In a united effort to fight breast cancer, Xponential Fitness has partnered with the American Cancer Society to launch donation-based classes and raise funds across our fitness brands to support important research.
As the number of breast cancer diagnoses continues to rise in the United States, Xponential Fitness, a global franchisor of health and wellness brands, is pleased to announce that the American Cancer Society (ACS) is working to raise awareness and funds during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October. ) announced a partnership with
Breast cancer has become the most commonly diagnosed cancer type among women, with an estimated 313,510 new cases expected in 2024, according to the American Cancer Society. The collaboration between Xponential Fitness and ACS is designed to support research, advocacy, and patient care to help everyone stay safe and healthy. Access resources to prevent, detect, treat, and survive breast cancer.
Throughout October, Xponential Fitness will mobilize its diverse portfolio of fitness brands, including Club Pilates, Pure Barre, CycleBar, YogaSix, Rumble Boxing and BFT, to offer donation-based classes at participating locations. Additionally, a portion of the proceeds from co-branded apparel will be donated to ACS.
“At Xponential Fitness, we believe in the power of community and movement to uplift and support each other during life’s most difficult moments,” said Sara Luna, President of Xponential Fitness.
“By partnering with the American Cancer Society, we are raising vital funds in the fight against breast cancer while enabling our members and teams to join this important cause. Together, we We are helping build a future where everyone has the resources and opportunity to beat this disease.”
The importance of physical activity
The partnership aims not only to generate funds, but also to promote the importance of physical activity for people fighting cancer and cancer survivors. Studies have shown that women who exercise regularly have a 10% to 20% lower risk of developing breast cancer than women who do not exercise.
Xponential Fitness encourages members to meet recommended guidelines of 150-300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise or 75-100 minutes of vigorous exercise each week to improve overall health and reduce chronic disease. Reduce risk.
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