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Sport and Hospitality Initiative Trends for 2026

2026 Sport and Hospitality Initiative Trends Initiative Chair: Patricia Ladis, Holistic Physical Therapist, Behavioral Breathing Analyst, Biomechanical Analysis Founder & CEO, WiseBody PT, United States Initiative Vice-Chair: Lynelle Lynch, Owner, Running Y Resort & Bellus Academy, United States The sports hospitality sector is evolving as we enter 2026. Professional athletes are elevating their travel experience to include sleep, movement and dietary priorities. Teams have experts that specialize in creating…

The Science of Yoga Initiative Trends for 2026

2026 The Science of Yoga Initiative Trends Initiative Chair: Leah Nduati, CEO, Certified Yoga Instructor, Founder of Yoga Experiences Africa Initiative Vice-Chair: Bija Bennett, Author, President, BijaB, Yoga Therapist, United States The following trends explore how the science of yoga is emerging as a bridge between ancient practice and modern research, shaping the future of integrative health and human wellbeing. TREND 1: The Genomic Renaissance of…

Men’s Wellbeing Initiative Trends for 2026

2026 Men’s Wellbeing Initiative Trends Initiative Chair: John Toomey, CEO, The Wellbeing Thought Leaders, Australia Initiative Vice-Chair: Vishal Patel MD, PhD, Founder, Phronos, United States Men’s wellbeing in 2026 is defined by a central tension: institutional momentum is accelerating while the connective infrastructure between organizations, sectors and geographies remains weak. Three nations launched their first national men’s health strategies in 18 months. Sport is being formalized…

Massage Makes Me Healthy and Happy Initiative Trends for 2026

2026 Massage Makes Me Healthy and Happy Initiative Trends Initiative Chair: Heather Zdan, Executive Marketing Professional, United States Initiative Vice-Chair: CG Funk, Consultant, United States TREND 1: Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is becoming increasingly popular as both a therapeutic and wellness practice, due to a combination of growing scientific interest, broader clinical integration and cultural wellness trends. Research has documented physiological…

Lifestyle Medicine Initiative Trends for 2026

2026 Lifestyle Medicine Initiative Trends Initiative Co-Chair: Dr. Melissa Sundermann, Double Board-Certified Physician, Lifestyle Medicine Well-Being Coach, Co-Founder of REVIVE, United States Initiative Co-Chair: Prof. Dr. Sunil Kumar, MD, Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician, United Kingdom TREND 1: Lifestyle Medicine as First-Line Therapy Lifestyle medicine is no longer adjunctive care. In 2026, health systems increasingly deploy evidence-based lifestyle interventions as first-line therapy for cardiometabolic disease, mental health conditions, musculoskeletal…

Inclusive Wellness Initiative Trends for 2026

2026 Inclusive Wellness Initiative Trends Initiative Chair: Jackie Roby, Executive Leadership Advisor, United States Initiative Vice-Chair: Cherrie Catresse, Wellness Practitioner with Catreese & Co Wellness The language and priorities surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion continue to evolve across the wellness industry. In many regions, shifting political climates and changing workplace dynamics are influencing how organizations approach inclusion, belonging and wellbeing. At the same time, new research…