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.

Fitness & Fly: Roam Opens Gym in Philadelphia International Airport

The airport gym and wellness center includes complimentary showers as well as clothing and shoe rentals for each visit.

Headspace Secures $105M in Debt Financing Following Layoffs

The mental health platform will explore in-person clinical care, increased substance use disorder support and employee assistance programs.

Gyms Can Benefit From the Rise of Group Boxing, VSL Fighting Equipment CEO Says

VSL CEO Jim McClafferty talks to Athletech News about the popularity of boxing and his advice to fitness franchises and gyms.

GNC Launches Healthcare Service as Part of Loyalty Program

GNC Health offers free telehealth appointments and over 100 free prescriptions without requiring a co-payment. 

Athleta Taps Alo Yoga President as New CEO

Athleta CEO Chris Blakeslee will be counted on to help the women’s activewear company boost its sagging sales.

Rumble Boxing Continues Summer of Fun With ’90s-Era Block Party

Rumble is going back in time as it promotes its 45-minute, 10-round boxing, strength and conditioning group workouts.

People doing Pure Barre

Xponential Sees Several Brands Recognized as Top Franchises

Xponential Fitness' Pilates, Barre, stretching and yoga brands all scored as the best franchise model in their respective modalities.

Magic AI Raises $2.5M for Smart Fitness Mirror

While several fitness mirror products have failed, Magic is ready to change the game with its AI-driven device that focuses on smart personal training.

Life Fitness Names Jim Pisani as New CEO

Jim Pisani will take over as CEO effective immediately, with Paul Stoneham becoming a senior advisor to the Life Time board of directors.

Life Time CEO Confident After Strong Q2: ‘All of Our Strategies Are Working’

Life Time reported revenue of $561.7 million for Q2 of 2023, a 21.8% increase from the $461.3 million it posted in the same period last year.