Fitness & Training

Confex Hall at FIBO 2025: A New Hub for Innovation in Fitness, Health, and Technology

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 22, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 22, 2025 - Where Future-Forward Fitness Meets Technology and Innovation

FIBO 2025 is ushering in a new era of innovation and inspiration with the launch of the Confex Hall, a groundbreaking addition to the world’s leading trade show for fitness, health, and wellness. This new space highlights how artificial intelligence, smart technology, and digitalization are transforming the way we approach fitness and health—empowering both professionals and consumers with cutting-edge tools for better, more personalized wellness.

RX Female Award 2025: Honoring Women Who Shape the Future of Fitness and Wellness

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 13, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 13, 2025 - Celebrating Empowerment and Excellence at FIBO 2025

The RX Female Award is returning to FIBO 2025 with renewed purpose and passion, spotlighting extraordinary women in the fitness, wellness, and health industries. This prestigious award celebrates remarkable achievements and is dedicated to strengthening the visibility and influence of female leaders and rising stars in these growing sectors.

Held as part of the renowned FIBO trade show in Cologne, the award ceremony will take place during the exclusive Ladies Lunch on April 11, 2025. The RX Female Award continues to be a powerful symbol of empowerment, recognition, and change—honoring both emerging talents and established role models.

Tina Müller Champions the Cause of Diversity

The Future of Wellness and Hospitality Comes to Life in Hall 1 at FIBO 2025

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 22, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 22, 2025 - FIBO 2025 unveils Hall 1, a groundbreaking space dedicated to Wellness, Hospitality, and Longevity, showcasing the next generation of wellbeing trends, experiences, and innovation.

For the first time in its history, FIBO 2025 is spotlighting the booming sectors of Wellness & Spa, Body & Mind, Pilates, and Longevity in their own exhibition space: the all-new Hall 1. This forward-thinking move reflects the growing influence of these industries on the modern hospitality landscape, as global travelers increasingly prioritize health and wellbeing.

FIBO Event Director Silke Frank Joins DSSV Supporters Committee, Strengthening Industry Ties

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 20, 2025 - Silke Frank Brings Extensive Industry Experience to DSSV Leadership Team

The DSSV e. V., Europe’s largest employers' association for fitness and health facilities, has proudly announced the appointment of Silke Frank, FIBO Event Director, to its Supporters Committee. With over two decades of experience in the international trade show industry, Frank’s inclusion marks a strategic move to bolster the association’s development and deepen its long-standing partnership with FIBO.

“The FIBO is a strong partner we’ve worked closely with for decades. It’s a great honor to now have Silke, the face of FIBO, on our Supporters Committee. Her expertise will help us take this cooperation to the next level,” said Thomas Wessinghage, Chairman of DSSV e. V.

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Reaxing Partners with University of Verona to Drive Innovation in Sports Science

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 10, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 10, 2025 – Reaxing, a leading innovator in sports technology, is proud to announce its collaboration with the University of Verona and CeRiSM research center in Rovereto, Italy, to advance the field of sports science. This partnership brings together cutting-edge technology and world-class research to unlock new possibilities for athletes, physiotherapists, and professionals.

ReaxRun: Revolutionizing Training and Rehabilitation

At the heart of this collaboration is ReaxRun, the world's first treadmill designed to create unpredictable movements. This innovative technology is being utilized by the University of Verona, ranked 4th globally for Sports Science by ARWU (Academic Ranking of World Universities), and CeRiSM, a renowned research center in sports science and Olympic training for Milano-Cortina 2026, to conduct advanced studies in:

FIBO Championships 2025: The Global Bodybuilding Spotlight Returns to Cologne

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 17, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 17, 2025 - From passion to performance, the world's premier bodybuilding event takes center stage at FIBO 2025.

FIBO 2025 is back – and it’s bigger, bolder, and more muscle-packed than ever. From April 10 to 13, Cologne transforms once again into the beating heart of the global fitness, health, and wellness scene. The much-anticipated NPC Worldwide FIBO Pro Qualifier Championships and IFBB FIBO Pro Championships, presented by German sports nutrition leader ESN, will headline this spectacular celebration of strength and athleticism. For both amateur hopefuls and seasoned professionals, the FIBO Championships 2025 promise an unforgettable stage – and an electrifying experience for fans.

A showcase of strength, aesthetics, and discipline

FIBO 2025 Celebrates 40 Years with Game-Changing Innovations and Unmissable Experiences

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 9, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan.  9, 2025 - The world's leading fitness and wellness trade show returns to Cologne with new halls, future-forward tech, and a full celebration of health, longevity, and lifestyle.

From April 10 to 13, 2025, FIBO will once again open its doors in Cologne for a milestone edition—the 40th in its history. With 13 exhibition halls, world premieres, legendary comebacks, and a renewed focus on technology, wellness, and live experiences, FIBO 2025 is set to redefine the global fitness stage.

A New Era: Technology and Innovation at the Core

At the heart of FIBO 2025 is the brand-new Confex Hall, a dedicated hub for technology and digital innovation in fitness and health. Here, top names like Sport Alliance, Virtuagym, ABC Fitness, and Enhance Fitness LLC will showcase cutting-edge software solutions.

KO COACH ITS®: Revolutionizing Combat Sports Training

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 19, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 19, 2024 – Introducing KO COACH ITS®, a groundbreaking interactive training station that is transforming the way combat sports athletes train and monitor their progress. This innovative technology combines cutting-edge hardware and software to provide athletes with real-time data and personalized feedback, taking their training to the next level.

The Challenge: Limitations of Traditional Training

Traditional combat sports training often relies on punching bags and subjective feedback, lacking the ability to provide concrete data and personalized guidance. This makes it difficult for athletes to track their progress, identify areas for improvement, and stay motivated.

KO COACH ITS®: The Solution

KO COACH ITS® addresses these challenges by offering a comprehensive and data-driven training experience. This interactive training station features:

Samsung Health Partners with Zumba for a New Dance Fitness Experience

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 17, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 17, 2024 – Samsung Health, the popular wellness platform, is teaming up with Zumba, the global dance fitness brand, to bring a new level of excitement and engagement to its users. This collaboration will integrate Zumba's renowned dance workouts into the Samsung Health app, providing users with a fun and effective way to improve their well-being.

A Powerful Combination of Technology and Fitness

Joonil Choi of Samsung Health expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating:

"Zumba is an iconic brand with decades of experience in the fitness industry. By integrating its dynamic workouts into our app, we'll be giving our users more diverse and engaging ways to improve their wellbeing."

Wellhub Expands European Presence with Fitprime Acquisition

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 17, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 17, 2024 – Wellhub, a leading corporate wellness platform, has announced the acquisition of Fitprime, a major player in the Italian corporate wellness market. This strategic move creates Italy's largest network of fitness and wellness partners, with over 4,300 providers.

Expanding Global Reach and Impact

Wellhub's acquisition of Fitprime is a significant step in its global expansion strategy. Fitprime brings a strong network of over 200 corporate clients and 400,000 subscribers, solidifying Wellhub's position as a leading provider of corporate wellness solutions.

“We're delighted to welcome Fitprime to the Wellhub team,” says Cesar Carvalho, co-founder and CEO of Wellhub. “This union represents a significant expansion of our presence in Europe and strengthens our commitment to providing the best wellbeing plans to companies around the world.”