Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
Thursday, June 1st, 2023
Wellbeats Provides Convenient, Accessible Wellness Programming for Employees
Posted: May 25, 2023 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - The County of Ventura (California) introduced Wellbeats Wellness, a product of LifeSpeak Inc., to provide its employees with a convenient, affordable wellbeing solution that works for them on their own schedules, overcoming the challenges of being available for health and wellbeing activities and gaining access to equipment. Read More...
Ecore’s Heritage Motivate Performance Vinyl Tile (PVT) Honored with Multiple Industry Awards
Posted: May 25, 2023 in Suppliers
LANCASTER, PA - Known for transforming reclaimed materials into performance flooring that makes people’s lives better, Ecore has further reinforced its reputation as a leading innovator in the commercial flooring industry by earning two prestigious product awards and recognition as a sustainability leader. Read More...
World Spinning Experience (WSX) Returns to Miami, September 7 – 10, 2023
Posted: May 24, 2023 in Suppliers
LOS ANGELES, CA - The 2023 World Spinning Experience (WSX), scheduled for September 7 - 10, 2023, is the highly anticipated return of the global Spinning event in Miami, formerly known as the World Spinning and Sports Conference (WSSC). The new name reflects the event’s dedication purely to Spinning, offering programming for instructors, aspiring instructors, studio owners, managers and enthusiasts. The 2023 theme “We’re Better Together” speaks to this inclusiveness as well as the recognition of the incomparable impact of in-person learning and networking. Read More...
ACSM Releases Updated Code of Ethics for Certified Professionals
Posted: May 24, 2023 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - One of the annual responsibilities of the ACSM Committee on Certification and Registry Boards (CCRB) Executive Committee (EC) is a review of operating policies. This review ensures that the CCRB is consistently evaluating its certification practices and meeting industry best practices. As such, the CCRB Ethics Committee compared the revised ACSM Member Code of Ethics to the Code of Ethics for ACSM Credentialed Professionals (ACSMCP). Both documents were in alignment. Minimal changes were approved by the CCRB EC in May 2023. Read More...
ClubIntel Releases: The Gen Z Fitness Consumer
Posted: May 23, 2023 in Suppliers
DALLAS, TX - ClubIntel announces the release of its latest research endeavor, conducted by ClubIntel and sponsored by ABC Fitness, the comprehensive report on the Gen Z Fitness Consumer. In an era where the fitness landscape is rapidly evolving, understanding the preferences and behaviors of the youngest generation of fitness enthusiasts is essential for businesses to stay ahead of the curve. Read More...
Therabody Named Barry’s Official Recovery Partner
Posted: May 23, 2023 in Chains, Suppliers
LOS ANGELES, CA - Wellness technology innovator Therabody announces it is the official recovery partner of fitness pioneer Barry's. The announcement marks a milestone for both companies as Barry's aims to provide best-in-class recovery solutions that enhance customer experience and Therabody further solidifies its leadership in the fitness industry. The partnership is designed to pair Barry's signature workout with Therabody's wellness technology, providing the Barry's community with an end-to-end wellness experience before and after they work out. Read More...
Peloton Reintroduces Itself For Anyone, Anywhere
Posted: May 23, 2023 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) announces the start of the company's next chapter as it repositions from the perception of an in-home bike company to reflect everything Peloton has to offer to everyone, at any level, wherever they are. With Peloton's amazing content on its award-winning hardware and App, today's relaunch ignites a vibrant new brand identity and campaign; introduces new Membership tiers; and releases a new content feature, Peloton Gym. With today's relaunch, Peloton is declaring itself open and available for everyone to experience its expert Instructors and world-class content, even for free. Read More...
Peloton Tread+ Rear Guard Repair Approved; Protects Consumers from Entrapment Hazards
Posted: May 18, 2023 in Suppliers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Peloton Interactive Inc., of New York, are jointly announcing the approval of a rear guard repair for the recalled Tread+ treadmill. The approved rear guard repair eliminates the potential for entrapment near the rear roller of the treadmill. The rear guard repair features a breakaway design that pivots away from the treadmill when it comes into contact with a person or object, shutting off power to the unit and decelerating the belt. Read More...
The U.S. Government Gets Moving in the 2023 Congressional Physical Activity Challenge with Myzone and the PAA
Posted: May 17, 2023 in Suppliers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A campaign of healthy competition and healthy activity has got members of Congress moving more this month in a bid to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity. After another successful year of getting Congressional representatives and Government policy makers moving across the U.S., the 2023 Congressional Physical Activity Challenge is set for another month of walking, running, playing and rewarding every active effort in partnership with wearable fitness brand Myzone and national physical activity coalition the Physical Activity Alliance (PAA). Read More...
SilverSneakers Opens Nominations for 2023 Member of the Year
Posted: May 15, 2023 in Suppliers
CHANDLER, AZ - SilverSneakers by Tivity Health, the nation's leading community fitness program for older Americans, announces it is accepting nominations for the 19th annual SilverSneakers Member of the Year Award. This prestigious national award honors SilverSneakers members who positively impact and inspire the lives of others through healthy behaviors, physical activity and community involvement. Read More...
Peloton, in Cooperation with Health Canada, Announces Voluntary Recall of the Peloton Original Bike Seat Post Due to Risk of Injury and Offers Free Seat Post Replacement for Self Installation
Posted: May 12, 2023 in Suppliers
CANADA - In cooperation with Health Canada, Peloton announces a voluntary recall of the Peloton Original Bike seat post sold from January 2018 to May 2023. Peloton is offering Members a replacement of their Bike’s seat post as the approved remedy. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Foundation Announces 2023 Legacy Scholarship Honoree
Posted: May 10, 2023 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Foundation Board of Directors takes immense pride in recognizing Dr. Lee E. Brown, EdD, CSCS,*D, FNSCA, as the prestigious 2023 Legacy Scholarship Honoree. Read More...
Merrithew Re-Launches its Top-Selling Reformer in All-Black, a Contemporary Take on its Time-Tested Pilates Apparatus
Posted: May 10, 2023 in Suppliers
TORONTO, ON - The Pilates professionals’ go-to Reformer just got a sleek new look. Merrithew introduces the V2 Max and V2 Max Plus Reformers in the color onyx, its premier Pilates apparatus for high-end, design-forward boutique Pilates studios, fitness clubs, hotels and home users looking to make a statement. Read More...
Power Plate Becomes Exclusive Official Vibration Technology Sponsor of Life Time Pickleball
Posted: May 10, 2023 in Suppliers
CHICAGO, IL - Power Plate, a global leader in vibration technology, announces it is the official Vibration Technology sponsor of Life Time Pickleball. Through this sponsorship, Power Plate will provide its equipment in Life Time (NYSE: LTH) clubs nationwide to offer whole-body vibration to help pickleball players warm up faster and recover quicker, reduce injury and promote healing. Read More...
Polar Appoints Peggy Ang as President of Polar USA
Posted: May 9, 2023 in Suppliers
BETHPAGE, N.Y. - Polar Electro, a world leader in personal guidance for fitness, sport and health, announces Peggy Ang as the President of Polar USA. Ang joins the company with over two decades of marketing and business experience across B2B, B2C, and D2C sectors. Read More...
Major Milestone Achieved for Exercise Professionals, Health Care
Posted: May 5, 2023 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Health Level Seven International (HL7), a global network of health care databases, has formally approved a Physical Activity Implementation Guide adding physical activity as a vital sign and enabling referrals between exercise professionals and health care professionals. This is a major milestone on the road to establishing exercise professionals as a critical part of the health care team and adding physical activity as a standard vital sign in health care delivery, two fundamental tenets of ACSM's global health initiative, Exercise is Medicine. Read More...
Peloton Partners with Ed Sheeran to Introduce the Brand’s First-Ever Original Audio Collaboration for the Peloton App
Posted: May 5, 2023 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton announces an exciting new partnership with singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran for the release of a first-ever series of Outdoor Walks featuring original audio content from Sheeran’s latest album Subtract. Only available on the Peloton App, the Outdoor Walks offered in varying lengths, feature Sheeran and Peloton Instructors Jon Hosking and Tobias Heinze. Unlike anything produced before at Peloton, the global collaboration unites both Members and fans of Sheeran through class content that offers a full album experience and connected, immersive and intimate storytelling. Read More...
Fitness Industry Experts Address Women’s Health in Exclusive Live Conference
Posted: April 26, 2023 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - On May 19, the American Council on Exercise invite media and fitness professionals to an exclusive live conference about how fitness professionals can better support women’s health. Top industry experts, including Dr. Jan Shroeder of Long Beach State University and Farel Hruska of EoS Fitness, will share the unique physiological, biomechanical and behavioral aspects that go into coaching and training women. Fitness professionals who attend will leave with practical concepts that they can use immediately to level up their programming and coaching. Read More...
ABC Fitness Announces Integration of its ABC GloFox and ABC Trainerize Platforms
Posted: April 26, 2023 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - In March, during IHRSA 2023, ABC Fitness announced its commitment to deliver innovative technology solutions to various segments of the fitness industry through distinct yet integrated and complementary platforms: ABC IGNITE, ABC GLOFOX, ABC EVO and ABC TRAINERIZE. Today, the company announces that ABC GLOFOX and ABC TRAINERIZE have launched an integration that will better serve fitness studios and gyms, allowing them to provide deeper member training experiences, advanced digital coaching and hybrid memberships. It also provides powerful tools to better manage their business, expand member yield and increase revenue. Read More...
Gympass Adds MyFitnessPal to its Wellbeing Network, Bringing Nutrition and Fitness Tracking to Employees Around the World
Posted: April 26, 2023 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Gympass, the world's largest employee wellbeing platform, announces it has added MyFitnessPal, a global nutrition and food tracking app, to its roster of more than 50,000 wellbeing partners. MyFitnessPal brings unique nutrition and food tracking capabilities to the Gympass platform, providing organizations with the most comprehensive wellbeing benefits available. Since 2005, MyFitnessPal has empowered over 200 million users in over 120 countries and in 20 languages to take control of their nutritional health. Read More...
