Fitness

people high five each other after a workout

The Gym Is One Place AI Hasn’t Won Over, Report Finds

A Les Mills report finds gymgoers may embrace fitness tech, but they draw the line at AI coaching, with most preferring human instructors.

Watson Gym Equipment at a Fitness First in London

Watson Gym Equipment Bets on Global Growth With New Commercial Chief

The fast-growing, U.K.-based strength equipment supplier is targeting major international fitness chains in markets across the world.

PureGym automatic entry doors in a New York City gym
member exclusive

Gymgoers Want 24/7 Access. But Are They Ready for the Tech That Makes It Possible?

PureGym’s 24/7 access model, which trades a front desk for entry pods, has worked overseas, but in New York, it’s sparked debate.

woman rides on a Peloton bike

Peloton Sues US Government Over Tariffs, Joining Other Companies

Peloton is seeking refunds on tariffs it says were unlawfully imposed under emergency powers, joining companies including iFIT and Reebok.

MADabolic female

How MADabolic Identifies Ideal Markets for Franchisee Success

The brand prioritizes psychographics over density to optimize expansion and uses competition to validate demand

woman works out with a trainer at a Crunch Fitness

CR Fitness, Crunch’s Top Franchisee, Reaches 1 Million Members

CR Fitness recently got $350M in growth capital as the franchise group plans to add another 100-plus Crunch clubs over the next five years.

an image of a woman walking outside at dusk/mental wellness

Walking Workouts Could Explode in Popularity in 2026, Google Data Suggests

ATN breaks down the fitness trends with the biggest increases and decreases in Google search activity in 2025, according to PureGym’s annual report.

Connected fitness weights

Peloton CEO: Strength Training, Wellness Will Be Key to Brand’s Growth

Peter Stern identified strength training, wellness content and AI as key priorities as Peloton evolves its post-pandemic strategy.

Blk Box equipment at a Solo60 location

Blk Box Hits $36M in Revenue, Eyes More Growth Amid Strength Equipment Surge

Strength equipment maker Blk Box reported record FY2025 revenue of £27 million ($36M), up 35%, as the brand targets $100M within five years.

Scaling Wellness: Merrithew’s Blueprint for the Future of Fitness Franchising

Through a focus on mindful movement, Merrithew delivers premium equipment and globally-recognized educational training that fuels sustainable, profitable business. The […]