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Informative Fitness franchise articles to support business buyers, franchisees, and franchisors.

Multi-unit franchisees and private equity investors have plenty to like about each other
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,380 Reads 20 Shares
America's appetite for wellness services fuels growth for the health and wellness industry
  • Colleen McMillar
  • 1,333 Reads 9 Shares
Franchise's emphasis on grassroots marketing is a key to retaining current members and attracting new customers
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,891 Reads 5 Shares
Bipartisan legislation empowers America's more than 831,000 franchise small businesses to continue operating independently
  • International Franchise Association
  • 2,035 Reads 9 Shares
Brands can benefit from recession-resilient services and a growing workforce to scale their business
  • Mike Esposito
  • 1,638 Reads 8 Shares
The group plans to begin development in the Boston and Orlando areas
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,396 Reads 3 Shares
"When you own a franchise, you are handed a playbook for success. That's what I like about the franchise system."
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,564 Reads 3 Shares
Franchise brands address workforce gaps, offer early-career opportunities, and fuel local economies
  • Matt Haller
  • 2,775 Reads 12 Shares
When done right, letting go doesn't mean losing control
  • Kendall Rawls
  • 2,347 Reads 13 Shares
Mike Orwig goes from member to manager to multi-unit franchisee of Fitness Premier 24/7 Clubs 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,465 Reads 2 Shares
Solutions that focus on AI, automation, and data-driven decision-making are in high demand
  • Meme Moy and Paul Wilbur
  • 2,165 Reads 4 Shares
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The rule would have hurt small businesses in the fitness, personal wellness, and preventative health industries
  • International Franchise Association
  • 2,274 Reads 6 Shares
Tearing down company silos helps to create connected experiences that pay off
  • Helen Bond
  • 2,419 Reads 2 Shares
In addition to Wauwatosa, the Scharneks are targeting high-traffic suburban areas in Wisconsin
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,229 Reads 117 Shares
Former Baltimore Raven James Ihedigbo is the 2025 Influencer for Former Pro Athlete MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,653 Reads 192 Shares
The development deal with the healthy fast-food brand calls for at least 10 new units
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,158 Reads 2 Shares
Grady Hinchman's idea for a membership program helped him win the 2025 Innovation Award MVP
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,342 Reads 4 Shares
Service brand deals continue to grow through the beginning of June
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,642 Reads 5 Shares
Restaurants located in high-traffic areas such as airports, hospitals, and office buildings can attract a consistent customer base 
  • Cody Pepper
  • 1,743 Reads 5 Shares
Tips from a franchisee on how to build a franchise that thrives over the long run
  • Rich Rogers
  • 2,097 Reads 7 Shares
Some niche concepts require specific considerations during the site selection process
  • Jordan Levine
  • 2,297 Reads 8 Shares
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Service-based franchises rely less on equipment and imports subject to tariff price increases
  • Robert Morris
  • 2,212 Reads 9 Shares
Jessica Vogel, co-founder of Scenthound, blends creative vision with strategy to revolutionize dog wellness through preventive care and a strong brand presence.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 2,378 Reads 3 Shares
US reciprocal tariffs impact global supply chains, forcing franchisees to adapt with new strategies and supplier shifts.
  • Joyce Mazero, Josh Goldberg, and Alissa Chase
  • 2,573 Reads 5 Shares
Kamille McCollum, president & CBO of Bodybar Pilates, drives brand growth, empowers franchisees, and leads with passion for fitness and business success.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,888 Reads 3 Shares
Increased popularity with service-based franchises, wellness-focused concepts, and sustainability-driven businesses give many options outside the food and hospitality industry
  • Drew Chalfant
  • 2,540 Reads 4 Shares
After struggling with intense workouts, Rachel Katzman found functional fitness, inspiring her to create Pvolve--a growing franchise revolutionizing movement.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 4,769 Reads 7 Shares
Heather "The Hero" Hudson, COO of Striking Brands, co-founded 9Round, the world's largest kickboxing fitness franchise, driven by passion, grit, and resilience.
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 2,347 Reads 5 Shares
Franchisors must be able to customize their products and services to the local preferences of a foreign market
  • Bob Kaufman
  • 3,294 Reads 121 Shares
Our March roundup of international franchise news travels to China, Dominican Republic, England, India, Qatar, and Scandinavia.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,099 Reads 4 Shares
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