Industry News

Dyaco Europe Appoints Michael Bülter as Sales Director Commercial to Drive Expansion Across Fitness and Medical Rehabilitation Sectors

In response to the growing convergence of the European fitness, prevention, and healthcare markets, Dyaco Europe has officially announced a key executive appointment: effective September 1, 2026, industry veteran Michael…

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Decathlon set to buy 50% of Sport 2000 France to expand ski resort presence

Decathlon, the world’s largest sporting-goods retailer, has struck at the one part of the French market it has never managed to dominate: the mountains. On Monday, the Lille-based group announced…

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South Korea Elevates Sports Medicine Standard with Nation’s First 80cm Wide-Bore MRI for Elite Athletes

The Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC) has officially unveiled state-of-the-art magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment at the Jincheon National Training Center Medical Center. The milestone installation introduces South Korea’s…

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Weekly Post

Fitness Equipment Industry Weekly News – August 31, 2026

Executive Summary: This week’s global fitness equipment industry news highlights significant international trade gatherings, strategic retail partnerships, product launches, regulatory enforcement, and corporate M&A activity. In China, the 7th Shandong…

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Impulse Fitness Expands ECP Evolution Curve Series Across Latin America

China’s Equipment manufacturer Impulse Fitness is expanding the availability of its ECP Evolution Curve Series across Latin America. The strength training line is primarily tailored for commercial gyms and sports…

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The 7th Shandong Sports Goods Expo Concludes Successfully, Creating a New Hub for International Procurement and Industry Synergy

LINYI, China,  August 29 — The three-day 7th Shandong Sports Goods Expo (hereinafter referred to as the “Shandong Sports Expo”) successfully concluded today at the Linyi International Expo Center. Jointly…

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Market Insights

What Peloton’s Dismissed Securities Fraud Lawsuit Teaches Us About Corporate Disclosure and Investor Protection

Executive Summary A major federal securities fraud class action against Peloton Interactive, Inc. and its executive leadership has been dismissed. U.S. District Judge Andrew L. Carter Jr. of the Southern…

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Johnson Fitness & Wellness Partners with Nike Strength to Fuel Global Resistance Training Boom

Driven by surging consumer and commercial demand for strength training solutions, Johnson Fitness & Wellness (JFW)—the world’s largest specialty fitness retailer and retail division of Johnson Health Tech—has announced a…

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HUR Group Expands into Commercial Gym Market with Launch of pneumatic strength technology VOA Fitness

Finnish strength equipment specialist HUR Group has announced the launch of VOA Fitness, a new commercial fitness brand designed to bring advanced pneumatic strength technology into mainstream commercial gyms, spas,…

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Escalade Expands Outdoor & Fitness Manufacturing Footprint via Acquisition of Pet Products Maker ASL Solutions

Escalade, Inc. has acquired the assets of ASL Solutions, a Ste. Marie, Illinois-based manufacturer specializing in insulated dog and cat houses and companion pet accessories. The acquisition adds high-durability rotational…

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Anta Sports’ Revenues Climb 13 Percent in Half, Boosted by Descente, Kolon Sport

Anta Sports Products Ltd. reported revenue in the first half grew 12.9 percent year on year to RMB43.51 billion ($6.39 bn), led by a 44.2 percent surge in its All…

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Oura Targets $16B+ IPO, Igniting the Smart Ring War: Can China’s Impulse Edge Into the Global Market?

In the evolution of wearable technology, smart rings were once viewed as a niche gadget with limited appeal. However, as recent reports from Bloomberg indicate that smart ring pioneer Oura…

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Amazon Forms Global Partnership with Hyrox Fitness Series

Amazon is reporting that it signed an agreement to become an “official partner” for the Hyrox fitness competition series, which includes dedicated Hyrox storefronts, curated Amazon Music playlists and on-site…

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Fitness Equipment Industry Weekly News – August 26, 2026

This week’s industry roundup highlights significant consolidation, global network expansions, and macro-level market shifts across the global fitness sector. In Europe,  Elina Pilates launched a new digital platform serving both…

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Press Releases

Elina Pilates Launches Elina Online Studio, Expanding Offerings with a Versatile Digital Platform

Elina Pilates, a global leader specializing in premium Pilates equipment and accessories, has officially announced the launch of Elina Online Studio, its new digital training platform designed to make Pilates…

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Press Releases

Celsius Inks Exclusive Energy Drink Partnership with SoulCycle to Expand Fitness Footprint

Energy drink giant Celsius has officially secured a national partnership with premier boutique indoor cycling brand SoulCycle, designating Celsius as the studio’s exclusive energy drink category partner. The agreement places…

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Press Releases

Wellness Solutions Accelerates B2B Growth Driven by Surging Demand for Professional Fitness Equipment in Romania

Bucharest, Romania — Wellness Solutions, a leading distributor of professional fitness equipment and integrated wellness solutions in Romania, continues its B2B expansion into 2026, driven by strong demand from gym…

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KingSmith Expands Home Fitness Lineup with the Global Launch of the WalkingPad G5i Foldable Incline Treadmill

KingSmith, the China-based innovator behind the globally recognized WalkingPad brand, has announced the official launch of the G5i—the company’s first foldable treadmill featuring a fully powered incline. Engineered to resolve…

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Impulse Launches Hainan Base and AI Smart Ring, Signing Strategic Agreements to Drive Global Ecosystem

On August 24, Impulse—a leading Chinese fitness equipment manufacturer headquartered in Qingdao—officially launched its Smart Fitness and Wellness Equipment R&D and Manufacturing Base project in Hainan, China. During the event,…

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China Sporting Goods Exports Up 5.64% in H1 2026: Driven by Volume Growth Amid Price Pressures, Category Trends Diverge

BEIJING — China’s sporting goods exports maintained upward momentum in the first half of 2026, driven by a strong second-quarter recovery. However, the sector faced noticeable margin pressures characterized by…

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7 Days, 866 km! Brazilian Ultramarathoner Breaks World Record on a “Made in China” Treadmill

On August 9, 2026, 55-year-old Brazilian female ultrarunner Débora Simas pushed human endurance to new limits at a shopping mall in Florianópolis, Brazil. Over seven days (168 consecutive hours), she…

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FIBO Arabia 2026 Canceled and Postponed to 2027 Amid Middle East Geopolitical Tensions

Event organizer RX has officially canceled FIBO Arabia 2026, which was scheduled to take place at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center in Saudi Arabia from September 8–10. The…

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