Josh Liberatore

About Josh Liberatore

Josh Liberatore, the executive editor of Athletech News, is a New York-based journalist and media professional with deep experience covering business, technology, and the industries shaping modern culture. Before joining ATN, Josh held editor and senior reporter roles at Sports Business Journal and Law360, helping to grow the leading trade publications for the sports and legal industries, respectively. Josh has a BA from the University of Pittsburgh and speaks fluent French. 

Barry’s Is in ‘Growth Mode’ After Princeton Equity Deal, co-CEO Says

Fitness brand Barry’s is aiming to roughly double its number of U.S. studios following a recent investment from Princeton Equity Group.

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As Senate Tosses PHIT Act, HFA Calls for Fitness Industry Action

The Senate has effectively removed the PHIT Act from the tax bill moving through Congress, a major blow to the American fitness industry.

Fritz Lanman on stage at the ATN Innovation Summit

Playlist CEO Fritz Lanman: AI Won’t Replace Humans, It’ll Make Brands Better

Lanman, the longtime Mindbody and ClassPass CEO, spoke about the future of AI in fitness and wellness during the recent ATN Innovation Summit.

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Inside the ATN Innovation Summit: Fitness & Wellness Leaders Usher in a New Era

At the inaugural ATN Innovation Summit, hundreds of executives, founders and innovators gathered in NYC to chart a new course for fitness of wellness.

CEO Corner: Evan Miller on Building Gameday Men’s Health

Gameday has experienced staggering growth since it started franchising in 2023, opening over 300 locations and selling 1,000 licenses.

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McKinsey Spotlights ‘Turning Point’ for Fitness & Wellness Industry

McKinsey & Company is calling attention to accelerating consolidation in fitness and wellness – and it what it means for the industry's future.

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Why CrossFit Has Signed So Many New Partners in 2025

Under VP/Global Partnerships Greg Schwartz, CrossFit is overhauling its partnerships strategy, taking inspiration from American pro sports teams.

Gen Z, Personal Training Drive Continued Growth for HVLP Gyms

According to a research note from TD Cowen, Gen Z is expected to expand the market for low-price gyms in the years ahead.

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Top Creatine Gummies on Amazon Contain Little to No Creatine, Report Finds

Many of the most popular creatine gummies on Amazon contain shockingly low levels of the compound per serving, according to SuppCo.

CEO Corner: The Edge’s Vinny Sansone on Scaling Gym Culture 

Vinny Sansone founded The Edge Fitness Clubs in 1988, growing it into a 40+ location brand by emphasizing culture over corporate strategy.