Fitness Franchise

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Watch Now: SABRE, SWEAT440 Execs Talk Fitness Franchise Real Estate

Real estate experts Jay Siano and Douglas Jerum of Sabre sit down with Sweat440 CEO Cody Patrick to discuss fitness franchising strategies.

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How to Nail Your Soft Opening: A 7-Day Checklist for New Franchises

Here's a step-by-step soft opening plan to set your new franchise up for a grand debut that brings in your community.

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New GymNation Study Reveals Soaring Regional Fitness Aspirations

A landmark survey released by GymNation, the UAE-based fitness giant, reveals a significant fitness boom in the UAE and Saudi Arabia

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Xplor Mariana Tek Launches New Franchise Management Tools

Xplor Mariana Tek has launched a new suite of franchise management software tools to help multi-site fitness and wellness studios.

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Crunch Fitness Group Acquires 5 Jersey Strong Clubs in NJ

Fitness Holdings North America, a Crunch Fitness franchisee, has scooped up five Jersey Strong clubs in New Jersey.

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D1 Training Acquires Chicago Fitness Chain, Adds Former F45 Exec

D1 Training has acquired Strive Village, a chain of private training facilities in the Chicago area, and hired former F45 exec Elliot Capner.

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Pvolve Powers Ahead with Big Plans for 2025

Functional fitness and strength training franchise Pvolve plans to open more than 20 new studios this year with its science-backed method.

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5 Experts Explain Where to Start and Go in Fitness Real Estate Market

The panel speaks on big cities, the usefulness of cutting-edge data, and more in regard to fitness real estate.

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Crunch Fitness Unveils Massive Gym Redesign

Crunch 3.0 gyms will feature premium touches including a redesigned reception area, optional heated fitness studio and recovery modalities.

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Orangetheory’s Annual Transformation Challenge Returns

Orangetheory's 8-week 2025 Transformation Challenge has kicked off, centered on body fat reduction and muscle gain.