News: Fitness
CSIRO study reveals the power of personalised goal setting for weight loss
As Australians set health resolutions for the new year, new research from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) has unveiled the power of...
Jan 6, 2025
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New outdoor fitness station in Newcastle supports active ageing
A collaboration between City of Newcastle, Port Waratah and the Hunter Ageing Alliance has delivered an outdoor fitness station for Maryville - installed between the Drop In The...
Jan 5, 2025
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Fitness
Federal Assistant Treasurer targets gyms and wellness apps in warning on 'subscription traps'
Picking up on a tactic often adopted by state fair trading and consumer affairs ministers and agencies, Federal Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services, Stephen...
Jan 5, 2025
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Southern Cross University offers free Online Exercise Program for Australians in 2025
Southern Cross University offers free Online Exercise Program for Australians in 2025 A new program from Southern Cross University which offers free, individualised support...
Jan 2, 2025
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Fitness
Versatile Fluid X Aqua Bags harness properties of water for workouts
Fitness equipment innovator Fluid X has revealed the growing use, acceptance and success of its Aqua Bags - a dynamic and adaptable tools that is capable of redefining workouts...
Jan 2, 2025
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Fitness
Murray Bridge gym named Anytime Fitness Australia’s top club
Anytime Fitness Murray Bridge has been named Anytime Fitness Australia’s club of the year, recognised for its achievement ahead of more than 570 other gyms around the nation....
Jan 1, 2025
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Fitness
ExerciseNZ calls on New Zealanders to set exercise goals that stick in 2025
With 2025 ExerciseNZ is encouraging everyone to make movement a joyful part of their Christmas and New Year celebrations - embracing the opportunity to reflect on the strides...
Dec 29, 2024
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Fitness
Reports identify top fitness trends of 2024
At a time when the fitness industry is looking at what consumers will demand in 2025, a look at key trends of the past 12 months - identified by the American College of Sports...
Dec 28, 2024
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AUSactive seeks non-Executive Director
The AUSactive board is looking to recruit one non-executive director, to ensure that the board has the requisite diversity and collective skills as set out in its board...
Dec 23, 2024
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Fitness
Revo Fitness opens latest gym in Wanneroo
Revo Fitness has opened its 52nd gym in the northern Perth suburb of Wanneroo. Opened on 17th December, the 2000 square metre club offers a state-of-the-art facility delivering...
Dec 21, 2024
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Fitness
Health and Fitness Association Global Report shows a buoyant and resilient fitness industry
The Health and Fitness Association’s 2024 HFA Global Report shows that despite ongoing macro-economic challenges, the fitness industry has rebounded from the pandemic and is...
Dec 20, 2024
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Program encourages South Australian teens to get active and off screens
The South Australian Government is investing $2.38 million through the Active State Collaboration Program (ASCP) to continue its bold action to get young people active and away...
Dec 20, 2024
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FIBO 2025 to include bodybuilding competition for amateurs and professionals
Germany’s FIBO fitness industry trade show, being held from 10th to 13th April 2025 at the Exhibition Centre Cologne, will see the 40th edition host bodybuilding competitions...
Dec 19, 2024
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Fitness
ABS Occupational Standard Classification for Australia revised to include Pilates and Yoga Instructors
AUSactive has welcomed the recent revision by the Australian Bureau of Statistics of the Occupational Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) to now include Pilates and...
Dec 18, 2024
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Fitness
Viva Leisure reveals UK expansion with Plus Fitness master franchise agreement
Viva Leisure Limited has announced the execution of a Master Franchise Agreement for the United Kingdom, marking a significant step in the expansion of the Plus Fitness brand....
Dec 17, 2024
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FIBO 40th edition to include new hall for technology and digitalisation
Germany’s FIBO, a leading fitness industry trade show, will be held from 10th to 13th April 2025 at the Exhibition Centre Cologne – marking its 40th edition. With 13 halls,...
Dec 17, 2024
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More than 100 delegates attend ARV's Fitness and Wellness Summit
Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) has advised of the success of its annual Fitness and Wellness Summit, hosted at Ikon Park in the Melbourne suburb of Carlton. Over 100...
Dec 17, 2024
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CERM PI research team extends deadline for input to latest survey of aquatic and recreation centres
Undertaking its yearly trends survey of expensive recovery and membership types in aquatic, recreation and sport centres, the CERM PI research team from the University of South...
Dec 17, 2024
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Australia’s $14 billion inactivity crisis prompts renewed AUSactive call for Federal Government-led preventative health campaign
AUSactive is calling on the Federal Government to ‘Walk the Talk’ by introducing a preventive health campaign and, in accord with its own policy, to increase preventative health...
Dec 16, 2024
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Move to create trade union for group fitness instructors
Concerned at poor working conditions and the behaviour of employers and operators over contracts and related issues, a group of fitness industry professionals are moving to...
Dec 16, 2024
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Fitness
New $4 million fitness and sport park opens at Canley Vale
City of Fairfield has advised that Stage 1 of the new fitness and sport park at Avenel Park in Canley Vale, located in south west Sydney, is now open - delivering an array of...
Dec 16, 2024
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Desire for trusted news and credible communication among Bolster Group’s 2025 trend predictions
Melbourne-based entertainment and culture marketing specialists, Bolster group, has shared its predictions for what 2025 might look like with the desire for trusted news and...
Dec 15, 2024
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AUSactive secures endorsement from Australian Sporting Alliance for People with a Disability
With a focus on inclusive exercise and physical activity for everyone, AUSactive has secured recognition from the Australian Sporting Alliance for People with a Disability...
Dec 15, 2024
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Towers 4 Change debuts as Australia’s biggest stair climb challenge for charity
Australia’s first four-tower vertical stair climb challenge is set to debut in 2025 with ‘Towers 4 Change’ aiming to raise over $400,000 - or $100,000 per tower - at the West...
Dec 14, 2024
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Fitness