News: Fitness
Fremantle Leisure Centre's 50 metre pool scheduled to close for repairs
The Fremantle Leisure Centre's 50-metre pool will close from mid-June 2025 to allow for major repairs with the City of Fremantle advising that, in order to minimise the impact...
Apr 11, 2025
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Hyrox looks to make its group fitness programs available to gyms worldwide
Mass participation fitness challenge, Hyrox, is looking to expand its global community by having its group fitness classes and educational content available to gyms and studios...
Apr 10, 2025
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Xponential Fitness records US$98.7 million loss for 2024
International boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has posted a net loss of US$98.7 million for the full year - leading to a significant drop in its share value. The group,...
Apr 10, 2025
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Revo Fitness opens largest gym in the eastern states
Spanning 2,700 square metres, Revo Fitness’ newest opening in the Melbourne suburb of Frankston is its largest in Australia’s eastern states. Opened on Wednesday 2nd April, the...
Apr 9, 2025
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Spartan obstacle race returns to Werribee Racecourse
The Werribee Spartan Event is returning for a second consecutive year on 9th and 10th August 2025 and is anticipated to attract thousands of participants and to boost the local...
Apr 9, 2025
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QUT study finds decrease in healthy physical activity levels of young adults
A Queensland University of Technology (QUT) study based on data from the United States has revealed that young adults are becoming less active in meeting the recommended 150...
Apr 9, 2025
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Technogym showcases its eco-conscious Pilates Reformer at FIBO 2025
Leading exercise equipment supplier and wellness innovator, Technogym, is showcasing its Healthness™ products and services at Germany’s FIBO fitness industry trade show, being...
Apr 8, 2025
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Interactive Strength acquires Wattbike to expand its fitness portfolio
Interactive Strength (listed on Nasdaq as TRNR) has signed a binding transaction agreement to acquire Wattbike, the pioneering indoor performance training bike business....
Apr 8, 2025
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PerfectGym backs Revo Fitness and Ryderwear Gym openings
Fast growing fitness chains Revo and Ryderwear Gym are being helped in their expansion by their partnership with Perfect Gym Solutions. In December 2024, Ryderwear Gym joined...
Apr 7, 2025
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InBody awarded iF Design Award 2025 for LookinBody Web data management platform
LookinBody Web, the cloud-based platform that allows fitness professionals, health practitioners and individuals to access and track detailed health data in real-time, has been...
Apr 6, 2025
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Jetts Fitness announces expansion into India market
Australian founded fitness brand Jetts Fitness has today announced its expansion into India, introducing their signature model of flexible, high-quality training facilities....
Apr 6, 2025
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FIBO and PGA Show collaborate to strengthen golf and fitness connection
Germany’s FIBO fitness industry trade show is partnering with the PGA Show, golf’s largest and longest-running global business event with the collaboration linking the worlds of...
Apr 5, 2025
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Golf
Central Coast Wetlands community parkrun resumes
Up to 200 people are expected to turn out for the re-commencement of the NSW Central Coast Wetlands - Pioneer Dairy’s popular 5km parkrun community event following the...
Apr 4, 2025
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West Tamar Council terminates longstanding service agreement with EFM Health Clubs
West Tamar Councillors have voted to terminate the service agreement with EFM Health Clubs for the facility at the Windsor Community Precinct in Riverside, north of Launceston....
Apr 3, 2025
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Heart Foundation to assemble national taskforce to manage obesity crisis
The Heart Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to fighting the single biggest killer of people in Australia – heart disease, is looking to unite clinical experts...
Apr 3, 2025
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Belinda Amis Wheaton to succeed Di Williams as Fernwood Fitness Chief Executive
Diana ‘Di’ Williams, founder of Fernwood Fitness, is to step down from her role as Chief Executive of the women's health club chain, to be replaced by current group General...
Apr 2, 2025
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Healthy Ageing Summit’s Ken Baldwin explains the potential of the fitness market for older Australians
Australia is undergoing a demographic transformation, with more than one in six Australians now aged over 65 - a number that will continue to rise for the next two decades. In...
Apr 2, 2025
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Records shattered at 2025 AusFitness Expo in Melbourne
The 2025 AusFitness Expo Melbourne event has seen the unveiling of exciting new trends and record-breaking sporting achievements over its two days. Staged at the Melbourne...
Apr 2, 2025
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Virgin Active set to open 'social wellness club' at Sydney's Bondi Junction
Virgin Active health clubs are counting down to the opening of what it says will be a “revolutionary social wellness club” at Sydney's Bondi Junction. Due to open in May, the...
Apr 1, 2025
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New Zealand Parliamentarians lead by example as Fit 4 Office challenge wraps up
As the Fit 4 Office (F4O) Challenge concludes, Exercise New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) has congratulated all participating Members of Parliament for prioritising movement, proving...
Apr 1, 2025
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24/7 Fitness grows Singapore presence following Gymmboxx acquisition
24/7 Fitness, one of Hong Kong's biggest 24-hour fitness brands, has spotlighted its Singapore offerings having acquired Gymmboxx in May 2024 – marking its commitment to...
Apr 1, 2025
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Barrie Elvish to step down from Chief Executive role at AUSactive
Australasian Leisure Management has today learned that Barrie Elvish is to step down as Chief Executive at AUSactive, advising the board that he will depart after serving a...
Mar 31, 2025
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YOHKA obstacle racing rises in popularity with IOC including 100 metre short course concept in modern pentathlon
Australia-born fitness racing brand, YOHKA Sports, offers a variety of events including a 100 metre Short Course, a 5km Course, a 10km Course, and a thrilling Pursuit Course...
Mar 31, 2025
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Upgraded 50 metre pool and wellness hub among changes slated for Noosa Aquatic Centre
A draft Facility Upgrade Plan has been developed to modernise the Noosa Aquatic Centre at Girraween Court, Sunshine Beach with an array of improvements proposed for the...
Mar 31, 2025
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