Health and Fitness Club Industry News
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Blink Fitness Announces Strong Post-COVID Performance with March 2022 Closing as Best Sales Month in Company’s Eleven-Year History
Posted: April 4, 2022 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - As the country and individuals have started to become more comfortable in a post-COVID world, Blink Fitness announces record sales performance numbers. According to recent company data, March was the highest sales month in the history of the business, and February surpassed any previous February in the company's history. Blink Fitness' in-gym traffic data also indicates as members return to the gym, and new members join, they are more engaged than ever, and committed to returning to a fitness routine. Read More...
ALS TDI Receives Department of Defense Grant to Accelerate ALS Biomarker Discovery
Posted: April 1, 2022 in Other News
CAMBRIDGE, MA - The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) has been awarded a $281,000 grant from the United States Department of Defense Congressionally Directed Mandated Research Program for ALS (ALSRP) to support a new study designed to identify biomarkers for ALS. Leveraging PMP data and cutting-edge technologies, this study represents what may be an unprecedented opportunity in the pursuit of ALS biomarkers. Discovery of biomarkers for ALS has always been a key goal of ALS TDI’s Precision Medicine Program (PMP), and this grant from the ALSRP will allow ALS TDI to significantly expand this effort in 2022. Read More...
ACSM Names Alexis Batrakoulis 2022 Certified Fitness Professional of the Year
Posted: April 1, 2022 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) announced Alexis Batrakoulis, Ph.D., ACSM-EP, ACSM-CPT, EIM-II, as the 2022 ACSM Certified Professional of the Year during its annual International Health & Fitness Summit in Dallas, Texas. ACSM created the Certified Professional of the Year award to recognize excellence in the exercise profession. The award also acknowledges the education and training ACSM health fitness professionals obtain and the significant role that training plays in providing evidence-based programming for clients. Read More...
Orangetheory Fitness Continues Support of Women’s NCAA with NIL Offer to Most Outstanding Player
Posted: March 31, 2022 in Chains
BOCA RATON, FL - A leading fitness brand, Orangetheory, announces it is getting into the game by extending a name, image and likeness (NIL) offer to the forthcoming Most Outstanding Player (MOP) of the Division 1 NCAA women's basketball National Championship game. As part of the offer, the female-founded company will honor an inspirational college woman's athlete and leverage her talents to co-design a custom workout available for Orangetheory members of all athletic abilities and fitness levels. Read More...
IHRSA Seeks Fitness Facilities to Participate in 2022 Global Survey
Posted: March 30, 2022 in IHRSA
BOSTON, MA - IHRSA, the Global Health & Fitness Association, is calling on health clubs, gyms and studios worldwide to partake in its 2022 Global Report Survey with the chance to be featured in its bestselling and most requested research publication, The IHRSA Global Report. Health club, gym and studio operators can complete the survey in just 10 - 15 minutes. This year’s survey gathers basic company contact information as well as membership levels, club count figures, number of employees and revenue data for 2019, 2020 and 2021 in order to gain insight on how the industry’s pandemic recovery is stacking up. Read More...
Ride of a Life Time Cycling Event Aims to Raise One Million Dollars to Improve Children’s Health
Posted: March 30, 2022 in Chains
CHANHASSEN, MN - So many aspects of our lives have been adversely impacted over the last two years, including the physical and nutritional health of our children. To help improve this, Life Time, one the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brands (NYSE: LTH), is inviting everyone to raise money for local children's hospitals and schools during its annual Ride of a Life Time charity cycle event on Saturday, April 30th. Read More...
Mindbody Launches Mindbody Capital to Help Power the Wellness Industry’s Recovery
Posted: March 30, 2022 in Suppliers
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA - Mindbody, a leading experience technology platform for the wellness industry, announces the launch of Mindbody Capital, an offering specifically designed to provide wellness businesses with easy access to funding to power their operations however they see fit. Mindbody customers can access and take advantage of Mindbody Capital, powered by trusted fintech solutions company Parafin, directly through the Mindbody software. Read More...
USTA New England Names Lindsey Keeler as New Executive Director
Posted: March 30, 2022 in Suppliers
NEW ENGLAND - The United States Tennis Association New England Section Board of Directors announces the appointment of Lindsey Keeler as the association’s new Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer. Keeler will be joining USTA New England as the former Chief Program Officer for the USTA Mid-Atlantic Section where she was responsible for overseeing the strategic vision of all programs and services for the entire organization and leading a team of over 30 full- and part-time staff. Read More...
EoS Fitness Partners with Betr Health to Help Members Achieve Health Goals from the Inside Out
Posted: March 29, 2022 in Chains
CARLSBAD, CA - Understanding that overall health comes from more than just exercise, EoS Fitness partnered with Betr Health to provide members a complete wellness solution that layers nutritional guidance, personalized coaching and 24/7 support on top of its existing industry-leading gyms and personal training programming. Read More...
Global Health and Fitness Alliance Advisory Council Elects New Chair
Posted: March 28, 2022 in IHRSA
BOSTON, MA - The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) announces the election of Andrea Bell as the New Chair and Richard Beddie as Vice Chair of the GHFA Advisory Council as it ramps up its efforts to establish the health and fitness sector as an essential service and key contributor within the healthcare continuum. Andrea and Richard take up their new positions on April 1, 2022. Read More...
Mayweather Boxing + Fitness Expands Footprint in Los Angeles Area
Posted: March 27, 2022 in Chains
CULVER CITY, CA – Mayweather Boxing + Fitness, a best-in-class group fitness experience that combines immersive training with boxing legend Floyd Mayweather’s champion techniques, announces the opening of its newest location in Culver City, California. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Daytona Beach, Florida
Posted: March 23, 2022 in Chains
DAYTONA BEACH, FL - Crunch Franchise has announced the upcoming March 2022 opening of Crunch Daytona Beach, a spacious 28,000-square-foot fitness facility, with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. Crunch Daytona Beach is located at the intersection of Daytona International Speedway Blvd and North Nova Road. Read More...
ACE Dialogue: Recognizing Racial Microaggressions, Creating an Inclusive Space
Posted: March 23, 2022 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - Health and exercise professionals engage with people from a range of cultures, identities and backgrounds. On Wednesday, April 13, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) will host a live education session with equity, diversity and inclusion practitioner, Rory G. James, MPH, to discuss the significant role health and exercise professionals play in health equity. Read More...
TRUE Fitness Announces Leadership Changes
Posted: March 23, 2022 in Suppliers
ST. LOUIS, MO - TRUE Fitness, manufacturer of commercial cardio and strength equipment since 1981, announces the news of its new leadership structure. To improve its position in North American and International sales and to pursue continued growth, the following leadership changes have been made... Read More...
Wellbeats Partners with Children’s Cancer Association
Posted: March 23, 2022 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Wellbeats, a LifeSpeak company is partnering with Children’s Cancer Association to support its “Every Minute Counts” campaign by providing free use of Wellbeats’ on-demand virtual wellbeing content during the month of April. Employers that participate in Children’s Cancer Association’s “Every Minute Counts” campaign will enjoy free access to more than 1,000 fitness, nutrition and mindfulness Wellbeats classes throughout April. Read More...
Merrithew Earns CE Medical Certification for Use in Hospitals and Other Healthcare Facilities
Posted: March 22, 2022 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - German health care providers can now rely on Merrithew’s best-in-class equipment for their patients, following the announcement that the Merrithew’s SPX Max Plus, V2 Max Plus and Rehab V2 Max Plus Reformers have acquired CE Marking from the European Union. This certifies the equipment’s status as a Class I Medical Device across most of the EU, allowing it to be sold to hospitals and used by medical professionals to treat patients in a variety of health care settings. Read More...
Jack LaLanne Legacy Book Launch: Pride and Discipline
Posted: March 22, 2022 in Other News
Decades before celebrities and athletes promoted health and fitness, Jack LaLanne, The Godfather of Fitness, was already recognized for publicly preaching the health benefits of regular exercise, proper nutrition and a positive attitude. Pride & Discipline: The Legacy of Jack LaLanne reintroduces Jack's message to a new generation. This book is written in Jack's own words, along with the words of those he inspired. It is co-authored by Elaine (Lala) LaLanne, The First Lady of Physical Fitness, and Greg Justice, National Fitness Hall of Fame inductee (2017). Pride & Discipline: The Legacy of Jack LaLanne is packed with his beliefs in mind power, overcoming obstacles, visualization, motivation, humor, and of course, exercise and nutrition. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Savannah, Georgia
Posted: March 18, 2022 in Chains
SAVANNAH, GA - Crunch Franchise has announced the upcoming summer 2022 opening of Crunch Savannah, a $5 million, 40,000-square-foot fitness facility, with $1 million dollars' worth of state-of-the-art equipment on Georgia's Atlantic coast. Crunch Savannah will be located in a renovated space that was formerly the Stein Mart at Oglethorpe Mall. Crunch Savannah is owned by fitness enthusiast duo Brian Hibbard and John Armatas. Together they've opened more than 20 locations nationwide. Read More...
Spring Cleaning Your Club Marketing: Five Step Makeover
Posted: March 18, 2022 in Suppliers
Operating a club is like running a marathon. While lifting weights. And occasionally sprinting. And doing 100 other things in any given week. As the crush of Q1 new year busyness dies down, take a breather and consider these five easy steps for a club marketing makeover. Think of it as spring cleaning, even if the snow is still falling where you are... Read More...
Atlantic Club, Hackensack Meridian Health Partner for Mental Health Workshop Series
Posted: March 17, 2022 in Independents
MANASQUAN, N.J. - The Atlantic Club and Hackensack Meridian Health are proud to announce a partnership to deliver free mental health workshops to the community. The series of mental health workshops will cover topics such as: letting go of stress, resilience in tough times, mindfulness and meditation, living intentionally and much more. The workshops will be led by health care professionals from Hackensack Meridian. Read More...
