PureGym’s Rebecca Passmore, Karl Sanft from 24 Hour Fitness and SATS’ Sondre Gravir are among the line up of industry leaders to share their opinions on a range of subjects, including whether cardio is making a comeback and where the recovery trend will go

Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximise shareholder value, which include a sale, merger, or another strategic or financial transaction.

Xponential Fitness says it has settled two major cases out of court as it seeks to wipe the slate clean, following several years facing litigation from multiple US agencies.

The president of Club Pilates outlines plans for expansion and explains the launch of the athletic-based Circuit concept

US boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has completed the divestiture of another brand – this time it’s Lindora the metabolic health business.

Two brands owned by Xponential Fitness – Club Pilates and Pure Barre – have partnered with Midi Health, a virtual clinic dedicated to supporting women in midlife.

Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness struck an optimistic tone when releasing its Q2 results, introducing Mike Nuzzo as CEO and reiterating plans to focus on core brands.

Xponential Fitness has offloaded two more of its brands – indoor cycling concept, CycleBar and boxing brand, Rumble, which it bought in 2021, with both being snapped up by Extraordinary Brands on terms that have not been disclosed.

The franchise segment is a fast moving and dynamic part of the industry. Kath Hudson rounds up some of the major deals and developments of the last 12 months, including former Xponential Fitness CEO, Anthony Geisler, arriving back on the scene.

Global boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has posted a net loss of US$98.7 million for the full year and is re-stating its 2023 financial position. This was against a profit of US$37.5 million in 2023.

Boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has bolstered its senior leadership team with four new appointments, following the departure of key personnel last year.

President of Xponential Fitness, Sarah Luna, has left the company – one of the world’s leading franchisors of health and fitness brands – her last day was Friday, 13 December.

Xponential Fitness has posted losses of US$18 million for Q3 2024 – up from US$5.2 million in the prior year period – in spite of increasing sales and revenues.

Private equity company, L Catterton, is acquiring a majority stake in Pilates operator, Solidcore, from VMG Partners, Peterson Partners and Kohlberg & Company, valuing the company at US$700 million.

Xponential Fitness has appointed sales and franchise expert, Mark King, as CEO, to take the company forward following Anthony Geisler’s abrupt exit in May.

Appointed president of Xponential Fitness in 2021 at the age of 34, Luna talks about life and the industry experiences that have helped to shape her and her career

US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of John Kersh as managing director of international development.

John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with the company – seven of the driving international growth across multiple brands and the best part of a year with Pure Barre.

The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded by Emmy Award-winning dancer, Julianne Hough, the brand started as a dance and fitness platform.

As Xponential buys two new brands, Kate Cracknell talks to the CEO about keeping the portfolio on track and optimising the opportunity

Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchisor of boutique fitness brands, has announced the opening of its milestone 3,000th studio – a CycleBar in Loveland, Colorado – with more expansion in the pipeline, as well as the planned acquisition of an eleventh brand.

The 2023 IHRSA Global Report reveals a positive long-term outlook for the industry, as operators navigate challenges and embrace growth. Jeff Solsby reports

Xponential Fitness has signed a deal to become the official fitness partner of the Los Angeles Rams NFL team.

Xponential Fitness is expanding the selection of digital workouts it provides to Lululemon Studio, increasing the number of branded workouts on the retailer's digital fitness platform.

Xponential Fitness is launching its digital platform, Xponential+, on all LG Electronics Smart TVs globally.

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Xponential Fitness reported a 58 per cent increase in revenue for 2022 to US$245m, in a year during which it saw 511 new studio openings across its franchised estate globally and sold 1,026 franchise licenses.

German fitness operator, Life Fit Group, led by Martin Seibold, has snapped Loft Holding GmbH and its fitness brand Fitness Loft. The company has also announced it has gone through a refinancing process by way of increasing its existing bond facility which will conclude before the year end.

Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for brands Rumble, Club Pilates, StretchLab and CycleBar. The deal will see at least eight studios open in Kuwait in ten years with additional openings possible, depending on market conditions.

Lululemon has released a new digital service, Lululemon Studio, for which the prerequisite to join is owning a Mirror fitness screen.