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.
According to ABC Fitness, social interaction and connection are driving consumers to join gyms, studios and other fitness communities.
A preliminary study shows GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may slow alcohol absorption and reduce feelings of intoxication.
ClassPass enters hospitality with The Manner SoHo, giving hotel guests credits to book New York’s top fitness, spa and wellness experiences.
Telehealth giant Hims & Hers has expanded into women's midlife care with personalized treatment plans, including patches, creams and pills.
Kohler has launched Dekoda, a smart toilet device that tracks hydration and gut health, turning homes into health hubs.
GymGuyz has partnered with Bait Al Batterjee Group to launch 80 new territories in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, with plans for Egpyt and Morocco as well.
P90X creator Tony Horton has teamed with BODi, formerly Beachbody, to launch "The Power of 4," a program built for longevity and healthspan.
GymBattle360 is launching a franchise fitness league that turns everyday lifters into city champs with arena finals and $500K in prizes.
Fitbod, iFIT, Johnson Fitness & Wellness and Wellhub are making it easier to use HSA and FSA funds on fitness products and subscriptions.
Club Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement to bring 20 studios to Bangkok, with the first location set to open next spring.
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