Фитнес-новости и соревнования

Les Mills International appoints new CEO Jason Paris to drive next phase of growth

Experienced transformation leader to helm global fitness company as Phillip Mills completes planned three-year leadership stint and moves into Founder / Director role. AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 12 AUGUST 2026: Les Mills International has appointed Jason Paris as its new Chief Executive Officer, with current leader Phillip Mills moving into a Founder / Director role. One... The post Les Mills International appoints new CEO Jason Paris to drive next phase of growth appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .

На Центральной площади Ижевска с размахом отметили День физкультурника!

Демонстрируем работу официальных представительств Национального фитнес-сообщества в субъектах РФ. На Центральной площади Ижевска с размахом отметили День физкультурника! Главным событием праздника стал первый в истории региона парад спортивных федераций Удмуртии — в нем приняли участие 66 коллективов. Еще одним ярким дебютом дня стала эстафета: соревновательную программу открыли 16 команд, представляющих олимпийские виды спорта. Также в […]

12–13 ноября 2026 года вся фитнес-отрасль России встретится на 38 Всероссийском Съезде Фитнес-Индустрии.

▶️ ГЛАВНОЕ ДЕЛОВОЕ СОБЫТИЕ ФИТНЕС-ОТРАСЛИ РОССИИ! 12–13 ноября 2026 года вся фитнес-отрасль России встретится на 38 Всероссийском Съезде Фитнес-Индустрии Организатор: Национальное фитнес-сообщество при поддержке Министерства спорта РФ Мероприятие с богатой 19-летней историей успеха — 38 Всероссийский Съезд Фитнес-Индустрии! ▶️ В ЦЕНТРЕ МОСКВЫ. 1000 кв.м. пространства Конгресс-центра «Яровит Холл», Москва, ул. Большая Якиманка, 26 ▶️ 2 […]

Кафедра «Менеджмент в фитнес-индустрии» Университета «Синергия» запускает очередной курс образовательной программы повышения квалификации для подготовки управляющих фитнес-клубами «Менеджмент спортивно-оздоровительного и фитнес-клуба».

▶️ 28 сентября 2026 года старт Для достижения устойчивого успеха в фитнес-индустрии предпринимателю необходимо соответствовать ряду управленческих стандартов. Важно не только поддерживать интерес со стороны клиентов, но и формировать сильную команду, реализовывать современные маркетинговые инструменты и совершенствовать ежедневные процессы. Кафедра «Менеджмент в фитнес-индустрии» Университета «Синергия» запускает очередной курс образовательной программы повышения квалификации для подготовки управляющих […]

В Севастополе состоялись Всероссийские массовые соревнования «Оздоровительный спорт — в каждую семью».

Демонстрируем работу официальных представительств Национального фитнес-сообщества в субъектах РФ. В Севастополе состоялись Всероссийские массовые соревнования «Оздоровительный спорт — в каждую семью». Активный образ жизни — это выбор, который не зависит от обстоятельств. Жители Севастополя в очередной раз доказали, что спорт остается неотъемлемой частью нашей повседневности. Спорт и физическая культура во все времена являются главным источником […]

В Иркутске на базе фитнес-клуба XFIT прошло социально значимое мероприятие проекта Национального фитнес-сообщества «РОССИЯ: ЗА СПОРТ! ЗА ЕДИНСТВО!».

Демонстрируем работу официальных представительств Национального фитнес-сообщества в субъектах РФ. В Иркутске на базе фитнес-клуба XFIT прошло социально значимое мероприятие проекта Национального фитнес-сообщества «РОССИЯ: ЗА СПОРТ! ЗА ЕДИНСТВО!». Главными гостями встречи стали участники специальной военной операции. Спорт — это не только источник физического развития, но и важный инструмент для восстановления здоровья, сплочения и поддержки. Цель мероприятия […]

8 августа 2026 года, в День физкультурника, Национальное фитнес-сообщество при поддержке Министерства спорта России провело Всероссийские массовые соревнования «Оздоровительный спорт – в каждую семью!».

Science Spotlight | August 2026 Highlights

ACSM journal sites have been updated! The ACSM journal websites have a new look and features. You can now find issue highlights from the Editors-in-Chief and featured articles about journal websites, along with the latest information about journal initiatives, calls for papers, and more. Access to all the ACSM journals can be found here: ACSM Journals Congratulations to the ACSM journals for […] The post Science Spotlight | August 2026 Highlights appeared first on ACSM .

Active Voice | With Resistance Training, Load is Only Half the Story

For decades, one question has dominated resistance-training research: How much weight should we lift? Many studies have compared heavy and light loads to identify the optimal stimulus for maximizing strength and muscle hypertrophy. These investigations have shaped coaching practice, informed resistance-training guidelines, and fueled one of the longest-running debates in exercise science. Yet this question […] The post Active Voice | With Resistance Training, Load is Only Half the Story appeared first on ACSM .

EGYM makes healthy aging measurable and training simple

Major update: BioAge and Longevity program launched along with EGYM Smart Strength Series 3 DENVER, August 4, 2026 – Longevity has become a top priority for modern exercisers, and fitness providers worldwide are responding to meet this growing demand. With the recent release of the new EGYM Smart Strength Series 3, EGYM introduced two major... The post EGYM makes healthy aging measurable and training simple appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .

A Preview of ACSM’s 2027–2029 Strategic Plan

At the August 2026 meeting, the ACSM Board of Trustees approved proposed goals and strategies for the ACSM Strategic Plan. The post A Preview of ACSM’s 2027–2029 Strategic Plan appeared first on ACSM .

Meet ACSM’s Business Development Team

Get to know the two ACSM staff members who make up the business development team. The post Meet ACSM’s Business Development Team appeared first on ACSM .

Board of Trustees Q2 2026 Approved Actions

View the full list of actions approved by the ACSM Board of Trustees in Q2 of 2026. The post Board of Trustees Q2 2026 Approved Actions appeared first on ACSM .

Get to Know ACSM President Dr. Karin Pfeiffer

The gavel officially passed at the 2026 ACSM Annual Meeting, where Karin Allor Pfeiffer, PhD, FACSM, FNAK, became ACSM’s 70th president. As she begins her term, we spoke with Dr. Pfeiffer about her vision for the year ahead, what she hopes to accomplish, what excites her most, and more. How long have you been a member of ACSM? It […] The post Get to Know ACSM President Dr. Karin Pfeiffer appeared first on ACSM .

CEO Update, August 2026

In her latest quarterly update, CEO Katie Feltman welcomes President Karin Pfeiffer and highlights the volunteer and staff leadership already shaping ACSM’s next chapter. The post CEO Update, August 2026 appeared first on ACSM .

Ian Mullane and Alistair Brownlee to Keynote the 2026 HFA European Congress

Industry leaders in artificial intelligence, innovation, and performance will headline the premier gathering of fitness executives in London. Washington, DC–July 31, 2026–The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) today announced Ian Mullane, founder and CEO of Keepme, and Alistair Brownlee, double Olympic triathlon champion and entrepreneur, as keynote speakers for the 2026 HFA European Congress, taking... The post Ian Mullane and Alistair Brownlee to Keynote the 2026 HFA European Congress appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .

Health & Fitness Association Launches Partnership With American Cancer Society to Advance Exercise Oncology Programs Nationwide

The new initiative will raise awareness and support fitness professionals in delivering programs for individuals living with and beyond cancer. Washington, DC–July 27, 2026–The Health & Fitness Association (HFA) today announced a strategic partnership with the American Cancer Society to expand access to exercise oncology programs across the United States, helping individuals living with and... The post Health & Fitness Association Launches Partnership With American Cancer Society to Advance Exercise Oncology Programs Nationwide appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .

US Fitness Traffic Keeps Ahead of Record 2025 Pace Through Midyear

New FIT Tracker data show consumer demand for commercial fitness remained resilient through the first half of 2026. US commercial fitness demand remained resilient through the first half of 2026, with traffic continuing to run ahead of last year’s record pace despite a slight slowdown in the second quarter. Average visits per commercial fitness facility... The post US Fitness Traffic Keeps Ahead of Record 2025 Pace Through Midyear appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .

Clinical Highlights from Current Sports Medicine Reports | Q2 2026

Dr. Vincent highlights the latest clinical research published in Current Sports Medicine Reports. The post Clinical Highlights from Current Sports Medicine Reports | Q2 2026 appeared first on ACSM .

Hot Topic | Being Outside Makes You Feel Better

Nature as a therapeutic intervention is a practice that dates back centuries but has only recently gained empirical legitimacy. From Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) in Japan to green exercise initiatives in urban areas of the United States and Europe, nature-based approaches to health are gaining traction. Mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions, are […] The post Hot Topic | Being Outside Makes You Feel Better appeared first on ACSM .

Crunch Franchise Brings Four State-of-the-Art Crunch 3.0 Gym to the Rocky Mountain Region

Crunch Fitness Franchisee Fit Fusion Expands in the Rocky Mountain Region with Crunch Hampden, Crunch 92nd & Wadsworth, Crunch Wheat Ridge, and (coming soon) Crunch North Glenn DENVER, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Crunch Fitness today announced the upcoming openings of Crunch Hampden, Crunch 92nd & Wadsworth, Crunch Wheat Ridge, and later Crunch North Glenn (Coming Soon) in the greater... The post Crunch Franchise Brings Four State-of-the-Art Crunch 3.0 Gym to the Rocky Mountain Region appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .

Fitness Industry Traffic (FIT) Tracker

The Fitness Industry Traffic (FIT) Tracker is a new resource from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA) that provides regular updates on foot traffic to nearly 11,000 fitness facilities across the United States. Each quarter, the FIT Tracker analyzes millions of anonymized location data points to track visits to gyms and studios nationwide—providing timely, data-driven insights into... The post Fitness Industry Traffic (FIT) Tracker appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .

Midtown Athletic Club Launches the Alan G. Schwartz Community Tennis Program in Partnership With United States Tennis Association, Expanding Access to Tennis in Underserved Communities Across Chicago

In Partnership with USTA, USTA Midwest, and the Chicago Park District, this Citywide Initiative Brings Free and Low-Cost Tennis Programming to Neighborhood Parks CHICAGO, Ill. (July 2026) – Midtown Athletic Club, the nation’s leading luxury fitness, tennis, and resort-style athletic club with locations across North America, announces today a partnership with the United States Tennis... The post Midtown Athletic Club Launches the Alan G. Schwartz Community Tennis Program in Partnership With United States Tennis Association, Expanding Access to Tennis in Underserved Communities Across Chicago appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .

HFA Submits Comments to USTR Regarding Trade Policy

HFA urges targeted trade policies to protect the fitness industry. This week, HFA submitted comments to the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) on two important trade policy dockets that could have significant implications for exercise equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and fitness facility operators. Section 301 Tariff ProceedingUSTR sought comment on proposed tariffs from its Section 301... The post HFA Submits Comments to USTR Regarding Trade Policy appeared first on Health & Fitness Association .