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REP Fitness Flexes in Europe’s Top Market: Plans Direct-to-Consumer Launch in the UK

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LONDON, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — REP Fitness, the Colorado-based strength brand renowned for its innovative, high-quality gym equipment, today announced the official launch of its direct-to-consumer operations in the UK. Building on a successful 2024 in which REP achieved over $130 million in sales, this expansion marks a significant step toward the brand’s ambition of becoming the world’s no. 1 strength brand, targeting 50% growth in 2025.

REP Fitness has announced the official launch of its direct-to-consumer operations in the UK.

“The UK is a pivotal market for REP as we continue to grow internationally. After the success of our EU launch in 2024, the UK was the logical next step for us,” said Ryan McGrotty, co-CEO of REP Fitness. “By bringing our class-leading racks, benches, barbells, and functional training tools directly to British customers, we can make quality strength equipment more accessible and continue empowering individuals to pursue their strength goals.”

UK Market Potential & Expanded Offerings

The UK is home to 11 million commercial gym members, supporting a $250 million strength training equipment market, a $500 million cardio equipment market, a $1 billion sports nutrition market, and a $5 billion fitness apparel market. Frequently cited—alongside Germany—as the 1st or 2nd largest fitness market in Europe, the UK offers a robust landscape for REP’s ongoing expansion. In addition to its established product lineup and new cardio line, the brand will also introduce its apparel line—featuring innovative performance fabrics and functional design—and its expanding Purist supplement & nutrition range to UK consumers, furthering its commitment to delivering a comprehensive fitness ecosystem.

Leadership & UK Rollout

The local expansion will be led by Martyn Jones, who joined REP in December 2024 and now serves as CEO of REP Fitness UK. Under his leadership, REP will introduce pricing similar to the US market: excluding VAT or sales tax, UK customers will see pricing closely mirroring US prices. REP is also bringing over 1,200 SKUs to the UK—matching its US assortment—and aims to launch 30 new products globally in 2025.

“Our goal is to ensure that our UK customers receive the same value and experience as our US customers,” said Jones. “Our product pricing will match our US prices as closely as possible. We’re also introducing an array of new products in 2025, including a cardio lineup, and collaborating with independent designers to bring fresh innovations to market—making this an incredibly exciting time to be part of REP and now, a UK fitness enthusiast.”

Transition from Fitness Superstore

REP Fitness will conclude its distribution partnership with Fitness Superstore on September 30, 2025. Fitness Superstore has been instrumental in establishing REP’s footprint in the UK since 2023, providing in-store demonstrations and exceptional customer service.

“We are immensely thankful to Fitness Superstore for representing the REP brand so successfully,” said Jon Little, Chief Operating Officer at REP. “They have been an outstanding partner, helping us reach thousands of UK customers. As our product lines expand into cardio equipment, apparel, supplements, and more, we recognize that a direct presence in key markets is crucial to achieving our ambition of becoming the world’s number one consumer strength brand. This transition is part of our broader strategy and is by no means a reflection of Fitness Superstore’s performance. We remain on excellent terms and look forward to continuing the overall growth of the UK strength market together.”

Paul Walker, Managing Director of Fitness Superstore, echoed these sentiments:

“We’ve been proud to partner with REP Fitness since 2023, introducing their top-tier equipment to thousands of satisfied customers across the UK. This transition to a direct-to-consumer model underscores REP’s strategic growth, and we appreciate being acknowledged for the crucial role we played. We’re pleased that all existing warranties, remaining REP inventory and service agreements will transfer seamlessly to REP Fitness UK, ensuring our customers continue to receive excellent support. We remain on great terms with REP and look forward to watching their continued success in the UK market.”

Existing Customers: All warranties, service agreements, and post-purchase support for REP equipment purchased through Fitness Superstore will transfer seamlessly to REP Fitness UK.New Customers (Interim): Fitness Superstore will continue offering REP products through September 30, 2025. After that date, all remaining REP inventory will be transferred to REP Fitness UK and Fitness Superstore listing will be removed. Ongoing customer orders will then be handled exclusively through the dedicated REP Fitness UK channel.

New UK Facility & Operational Timeline

From Q1 2026, REP Fitness UK will begin shipping orders nationwide from a new 40,000-square-foot facility at St Modwen Park in Gloucester. This facility will feature:

A head office capable of housing up to 40 staff members,A full retail showroom where customers can experience REP’s equipment in person,A warehouse capable of holding up to £10 million worth of stock, ensuring quick fulfilment and dispatch across the UK.

“Throughout 2025, we’ll be setting up robust operations so that when deliveries start in Q1 2026, customers experience REP’s renowned quality and service from day one,” explained Jones. “We want to ensure every aspect of our local operations—from customer support to logistics—is ready before we go live.”

If REP Fitness UK is not fully operational in time for its traditional Black November sale, the company will instead offer a subsequent launch sale so that UK customers do not feel they have missed out on any seasonal promotions.

Comprehensive Customer Focus

REP is committed to providing UK customers with the same high level of service and convenience it offers in the US. This includes:

Free Shipping within the UK for direct-to-consumer orders.Pick-Up Discounts for customers who collect their orders from the Gloucester site.Local Warranty & Returns mirroring the US, ensuring peace of mind for every purchase,UK-Based Customer Support with local phone numbers and GMT/BST service hours.Financing & Payment Options such as PayPal and Klarna, offering up to 3 years of finance credit to make equipment purchases more accessible.

REP will also introduce a B2B sales channel in the UK, enabling businesses of all sizes—from independent gyms to large-scale fitness facilities—to access REP’s expanding lineup of strength equipment.

Building a Strength-Focused Community & Looking Ahead

REP’s community-focused ethos extends beyond its product offerings:

UK Athlete Program: REP is actively recruiting local athletes and ambassadors to showcase the brand’s equipment, further connecting with the UK fitness community.FIBO 2025: REP will attend the global fitness event in Germany, unveiling a host of new products. Martyn Jones will be on-site to meet with UK customers and discuss the brand’s vision.Monthly Updates: Starting in May, REP will hold monthly online sessions to update UK customers on the launch process and address questions—ensuring the strength community remains involved and heard.

“By combining unparalleled innovation, top-tier customer support, and the best prices, we’re empowering individuals and businesses alike to take charge of their fitness journeys,” added Jones. “Our new Gloucester facility—and the dedicated team behind it—will be at the heart of that effort in the UK.”

ABOUT REP FITNESS

REP engineers and sells world-class, innovative strength equipment that is shipped worldwide. Founded in Colorado in 2012 by two brothers with a shared passion for fitness, REP has grown into a team of more than 200, with operations spanning multiple continents. That shared passion for strength drives REP’s innovative spirit today, as the company remains dedicated to creating class-leading fitness equipment at a great value.

REP has been listed twice on the Inc. 5,000 fastest-growing companies — in 2018 (#450) and in 2021 (#962). REP products frequently earn top-choice rankings across leading fitness publications, including Men’s Health and GQ. For more information about REP, visit repfitness.com.

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139th Canton Fair Phase 3 Advances Toward a Better Life with New and Strengthened Product Zones

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) has rolled out nine newly established product zones. Phase 3 features an expanded and upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone and the inaugural presentation of a Functional & Technical Fabrics zone.

The upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone brings together 50 companies presenting a full spectrum of intelligent medical solutions, spanning AI-powered diagnostics, surgical robotics, and next‑generation eldercare technologies. Exhibits highlight how medical devices are becoming smaller, more precise, and increasingly non‑invasive. Capsule endoscopy systems demonstrate how gastrointestinal screening can be completed without discomfort, while AI‑enabled traditional Chinese medicine analyzers compress the inspection and inquiry process into minutes. Wearable glucose monitors make chronic disease management easier and more convenient.

Robotic technologies play a prominent role as well. Endoscopic and orthopedic surgical robots showcase enhanced precision through integrated human‑machine coordination, while bionic prosthetic hands use non‑invasive myoelectric sensing to independently control each finger. Intelligent rehabilitation systems, including lower‑limb exoskeletons and hand‑training devices, provide consistent support for patients recovering mobility. Companion‑style eldercare robots, equipped with monitoring and telemedicine functions, signal the rise of integrated home‑based health services.

The debuting Functional & Technical Fabrics zone highlights how the traditional textile industry is moving toward higher-end and smarter products. Exhibitors present materials that combine multi‑layered performance with intelligent responsiveness. Textiles featuring temperature‑regulating fibers, phase‑change materials, and light‑ or heat‑sensitive color‑shifting effects illustrate how fabrics are evolving into adaptive platforms capable of responding to environmental conditions.

Sustainability emerges as a defining theme. Bio‑based fibers, degradable films, recycled polyester, and organic cotton reflect a shift from isolated eco‑products toward full‑chain green manufacturing. High‑performance outdoor and protective applications further shape the narrative. Materials engineered for waterproof breathability, UV resistance, flame retardancy, and long‑term durability address rising demand across sportswear, professional protection, and medical environments. Smart textiles with embedded health‑monitoring modules demonstrate how apparel is beginning to function as a continuous wellness interface.

Both technology‑driven healthcare and advanced textiles are converging around a shared pursuit of a better life. As these advancements continue to evolve, they reflect a manufacturing landscape increasingly shaped by innovation, resilience, and a commitment to improving everyday living.

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CupidFeel Insights Show How Shared Interests Affect Initial Connection Outcomes

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New behavioral insights from CupidFeel offer a carefully considered look at how shared interests influence whether an initial connection on a dating platform is sustained or abandoned in those first critical exchanges.

GIBRALTAR, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The findings by CupidFeel are not dramatic, but they are telling. People who referenced a shared interest — whether a genre of music, a type of cuisine, a sport, a creative practice, or even a shared discomfort with small talk — within the first few exchanges of a new conversation were found to be measurably more likely to continue that conversation beyond the initial contact window. The effect was not uniform across all interest categories; certain types of shared interest appeared to carry more relational weight than others.

It was also observed by CupidFeel that the timing of when shared interests entered a conversation mattered. Connections where common ground was discovered organically — through the natural flow of exchange rather than prompted by a profile field or a direct question — showed stronger indicators of sustained interest. The discovery, in other words, carried more meaning when it felt like something found rather than something declared.

Among the most quietly striking findings in the CupidFeel data was the role of specificity. Broad shared categories — “we both like travel,” “we both enjoy cooking” — were associated with polite, often brief exchanges that rarely extended past pleasantries. But when specificity entered the picture — when one person mentioned a particular documentary that had stayed with them, or a city they had visited and could not stop thinking about — the conversational energy shifted. Something opened up.

In a CupidFeel review of trends in profile engagements, those whose profiles reflected specific, idiosyncratic interests — rather than broadly appealing ones — also showed higher rates of receiving first messages, a finding that runs gently counter to the instinct many people have to present themselves in the most universally appealing terms possible.

What seemed to matter most was not the quantity of overlap but whether the overlap that existed was felt — whether it produced a sense of being seen in some particular, non-generic way. A CupidFeel review of early conversation patterns suggests that a single deeply resonant shared interest may be more generative for early connection than a long list of surface-level commonalities that, taken together, feel more like a demographic profile than a person.

About CupidFeel

CupidFeel is an online dating platform built around the belief that meaningful connections begin with emotional honesty and the willingness to let a conversation go somewhere real. It came into being for people who are less interested in the mechanics of dating and more drawn to the possibility of something that feels grounded — exchanges that move at their own pace, guided by genuine curiosity rather than performance.

A CupidFeel review of its own design principles returns consistently to the same question: what does it take for a first message to feel like it might be worth the journey? The platform makes room for the kind of interaction that doesn’t always have a clear destination but feels, from the first exchange, like something real. CupidFeel is a place where the unexpected is not something to be managed, but something to be welcomed.

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Timothy Albers, CupidFeel, 1 14845691657, smm@cupidfeel.com, https://cupidfeel.com/

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Las Vegas Review-Journal Launches VegasBusiness, a New Multiplatform Business Brand Serving Southern Nevada Leaders

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LAS VEGAS, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ –The Las Vegas Review Journal today announced the launch of VegasBusiness, a new multiplatform brand designed to deliver authoritative reporting, analysis, and insight to Southern Nevada’s business leaders and decisionmakers.

VegasBusiness debuts with a biweekly print section distributed in the Sunday Las Vegas Review Journal, a new digital hub at VegasBusiness.com, a weekday business email newsletter, and a bi monthly podcast. Together, the platforms create the most comprehensive local business news and intelligence offerings in the Las Vegas market.

Vegas Business, powered by the state’s largest and most experienced business reporting team, focuses on the people, companies, and forces shaping Southern Nevada’s economy, including gaming and hospitality, real estate development, technology, finance, logistics, and small business.

“Las Vegas is one of the fastest evolving business markets in the country, and its leaders need timely, trustworthy intelligence to compete and grow,” Keith Moyer, publisher and editor of the Las Vegas Review Journal, said. “VegasBusiness expands our business journalism across platforms and delivers deeper insight, greater frequency, and broader reach for Southern Nevada’s decision makers.”

Expanded Business Coverage Across Platforms

VegasBusiness features business coverage designed for how executives consume news today—through print, digital, email, audio, video, and social channels.

Editorial franchises include CSuite Insider, featuring executive interviews; Building Las Vegas, with in depth reporting on major projects and deals; Innovation, spotlighting people and ideas driving change; Price Points, examining data and consumer trends; Small Business, highlighting enterprising local companies; and a curated Calendar of business events and conferences.

“We created this section to provide Las Vegas business leaders with practical, locally grounded intelligence so t hey can make faster, more informed decisions on growth, talent, and regulation,” Erin Edgemon, business editor of the Review Journal, said. “VegasBusiness is designed to help business leaders understand what’s happening in the economy, why it matters, and how it impacts their organizations and communities.”

A Premium Environment for Advertisers

In addition to expanded editorial coverage, VegasBusiness provides a new advertising and sponsorship platform for brands seeking to reach business decision makers in Southern Nevada. The brand offers integrated opportunities across print, digital, newsletters, podcasts, video, social media, and events, supported by advanced audience targeting and measurement.

“VegasBusiness gives advertisers access to the largest concentration of local business decision- makers in the market,” Michael LaBonia, senior vice president of sales for the Las Vegas Review Journal, said. “It’s a high impact, data driven platform that connects brands with influence, intent, and measurable results.”

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VegasBusiness Magazine: Biweekly, Sundays in the Las Vegas Review JournalDigital: 24/7 at VegasBusiness.com**Newscast:** Weekday segment mornings on 7@7 a.m.**Newsletter:** Featured in the weekday Business Brief

Additional information is available at VegasBusiness.com.

Since 1909, the Las Vegas Review-Journal has been Nevada’s comprehensive media leader. Over the years, it has transformed from an award-winning newspaper that delivers local and community news and spans the globe with far-reaching topics and coverage. The Review-Journal has forged into multimedia and digital platforms through its website, Reviewjournal.com, which includes a network of niche publications, breaking news, e-newsletters, customized content, custom printing, a production studio, and more to meet the specific needs of readers and advertisers alike.

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Wanda English Blair, Vice President of Marketing
(702) 383-0223
wblair@reviewjournal.com

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