IHRSA Fitness Brasil Rebrands to Fitness Brasil Expo
The new name for the event, which is a partnership between Fitness Brasil and the Health & Fitness Association, will take effect with the 2025 show, set for August 28-30, 2025, in São Paulo.
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Paralympic Athletes Train at HFA-Member Clubs
The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games begin today, and FFC Gold Coast in Chicago, Downtown Athletic Club in Eugene, Oregon, and Club Fitness in St. Peters, Missouri, each have a club member competing for Team USA.
Bringing a Growth Mindset to the Health & Fitness Association
As new chair of the Health & Fitness Association, Chris Smith, CEO and president of Fitness World Canada, hopes to expand association influence across the world.
Health & Fitness Association Secures Seat in GLP-1 Policy Discussion
The HFA urges Congress to view the expansion of Medicare coverage for GLP-1 drugs not as an isolated solution but as part of a broader, integrated approach to health and wellness.
HFA Joins Call for Action to Fight Growing Physical Inactivity Crisis
Nearly one third of adults worldwide, approximately 1.8 billion people, did not meet the recommended levels of physical activity in 2022.
Health & Fitness Association Elects New Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer
Chris Smith will serve as chair for the next board term while Luke Carlson and Al Noshirvani will be officers for terms beginning July 1.
Documentary Crew Highlights West Wood Club’s Efforts to Help Wounded in Ukraine
West Wood Club in Ireland has donated fitness equipment to 15 rehabilitation clinics and hospitals around Ukraine and continues its efforts to help those wounded in the country.
Health & Fitness Association Leaders Share Status and Strategies at IPAC Virtual Town Hall
The Health & Fitness Association recently hosted a town hall for the Industry Partner Advisory Council (IPAC).
Creating Immersive Experiences at Your Fitness Facility
Why facilities are investing in new designs and remodels to meet changing expectations.
The most recent fly-in was twice the size of the May 2023 fly-in, leading to 130 meetings in which the groups sought co-sponsorship of the PHIT Act and established relationships with their legislators.