Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
PTR Taps Lynne Rolley as Chair; Names New Board
Posted: February 11, 2022 in Suppliers
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. - Lynne Rolley was unanimously elected to serve as the Chair of PTR. The California native will serve a three-year term. She becomes the 7th Chair of PTR and the second female to lead the organization. Joining Rolley on the PTR Board are... Read More...
VFPnext Joins Daxko to Expand the Most Extensive Tech-Based Community in Health and Wellness
Posted: February 10, 2022 in Suppliers
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Daxko announces that it has acquired VFPnext, which joins Motionsoft, Club Automation and CSI Spectrum in the Club Division of Daxko. VFPnext is a thought leader in sales enablement and marketing automation that drives some of the largest brands in the club industry. VFPnext joins Daxko to continue expanding the most extensive tech-based community in health and wellness. Powered by deep insights into the health, fitness and wellness industry, Daxko brings together the largest portfolio of club-focused member-management software with integrated payments, billing and a consultative marketing agency. The integration of VFPnext into Daxko's portfolio forms an unrivaled set of end-to-end solutions for local start-ups to global franchises. Read More...
Peloton Announces Comprehensive Program to Reduce Costs and Drive Growth, Profitability and Free Cash Flow
Posted: February 9, 2022 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTON) has announced a series of steps it is taking to position the business for long-term growth while establishing a clear path to consistent profitability and sustainable free cash flow. Once these actions are fully implemented, the company expects to achieve at least $800 million of annual run-rate cost savings through operating expense efficiencies and significant margin improvement in its Connected Fitness category. Read More...
ACSM Publishes New Recommendations on Type 2 Diabetes and Exercise
Posted: February 9, 2022 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects more than 463 million people worldwide, and type 2 diabetes accounts for 90 - 95% of all cases. Research in exercise science confirms that physical activity can help prevent type 2 diabetes, as well as help patients manage its effects. To assist consumers and exercise professionals in fighting type 2 diabetes, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has released recommendations in the February issue of its flagship journal, Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise. Read More...
Peloton Announces Leadership Transitions to Position Peloton for Sustainable Growth, Profitability and Long-Term Success
Posted: February 8, 2022 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTON) has announced the following leadership transitions: Barry McCarthy, who has held senior leadership roles at Spotify and Netflix and is a longtime advisor and Board Member at public and private technology companies, has been appointed CEO and President of Peloton, effective on February 9, 2022. He will also join Peloton's Board of Directors. Peloton Co-Founder John Foley will become Executive Chair. William Lynch transitions from President of Peloton to a non-executive Director on the Board. Read More...
ACE Launches New Job Board to Connect Employers with Skilled Health and Exercise Professionals
Posted: February 8, 2022 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has launched a new job board, bringing together employers and ACE certified health and exercise professionals to fill open positions and best serve health and fitness seeking consumers. The ACE Job Board is available today and accessible via the ACE website. Read More...
New Virtual Programming Director Will Lead Virtual Programming Platform at Power Wellness
Posted: February 7, 2022 in Suppliers
LOMBARD, IL - Power Wellness is actively developing a virtual programming platform, and Blake Hamill has been named the new Director of Virtual Programming of Power Wellness. Blake will serve in this new role while maintaining his role as the Senior Center Director of Piedmont Wellness Center. Read More...
Wellbeats Renews Partnership with HopeKids
Posted: February 7, 2022 in Suppliers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Wellbeats announces that its partnership with HopeKids returns this month. As Wellbeats partners with HopeKids, all Wellbeats class plays in February will help provide Wellbeats streaming subscriptions to HopeKids families across the U.S. Read More...
Club Industry’s FUTURE of FITNESS: Trends in 2022
Posted: February 3, 2022 in Suppliers
CLUB INDUSTRY - Over the last few years, the fitness industry evolved, and we’ve had to adapt. Are you curious how these changes have affected the industry, and what are the top trends for 2022? Club Industry is kicking off its 2022 virtual series on March 16 - 17, 2022, with the Future of Fitness: Trends in 2022. You can join the entire conference or choose sessions that are most applicable to you! Read More...
ACSM Names Editor-in-Chief of New Open Access Journal
Posted: February 3, 2022 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) announces that Gary Liguori, PhD, FACSM, has been appointed the inaugural Editor-in-Chief (EIC) of the College’s new open access journal, Exercise, Sport, and Movement (ESM). Dr. Liguori was selected through a rigorous application and interview process from among a group of talented and highly qualified candidates. Read More...
