Latest Fitness and Wellness Industry News
Daxko Launches Program to Help Gyms Enter GLP-1 and Metabolic Health Market
Daxko has launched Elevate Wellness, a partner program that connects fitness operators with telehealth providers, enabling participation in GLP-1 and metabolic health services without taking on clinical risk.
Xponential Fitness Finalizes FTC Settlement Over Disclosure Practices
Xponential Fitness has finalized a $17 million settlement with the FTC over past franchising disclosure practices, with no admission of wrongdoing and court approval pending.
Les Mills and Life Fitness Announce Partnership at HFA
Les Mills and Life Fitness announce a strategic partnership at HFA, aligning group training content with equipment to deliver more connected, engaging fitness experiences for operators and members.
Novo Nordisk Wins FDA Approval for Higher-Dose Wegovy
Novo Nordisk has received FDA approval for Wegovy HD, a higher-dose GLP-1 treatment showing up to 21% weight loss in trials, signaling continued momentum in the medical weight loss market.
Myzone Expands Ecosystem with Strength Tracking, Garmin Integration and New Device
Myzone expands into strength tracking, Garmin integration and a new Switch 2.0 device, signaling a shift toward a broader fitness engagement platform focused on member retention and accessibility.
Kraft Mac & Cheese Enters the Protein Race with PowerMac
Kraft Mac & Cheese launches PowerMac with 17g of protein, signaling a shift as mainstream food brands adapt to rising consumer demand for healthier, functional options.
lululemon Founder Calls for Board Refresh as Company Searches for CEO
lululemon founder Chip Wilson issues a public letter urging governance changes and board refreshment as the company searches for its next CEO.
PVOLVE Expands Jennifer Aniston Partnership With New Express Workout Series
PVOLVE launches Jen’s Express Series with Jennifer Aniston, featuring six on-demand workouts under 15 minutes focused on arms, core strength and efficient training.
Report Tracks How Fitness Operators Are Responding to the Rise of GLP-1 Medications
Inspire360’s Q1 2026 report tracks how fitness clubs are responding to rising GLP-1 use, highlighting new partnerships, policy changes and trainer education gaps.
GLP-1 Adoption Rising as Consumers Rethink Weight Loss Strategies, Survey Finds
A new aytm survey of 1,000 U.S. adults finds weight loss goals shifting toward health, diet changes, and GLP-1 medications rather than appearance.
ClassPass Announces 2025 Best of ClassPass Award Winners
ClassPass has announced the winners of its 2025 Best of ClassPass Awards across 24 countries, adding a new food and beverage category as the platform expands beyond fitness bookings.
GymNation launches sleep-focused NapTime class for World Sleep Day
GymNation launches NapTime, a sleep-focused gym class timed to World Sleep Day, highlighting the growing role of recovery, breathwork, and sleep optimization in modern fitness programming.
New Industry Guide Aims to Make Gyms Safer for Women and Girls in the UK
This Girl Can and ukactive release a new guide to help UK gyms create safer spaces for women and girls, addressing harassment policies and improving member communication.
Chelsea Piers Fitness Plans Hudson Square Club as It Enters Fourth Decade
Chelsea Piers Fitness plans to open a 50,000-square-foot Hudson Square club in 2026, expanding its New York City footprint as the brand enters its fourth decade.
EGYM Introduces Smart Strength Series 3 Ahead of HFA 2026
EGYM will debut its Smart Strength Series 3 machines and a connected gym operating system at HFA 2026, linking training equipment, data, and club operations.
WHOOP Announces Major Hiring Push With 600 New Roles in 2026
WHOOP plans to hire more than 600 employees across engineering, research, hardware and marketing roles in 2026 as the wearable health technology company expands its global workforce.
lululemon Launches Sweat Concealing Technology for High Intensity Sport
lululemon launches its first ShowZero sweat concealing technology for high intensity sports, debuting with Frances Tiafoe at the BNP Paribas Open as the brand expands its performance apparel platform.
ABC Fitness Integrates Gym Launch Growth Model Into Its Technology Platform
ABC Fitness and Gym Launch announce a collaboration that integrates Gym Launch’s coaching and growth systems with ABC’s enterprise software platform, combining marketing, member management and retention tools for gym and studio operators.
UFC GYM Launches Longevity Clinics Through NexGen MD Joint Venture
UFC GYM has partnered with NexGen MD Scientific to launch in-club longevity clinics offering GLP-1 and peptide therapies, marking its expansion into integrated fitness and telehealth services.
Planet Fitness Touts Strong 2025, Leans Into GLP-1 Opportunity
Planet Fitness reports strong 2025 earnings with 6.7% same club sales growth and 1.1 million net new members, while positioning itself to capture demand from GLP-1 users through strength training, recovery amenities, and new partnerships.