Fitness Franchise

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Balanced Body Debuts Business of Pilates Playbook for Fitness Operators

Spurred by Pilates’ accelerating global demand and consumer interest, Balanced Body has introduced the Business of Pilates Playbook.

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Glute Training Goes Mainstream: Is Your Club Ready?

Once a niche focus, glute workouts are now recognized for their role in performance and injury prevention — here’s how to  capitalize

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How Foundry, a London Gym Chain, is Scaling with Purpose, Not Hype

Athletech News spoke with Foundry’s Managing Director about how gym owners can best launch and grow their businesses.

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Personal Training with a Personal Touch at Snap Fitness

Snap Fitness uses cutting-edge technology while bringing a human-first approach to training to help spur franchising success

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JF Fitness Acquires Crunch Gyms in Southeast, Eyes 60 Locations 

One of the top operators in the Crunch Fitness system, JF Fitness has added additional Crunch clubs in Mississippi and Florida.

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F45 Gets a Jolt With Red Bull Partnership

Functional fitness franchise F45 has teamed up on a multi-year partnership with energy drink king Red Bull.

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From Support to Scale: The Next Chapter in the Sweat440 Franchise Growth Story

Sweat440 and its unique approach to franchising over the past handful of years has the brand surging around the corner of 2025

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Conquer Padel Pioneers Franchise Model for the Fast-Growing Sport

Conquer Padel is the first U.S. operator to introduce a franchise model for padel, with its flagship location opening in Tempe, Arizona.

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The Gym of the Future: What Every Fitness Professional Should Know

The "Gym of the Future" isn’t just about shiny new equipment — it’s about rethinking spaces, services and experiences to meet client needs.

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The Longevity Economy: Why Wellness-Driven Hospitality is the Future

With wellness tourism nearing $1 trillion, brands are redefining guest experiences to meet the growing demand for longevity-focused travel.