All Things Fitness and Wellness

Krissy Vann

All Things FitnessAll Things Fitness and Wellness (ATFW) is a leading B2B media platform delivering timely, actionable insights for enterprise-level fitness and wellness industry professionals. From gym operators and franchise executives to investors and technology leaders, ATFW provides the strategic intelligence needed to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape. Through our flagship video series This Week in Fitness, we deliver concise, high-impact updates on the fitness business—covering industry reports, leadership moves, M&A activity, brand expansions, consumer trends, and regulatory developments—all in under 5 minutes. Our in-depth podcast series features candid conversations with top CEOs, innovators, and thought leaders shaping the future of fitness and wellness. We spotlight the strategies behind category-leading brands, explore tech integration, operational efficiency, member engagement, and the changing role of wellness in global business. Whether you're scaling a gym chain, launching new verticals, or looking to understand the data and decisions driving industry change, ATFW is your go-to resource for enterprise-grade fitness business news and leadership insight. Keep your fitness business in shape with ATFW hosted by Canadian television host and former fitness competitor Krissy Vann. 

  1. 5d ago

    This Week In Fitness: Life Time Earnings, Crunch Hits 600 Gyms & WHOOP x LeBron James

    Life Time reports double-digit revenue growth, Crunch Fitness reaches 600 locations worldwide, and WHOOP expands its partnership with NBA superstar LeBron James. Plus, Oura launches its first clinical trial, Burn Boot Camp introduces new digital coaching tools, and Technogym partners with World Athletics to bring competitive treadmill racing into gyms around the world. In this episode of This Week In Fitness, host Krissy Vann breaks down six of the latest headlines shaping the business of fitness, from gym expansion and financial performance to wearable technology, digital member engagement and connected fitness competition. This week's fitness business headlines: Life Time Reports 14.2% Revenue Growth and Raises 2026 Outlook Life Time generated $893.5 million in third-quarter revenue, with net income reaching $106.5 million. Average quarterly revenue per club membership increased 12%, supported by higher membership spending and increased use of in-club services, particularly personal training. The company also raised its full-year revenue outlook and remains on track to open 14 new clubs in 2026. Crunch Fitness Reaches 600 Locations and 4.5 Million Members Worldwide Crunch Fitness celebrates a major franchise milestone as its global footprint reaches 600 gyms. The company reports that annual gym openings have increased by nearly 200% over the past four years, reflecting continued expansion of its high-value, low-price fitness model. Oura Launches First Clinical Trial With UC San Diego Health Oura is expanding its role in healthcare research through a multiyear clinical trial examining the relationship between wearable health metrics and outcomes following GLP-1 treatment or bariatric surgery. The study will evaluate sleep, heart rate and physical activity data in relation to weight loss, glucose control and treatment persistence. WHOOP Names LeBron James Global Brand Ambassador WHOOP formalizes its longstanding relationship with LeBron James through an expanded global partnership focused on performance, recovery and longevity. The announcement comes as WHOOP reports more than 3 million members worldwide. Burn Boot Camp Launches My Plan Across 400 Locations Burn Boot Camp introduces My Plan, a new feature within its proprietary mobile app that integrates nutrition tracking, wearable health data and personalized progress monitoring. The platform also provides trainers with additional member insights to support individualized coaching. Technogym and World Athletics Launch Global Treadmill Championship The RUN X World Treadmill Championship brings standardized five-kilometre indoor racing to participating fitness clubs worldwide. Connected Technogym equipment will record performances and rank runners globally, with qualifying rounds leading to a world final in Italy and a $100,000 prize pool. About This Week In Fitness Produced by All Things Fitness and Wellness, This Week In Fitness delivers the latest fitness industry news for gym owners, operators, executives, fitness professionals and business leaders. From fitness franchises and health club financial results to fitness technology, wellness innovation and industry partnerships, we cover the developments shaping the global fitness business. Subscribe for weekly fitness business news and industry insights. Stay fit, stay informed, and keep your fitness business in shape. #ThisWeekInFitness #FitnessIndustry #FitnessBusiness #GymBusiness #LifeTimeFitness #CrunchFitness #WHOOP #LeBronJames #Oura #BurnBootCamp #Technogym #WorldAthletics #FitnessTechnology #GymOwners #FitnessNews

  2. Oct 21

    The State of the Fitness Industry Heading Into 2027 with HFA's Anton Severin

    The fitness industry is growing, but are operators fully capitalizing on the opportunity? In this episode of All Things Fitness and Wellness, host Krissy Vann sits down with Anton Severin of the Health & Fitness Association (HFA) to unpack findings from the 2026 Global Report and Fitness Industry Benchmarking Report. From rising membership and revenue to improving profitability, the latest data paints an encouraging picture for the industry. But the conversation goes beyond the growth figures to explore what's driving demand, where operators are finding efficiencies, and what could shape the next phase of expansion. In this conversation: Why mature fitness markets are still experiencing significant growthThe relationship between revenue growth, profitability and operational efficiencyWhy fitness spending is becoming a greater priority for consumersThe rise of members holding multiple gym and studio membershipsWhat the research reveals about technology investment and AIThe untapped opportunity to reach consumers who aren't currently participating in structured exerciseThe growing intersection of fitness, preventive healthcare and public policyWhat gym operators should be thinking about heading into 2027As the fitness industry looks toward its next chapter, Anton shares why sustainable growth may depend less on competing for existing members and more on making fitness accessible and relevant to entirely new populations. Learn more about the Health & Fitness Association and its industry research: https://www.healthandfitness.org/ Subscribe to All Things Fitness and Wellness for conversations with the leaders, innovators and decision-makers shaping the global fitness and wellness industry.

  3. Oct 16

    This Week In Fitness: PureGym Acquisition, The Picklr Bankruptcy, HYROX & Fitbit Edge

    Major acquisitions, franchise restructuring, AI-powered fitness technology and new opportunities for gym operators are making headlines across the global fitness and wellness industry. This week on This Week In Fitness, host Krissy Vann covers seven business developments, including PureGym's expansion in Switzerland, The Picklr's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, HYROX's growing affiliate gym ecosystem and Google's latest fitness wearable. THIS WEEK'S HEADLINES: PureGym Acquires NonStop Gym in Major Swiss Expansion PureGym announces an agreement to acquire 47 NonStop Gym locations, creating Switzerland's largest low-cost gym operator with more than 100 facilities expected by the end of 2026. The Picklr Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection The indoor pickleball franchise's parent company enters restructuring following rapid expansion, supported by $4.5 million in proposed financing. The filing comes amid slowing U.S. pickleball participation growth and rising interest in padel. HYROX Expands Sweatpals Partnership to Support Affiliate Gyms HYROX is integrating event management, booking and payment capabilities into HYROX365, giving its network of approximately 20,000 affiliate gyms additional ways to generate revenue through training sessions, race simulations and local events. REFORMD Announces U.S. Expansion With Large-Format Lagree Studio Canadian fitness brand REFORMD is bringing its boutique fitness model to Calabasas, California, with 37 Lagree machines and integrated recovery services. The location is scheduled to open in January 2027. Google Introduces Fitbit Edge With AI-Powered Health Coaching Google expands its fitness wearable lineup with a new tracker offering advanced biometric monitoring, personalized AI coaching, built-in GPS and up to seven days of battery life. Aescape Partners With Tom Brady on Robotic Massage Protocol Aescape introduces the Brady Protocol, a 30-minute robotic deep tissue massage treatment starting at $39. The software-based offering will be available through existing Aescape equipment at participating fitness and hospitality locations. NBA Signs Nutrition Partnership With David Beckham-Backed IM8 The NBA announces a multiyear partnership with IM8 across Australia and eight Southeast Asian markets, expanding the health and nutrition brand's international sports marketing presence. ABOUT THIS WEEK IN FITNESS Produced by All Things Fitness and Wellness (ATFW), This Week In Fitness delivers concise, business-focused coverage of the developments shaping the fitness and wellness industry. From gym acquisitions and franchise operations to fitness technology, investment, recovery innovation and global expansion, ATFW keeps fitness executives, operators and industry professionals informed. Stay fit, stay informed, and keep your fitness business in shape. #ThisWeekInFitness #FitnessBusiness #FitnessIndustry #GymIndustry #PureGym #HYROX #Fitbit #Pickleball #WellnessBusiness #ATFW

  4. Sep 22

    This Week In Fitness: Peloton’s New Treads, Mindbody AI, Crunch + NASM & Club Pilates

    The fitness industry is growing, Peloton is making a bigger play for runners, and AI is becoming a bigger part of how gyms and studios operate. This week on This Week in Fitness, Krissy Vann breaks down the fitness business stories shaping the industry: The Health & Fitness Association reports continued revenue and membership growth among fitness operators Peloton launches three new treadmills, expands Peloton IQ and taps Miley Cyrus for its latest campaign NASM and Crunch Fitness launch an interview guarantee for certified personal trainers Mindbody parent Playlist introduces AI tools for retention, benchmarking and revenue forecasting Hone Health and BODYBAR Pilates partner around fitness, biomarker testing and longevity Club Pilates expands its annual 80s Week into Decades Week This Week in Fitness from All Things Fitness and Wellness covers the latest fitness industry news, gym business trends, fitness technology, wellness, personal training and operator strategy. #FitnessIndustry #FitnessBusiness #Peloton #GymIndustry #FitnessTechnology #WellnessIndustry 00:00 - This Week in Fitness 00:15 - HFA Reports Continued Fitness Industry Growth 01:28 - NASM + Crunch Fitness Launch Trainer Hiring Pathway 02:20 - Mindbody Parent Playlist Expands AI Tools 03:34 - Peloton Makes a Bigger Play for Runners 04:29 - Hone Health + BODYBAR Pilates Partner 05:15 - Club Pilates Launches Decades Week

  5. Sep 16

    Beyond ChatGPT: How AI Is Changing Fitness, Health and Human Performance with Longevity Plan CEO Tony Medrano

    Artificial intelligence in fitness and wellness is moving well beyond chatbots and automated workout plans. In this conversation, Tony Medrano, CEO and Co-Founder of LongevityPlan.AI, joins Krissy Vann to explore how AI has evolved, what today's technology can actually do with health and performance data, and where it could change the way consumers, coaches and fitness businesses approach personalization. Tony's relationship with technology predates the current AI boom. A former U.S. Navy officer and Stanford JD/MBA graduate, he built his first technology company while still in school and began working with artificial intelligence years before ChatGPT brought AI into the mainstream. He's also a three-time full Ironman finisher, bringing together his interests in technology, health and human performance. The conversation explores the rise of digital twins, which can bring together information from wearables, lab work, biomarkers and other health data to create a more individualized picture of a person. Tony explains how these models could be used to evaluate potential interventions and make health and performance recommendations more personalized. They also get into some of the bigger questions surrounding the technology: Who owns increasingly detailed personal health data? How should privacy be handled? Where does human expertise remain essential? And what should fitness and wellness operators understand as AI becomes embedded in more consumer health products? The episode also examines the broader shift toward preventative and personalized health, and what that could mean for trainers, coaches and fitness businesses as consumers gain access to increasingly sophisticated information about their own bodies. In this episode: AI before and after ChatGPT, digital twins and personalized health, wearables and biomarker data, data ownership and privacy, AI's role alongside coaches and practitioners, preventative health, longevity and human performance. For fitness and wellness leaders, the bigger question isn't simply whether AI will become part of the industry. It's where the technology is genuinely useful, where its limitations remain, and how it could change what consumers expect from fitness and health businesses. Connect with All Things Fitness and Wellness: www.atfw.ca Learn more about Longevity Plan: longevityplan.ai

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All Things FitnessAll Things Fitness and Wellness (ATFW) is a leading B2B media platform delivering timely, actionable insights for enterprise-level fitness and wellness industry professionals. From gym operators and franchise executives to investors and technology leaders, ATFW provides the strategic intelligence needed to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape. Through our flagship video series This Week in Fitness, we deliver concise, high-impact updates on the fitness business—covering industry reports, leadership moves, M&A activity, brand expansions, consumer trends, and regulatory developments—all in under 5 minutes. Our in-depth podcast series features candid conversations with top CEOs, innovators, and thought leaders shaping the future of fitness and wellness. We spotlight the strategies behind category-leading brands, explore tech integration, operational efficiency, member engagement, and the changing role of wellness in global business. Whether you're scaling a gym chain, launching new verticals, or looking to understand the data and decisions driving industry change, ATFW is your go-to resource for enterprise-grade fitness business news and leadership insight. Keep your fitness business in shape with ATFW hosted by Canadian television host and former fitness competitor Krissy Vann. 

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