Wichita-based Genesis plans to move the employees to jobs at other clubs. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Announces 2016 National Awards
Posted: June 24, 2016 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - Health and fitness professionals from across the world will converge on the NSCA’s National Conference on July 6, 2016 in New Orleans, Louisiana to discover cutting-edge research and practical applications in strength and conditioning, presented by the industry’s most elite and respected experts. One of the many exciting events that will be held during the conference is the Award Ceremonies where distinctive honors are given to several professionals for outstanding achievement. This year’s award winners are as follows... Read More...
Cybex’s Minnesota Factory Set For Expansion
Posted: June 23, 2016 in Suppliers
OWATONNA, MN - Life Fitness, a global leader in commercial fitness equipment, will break ground at its Cybex facility in Owatonna, Minnesota, on June 28, to make way for a 150,000-square-foot expansion. The addition comes after Cybex was acquired by Life Fitness’ parent company, Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), in January 2016. Scheduled for completion in December 2016, the expanded facility will total 490,000 square feet. The expansion, coupled with an investment in automation and technology, will dramatically increase the facility’s overall manufacturing capacity to support the continued growth in the fitness industry. Read More...
Planet Fitness Says Don’t Sweat The Swimsuit
Posted: June 23, 2016 in Chains
NEWINGTON, N.H. - With the first official week of summer underway, and with bathing suit season in full swing, a new survey by Planet Fitness shows that showing some skin is a source of some major summer stress. According to the independent survey, one-third (33%) of Americans would rather go to the dentist than wear a bathing suit this summer. The surveyed showed that "beachtimidation" is just as real as "gymtimidation," with nearly half (46%) of respondents claiming they do not feel confident about their body in a bathing suit. Read More...
ACE and Zumba Announce Global Partnership In Support of New Program Launch, “Strong By Zumba”
Posted: June 23, 2016 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) and global fitness brand Zumba have formed an exciting partnership designed to elevate and inform the groundbreaking instruction delivered daily by thousands of licensed Zumba instructors across the world. The partnership will benefit licensed Zumba Instructors who train in Zumba’s new group exercise program, STRONG by Zumba. The highly anticipated, non-dance workout is a music-led, HIIT inspired program that focuses on Synced Music Motivation to deliver an overall body transformation with improved muscular definition and high caloric burn. Read More...
