The nonprofit Global Wellness Institute has released its Wellness Policy Toolkit: Physical Activity, which takes a deep dive into the causes of rising levels of physical inactivity around the world, and suggests tangible ways that new policies, government resources and public-private partnerships can tackle the crisis. The toolkit outlines six distinct areas of policy action, from encouraging activity via the built environment to integrating activity into the medical system.

According to the 2022 State of the Industry Report, 38.1% of all respondents named any kind of fitness or wellness as a top concern. This includes general fitness and wellness (24.5% named it a top concern); youth fitness and wellness (16.1%) and older adult fitness and wellness (12.7%).

The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) and the International Code Council (ICC) are pleased to announce the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approval and publication of ANSI/PHTA/ICC-2 2023 American National Standard for Public Pool and Spa Operations and Maintenance (PHTA-2).

The 2023 NRPA Agency Performance Review, a report released by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), demonstrates the full power of parks and recreation.

Rain Bird Golf has introduced a rotor series designed to provide top performance, simplicity and convenience for golf courses everywhere. 

The Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC) is now accepting Change Requests (CRs) for the next edition of the Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) (5th Edition).

Bobcat Company, a global compact equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, is showcasing its technology and innovation advancements that are helping to empower people to build a more sustainable world at the Association of Equipment Manufacturer’s (AEM) Celebration of Construction on the National Mall, May 14-16 in Washington D.C.

ForeverLawn, Inc. has completed the field installation at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium at the Pro Football Hall of Fame with their SportsGrass product line.

The Independent Pool and Spa Service Association (IPSSA) continues to grow and has created more opportunities for its members and chapters to earn recognition and prizes. 

The National Park Service (NPS) released the third edition of the Green Parks Plan, setting refreshed goals and objectives to advance sustainable park operations.