Fitness Together Named To Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2008 Franchise 500

HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. – January 28, 2008 – Fitness Together recently was named to Entrepreneur magazine’s 29th annual “Franchise 500” ranking of the top franchise opportunities. The list honors franchises that offer the best opportunities for success based on criteria such as financial strength, stability, growth rate and size of system. 

Fitness Together ranked #78 on the list, rising 185 places over the last four years.  

“We are honored to be named among the industry’s best,” said Kevin Betts, president of Fitness Together.  “Each year we rise in the rankings, and it’s a true affirmation of Fitness Together’s stability and continued growth opportunities.” 

The company added 92 locations in 2007 and took in more than $90 million in systemwide revenues for the year.   

“Our company has grown tremendously since we began franchising a little over ten years ago, and soon we will be celebrating the opening of our 400th Fitness Together studio,” Betts added.  “We couldn’t ask for a better track record as a proven concept under a winning brand.”   

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About Fitness Together Franchise Corp.:
Established in 1996 in response to the growing demand for personal fitness training, Fitness Together offers the latest in one-on-one personal training. Fitness Together is part of Fitness Together Holdings, Inc., the world's largest wellness organization. Fitness Together, founded by fitness leader Rick Sikorski, is built on three main foundations: strong corporate support, proven operating systems, and excellent leaders. There are more than 390 Fitness Together franchise locations throughout the United States, Costa Rica, Israel, Ireland, and Canada and another 108 scheduled to open. Fitness Together Franchise Corp. also includes Elements Therapeutic Massage. For additional information, log onto http://www.fitnesstogether.com/ or call 877.663.0880 ext. 10.