by Elizabeth Studebaker | Oct 29, 2026 | Featured, Resources & Best Practices, Uncategorized
Leaders across our network recently gathered for our second annual Active University under the rallying theme “Nurture and Grow.” Over three collaborative days, site managers and executive leadership stepped away from day-to-day operations to examine industry trends,...
by Elizabeth Studebaker | Jul 15, 2026 | Active Aging, Design, Resources & Best Practices
Image courtesy of RDG Planning The landscape of modern active aging and senior living development is undergoing a profound structural shift. For decades, fitness and rehabilitation spaces dedicated to aging populations felt distinctly sterile. Cold fluorescent...
by Elizabeth Studebaker | Jun 18, 2026 | Independent Club Operators, Management, Resources & Best Practices, Wellness Centers
In today’s fitness and wellness landscape, cutting-edge equipment and high-end amenities are no longer enough to differentiate a facility. Modern members expect more than simple access; they demand genuine connection, expert professionalism, and an environment where...
by Elizabeth Studebaker | Apr 2, 2026 | Featured, Management, Resources & Best Practices
Today’s workplace operates in a state of constant disruption. Volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, the “VUCA” environment, is no longer a temporary condition; it is the baseline for our business. In the fitness space, this shows up in real ways:...
by Elizabeth Studebaker | Mar 23, 2026 | Design, Resources & Best Practices, Technology
Our leadership team recently returned from this year’s HFA Show in San Diego with a clear takeaway: the industry has moved past “fitness” as a standalone offering. We’re now firmly in the era of the integrated wellness ecosystem, where every piece of...
by activewell | Jan 14, 2026 | Active Aging, Case Studies, Featured, Healthy Life Tips, Resources & Best Practices, Technology, Wellness Centers, Workplace Amenities
By the Active Wellness Team Brain health and cognitive fitness have quickly become some of the fastest-growing areas in health and wellness, and for good reason. People want to live long lives, but many are realizing that longevity without quality of life isn’t the...
