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The Best Fitness Franchises Under $250K To Open

Athletech News breaks down the best fitness franchises that cost less than $250,000 to open, including gyms, studios and more.

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The Best Gym Franchises To Open

Athletech News breaks down the best gym franchises to open, including investment, demographics and growth goals.

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The Best Barre Fitness Franchises To Open

Athletech News breaks down the best barre fitness franchises to open, including investment, demographics and growth goals.

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The Best Wellness & Recovery Franchises To Open

Athletech News breaks down the top wellness and recovery franchises, including investment, modalities and growth plans.

What To Expect in Year 1 as a Fitness Franchisee

The first 365 days of your gym or studio will be about driving memberships and getting into an operational flow.

The 5 Red Flags To Look for in a Fitness Franchise

Athletech News identifies where fitness franchises commonly go wrong and presents advice on how to avoid those mistakes.

4 Tough Questions You Must Ask Before Signing a Franchise Deal

Vetting a fitness franchisor goes well beyond reviewing the terms in the company’s franchise disclosure document.