Life Time launches HYBRID XT, a new group training program blending strength and conditioning, connecting everyday workouts to competition through LT Games as hybrid fitness continues to gain traction.

JETSET Pilates surpasses 350 territories and 60 studios after opening 25 locations and awarding 92 territories in Q1 2026, signaling continued franchise growth and strong unit economics in the boutique fitness sector.

Europe’s fitness market reached 75.5 million members and €39.1B in revenue in 2025, with growth driven by expanding gym networks, rising demand, and increased M&A activity.

Wellhub and Urban Sports Club expand European leadership following their 2025 merger, scaling a platform that connects 50,000 companies, 5 million users, and 100,000 fitness partners.

Les Mills and HYROX announce a global partnership to launch new group training programs, combining structured workouts, coaching, and events to scale fitness racing in gyms worldwide.

Xponential Fitness signs its largest franchise deal as Riser Fitness plans 127 new Club Pilates studios across six U.S. states, expanding the brand’s national footprint and growth pipeline.

IAMS and Strava partner to launch a Pet Tag feature, highlighting how pets are driving physical activity and reshaping everyday fitness habits.

A Reach3 Insights study finds 92% of Americans are aware of GLP-1 drugs, but adoption lags, with strong consumer interest signaling continued growth potential.

Planet Fitness earns a platinum ranking on the 2026 Where You Work Matters list, highlighting strong employee outcomes, career mobility, and workforce development.

HFA’s 2026 US Consumer Report shows gym membership reached a record 81 million in 2025, with over 100 million Americans using fitness facilities and engagement at all-time highs.

A new report from FIT-C and Datagonist reveals a $128.4B fitness opportunity, highlighting the gap between participation and membership and where operators can drive growth.

Nike has closed all Nike Studios locations, ending its boutique fitness test while shifting focus to partnerships, equipment, and performance-led fitness strategy.

Xponential Fitness has launched a strategic review process to evaluate options including a potential sale, merger, or other transactions, with Jefferies engaged as financial advisor and board changes announced.

OnSight wins the inaugural HFA Innovation Alley Pitch Fest at The HFA Show 2026, highlighting growing demand for real-time gym data and smarter facility operations.

HFA announced a leadership transition in a letter to members, with CEO Liz Clark stepping down in July and Greta Wagner supporting continuity during the search for a successor.

Global fitness and health organizations call for a system-level approach to GLP-1 care, emphasizing physical activity and nutrition alongside obesity medications.

Hims & Hers expands access to Novo Nordisk GLP-1 medications, including Wegovy and Ozempic, offering eligible users more weight loss treatment options through its platform.

WHOOP has raised $575M in Series G funding at a $10.1B valuation, supporting global expansion and continued growth of its wearable health platform.

Playlist has completed its merger with EGYM in a $7.5B deal, combining software, equipment, and corporate wellness into a single fitness operating platform.

ClassPass’s new report reveals studios operate at just 37% capacity, highlighting a major opportunity to drive incremental revenue, attract new customers, and increase class attendance through third-party platforms.