Courtney Rehfeldt

About Courtney Rehfeldt

Courtney Rehfeldt is a senior staff writer at Athletech News, where she reports on the evolving intersection of fitness, wellness and business. She regularly interviews industry leaders, founders and innovators and attends industry events to report on emerging trends firsthand. She began her career in broadcast media at Paramount before joining ATN and previously contributed to several outlets, including two weekly New York-based papers. Her short creative writing has appeared in the New York Times’ Metropolitan Diary section. She holds a bachelor’s degree in media and communications from SUNY Old Westbury.

a smiling headshot of new Peloton CEO Peter Stern

Apple Fitness+ Co-founder Appointed as Peloton CEO

Peloton has named Peter Stern as its new CEO. Stern comes to the connected fitness company with extensive tech and media experience.

man and woman exercising at Blink fitness

PureGym Selected as Bidder in $121M Cash Deal for Blink Fitness

Blink Fitness is being acquired by PureGym in a $121 million cash deal. PureGym has been plotting it's North American expansion.

an orangetheory fitness class

Orangetheory Opens 5 New Studios in October

Orangetheory has opened five new boutique group fitness studios this month in various cities across the U.S.and Canada.

Urban Gym Group x Gymbox

Urban Gym Group Acquires Gymbox

Urban Gym Group has acquired London-based Gymbox and plans to open a new flagship gym location in Finsbury Park.

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Online Sports Coaching Platforms Market to Grow by $1.24B

Online sports coaching platforms are poised for massive growth despite competition, with AI and increased internet access growth drivers.

SweatPals celebrates its $3 million raise

SweatPals Lands $3M for App Connecting Fitness Fans

SweatPals, a social fitness app that connects users to local events, has secured $3 million as fitness consumers seek connection.

an image of a woman using the new Concept2 StrengthErg

Concept2 Unveils StrengthErg

Fitness equipment maker Concept2 has launched the StrengthErg, a new strength training solution offering a guided workout experience.

PushPress software

PushPress Secures $20M for One-Stop Solution for Gym Owners

PushPress has secured $20 million for its customer-first software platform that serves as a one-stop shop for gym owners.

Thrive Global x Function

Thrive Global and Function Launch Employee Health Testing

Thrive Global and Function have partnered on a health coaching program to improve the health, drive productivity and reduce healthcare costs.

Form Smart Swim goggles

Form’s Smart Swim Goggles to Launch at Select Apple Stores

Form Smart Swim Goglges will be available for sale at select Apple stores and Apple.com beginning November 5.