The fitness industry is at a turning point in 2026. While members have long expected more than just equipment - namely measurable progress and personalized support - many studios are still struggling with fragmented solutions, inefficient processes and unused data. This is exactly where EGYM comes in. At FIBO 2026, the company is not just presenting new equipment, but a fundamental paradigm shift: a fully networked system that merges training, technology and studio operations.
More than just new equipment: the Smart Strength Series 3
With the new Smart Strength Series 3, EGYM is launching a range of equipment that goes far beyond a classic hardware upgrade. Rather, it is the visible part of a larger system - a kind of "interface" between people and training intelligence.
What makes the new generation special
1. ergonomics on a new level
The equipment has been noticeably improved: 3D-shaped cushions, optimized grip angles and more precise movement sequences ensure greater comfort and safety. This is not only relevant for beginners, experienced athletes also benefit from clean technology and better load control.
2. intelligent software integration
The devices automatically adapt to the user. Training plans are implemented in real time, intensities are controlled and progress is taken into account. This means fewer manual settings and more focus on the training itself.
3. premium design meets functionality
An 18.5-inch display at eye level, integrated LED colors and a sleek design create a modern training atmosphere. Login via NFC (e.g. via smartphone) makes getting started quick and intuitive.
New in detail: these features make all the difference
In addition to the official core innovations, the Series 3 brings a number of other improvements that are often crucial in everyday life:
Automatic weight adjustment and training methods
The devices can automatically implement training methods such as negative training, adaptive resistance training or isokinetic loading. In the past, this was often only possible with trainers or special equipment. Example: During eccentric training, the system specifically increases the weight in the downward movement - ideal for muscle building and rehabilitation.
Chip card and app integration is becoming more consistent
While previous generations already worked with RFID/chip cards, everything is now more focused on smartphone use and the app ecosystem:
* login via NFC or QR
* Automatic training history
* Synchronization with wearables (depending on the studio setup)
This brings training closer to the digital reality of users' lives.
Real-time visual feedback during training
The displays not only show repetitions, but also provide live feedback on movement execution:
* Range of motion (ROM)
* Speed of the repetition
* Training goal (e.g. strength vs. hypertrophy)
This significantly reduces typical errors - especially for beginners.
Circuit system remains - but much smarter
EGYM remains true to its familiar circuit training system, but takes it to a new level:
* automatic equipment adjustment in seconds
* fluent change between exercises
* individually controlled training duration per station
This makes the equipment particularly attractive for studios with many members at the same time.
The real game changer: an operating system for fitness
What EGYM is presenting here is less reminiscent of traditional fitness equipment and more reminiscent of the logic of modern tech ecosystems. Instead of isolated solutions, a holistic operating system for fitness and wellbeing is being created. "We're not just building more technology. We are building the operating system that makes progress permanently effective," says Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer, co-founder and CEO of EGYM.
The five pillars of the new system
1. smart training equipment
The training area is digitized. Equipment communicates with each other and automatically adapts to the user.
2. seamless customer experience
From the first check-in to long-term training development, the user is accompanied throughout - without media disruptions.
3. data-based training control
AI (EGYM Genius AI) is used to analyse training data and continuously optimize programs. New: The system recognizes training plateaus early on and automatically adjusts programs - a feature that was previously only available to personal trainers.
4. controllable studio business
The EGYM Business Suite is increasingly developing into a controlling tool for studios:
* Utilization analyses of individual devices
* Member behavior (training frequency etc.)
* Sales and space optimization
This helps operators to make data-based decisions instead of following their gut feeling.
5. full networking with partners
The system can be integrated into corporate fitness (e.g. company fitness offers) and thus significantly expands the target group.
For whom is the new EGYM generation particularly exciting?
The new EGYM Smart Strength Series 3 is not just aimed at a specific target group - a wide variety of users and studio operators will benefit from the new possibilities.
For beginners , the system offers particularly easy access to strength training. The equipment is intuitive to use, adjusts itself automatically and performs the movement in a controlled and safe manner. This lowers the inhibition threshold enormously, especially for people with no training experience. At the same time, rapid, measurable progress ensures motivation - a decisive factor in staying on the ball in the long term.
Advanced exercisers benefit above all from the high precision and extended training options. The devices enable exact control of intensity and load and offer access to training methods such as eccentric or isokinetic training, which are otherwise often only used in competitive sports or physiotherapy. In combination with data-based evaluation, training can be optimized and continuously adapted.
The new generation also offers clear advantages for fitness studios themselves. The automated processes reduce the amount of support required from trainers without compromising training quality - on the contrary. At the same time, the personalized training experience ensures greater customer loyalty. In addition, processes can be scaled much more easily, which is a decisive economic factor, especially for growing studios or chains.
Longevity instead of short-term fitness
One particularly exciting aspect is the clear focus on longevity - in other words, long-term health, performance and quality of life. Whereas in the past, gyms were often primarily concerned with quick visual results, today the focus is on a sustainable approach. Training is specifically geared towards maintaining and building muscle mass as an important health factor, promoting mobility and improving joint stability. At the same time, metabolic health also plays a central role, for example with regard to metabolism, the cardiovascular system and general vitality.
This approach is no coincidence: scientific studies are increasingly showing that regular strength training is one of the decisive factors for healthy ageing. This is precisely where EGYM comes in strategically, with training aimed not only at short-term success, but also at keeping members healthy, fit and active in the long term.
A system that could change the market
Competition in the fitness industry is shifting noticeably: away from equipment and towards integrated platforms. "Products can be copied, but an integrated, learning system that has grown over the years cannot," explains Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer. EGYM is thus positioning itself as an infrastructure provider for modern fitness concepts, comparable to operating systems in the tech world.
The future trains with you
The Smart Strength Series 3 makes it clear that fitness is evolving from physical training to a data-driven, intelligent experience. For you, this means clearly structured training processes, visible progress, fewer mistakes and greater efficiency. In other words: the device thinks for you. And that could be the biggest difference.
Experience all the innovations and the new operating system for fitness and wellbeing live at FIBO 2026 - Hall 6, Stands A37 and C32: https://de.egym.com/de-de/fibo
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Editorial team fitnessmarkt.de
Source and image source: EGYM SE
Published on: 13 April 2026