Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
Friday, July 17th, 2026
Widening Health Divide Among U.S. Cities Revealed in 2026 ACSM American Fitness Index
Posted: July 14, 2026 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The gap between America’s healthiest and least healthy cities is growing wider, according to findings from the 2026 ACSM American Fitness Index (Fitness Index), released by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the Elevance Health Foundation. Read More...
ISSA Releases 2026 Fitness Hiring Report, Revealing Structural “Readiness Gap” as the Greatest Challenge to Global Fitness Industry Growth
Posted: July 14, 2026 in Suppliers
PHOENIX, AZ - The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), the world's most connected fitness and wellness ecosystem, announces the publication of The 2026 Fitness Hiring Report: Closing the Readiness Gap: A New Era for Fitness Careers. Drawing on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, ISSA's nationwide gym partner survey and insights from the inaugural ISSA Global Summit, the report reveals that the primary challenge facing gym operators is a structural talent readiness gap rather than a simple labor shortage. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Announces 2026 Election Results
Posted: July 10, 2026 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) announces the results of the 2026 NSCA Elections, as selected by NSCA Members. Nominated for their dedication and contributions to the NSCA and professional community, these elected leaders will help strengthen the organization, support NSCA Members and advance the strength and conditioning profession. Read More...
Playlist Launches AI Concierge, a 24/7 Front Desk Assistant for Fitness and Wellness Operators
Posted: July 8, 2026 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Playlist, the parent company behind Mindbody, ClassPass, Booker, EGYM and Kite, announces the launch of AI Concierge, the first product in a new suite of AI-powered solutions designed for its portfolio of vertical SaaS brands. Read More...
ACE CEO to Be Inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame
Posted: July 8, 2026 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announces that Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, FACSM, Chief Executive Officer of ACE, will be inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in August 2026. This distinguished honor recognizes Dr. Bryant’s decades of contributions to the health and fitness industry, as well as his leadership in advancing evidence-based practice, professional standards and inclusive health initiatives. Read More...
USTA Foundation Partners with Chase to Award $250,000+ to Community Organizations
Posted: July 8, 2026 in Suppliers
PURCHASE, N.Y. - The USTA Foundation announces that, for the 13th consecutive year, it has partnered with longtime sponsor Chase to award 12 community organizations nationwide over $250,000 in grants to support year-round tennis, education and mentorship programs. Read More...
ABC Fitness Strengthens Customer Leadership with Appointment of Jodi Searl as Chief Experience Officer
Posted: July 7, 2026 in Suppliers
DALLAS, TX - ABC Fitness, a leading technology provider for fitness businesses globally, announces the appointment of Jodi Searl as Chief Experience Officer. Reporting directly to Bill Davis, Chief Executive Officer, Searl will lead the Customer Success function and drive the customer experience strategy as ABC Fitness continues its global expansion. Read More...
TRX Expands into Mass Retail with Full Consumer Fitness, Recovery and Lifestyle Line
Posted: July 2, 2026 in Suppliers
DELRAY BEACH, FL - TRX, a global leader in functional training equipment trusted by athletes, military personnel and fitness enthusiasts worldwide, announces a strategic licensing partnership with Blulabs, naming the consumer products company as its exclusive retail partner for a slew of new products for the mass market. The expanded TRX consumer line spans fitness equipment, recovery tools, apparel and performance accessories, with the new Blulabs products joining retail shelves this fall, just in time for back-to-school and the holiday rush. Read More...
MYZONE Powers Record-breaking Congressional Physical Activity Challenge
Posted: July 1, 2026 in Suppliers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The 2026 Congressional Physical Activity Challenge, organized by the Physical Activity Alliance (PAA) and supported by MYZONE, concluded with record participation and impressive activity levels from Members of Congress and their staff, reinforcing the growing commitment to physical activity driven health and wellness on Capitol Hill. Read More...
ACE Announces Dr. Antonio S. Williams as Board Chair and Appoints Two New Members to Board of Directors
Posted: July 1, 2026 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announces that Dr. Antonio S. Williams has assumed the role of Chair of its Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2026. ACE also announced the appointment of Jaclyn Byrer, MA, MA, and Ingrid Knight-Cohee, MSc, to its Board of Directors. Together, these leaders bring expertise in brand strategy, consumer engagement, healthy aging and cross-sector collaboration that will help advance the ACE mission of getting people moving and improving public health. Read More...
