Crunch Climbs More Than 700 Spots Year-Over-Year as the Company Makes Its Second Consecutive Appearance on the List
NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Crunch Fitness today announced it has been ranked No. 3,302 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This marks the second consecutive year Crunch has appeared on the list, moving up 720 spots from No. 4,022 in 2025. The prestigious ranking highlights the nation's most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achieved remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future. Past honorees include Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Oracle, and Patagonia.
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