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The fitness industry is booming, with one in five Americans having a gym membership and 5 billion visits to the gym last year.

We talk to successful multi-unit operators constantly here at Franchise Update Media.

Franchisors expanding internationally should avoid using a one-size-fits-all strategy and instead tailor their approach to the local market and customer needs.

The list is compiled annually, and this year’s list surveyed more than 30,000 franchisees from 310 franchise brands.

Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 ranks top brands like McDonald's and Planet Fitness.

Successful multi-unit operators share their insights on making key business decisions, including hiring the right people and investing in growth opportunities.

Several fitness franchises experience exponential growth, citing the CDC in their efforts to entice new customers and promote healthy lifestyles.

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa was named one of the top 200 franchises in the US by Franchise Times, based on global systemwide sales.

United PF Partners, the largest Planet Fitness franchisee, acquires 19 more clubs, expanding its portfolio to 108 locations.

Franchise owners are expanding, and new investors are eyeing the franchise world due to its strong growth and economic conditions.

A private equity firm invests in 52 Club Planet Fitness franchisee Taymax North America.

Planet Fitness has announced the financial results of its second quarter.

A multi-unit operator has signed a deal for 10 Crunch fitness clubs to open in several Southeast states, expanding their business in the region.

Fast-growing ZIPS Dry Cleaners often draws comparisons to Planet Fitness for shaking up an industry with a same-day, one-price model.

Smoothie King signs a 60-unit development deal to grow in Florida, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky.

Blink Fitness signs five-unit deal with franchise veteran Dean Panos.

Indianapolis-based PLNTF Holdings, a company whose subsidiary, PF Indy, operates Planet Fitness locations, acquired 14 more of the brand's units in the Alabama and Virginia markets.

Planet Fitness franchisee group, PLNTF Holdings, acquires 14 clubs in Alabama and Virginia, becoming the brand's largest franchisee with 29 clubs.

The fitness industry is growing, with 54 million Americans working out and the average number of visits per club at an all-time high.

First-time franchisees should invest wisely in marketing and hiring, and focus on employee retention to build a successful franchise.

Planet Fitness announces opening of first club in Monterrey, Mexico

Kevin Kelly, a decorated fighter pilot and franchisee, credits his military experience for his strategic focus on big-picture thinking in his multi-unit franchise business.

Franchises such as Planet Fitness depend on smart messaging to sustain their momentum, including localized marketing campaigns.

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