Fitness Business

Rendering of a new Crunch Fitness gym
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Inside Crunch Fitness’ Strategy for Building Gyms in the GLP-1 Era

As low-price gyms race to expand, Crunch is investing in community and AI-powered technology to keep members engaged for the long haul.

exterior of an Anytime Fitness gym in Dubai

Franchise Brands Go All-In on International Expansion

ATN breaks down the biggest international fitness franchising moves of the past year, and analyzes what each could mean for the industry moving forward.

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The Fitness & Wellness Moves That Defined 2025

ATN breaks down the biggest fitness and wellness moves of 2025, from acquisitions, to funding rounds to new company launches.

Crunch Feel More campaign

Crunch Fitness Leans Into ‘90s Nostalgia With Hype Williams-Led Campaign

Crunch's new “Feel More” campaign leans into music, nostalgia and social connection as Gen Z seeks community-driven fitness experiences.

The 10 Most Popular Fitness & Wellness Stories of 2025

From shocking brand moves to the top running shoes of the NYC Marathon and the fittest cities in the country, here’s what readers gravitated toward in 2025.

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Can the Pilates Franchising Boom Continue?

ATN breaks down the Pilates franchises to watch, innovations shaping the sector and potential competitors in the years ahead.

Vasa Fitness facility in Rockford, Illinois

Vasa Fitness Nears 70 Locations Amid Continued Growth

Vasa Fitness added seven new clubs and 335,000 new members this year as it stakes its claim as one of the industry's top HVLP gym brands

How Lekfit Went From Garage Studio to Cult-Favorite Workout

Started out of Lauren Kleban's garage in LA, Lekfit now has tens of thousands of digital fitness subscribers and a brick-and-mortar location.

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ATN Week in Review: Gyms Face a Familiar Challenge

Big-box gyms and health clubs are acquiring new members (especially Gen Z) at a rapid clip, but they’re also struggling to keep them around.

Revl Training Sees Success With Whoop-Sponsored Fitness Competition

Revl Training is leveraging studio growth and in-person competitions to build global brand equity, eyeing new markets in Asia and North America.