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Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Yes, You Can Build Muscle in Group Fitness Classes—As Long As You Follow These 5 Tips
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." More and more guys are embracing group fitness. Why? Because group classes deliver science-backed muscle-building and cardio-enhancing tactics. Not sure how to get the most out of the new group fitness scene? We've got everything you need right MY FIVE years of teaching group fitness, I've taught over 1,500 classes—and thousands of people. With a fascination for exercise science and a knack for public speaking, it was only a matter of time before I fell into the realm of group fitness. And the first few months (years, even), I was locked into newlywed bliss: the energy of the room captivated me every single time I stepped out onto the floor, and watching my clients progress fulfilled me. But the more classes I taught, the more I realized group fitness had (many!) flaws. One-size-fits-all programming just couldn't serve my clients as well as truly customized workouts did. Sloppy programming prioritized getting sweatier instead of getting stronger. And class sizes ballooned, going from around 25 when I started to nearly 40 just a few weeks ago, which, at times, has left me feeling overwhelmed. But those growing class sizes have taught me a lesson, too: Tons of people get inspired to move thanks to group fitness every single day. So there are plenty of benefits here, too. Classes like Solidcore, Burn Bootcamp, and F45 Training deliver some serious positives that solo training could never mimic. The energy can push you to try harder on days you're just not feeling it, and the community you build just might get you excited to fitness more and more (like more challenging weights or sneak in that extra rep you didn't know you had in you) for years to come. And here's the good news: group fitness keeps getting better. Programs are getting smarter with their programming (Life Time's Alpha classes have you do three-month strength blocks, just like I program for my one-on-one clients), and trainers are getting more and more helpful continuing education to better serve members. So if you're a longtime boutique fitness studio member or ClassPass subscriber, stick with it. And get this: With a few small tweaks, you can get even more mileage out of your group fitness habit. Just make these 5 changes—and watch the gains really pile up. And if you're ever in New York City, maybe I'll catch you in one of my classes. Because no, I haven't left. All those positives keep me coming back for more, too. Be Vocal With Your Coach It might feel nice to blend in with the crowd, but you're missing out on a ton by not introducing yourself to your coach. Show up to a new class 15 to 20-minutes early, and have a discussion about your fitness journey, and what your fitness goals are with your new coach. They'll be able to help adjust the workout to your needs. For example, if you landed in my class and told me you've never picked up a barbell in your life, I'll take the time to give you a better break down of those barbell front squats we're doing in class—something I might breeze over for everyone else for sake of time. If you don't tell me until we're mid-class, I might have to give you an abridged version of that talk so I can continue helping others who might need it. Progress Yourself The long-term issue with group fitness: You never know when to pick up a heavier load. I'll see the same client pick up the same set of 30s for a dumbbell bench press for three months in a row, even though every single time they pick them up they cruise through the set, form unbroken. Your trainer might give some insight as to when you should go up, they also have 20+ other people in the class to worry about, so they might not clock it every single time. Your move: track progressions yourself. If you can do all your reps of an exercise without breaking form two weeks in a row (or survive an entire interval without feeling fatigued until the final 5 seconds), go up 2 to 5 pounds for an upper-body move, like biceps curls or overhead presses, or 5 to 10 pounds for lower body moves, like goblet squats or kettlebell reverse lunges. Finding a great gym buddy helps this too. Find a friend who goes to the same class you do most days, and keep each other accountable for leveling up. Sometimes peer pressure is a good thing. Un-Complicate Things Group fitness classes are notorious for pointless combo moves (think squats to curls to overhead presses). These might make you sweat, but they don't build strength—or forge good form. Your play here: Ditch the combo (yes, really. Your coach will get over it. Trust me). Instead, focus on the most challenging exercise in the combo and just do reps of that. If you really want to work on your overhead presses, nix the squat and curl—and tell your instructor you just want to focus on one thing at a time. Trust me, your coach gets it too (and probably didn't want to program that silly combo move anyway. It probably came from someone in corporate who doesn't know you, and is trying to program for everyone.) Mix it Up, But Not Too Much If you're a regular at your local CrossFit box, or have been hitting pilates five days a week, it's worth picking up something else once or twice a week to supplement. Why? Because the key to an effective program is to mix up the way you move. Variety allows you to move your body in all the ways it can. A Crossfitter can always benefit from once a week yoga, and a Pilates connoisseur can always benefit from some OrangeTheory or Cyclebar cardio. Then again, too much variety means you'll never be able to progress anything. So, if you're a serial class jumper, find a class you enjoy and do it twice or three times a week. My recommendation: Aim for at least two classes a week focused on strength, one focused on cardio. Prioritizing strength will benefit your movement long-term, preventing injury and promoting function as you get older. And sure, I understand that having enough group memberships to make this happen can be pricey. But services like ClassPass can help. Even big box gyms like Life Time have a ton of classes they might be included in your membership. Think Beyond What's 'Hot' Yes, bumping speakers and fancy lighting can get you hyped -- but don't let those things distract you from what really matters to your fitness goals. If a class has 40 people in a room and just one trainer, especially if you're just starting your fitness journey, you won't truly get the instruction you need to max out your gains. Allow yourself to be picky. Read class descriptions online and snoop Instagrams to gauge programming and size. (Pro tip: dig into a class's IG stories, too. That's where you'll get more of the uncurated IRL scenes from classes to understand how it truly works). And never forget: A single visit isn't a commitment. Didn't get the instruction you needed? Even if it is the hottest trend in fitness, you don't need to go back. There are some really great, useful classes out there. Focus your energies there. You Might Also Like The Best Hair Growth Shampoos for Men to Buy Now 25 Vegetables That Are Surprising Sources of Protein
Fox News
20-07-2025
- Health
- Fox News
People are using vibration plates for weight loss: Do they work?
A new fitness fad is all about catching a vibe. Vibrating plates, or vibration plate machines, have been trending on social media as a potentially effective method for losing weight and burning fat. The fitness device uses whole-body vibration to stimulate the muscles, according to a medically reviewed guide by WebMD. The constant contracting and relaxing of the muscles through vibration is also said to help improve strength, flexibility, circulation and bone mass. Vibration treatment can also decrease post-exercise muscle soreness and lower levels of stress hormones like cortisol, according to WebMD. "But always check with your doctor before you use them," the guide noted. "They're no substitute for the basics of good health, like regular exercise and a healthy diet." Vibration machines can sometimes be found at gyms, but have become popularized for at-home use. Nic Wilson, a fitness trainer at F45 Training in Hollwood, California, confirmed in an interview with Fox News Digital that vibration plates can improve muscle activation by forcing the muscles to "contract more frequently," which could help with strength, balance and coordination. Even short, 10- to 15-minute sessions can provide benefits, according to Wilson, making the plates appealing to those who have busy schedules or are looking for low-impact options. Some studies have also suggested that vibration training may support improved bone density, especially in older adults or people with limited mobility, according to the expert. Wilson did note that there are some limitations to vibration training, including the fact that they don't burn a large amount of calories. "While they can enhance muscle activation, vibration plates alone are not a high-calorie-burning workout and won't replace traditional cardio or strength training for weight loss or conditioning," he told Fox News Digital. "It's not yet clear if whole-body vibration provides the same range of health benefits as exercise you actively engage in." The fitness expert also stressed that this method of exercise is not for everyone. "People with certain medical conditions — [like] joint issues, pregnancy or cardiovascular problems — should consult a healthcare professional, as the vibrations can potentially aggravate these [circumstances]." A Mayo Clinic forum on whole-body vibration noted that while advocates back these benefits, comprehensive research is "lacking." "It's not yet clear if whole-body vibration provides the same range of health benefits as exercise you actively engage in, such as walking, biking or swimming," the clinic wrote. For more Health articles, visit "Some research does show that whole-body vibration may help improve muscle strength and that it may help with weight loss when you also cut back on calories." Other research has shown that whole-body vibration, performed appropriately under medical supervision, could help reduce back pain, lower blood pressure and improve cognitive function. Those interested in trying the alternative therapy should consult with a medical professional to ensure safe usage.
The Age
09-06-2025
- Business
- The Age
What collapse? How F45 Australia is plotting a comeback
Halfway into 2022, the world's fastest growing fitness empire began making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Barely 12 months had passed since a beaming Mark Wahlberg was photographed with F45 Training co-founder and chief executive Adam Gilchrist at the New York Stock Exchange, where the company soared to a $US1.6 billion ($2.5 billion) valuation and $US16 share price. Suddenly, Gilchrist was stepping down, and 110 employees were being laid off. Profit and revenue forecasts had been slashed. The share price plunged. A few months later, David Beckham – an ambassador for the brand – launched a lawsuit against it. In July 2023, F45 admitted to 'material errors' in financial figures that wound up being losses of $US372 million. F45 delisted from the NYSE the following month. In Australia, F45 studios were hitting the market or closing. Since then, life has moved on, but the narrative of imminent collapse has stuck. 'A lot of people are surprised when they find out I have an open F45,' said Danielle Tuifua, who owns a studio in Sydney's coastal suburb of Dee Why. 'It all did get into a lot of people's heads that F45 was going under and closing everywhere and all that,' she said. 'They're still everywhere.' Turning over a new leaf and distancing itself from its tumultuous history of hanging onto survival is a key focus, and challenge, for the fitness chain's new management. At the helm of F45 in Australia and Asia Pacific is Adrian Furminger, who took on the general manager role a year ago after undertaking some of his own due diligence. He found that F45 was still a household name and still the leading brand in the functional group fitness sector. 'You hear the stories, like 'we're collapsing'. It's just not true,' he said. 'We still have over 200 studios across Australia. Globally, [we have] over 1500 studios. I mean, that's a massive success story. We just need to shift the narrative a little bit.' Inside the rise and fall of F45 From 2015 to 2021, few fitness chains could rival F45's hype, fuelled by Hollywood celebrities brought on to spruik the 45-minute sessions that combined high-intensity interval training, circuit training, and functional strength movements. Setting a target of 23,000 studios around the world, the empire was going to be ' bigger than McDonald's '. 'Investors could buy a gym and it would probably make money, and they probably didn't have to do much. The model was that good,' said Peter Day, a director of F45 Seaforth on Sydney's northern beaches and long-time franchisee. For local operators, the wheels started falling off once Gilchrist and co-founder Rob Deutsch – who each pocketed $US50 million in cash when Wahlberg and his investment vehicle MWIG bought a stake in 2019 – started turning their attention to overseas expansion. As part of its IPO ambitions, F45 moved its headquarters to Austin, Texas. A lot of staff went with it. Loading Communication and oversight dropped off some time after, multiple current and former franchisees said. 'More resources were getting thrown at the new studios being open in the US,' said Day. 'When you grow too quickly, you're making mistakes along the way because you probably haven't got tight processes in place,' said Stuart Maltese, who owns two studios in Melbourne's St Kilda. During that period, Tuifua noticed fewer check-ins on compliance. 'If you needed help, you would have to kick up a bit of a stink to get it.' Another fitness industry source, who requested anonymity to speak freely, described the explosion of studios as a 'house of cards'. Community-centred events, such as the F45 Playoffs – popular 10-minute fitness competitions held on Manly and Bondi beaches and accompanied by thumping electronic music and cheerleaders – dropped off. Some of the very celebrities who contributed to F45's success turned on it: Beckham and golfer Greg Norman sued, and ultimately settled with, F45 for breaching contract terms to pay out shares for the endorsement. In the pursuit of growth, F45 had oversold territories. Dozens of investor-owners who bought into the hype had purchased one or several studios thinking it would be an easy business investment, but hadn't built a strong enough community or the know-how to withstand lockdowns. The pandemic decimated dozens of gyms, F45 or otherwise, particularly those in the CBD. In the headlines, shuttered F45 studios were being linked to the turmoil unfolding in the US. 'A lot of them started to close down because they didn't have that heartbeat in the area. They didn't have that focus you need to run a business,' said Day. The negative media attention was a distraction from what was otherwise business as usual, he added. 'Mark Wahlberg, David Beckham, it doesn't matter. What [members] care about is, is it going to be good for them tomorrow? Are there going to be good trainers? Are they going to get welcomed by the name when they come in?' Members would ask trainers and studio owners what was going on in the US. 'I'd just say, it doesn't affect your burpees,' said Tuifua. F45, still headquartered in Texas, has been led by early investor Tom Dowd since March 2023. He has been openly critical of the team led by Gilchrist and Deutsch, whom he said were 'behaving like cowboys'. The pair drove F45's meteoric rise – and subsequent crash – based on projections F45 could sustain the breakneck rate of signing on 1000 new studios a year. 'People have questions, which is perfectly natural,' said Furminger. 'The best way to keep confidence is not to shy away from those questions. It's actually to lean into them and have the conversation and be as open and as transparent as we can, and genuinely, put our hands up and say, 'You're right. This has happened.' ' Has the company really stabilised? 'Marketing's doubled,' said Tuifua. 'I've got 50 or 60 more members than I had this time last year at Dee Why.' Seaforth's membership numbers, over 250, are at an all-time high. 'They've just [made] really smart, logical decisions,' Day said of F45's current leadership. The studio director and three-time Playoffs champion said he had turned down approaches from two rivals to switch brands for free and believes the fitness brand is more proactive than people realised, pointing to the volume of recipes, customised meal plans and innovation in the company's workouts. 'Yes, F45 took a hit, but they are still by a long shot the market leaders in this space,' he said. 'I think in 10 years' time, the brand which everyone will still know is F45.' 'The right to grow' At its peak, F45 had more than 600 studios in Australia. More than half of those have closed. 'That's a consolidation. We're actually OK with that,' said Furminger. 'We have to earn the right to grow, and in earning the right to grow, part of that process is to ensure that we have a strong performing network. That's where our primary focus is at the moment, to ensure that every one of our franchisees is performing well and making money,' he said. Furminger envisions reopening in locations that used to have an F45 studio. 'Will there be an opportunity for us to expand our network size in the future? Absolutely, 100 per cent.' As the pandemic reshaped workout habits, F45's highly publicised fall from grace left room for competitors such as Body Fit Training (BFT) to capture market share in the group fitness space. F45's response to the Pilates boom has been to launch FS8, a 45-minute group workout concept like its predecessor that is lower impact by blending Pilates, yoga and toning exercises. FS8's growth so far has been slow and stuttered, despite a high-profile launch with Australian surfer Mick Fanning, whose plan to open a studio in Byron Bay never materialised. The Manly studio, where Fanning announced the launch of FS8, has closed. As F45 battled a wall of bad publicity, the company initially tried to convince existing studio owners to embrace FS8, which Maltese said appealed to a very different market. 'It has its own identity that is still trying to find its way,' he said. Shaking off the past won't be easy. F45 is facing at least two class action lawsuits in the US, brought by law firms Barrack, Rodos & Bacine and Rosen Law Firm, for being misleading in its IPO documents that it said contained 'material misstatements and omissions'. F45 had floated on projections of signing on more franchisees who would own several studios rather than 'single-unit' owners, but didn't tell the market it was offering better payment terms to multi-unit franchisees, the class action complaints state. F45 declined to comment on legal matters. It will be hard for new management to avoid the shadow of Gilchrist, who was technically listed as bankrupt between 2011 and 2014, the period when F45 was founded, and departed the business with a $10 million golden handshake. Profit margins are being squeezed by fierce competition and cost-of-living pressures. Operating costs such as rent, staff, cleaning, maintenance and other bills have risen by 30 to 40 per cent over eight years, said Day. Franchisees pointed to some of F45's recent partnerships, which include Red Bull, fitness competition Hyrox, Strava and Kourtney Kardashian's wellness brand Poosh, as signs the brand was recovering. 'I think with all the marketing and all the new things we're doing, [F45] is definitely making a comeback,' Tuifua said.
Sydney Morning Herald
09-06-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
What collapse? How F45 Australia is plotting a comeback
Halfway into 2022, the world's fastest growing fitness empire began making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Barely 12 months had passed since a beaming Mark Wahlberg was photographed with F45 Training co-founder and chief executive Adam Gilchrist at the New York Stock Exchange, where the company soared to a $US1.6 billion ($2.5 billion) valuation and $US16 share price. Suddenly, Gilchrist was stepping down, and 110 employees were being laid off. Profit and revenue forecasts had been slashed. The share price plunged. A few months later, David Beckham – an ambassador for the brand – launched a lawsuit against it. In July 2023, F45 admitted to 'material errors' in financial figures that wound up being losses of $US372 million. F45 delisted from the NYSE the following month. In Australia, F45 studios were hitting the market or closing. Since then, life has moved on, but the narrative of imminent collapse has stuck. 'A lot of people are surprised when they find out I have an open F45,' said Danielle Tuifua, who owns a studio in Sydney's coastal suburb of Dee Why. 'It all did get into a lot of people's heads that F45 was going under and closing everywhere and all that,' she said. 'They're still everywhere.' Turning over a new leaf and distancing itself from its tumultuous history of hanging onto survival is a key focus, and challenge, for the fitness chain's new management. At the helm of F45 in Australia and Asia Pacific is Adrian Furminger, who took on the general manager role a year ago after undertaking some of his own due diligence. He found that F45 was still a household name and still the leading brand in the functional group fitness sector. 'You hear the stories, like 'we're collapsing'. It's just not true,' he said. 'We still have over 200 studios across Australia. Globally, [we have] over 1500 studios. I mean, that's a massive success story. We just need to shift the narrative a little bit.' Inside the rise and fall of F45 From 2015 to 2021, few fitness chains could rival F45's hype, fuelled by Hollywood celebrities brought on to spruik the 45-minute sessions that combined high-intensity interval training, circuit training, and functional strength movements. Setting a target of 23,000 studios around the world, the empire was going to be ' bigger than McDonald's '. 'Investors could buy a gym and it would probably make money, and they probably didn't have to do much. The model was that good,' said Peter Day, a director of F45 Seaforth on Sydney's northern beaches and long-time franchisee. For local operators, the wheels started falling off once Gilchrist and co-founder Rob Deutsch – who each pocketed $US50 million in cash when Wahlberg and his investment vehicle MWIG bought a stake in 2019 – started turning their attention to overseas expansion. As part of its IPO ambitions, F45 moved its headquarters to Austin, Texas. A lot of staff went with it. Loading Communication and oversight dropped off some time after, multiple current and former franchisees said. 'More resources were getting thrown at the new studios being open in the US,' said Day. 'When you grow too quickly, you're making mistakes along the way because you probably haven't got tight processes in place,' said Stuart Maltese, who owns two studios in Melbourne's St Kilda. During that period, Tuifua noticed fewer check-ins on compliance. 'If you needed help, you would have to kick up a bit of a stink to get it.' Another fitness industry source, who requested anonymity to speak freely, described the explosion of studios as a 'house of cards'. Community-centred events, such as the F45 Playoffs – popular 10-minute fitness competitions held on Manly and Bondi beaches and accompanied by thumping electronic music and cheerleaders – dropped off. Some of the very celebrities who contributed to F45's success turned on it: Beckham and golfer Greg Norman sued, and ultimately settled with, F45 for breaching contract terms to pay out shares for the endorsement. In the pursuit of growth, F45 had oversold territories. Dozens of investor-owners who bought into the hype had purchased one or several studios thinking it would be an easy business investment, but hadn't built a strong enough community or the know-how to withstand lockdowns. The pandemic decimated dozens of gyms, F45 or otherwise, particularly those in the CBD. In the headlines, shuttered F45 studios were being linked to the turmoil unfolding in the US. 'A lot of them started to close down because they didn't have that heartbeat in the area. They didn't have that focus you need to run a business,' said Day. The negative media attention was a distraction from what was otherwise business as usual, he added. 'Mark Wahlberg, David Beckham, it doesn't matter. What [members] care about is, is it going to be good for them tomorrow? Are there going to be good trainers? Are they going to get welcomed by the name when they come in?' Members would ask trainers and studio owners what was going on in the US. 'I'd just say, it doesn't affect your burpees,' said Tuifua. F45, still headquartered in Texas, has been led by early investor Tom Dowd since March 2023. He has been openly critical of the team led by Gilchrist and Deutsch, whom he said were 'behaving like cowboys'. The pair drove F45's meteoric rise – and subsequent crash – based on projections F45 could sustain the breakneck rate of signing on 1000 new studios a year. 'People have questions, which is perfectly natural,' said Furminger. 'The best way to keep confidence is not to shy away from those questions. It's actually to lean into them and have the conversation and be as open and as transparent as we can, and genuinely, put our hands up and say, 'You're right. This has happened.' ' Has the company really stabilised? 'Marketing's doubled,' said Tuifua. 'I've got 50 or 60 more members than I had this time last year at Dee Why.' Seaforth's membership numbers, over 250, are at an all-time high. 'They've just [made] really smart, logical decisions,' Day said of F45's current leadership. The studio director and three-time Playoffs champion said he had turned down approaches from two rivals to switch brands for free and believes the fitness brand is more proactive than people realised, pointing to the volume of recipes, customised meal plans and innovation in the company's workouts. 'Yes, F45 took a hit, but they are still by a long shot the market leaders in this space,' he said. 'I think in 10 years' time, the brand which everyone will still know is F45.' 'The right to grow' At its peak, F45 had more than 600 studios in Australia. More than half of those have closed. 'That's a consolidation. We're actually OK with that,' said Furminger. 'We have to earn the right to grow, and in earning the right to grow, part of that process is to ensure that we have a strong performing network. That's where our primary focus is at the moment, to ensure that every one of our franchisees is performing well and making money,' he said. Furminger envisions reopening in locations that used to have an F45 studio. 'Will there be an opportunity for us to expand our network size in the future? Absolutely, 100 per cent.' As the pandemic reshaped workout habits, F45's highly publicised fall from grace left room for competitors such as Body Fit Training (BFT) to capture market share in the group fitness space. F45's response to the Pilates boom has been to launch FS8, a 45-minute group workout concept like its predecessor that is lower impact by blending Pilates, yoga and toning exercises. FS8's growth so far has been slow and stuttered, despite a high-profile launch with Australian surfer Mick Fanning, whose plan to open a studio in Byron Bay never materialised. The Manly studio, where Fanning announced the launch of FS8, has closed. As F45 battled a wall of bad publicity, the company initially tried to convince existing studio owners to embrace FS8, which Maltese said appealed to a very different market. 'It has its own identity that is still trying to find its way,' he said. Shaking off the past won't be easy. F45 is facing at least two class action lawsuits in the US, brought by law firms Barrack, Rodos & Bacine and Rosen Law Firm, for being misleading in its IPO documents that it said contained 'material misstatements and omissions'. F45 had floated on projections of signing on more franchisees who would own several studios rather than 'single-unit' owners, but didn't tell the market it was offering better payment terms to multi-unit franchisees, the class action complaints state. F45 declined to comment on legal matters. It will be hard for new management to avoid the shadow of Gilchrist, who was technically listed as bankrupt between 2011 and 2014, the period when F45 was founded, and departed the business with a $10 million golden handshake. Profit margins are being squeezed by fierce competition and cost-of-living pressures. Operating costs such as rent, staff, cleaning, maintenance and other bills have risen by 30 to 40 per cent over eight years, said Day. Franchisees pointed to some of F45's recent partnerships, which include Red Bull, fitness competition Hyrox, Strava and Kourtney Kardashian's wellness brand Poosh, as signs the brand was recovering. 'I think with all the marketing and all the new things we're doing, [F45] is definitely making a comeback,' Tuifua said.
Business Wire
29-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Recovery Made Easy: F45 Training Partners with Hyperice to Enhance Exercise Recovery Experience Globally
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- F45 Training Holdings Inc., a leading global fitness community specializing in innovative, functional group workouts that are fast, fun, and results-driven, proudly announced today its strategic partnership with Hyperice – the industry leader in high-performance wellness technology – to enhance the recovery experience for F45 Training members worldwide. Available in select F45 Training studios globally, members now have access to state-of-the-art Hyperice technology to help train more effectively, reduce muscle soreness, and accelerate recovery. Through F45 Training and Hyperice's shared commitment to supporting the member wellness journey, Hyperice's cutting-edge recovery tools – including Hypervolt percussive massage gun, Normatec dynamic air compression boots, Vyper vibrating foam roller and Hypersphere massage ball – will be available at select F45 Training studios globally, providing significant benefits to the warm-up and recovery process through compression, percussion and vibration massage, targeting muscle stiffness and soreness, improving circulation and increasing range of motion. 'At F45 Training, we know recovery is just as important as the workout itself. Training for overall wellness, longevity, and improved fitness levels requires a balanced approach that includes proper recovery to prevent injuries and enhance performance,' said Tom Dowd, CEO of FIT House of Brands. 'Scientific research supports that maximized recovery improves muscle function, increases flexibility and reduces the risk of injuries from overuse. By partnering with Hyperice, we are providing our members with more tools to train smarter and recover faster." 'Over time, we've seen consumers take an intentional approach to their overall wellness routine by investing in warm-up and recovery modalities that help improve their performance,' said Hyperice CEO, Jim Huether. 'We're excited to partner with F45 Training and combine their functional training with our best-in-class technology to prioritize warm up and recovery for their community of members.' F45 Training, rated the No. 1 gym chain in the U.S. by Men's Journal in 2023, combines elements of functional workouts and high-intensity interval training (HIIT), with members able to complete each of the workouts at their own pace. Thousands of functional movements make the workouts different each time and are a proven concept to help members achieve the best results. For more information on F45 Training's collaboration with Hyperice and to read testimonials, please visit or learn more on Facebook or Instagram. For more information on Hyperice, visit and learn more on Instagram, LinkedIn and X. About FIT FIT (Functional Inspired Training) House of Brands is a global fitness franchise company with a network of over 1,500 studios across over 55 countries. FIT provides franchisees with proven business models, operational support, and structured training programs across its house of brands: F45 Training: A global leader in functional fitness, offering 45-minute team-based workouts that combine strength, cardio, and scientifically backed programming to build strength, improve endurance, and enhance longevity. FS8: FS8 fuses Pilates, Tone, and Yoga into a seamless, low-impact workout. Built on eight science-backed elements, FS8 is designed to enhance strength, flexibility, and mental well-being. The experience is dynamic yet restorative, offering a fresh take on fitness in an inclusive, community-driven environment. VAURA Pilates: A sensory-driven reformer Pilates experience that blends precision and athletic training in an immersive environment. With neon lights, mirrored ceilings, and upbeat music, VAURA energizes both body and mind, creating a workout that feels as powerful as it is effective. Recovery: A suite of solutions, including cold plunge, infrared sauna, and percussion therapy, designed to optimize recovery and performance. FIT is committed to building a sustainable and scalable global franchise network that empowers people to move better, feel stronger, and live longer. For more information, visit or follow us on LinkedIn (@FunctionalInspiredTraining) and YouTube (@FunctionalInspiredTraining). About Hyperice Hyperice is a technology-driven company with a giant mission, to help everyone on Earth move and live better. For more than a decade, Hyperice has led a global movement at the confluence of recovery and wellness, specializing in percussion (Hypervolt line), dynamic air compression (Normatec line), vibration (Vyper and Hypersphere lines), thermal technology (Venom line), contrast therapy (Hyperice X) and mind technology (Core by Hyperice). Now, as a holistic high-performance wellness brand, Hyperice is designed for all - from the most elite athletes, leagues (PGA TOUR, UFC, IRONMAN and more) and teams to consumers everywhere looking to unlock the best version of themselves to help them move better. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Hyperice has applied its technology and know-how to industries including fitness, hospitality, healthcare, massage, physical therapy, sports performance, and workplace wellness on a global scale. Hyperice's transformative acquisitions of Normatec, RecoverX, and Core have helped to accelerate its innovation agenda as it enters its next stage of global growth. For more information, visit
