One in Four Americans Belonged to a Gym in 2024
Health & Fitness Association kicks off 2025 report series on US consumer trends, highlights membership growth and calls for action on affordability and access.
HFA Press Releases
Health & Fitness Association Statement on Dr. Mehmet Oz Appointment to CMS
HFA congratulates Dr. Mehmet Oz on his appointment to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and stands ready to work with CMS to help make America healthier.
Congress Reintroduces Game-Changing Bill to Lower Healthcare Costs Through Fitness
The PHIT Act tackles affordability, allowing Americans to use pre-tax dollars from Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) to cover fitness expenses.
The HFA Show 2025 Draws Nearly 10,000 Attendees
The annual show, formerly known as IHRSA, drew a global audience with six international forums and a Global Advocacy Summit, and included new offerings, such as the HFA Hall of Fame, the Pickleball Pavilion, and the Experience Stage.
Statement from HFA President & CEO Liz Clark on the Passing of Red Lerille
A pioneer in the industry as a champion bodybuilder and owner of Red Lerille's Health & Racquet Club, Red Lerille passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025.
The HFA Show 2025 Kicks Off Next Week: A Must-Attend Event for the Health & Fitness Industry
Due to a recent schedule change, Chuck Runyon, co-chair of the Purpose Brands board of directors and co-founder of Anytime Fitness, will now offer the keynote address on the second day of the show.
Health & Fitness Association Rebrands its Official Publication as Health & Fitness Business
The health and fitness industry’s premier magazine is looking to differentiate itself further from other industry media by delving deep into the stories behind the trends and headlines.
HFA congratulates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on his confirmation as the Secretary of Health & Human Services and stands ready to work with HHS to help make America healthier.
HFA Announces Its First Class of Inductees into the HFA Hall of Fame
The fitness industry will come together to celebrate six industry pioneers at The HFA Show 2025.
New Research Highlights the Global Potential of Affordable Fitness
Public investment in fitness can address the physical inactivity crisis and deliver health, social, and economic benefits