All Things Fitness and Wellness

HFA Show 2026: What Actually Mattered for the Fitness Industry

Krissy Vann

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What actually stood out at HFA this year… and what does it mean for the fitness industry heading into 2026?

In this special edition of the All Things Fitness and Wellness podcast, Krissy Vann is joined by Liz Clark, President and CEO of the Health & Fitness Association, and Mike Goscinski to break down the biggest takeaways from the HFA Show.

From the industry stepping into the “big leagues” to the growing role of alignment across operators, suppliers, and partners, this conversation unpacks what’s real, what’s changing, and where opportunities are emerging.
If you were at HFA, this is your debrief. If you weren’t, this is what mattered.

Topics include:
• The biggest themes from HFA 2026
• Where the industry is gaining momentum
• What alignment actually looks like across the ecosystem
• Opportunities operators should be paying attention to now
• What this means for the future of fitness
Stay fit, stay informed, and keep your fitness business in shape.