Press releases

21 March 2019

Creative concepts unleash new forces: Young innovative companies to present themselves at FIBO

Workout refreshments in plastics-free packaging, your own pocket-sized gym or massage boots that get tired legs going again – there are plenty of ideas for a life in motion. That’s why FIBO is offering a dedicated forum for young companies eager to mix up the market with their innovative products.

21 March 2019

From clean eating to the psychology of eating: Nutrition trends for better fitness at FIBO

Clean eating, paleo, sugar-free and vegan nutrition concepts are ultra-trendy right now. At FIBO in Cologne from 4 to 7 April 2019, more than 200 international key players and newcomers from the nutrition segment will illustrate how each way to eat helps people to reach their individual goals.

18 March 2019

Massive programme for trainers at FIBO

Piloxing, Pound, Jumping Fitness, Hummer Sport and BECO Beermann: if you need to upgrade your workout and training methods, you should seriously consider attending FIBO in Cologne. From 4 to 7 April, the exhibitors in Hall 4.1 will show you just how to do that in educational sessions and hands-on classes. They’ll be ready to assist and advice trainers with tips on theory and practice.

12 March 2019

Diversification and networking: Leading equipment manufacturers to bring new technologies and concepts to FIBO

A one-size-fits-all fitness programme? Passé. Today we see more and more individual concepts for the various target groups at fitness and health studios. Diversification is the order of the day. Which is why the fitness industry will be offering a variety of workout concepts and equipment at this year’s FIBO to ever more accurately address the gloriously diverse needs of exercisers. Digital networking is getting more important, as well. Industry market leaders such as Core Health & Fitness, eGym, gym80, Johnson Health Tech., Life Fitness, Milon, Precor, Scotfit, SportsArt and Technogym will showcase the training area of the future and demonstrate how gym operators can prevail in the market. The exercisers themselves are winners, too, because they can look forward to an ever-more professional, comprehensive and varied set of choices.

06 March 2019

Record participation at FIBO Innovation & Trend Award Nominees have been selected

The fitness industry has given proof of its outstanding innovative power repeatedly. However, FIBO in April will prove that 2019 is a very special year in this context. With a record participation of 294 innovations, the field of participants competing for this year’s FIBO Innovation & Trend Award has nearly tripled, thereby further confirming its relevance for the industry. All entries will be on display at the trade show from 4 to 7 April.

01 March 2019

More service and more offers for trade visitors: The new FIBO Business Weekend

Visiting FIBO as a trade visitor over the weekend? The new FIBO Business Weekend will make it even easier and attractive for you to do so at FIBO 2019. After all, there will also be a plethora of events on Saturday, 6 and Sunday, 7 April complementing the ranges on display in the halls – be it the first AXA Start-Up Pitch at FIBO, the DSSV Start-Up Seminar or differently themed Guided Tours.

27 February 2019

Featuring the Future of Fitness: FIBO 2019 showcases global innovations

See today which trends are on the horizon for tomorrow. Discover innovations. Generate leads. FIBO 2019 offers the world’s biggest ranges for the Fitness, Wellness and Health segments. From 4 to 7 April, it brings together key players and newcomers, entrepreneurs, experts and trainers.

19 February 2019

FIBO on Route to Spa: Wellness Worlds at FIBO

Everyone deserves a little spa time! Who says just a little? The wellness market is booming worldwide. The industry recently generated sales to the tune of US$ 94 billion and posted annual growth rates of 9%. At present, the Global Wellness Institute counts 149,000 spas and wellness centres throughout the world – and figures are rising. Ranking top of the list here are the USA, PR of China, Germany, Japan and France. The Big 5 account for almost half of global revenues – according to the Global Wellness Monitor published in autumn 2018.