# Fitness Industry Posts Double-Digit Growth, Walmart Enters Medicare, Ritual Targets Perimenopause

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Podcast: [Fitt Insider](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fitt-insider-254580)
Published: 2026-09-17T09:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

September 17, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Global fitness operators post 10.7% median revenue growth in 2025 as physical activity gains Medicare reimbursement and insurance recognition worldwide Walmart partners with SCAN Health Plan to launch co-branded Medicare Advantage plans, connecting insurance to its AI-powered nutrition platform Ritual launches a $39/month hormone-free perimenopause supplement, extending its brand from pregnancy into midlife women's health More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

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