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ATN Weekly: The ‘Membership Mill’ Gym Model Is Dying as Engagement Soars

This week, we break down new data showing that members spend more time inside gyms than ever before.

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US Gym Memberships, Visits Hit All-Time Highs

The HFA's new U.S. Health & Fitness Consumer Report found that 81 million Americans belong to a gym, studio or other fitness facility, good for 26.1% of the population.

Survey: Intimidation, Overcrowding Are Top Reasons for Gym Cancellations

Intimidation, crowding and a general lack of belonging are pushing some gym members out the door, a new national survey finds.

Daxko’s New AI-First Strategy Targets the Work That Slows Gyms Down

Daxko’s AI-first strategy focuses on automating backend tasks, improving personalization and helping gym operators navigate a new landscape.

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How Gyms Are Keeping Members After the January Rush — and Why February Matters More 

For gyms and studios, January is a peak month. But the most dialed-in operators are treating February and March as arguably more important.

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Leading UK Gym Operator Wants Adults To Embrace Playtime Again

David Lloyd Clubs is introducing "kidult" classes — playful, nostalgia-driven workouts designed to make exercise feel more fun and sustainable.

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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.

Retro Fitness Bets on Retention With 3-Month Free Trial in January

As New Year's promotions flood the market, Retro Fitness is breaking from industry norms with a three-month trial aimed at long-term loyalty.

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Australia Joins Global Pushback Over Gym Membership Cancellations

As regulators target "subscription traps," gym operators in Australia, the U.S. and U.K. are pushing back.

Recovr Raises $1M To Scale AI-Powered Retention Software, Enter US Market

Recovr, an Australia-based, AI-powered member engagement platform, has raised approximately $1 million in seed funding.