News: Fitness
Western Australia's Healthway continues to deliver funding for student health and wellness programs
Western Australia’s Healthway's Healthy Schools Program will see 40 schools across the state share in nearly $170,000 in funding to deliver projects that promote the health and...
Aug 12, 2024
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Fast growing Jetts Thailand extends market dominance
Jetts Thailand, the country’s leading health club brand, has extended its market dominance with the opening of four clubs in the first half of 2024. With the brand now having 48...
Aug 11, 2024
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Planet Fitness exceeds expectations with new Chief Executive at the helm
Global fitness franchise, Planet Fitness, has posted strong results for the second quarter of 2024 with its share prices having risen by more than 11%. Revenue rose by 5.1% on...
Aug 10, 2024
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Completion of Western Australian acquisitions sees Viva Leisure network expand to 361 locations
Viva Leisure Limited has advised of the early completion of the acquisition of the final locations in its recently announced Western Australian expansion, with the five...
Aug 8, 2024
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Fitness
Latest nightclub style fitness studio S30 opened in Maroochydore
Former Australian professional downhill mountain bike racer Rhys Willemse has joined forces with Sunshine Coast powerlifter Jacob Lavender to open a new S30 Studio in...
Aug 8, 2024
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Cairns community welcomes $1.8 million Trinity Beach Activity Space
Cairns Regional Council and the Queensland Government officially opened the $1.83 million Trinity Beach Community Activity Space at Coastwatchers Park today. The new space...
Aug 7, 2024
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210 minutes each week of moderate intensity exercise recommended to prevent heart problems
For a new study by University of Adelaide researchers, around 100 patients with atrial fibrillation (irregular and often very rapid heart rhythm) underwent cycle fitness tests...
Aug 7, 2024
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Keepme studies reveal significant delays in lead response times in fitness industry
AI-powered sales and marketing platform, Keepme, has released two studies that spotlight the critical issue of lead response times in the fitness industry - highlighting the...
Aug 7, 2024
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Fitness
UBX fitness franchise co-founder helps promote new Cyber Wardens campaign
World boxing champion and co-founder of boxing and strength fitness franchise UBX, Danny Green, is on a mission “to help small businesses knockout cyber criminals” in a new...
Aug 7, 2024
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Mystery Shopping For Fitness Businesses offers rewards for staff members who deliver the perfect tour
After over a decade of delivering mystery shopping audits for fitness businesses across Australia and New Zealand, Mystery Shopping For Fitness Businesses has introduced Cash...
Aug 6, 2024
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Finalists announced for AUSactive 2024 National Awards
The 2024 AUSactive National Awards finalists have been announced today, spotlighting the talent and dedication within the active health and exercise industry. This announcement...
Aug 5, 2024
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World Gym opens latest club in Canning Vale
Fast growing fitness club chain World Gym has announced the opening of its latest club - located in the southern Perth suburb of Canning Vale. The new $4.8 million facility is...
Aug 5, 2024
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ESSA commissioned research finds subsidised classes would encourage more older Australians to exercise
Research by Monash University which had been commissioned and run by national exercise industry group, Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) studied exercise classes...
Aug 5, 2024
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Vision Fitness to launch expanded commercial cardio and strength equipment line
Vision Fitness, a provider of durable and intuitive fitness equipment, will be launching a full-commercial line of strength and cardio equipment at the AusFitness Industry 2024...
Aug 5, 2024
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Spartan Event attracts thousands to Werribee
Wyndham City Council has advised that this weekend's Werribee Spartan Event has attracted nearly 4500 people. Held yesterday and today (3rd and 4th August), competitors...
Aug 3, 2024
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Balanced Body distributor HF Industries destroys counterfeit Pilates equipment
Amid ever rising interest in Pilates in Australia and New Zealand and a growing demand for related equipment, a market for fake and counterfeit products has emerged in recent...
Aug 1, 2024
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FitnessBiz events to return in November
Leading consultant Justin Tamsett of Sydney-based Active Management and Mystery Shopping For Fitness Businesses has announced that his popular FitnessBiz series will again be...
Aug 1, 2024
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Australian Fitness Academy and FITREC partner to support AFA Asia learning platform
Building on their existing partnership in Australia, FITREC and Australian Fitness Academy have announced that they are joining forces to support the new AFA Asia learning...
Aug 1, 2024
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City of Kingston appoints ADCO to construct new Aquatic and Leisure Centre
The City of Kingston in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs advised it has appointed ADCO to undertake the construction of the new Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Mordialloc. The...
Jul 31, 2024
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Parramatta's Newington Reserve to receive $17.5 million overhaul
Silverwater's newest emerging community premium facility, Newington Reserve, located within the City of Parramatta, will undergo a $17.5 million transformation. The new ground...
Jul 30, 2024
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Ignite Fitness Business Summit 2024 sells out
Organiser Mel Tempest has advised that this Friday’s Ignite Fitness Business Summit has sold out while just a handful of delegate places remain for the pioneering Ignite Women’s...
Jul 29, 2024
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The Yard Gym spotlights its boutique strength and conditioning approach
With more than 32 locations across Australia and internationally, The Yard Gym has spotlighted its boutique strength and conditioning approach within the franchise fitness...
Jul 29, 2024
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Body Bike sets new direction for indoor cycling
Set to roll out across Australia and New Zealand, the new Body Bike SMART+ Phantom has the potential to steer indoor cycling into a whole new era. With cutting-edge technology...
Jul 29, 2024
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Clean Health announces acquisition of Nutrition Coaching Institute
Clean Health, the trusted source of fitness education for personal trainers worldwide, has announced its acquisition of the Nutritional Coaching Institute (NCI) of the USA. The...
Jul 29, 2024
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