Ani Freedman is Editor of Daily News & Digital Content for ATN. Previously, she reported on health and wellness for Fortune Magazine, covering fitness, mental health, the latest in health science and more. Her reporting for InDepthNH.org on environmental pollution and local politics earned her multiple awards, including the nationally recognized Community Champion award from the Institute for Nonprofit News. She is a graduate of Columbia Journalism School and Hobart and William Smith Colleges.
In celebration of International Pilates Day, Club Pilates studios across the globe are coming to life to unite local communities around the popular workout.
Fit Fusion is targeting 30 Crunch units by the end of 2026. The franchisee plans to nearly double its portfolio through lease deals, acquisitions and operator partnerships, building on a 16-club base across key U.S. markets.
The health benefits of sauna use may extend beyond physiology, with communal rituals and social connection playing a key role in boosting mental well-being.
Bodybar Pilates is betting on authenticity, with ads that feature real members and instructors, to broaden its appeal as the brand targets U.S. expansion.
Aligned Fitness has added six Club Pilates studios to bring its footprint total to 55. The additions come from CAM Pilates, a Columbus, Ohio-based franchise.
Tally Health is entering a new chapter, as the longevity startup has been acquired by Infinite Epigenetics, a biological age and genetic testing company.
The Pack, known for its blend of self-defense training with strength and conditioning in a group fitness format, will expand into New Jersey and Florida.
The National Academy of Sports Medicine published a report finding that NASM-certified personal trainers earn 22% more than other coaches.
Now in its eighth year staging events in cities across the U.S., the Chicago-founded fitness and wellness festival heads to New York City in May.
Tonal competitor Speediance is offering hands-on demonstrations of its new at-home strength machine, signaling a bigger push into the Western market.
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