Technogym Supports 22 Public Gyms in Rio de Janeiro’s Disadvantaged Communities with Equipment Donation Technogym, an Official Equipment Supplier for the past six Olympic Games, including the most recent Rio Games, is pleased to announce the donation of 600 pieces of fitness equipment through the “Let’s Move for Rio” social campaign, supporting disadvantaged communities in Rio de Janeiro. Launched in July 2016, the “Let’s Move for Rio” campaign provided the opportunity for Olympic Athletes in Rio and fitness enthusiasts from across the world to donate Technogym equipment...

Inc. Magazine, recently named Fitness On Demand™ to its 35th annual list of fastest-growing privately held companies in America for the second consecutive year. Showing a 700% three-year sales growth, Fitness On Demand™ landed at #559 on the Inc. 5000 list and was named the #7 fastest-growing Minnesota Company. The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list of the nation’s most successful companies has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. “On average, the companies on the list have grown almost five-fold...

To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition, a “History of Exercise” video starring First Lady Michelle Obama and former Parks and Recreation star Nick Offerman was released to promote the importance of daily physical activity for all Americans. IHRSA, through its relationship with the President’s Council and the National Foundation on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition played a supporting role in helping to make the video, which underscores the fact that while fitness routines may have changed over the years, the importance of adopting...

Leading Indoor Cycling Brand Enhances Group Training Offering Life Fitness, recently announced that its parent company, Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), has completed its acquisition of Germany's Indoor Cycling Group (ICG), a leading provider of indoor cycling equipment. The intention to acquire the company was first announced in July, and was subject to review by the German competition authority, which has now been completed. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. ICG is the latest acquisition to join Life Fitness' leading health, fitness and well-being brand portfolio and further...

Mr. Reed was a pioneer in the martial arts and fitness industries.  He was the co-founder of American Tae Kwon Do Association (ATA) and founder of ASF Payment Solutions.  In retirement he started the Richard R. Reed Foundation, which is a private foundation that focuses on presenting grants to other non-profits that promote science and reason, as well as to help children and animals in need.  The foundation is privately funded and does not seek donations from the general public. His lifetime achievements and legacy will live on in both the ATA and ASF Payment Solutions, as these organizations...