News: Fitness
David Beckham sues Mark Wahlberg over F45 investment loss
Former football star David Beckham is taking legal action against Hollywood actor Mark Wahlberg over a failed celebrity endorsement deal with the troubled F45 fitness franchise...
Apr 26, 2024
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World Active names new Chair
World Active, the global federation for the exercise, fitness and physical activity industry, has announced that Amy Thompson, Chief Executive and owner of USA-based health and...
Apr 25, 2024
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Fitness
The ‘Pilates Journal Expo’ to be launched at Bondi Beach
The ‘Pilates Journal Expo’ is launching their inaugural two-day event on 3rd and 4th August 2024 at Bondi Beach offering a networking event designed to bring together some of...
Apr 25, 2024
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Valo Motion launches new mixed-reality game for its immersive gaming room
Valo Motion, the pioneer in combining interactive technology with physical activities, has introduced Photobomb, the sixth mixed-reality game for its immersive ValoArena gaming...
Apr 25, 2024
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Fitness
Widespread reports indicate Stages Cycling ceases operations and lays off entire staff
Reports across multiple media outlets are advising that indoor cycling brand Stages Cycling has laid off its entire staff and may soon cease operations as it contends with...
Apr 24, 2024
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Beyond Activ spotlights expectations for Anytime Fitness in Southeast Asia
Beyond Activ (Formerly FIT Summit & Active Franchising) has spotlighted the expectations for Anytime Fitness in Southeast Asia. Inspire Brands Asia (IBA), master franchisee for...
Apr 23, 2024
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Fitness
Xplor introduces Mariana Tek boutique fitness platform in Australia and New Zealand
Xplor Technologies is expanding the availability of its Mariana Tek gym management software fitness in Australasia and the United Kingdom. One of a number of technology brands...
Apr 23, 2024
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SEARA and Core Fitness collaborate to establish fitness centre at Mt. Everest base camp
With head offices in Bangkok, SEARA, an industry leader in Sports and Fitness, has announced its title sponsorship of the prestigious Mt. Everest Marathon and introduces a...
Apr 23, 2024
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FILEX Business Summit returns in August
The organisers of the FILEX Business Summit have advised that the event is to return on 22nd and 23rd August at the Hilton Hotel in Sydney. With a 30 year history as the leading...
Apr 23, 2024
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NSW-based MMA app Alta Group Global raises $US6.5 million on New York Stock Exchange
Manly, NSW-based Alta Group Global, which operates a mixed-martial-arts training app, has raised $US6.5 million ($9.9 million) through a listing on the New York Stock Exchange...
Apr 22, 2024
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Trails WA awards Collie and Dwellingup with Trail Town accreditation
Collie and Dwellingup have secured Trail Town accreditation from Trails WA following on from significant Western Australian Government investment in mountain bike trails...
Apr 21, 2024
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Designs revealed for new Botany Aquatic Centre
Bayside Council in Sydney’s south has submitted a development application for a $68 million rebuilding of its Botany Aquatic Centre. Designed to replace the current facility,...
Apr 21, 2024
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Waterparks
Fitness First launches 'Yoga is for Everyone' promotion in the UAE
Aiming to celebrate the universal accessibility of yoga by offering a diverse range of classes suitable for individuals of all genders, ages and fitness levels, Fitness First in...
Apr 21, 2024
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Fitness
Wellness industry shifts its attitude towards men
The Global Wellness Summit has spotlighted a new trend developing with the wellness industry shifting away from clichéd views of masculinity: all the warrior-like fitness...
Apr 18, 2024
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Fitness
Sunshine Coast businesses engage with Million Moves challenge
Local Sunshine Coast fitness businesses have jumped onboard to support AUSactive’s Million Moves challenge offering free gym access, classes and sessions during May to help the...
Apr 18, 2024
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Fitness
Australians spent more than $3 billion on fitness clubs and gyms in 2023
A newly released survey on the fitness and health market has revealed that Australians spent up to $3.5 billion on fitness clubs and gyms in 2023 and that one in five of...
Apr 17, 2024
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AUSactive looks to engage Sunshine Coast residents in Million Moves challenge
Expanding on its Fit for Office challenge of late last year involving Federal politicians and their staff, AUSactive is looking to engage residents of the Sunshine Coast in an...
Apr 16, 2024
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Aquafit Campbelltown passes 20 year anniversary
Award winning aquatic and fitness centre Aquafit celebrated its 20th anniversary marking the two decades of its operation with a cake cutting ceremony with members and its team...
Apr 15, 2024
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Cockburn ARC delivers $30 million in community health savings
A study of members and patrons of the Cockburn ARC aquatic and recreation centre in Perth’s southern metropolitan region has revealed that it saved its community almost $30...
Apr 15, 2024
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Salisbury Aquatic Centre set to open on 24th June
The City of Salisbury has revealed that the highly anticipated Salisbury Aquatic Centre will open its doors from Monday 24th June 2024. One of the most significant projects...
Apr 14, 2024
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Fitness
Australian Small Business Champion Awards recognise Illawarra fitness operators
A pair of Illawarra-based fitness businesses have been recognised at the Precedent 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards. Held over two nights at The Star, Sydney at...
Apr 14, 2024
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Fitness
AusFitness Expo marks weekend return to Melbourne
Shaun Krenz, co-founder and Director of the AusFitness Expo has welcomed the staging of the event in Melbourne over the weekend. Krenz, the former Director of Reed Exhibitions’...
Apr 14, 2024
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Seniors encouraged to get physically active in NSW throughout April
As part of NSW’s April Falls Day – an annual event supported by the NSW Fall Prevention and Healthy Ageing Network - older people in Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSWLHD)...
Apr 14, 2024
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Fitness
Bondi Junction fitness centres closed in aftermath of knife attack murders
The tragic incident at a Bondi Junction shopping centre yesterday afternoon has led to the closure of fitness clubs and studios in the area while NSW Police investigate the...
Apr 13, 2024
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