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Most gyms and studios invest heavily in what happens inside a class. They refine programming, hire great coaches, and dial in equipment, playlists, lighting and layout. All of that matters. But when it comes to retention, what happens before and after class matters just as much — if not more.
Kurt Prosser is proving that education plus experience is the key to wellness adoption — using events, insight and hustle to grow his SWTHZ.
Kevin Hart joins fitness franchise Burn Boot Camp as an equity partner, with plans to open a California location later this year.
Jamie Weeks-led Founders Row has made its first minority investment, backing direct-to-consumer snack brand Hot Box Pretzels.
Fitness creators and influencers who stay true to their core messaging and personalities are seeing the most growth, per a new study.
Chelsea Piers Fitness is adding a new 47,000-square-foot club in Manhattan's Midtown East, expanding its luxury fitness footprint.
Chelsea Piers Fitness will be expanding into New Jersey and Queens, with plans to open luxury gyms in both Jersey City and Long Island City.
Nico Varano of Sweat Equity Holdings shares tips for those interested in franchising with contrast therapy brand SWTHZ.
SWTHZ founder Jamie Weeks, who built Orangetheory’s largest franchise group, launches Founders Row to back startups in their earliest years.
A biotech breakthrough harnessing athlete gut bacteria could redefine how we energize, recover, optimize our health and thrive.
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