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Podcast: Future of Fitness
Episode: Mark Mastrov - The 24 Hour Fitness Acquisition: Mark Mastrov Returns with Long Range Capital
Description: Mark Mastrov, founder of 24 Hour Fitness, sat down with Eric Malzone to reflect on decades of industry experience and where fitness is headed next. The conversation covered how consumer behavior has shifted dramatically post-pandemic, with younger generations leaning into fitness more than ever, and how the lines between medical services and gym facilities are increasingly blurring — pointing to a future where your workout and your healthcare coexist under one roof. On the business side, Mark sees private equity continuing to fuel growth across boutique and mid-tier fitness, with the longevity and wellness movement creating fresh opportunities for br...