Bodybar Pilates Expands National Footprint with Eight New U.S. Studios in Q1
With a focus on high-demand markets for dynamic group fitness, Bodybar Pilates expanded its national footprint with eight new studios in the first quarter, bringing the total number of open locations to 54.
Road Runner Sports Selects Modern POS Platform from Aptos
With Aptos One, the fitness retailer will boost its customer engagement and omnichannel capabilities at its 50-plus store locations.
EXEC: Fila/Acushnet Parent Sees 4.6 Percent Growth in Q1
Korea-based Misto Holdings, formerly Fila Holdings Corp., reported sales were up 4.6 percent year-over-year in the first quarter as a strong performance of Acushnet, the parent of Titleist and FootJoy, offset ongoing softness at the Fila brand.
Nike’s Last Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer Heads to B&BW as CEO
Bath & Body Works has appointed Daniel Heaf as CEO. Most recently, he was Nike’s chief strategy and transformation officer since August 2023. Heaf left Nike in March 2025 after the company eliminated his position.
Helly Hansen and Canada Ocean Racing Partner for The Ocean Race
The global sailing brand will be the official clothing supplier to the team for The Ocean Race Europe in 2025, The Ocean Race Atlantic in 2026 and The Ocean Race around the world in 2027.
Xponential Founder and Former CEO Launches New Fitness Franchising Platform
Former Xponential Fitness Founder and CEO Anthony Geisler has launched an aptly-aimed new venture called Sequel Brands, described as a next-generation boutique fitness franchisor, has made its official debut, led by Geisler.
Crunch Fitness Franchisee Opens Florissant, Missouri Location
The new $5 million Crunch Florissant will be managed by the locally owned and operated Crunch Fitness franchisee, The Undefeated Tribe, and located in a former Gold’s Gym.
Planet Fitness’ Annual High School Summer Pass Program Returns
Teens can work out for free from June 1 through August 31 at 2,700-plus clubs nationwide, providing teens with the tools they need to develop healthy fitness habits that can last a lifetime.
Report Defines Where U.S. Shein and Temu Shoppers are Spending More After Tariff Hit
To identify where consumers are spending their money, Consumer Edge analyzed shoppers who made at least two purchases at Temu or Shein in January or February 2025 but no purchases in March or April.
Pickleball Kingdom Franchise to Open in Arkansas
The indoor pickleball franchise, announced that its first club will open in Little Rock, AR, in November 2025. The facility will span approximately 30,000 square feet and feature 11 professional-grade indoor courts.
Recover Creates Joint Venture for Recycled Cotton Fiber Production in Central America
The initiative is expected to simplify compliance with the UFLPA for U.S. textile and apparel manufacturers, while addressing the increasing demand for near-shoring.
Foot Locker’s Debt Ratings Placed Under Review Following Dick’s SG’s Offer
Moody’s Ratings placed all Foot Locker, Inc.’s debt ratings on review with direction uncertain following the announcement that Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Foot Locker for an enterprise value of approximately $2.5 billion.
TruGolf Holdings Builds in Q1, Eliminates Convertible Notes and Inks L.I. Franchisee
The three founders of TruGolf agreed to convert existing dividends owed to them into a combination of Class A common stock and Class B common stock. The ability for the noteholders to invest in further tranches of debt will be terminated, and upon the closing of these note exchange transactions, approximately $9.3 million in outstanding debt will be eliminated.
Miura Golf Mourns the Passing of Founder Katsuhiro Miura
A master craftsman of hand-forged golf irons known worldwide for their quality and performance, has passed away at 83. Under the supervision of Miura’s sons, Shinei and Yoshitaka, and grandson, Kokuse, Miura clubs continue to be designed and forged in the company’s factory in Himeji.
EXEC: Asics NA Q1 Gains Led by Perf Run and SportStyle as Global Asics Growth Rocks
The growth across the North America run specialty trade channel in Q1 was said to be due to the “significant demand” for the Novablast family of products, along with strong sales of two key legend models: the Gel-Cumulus and Gel-Nimbus.
