About Ani Freedman

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.

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Workout Anytime To Lean on Acquisitions in New Expansion Strategy

Gym franchise Workout Anytime is revamping its growth strategy, pushing acquisitions and converting existing facilities under its brand.

Anytime Fitness Opens a Gym Inside the Sydney Airport

Anytime Fitness has opened Australia’s first airport-based gym, a 300-square-meter-space, located at T1 International Arrivals in Sydney.

people workout inside a Crunch Fitness gym

Crunch Gyms Are Getting Their Own Fitness Competition, With Top Sponsors On Board

Crunch members within the CR Fitness franchise system can compete in the Conquer Challenge, a new workout competition, from April to June.

Jimini Gets $17M for Platform That Combines AI Therapy, Human Oversight

Jimini's platform, Sage, works as a patient-facing behavioral health AI designed for use within large clinical organizations.

World Fitness Bodies Urge Physical Activity in GLP‑1 Era

The top fitness industry trade organizations in the U.S., U.K. and Australia, among others, say GLP‑1s must be embedded in integrated care models that prioritize exercise and nutrition.

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Women Are Reshaping Fitness — How Top Founders Are Leading the Shift

Founders from four top boutique fitness brands unpacked what it takes to win in today’s competitive landscape while staying true to brand values during an Xplor Mariana Tek panel.

Mars Men Lands $27.5M for Testosterone-Boosting Supplements

Mars Men has raised $27.5 million in Series A funding, led by L Catterton, for its supplements that naturally boost testosterone.

Companies Are Getting Corporate Wellness All Wrong, Expert Says — Here’s One Solution

Employee wellness is about much more than having healthy snacks in the office, argues executive and athlete performance coach Sam Neame.

Planet Fitness Taps UConn Star Azzi Fudd in New Recovery Campaign

With March Madness underway, Planet Fitness has brought in Fudd to promote its push to offer more recovery amenities at its gyms.

The Edge Fitness Clubs Invests in Trainer Growth Through Inspire360

The Edge Fitness Clubs is giving its staff access to certifications, workshops and AI-powered tools through Inspire360.