Escape Your Limits & LIFTS

LIFTS Episode 83 - FISA Insights, Tariffs, Trends & Planet Fitness Growth with Sal Pellegrino


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Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories.

In this episode, Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal sit down with Sal Pellegrino, Executive Director of FISA, to uncover key trends shaping the fitness industry. From Gen Z’s influence on gym design to tariffs and global supply chain issues, this conversation delivers actionable insights for club operators, suppliers, and fitness professionals.

Topics include:

  • Origins and purpose of FISA.
  • Key insights from the FISA Trend Report.
  • Why Gen Z is reshaping gym design.
  • Strength training vs. cardio trends post-pandemic.
  • Impact of tariffs on fitness equipment pricing.
  • Growth and strategies behind Planet Fitness.
  • The influence of technology, AI, and social media.
  • Future predictions for gym models and wellness hubs.

👉 Learn more about Sal Pellegrino:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/salpellegrino/

👉 Learn more about FISA 2025 Fitness Trends Report:

https://fisana.org/market-trend-reports/2025s-top-fitness-trends/

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0:00 – Introduction

0:39 – About FISA and Its Mission

8:58 – Gen Z’s Impact on Fitness

15:00 – Tariffs and Supply Chain Challenges

25:00 – Planet Fitness Growth Story

34:54 – Echelon and Tech in Fitness

39:10 – Influencers, AI & Trends

45:00 – Biohacking and Wellness Hubs

50:00 – Final Takeaways

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