Gyms & Studios Are Taking Over America’s Retail Spaces
Last year, service-oriented tenants, led by gyms and spas, accounted for over 50% of total retail square footage in the U.S. for the first time.
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The number of studios that offer Pilates has grown 27% in the last four years, and 43% of all Pilates customers are Gen Z, according to Mariana Tek’s 2026 Pilates Trends Report.”
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TeamUp’s AI Business Advisor Turns Data into Decisions
New AI-powered reporting translates raw studio data into actionable growth strategies, helping fitness operators identify revenue opportunities, reduce churn and
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Spartan Race Adds HSA/FSA Payments Through Flex
The partnership will allow eligible participants to use pre-tax healthcare funds towards Spartan’s over 250 obstacle course endurance events across the globe.
These Sleep Month Sales Are Still Going Strong: The Best Deals on Mattresses, Smart Gadgets & More
We’ve rounded up the best Sleep Week sales on organic mattresses, bedding, smart sleep tech, supplements and more.
Why Zygo’s Latest Underwater Bone Conduction Headphones Are a Game-Changer for Swimmers
Zygo claims to solve one of swimming’s biggest limitations: listening to audio underwater. Here’s our honest review of the waterproof Bluetooth earbuds.
Sauna Culture Keeps Growing in US With Iron Mountain’s New Summit
Sauna culture and contrast therapy continue gaining traction across the U.S., with Iron Mountain Hot Springs the latest to capitalize on the trend.
Have a Chase Credit Card? You Can Get a Free Whoop Membership
The pro athlete-loved wearable brand is offering its Life membership for free through a limited-time promo for Chase Sapphire cardmembers.
Kommunity Fitness Eyes US Market, Hiring Former Club Pilates President Mike Gray
Canada-based Kommunity Fitness is breaking into the U.S. market, bolstered by the appointment of former Club Pilates president Mike Gray.
Gyms & Clubs Are Starting To Offer GLP-1s, Although Their Methods Vary
According to a report from Inspire360, 17 fitness operators now have some form of a GLP-1 program, including Planet Fitness, Life Time and Equinox.
New York Sports Club Inks Biomarker Testing, GLP-1 Partnership
New York Sports Club (NYSC) is tapping into the booming gym-as-a-clinic movement through a new partnership with digital health platform Thrive.
Jeff Zwiefel Joins North Castle Partners After Long Career at Life Time
The longtime Life Time president and COO will help the private equity firm identify investment opportunities in fitness, longevity and recovery.
As Gyms Ditch Basketball, NYC’s Luxury Apartments Are Owning the Court
Pickleball may be taking over inside fitness facilities and public parks, but a new wave of Manhattan luxury residences is making sure basketball never loses its place.