Entrepreneur Top 10 Fitness Franchise Expands Healthspan-Focused Balance, Brain, and Stretch Training Nationwide
CHICAGO, June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As more Americans prioritize healthy aging, mobility, cognitive wellness, and long-term independence, The Exercise Coach® is marking its 25th year in business with a major expansion of its Strength Plus™ platform—an integrated healthspan-focused approach that combines strength training, coach-assisted stretching, balance development, and cognitive fitness training.
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