Check-in Data a Success: Clubs Aren’t Spreading the Virus
The results are in—and look good—for IHRSA and MXM’s ‘visit-to-virus’ ratio tracker data. Media outlets around the world are sharing the results.
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Lockdowns Cause Severe Mental & Physical Health Consequences
Lori Deemer, M.D., concludes that social isolation, decreased physical activity, and loss of function—all factors of the pandemic—are leading Americans to an unhealthy future.
Health Clubs Are Valuable, Policymakers Need to Make Changes
Some health and fitness clubs in the U.S. have been closed since March. One doctor believes it’s time that policymakers see—once and for all—how important clubs are to overall health.
IHRSA Introduces Interim President & CEO Brent Darden
Fitness industry veteran Brent Darden feels that he was called on to serve the industry during these turbulent times. He looks forward to reimagining IHRSA and elevating the collective industry.
Doctor Says Gyms Can Help Prevent COVID-19 & Lessen Its Impact
Robert Sallis, M.D., says, “Whatever it takes to get places where people can exercise and be active to open, we have to do it, it's an essential part of life.”
IHRSA Refutes Negative Press, Provides Leadership for Industry
As negative public perceptions take its toll on the fitness industry, industry leaders hit back with data and resources to show health clubs are safe and abiding by guidelines.
IHRSA Reveals Innovation Summit Schedule & Speakers
Here’s the schedule of speaker sessions and panelist discussions you don’t want to miss at the IHRSA Innovation Summit.
IHRSA Teams Up with MXM for ‘Visit-to-Virus’ Ratio Tracker
The fitness industry can prove that health and fitness clubs are not the problem when it comes to spreading COVID-19. The “visit-to-virus” ratio tracker is a promising study to show just that.
IHRSA Announces New Virtual Event: The IHRSA Innovation Summit
Health club operators and fitness professionals are invited to join IHRSA in this one-day interactive, virtual event. Learn how to innovate, connect, and thrive in the new economy on September 17.
Challenges & Opportunities in Member Retention as Gyms Reopen
Club operators face a looming question: How many members will return? Loni Wang, owner of Catic Wellness Group, details the member retention challenges and opportunities that her facility faced in reopening.