More than 29,000 students across Houston Independent School District will have a new soccer specific unit as part of their health and physical education classes in the coming months thanks to a new collaboration between the district and the U.S. Soccer Foundation.

The Outdoor Diversity Alliance (ODA) and Outdoor Recreation Roundtable’s (ORR) Together Outdoors (TO) initiative are partnering to launch a new program designed to connect students from underrepresented communities to outdoor and environmental professions.

Nearly three-quarters of U.S. adults have gardened in their lifetime, according to the latest National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Park Pulse poll.

In response to national and local reports of child drowning incidents since the start of 2024, the National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA) reminds parents, pediatricians and the public at large of the risk of drowning for children and the importance of practicing water safety year-round, while also warning of common misperceptions. 

Matrix Fitness, the world’s fastest-growing commercial fitness brand, announces the launch of the Onyx Collection, a five-machine assortment of ultra-premium cardiovascular products designed to invigorate the senses with premium materials, advanced technology and meticulous attention to detail. 

Miracle Recreation, a pioneer in manufacturing thrilling playgrounds for nearly a century, announced its Rube Goldberg Miracle Machines playground equipment was named the winner of a prestigious GOOD DESIGN Award.

Playworld, a leading commercial playground equipment manufacturer, announced the introduction of RopeScapes, a new line of rope-based playground equipment that introduces challenge and adventure to traditional play structures. 

IHRSA—the Health & Fitness Association, a global community of industry--announced its partnership with the White House to promote the importance of physical activity for both physical and mental health across the United States.

According to the Healthy Handwashing Survey conducted by Bradley Company, 70% of Americans feel public restroom stalls lack sufficient “coverage.” Specifically, 58% would like the gaps around stall doors and walls eliminated.

As exercisers demand maximum efficiency and effectiveness – and as HIIT remains red-hot – the new Relentless Ripper ski trainer from Torque Fitness satisfies the hunger for better, faster, stronger among athletes and gym-goers.