
Latest Fitness and Wellness Industry News
Life Time Expands Work Lounge Concept Across U.S. Clubs
Life Time has expanded its Work Lounge concept with 55 locations completed and more than 30 in development. The lounges offer members productive spaces inside clubs, with both complimentary and premium options available, complementing the company’s Life Time Work coworking brand.
Eight Sleep Raises $100 Million to Advance AI-Powered Sleep Technology
Eight Sleep raises $100M to develop its AI-powered Sleep Agent, expand into medical applications like Hot Flash Mode and sleep apnea, and grow in global markets.
Studio Pilates International to Open First Studio in Germany
Studio Pilates International will open its first German studio in Wiesbaden in 2026, expanding its global reformer Pilates franchise into mainland Europe.
Fitness International Responds to FTC Complaint
Fitness International responds to an FTC complaint, citing compliance with state laws and highlighting its online, in-person, and mail cancellation options.
Burn Boot Camp Earns Sixth Consecutive Spot on Inc. 5000 List
Burn Boot Camp earns a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list for the sixth year in a row, reporting $700K average revenue per location and 600 units awarded.
Hyperice Launches Next-Generation Contrast Therapy Device
Hyperice launches Hyperice X 2, a next-gen contrast therapy device with expanded heat and cold ranges, built-in compression, and portable design for athletes and active users.
Planet Fitness Leans Into Back to School With Member Discounts
Planet Fitness launches PerksFest, offering members discounts with Apple Music, Headspace, and WeightWatchers as routines reset for back to school.
ABC Fitness Introduces Trainerize Business Platform for Coaches and Trainers
ABC Fitness launches Trainerize Business, an all-in-one platform for personal trainers and studios with booking, payments, referrals, and on-demand coaching.
Walla Expands AI-Powered Studio Management Platform to Canada
Walla, the AI-powered platform for boutique fitness studios, expands into Canada, offering predictive member insights, automated marketing, and scalable tools for multi-location operators.
Manhattan’s Reforme Marks Expansion of Urban, Tech-Driven Wellness Offerings
Reforme opens in Manhattan, blending European wellness tech and holistic therapies to meet rising demand for premium, non-invasive urban wellness.
Les Mills Trials New Yoga Series to Help Clubs Scale Wellness Offerings
Les Mills has piloted a four-part yoga series to help clubs scale their wellness offerings, address instructor shortages, and meet rising demand for mind-body fitness. Early trials report high member satisfaction and full class occupancy.
FuturHealth Adds Apple Fitness+ for GLP-1 Weight Loss Members at No Additional Cost
FuturHealth now offers Apple Fitness+ at no cost for GLP-1 weight loss members, providing access to thousands of workouts and meditations to support sustainable results.
Life Time Opens 79,000-Square-Foot Club in Atlanta’s Perimeter Center
Life Time has opened its ninth Atlanta-area location with the 79,000-square-foot Life Time Perimeter in Sandy Springs’ Perimeter Center, offering fitness, wellness, recovery, coworking, and family amenities in a fully renovated three-story facility.
XPONENTIAL FITNESS NAMES MIKE NUZZO AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Xponential Fitness has named Mike Nuzzo as CEO following Mark King's resignation. Nuzzo brings over 25 years of leadership experience in consumer services and franchise growth.
GYM TRAFFIC CLIMBS IN EARLY 2025, HFA DATA SHOWS
The US fitness industry saw a 3.5% rise in gym and studio visits in early 2025, according to new HFA data. The FIT Tracker reveals growing engagement and visit frequency nationwide.
JETSET Pilates Accelerates U.S. Expansion with 67 Development Deals and New Franchise Leadership
JETSET Pilates opened 16 studios and signed 67 development deals in early 2025, expanding its national footprint and investing in franchise infrastructure.
Novo Nordisk Adjusts Forecast as GLP-1 Market Expansion Slows
Novo Nordisk lowers 2025 outlook despite strong GLP-1 sales growth. What shifting obesity drug trends mean for the fitness industry.
HYPERICE PARTNERS WITH ATLANTA RUN CLUB AND DO NOT DISTURB
Hyperice teams with Atlanta Run Club and wellness collective Do Not Disturb to provide advanced recovery technology and programming for Atlanta’s running community starting August 2025.
LIFE TIME INCREASES 2025 GUIDANCE AFTER STRONG Q2 PERFORMANCE
Life Time reported Q2 2025 revenue of $761.5M, up 14% year-over-year, with net income of $72.1M and membership growth. The company raised its full-year guidance.
HIMS & HERS REPORTS DOUBLE-DIGIT SUBSCRIBER AND REVENUE GROWTH
Hims & Hers closed Q2 2025 with $544.8M in revenue up 73% year-over-year net income of $42.5M, and 2.44M subscribers. The company reaffirmed its full-year outlook.