Sales in the fitness division of Brunswick Corporation, the owner of the Life Fitness brand, advanced by 4 percent to $197.5 million for the third quarter. They were driven by increased sales to U.S. health clubs, local and federal governments, and they included an acquisition finalized in the third quarter. International sales were down by 4 percent in dollars, making up 47 percent of the division's turnover, but they increased by 4 percent in constant currencies. Brunswick has sold its Retail Bowling and Bowling Products business in two transactions, but sales of the billiards business have been included in the fitness segment. The division reported operating earnings of $27.6 million for the quarter, up from $25.8 million, on the back of higher sales and cost savings, which were mitigated by unfavorable exchange rates.

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