STEPR is profitable, growing fast and the category leader in connected stair climbing; expected to generate more than $15 million in revenue in 2026 driven by increased US retailer demand
Performance-linked transaction valuation ensures attractive acquisition multiple, in-line with TRNR's disciplined acquisition strategy
Deal expected to close in Q4 2026; TRNR expected to generate more than $50 million in 2026 pro forma revenue with adjusted EBITDA profitability in Q4 after transaction closing
AUSTIN, TX / ACCESS Newswire / July 7, 2026 / Interactive Strength Inc. (Nasdaq:TRNR) ("TRNR" or the "Company"), owner of the Wattbike, CLMBR, FORME, and Ergatta connected fitness brands, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire STEPR, Inc. ("STEPR"), a category leader in connected stair climbing for home and commercial training.
STEPR is a hardware-first fitness company that has built the leading position in connected stair climbing, profitably and bootstrapped with only the founders' capital. It sells both direct to consumers and through major national retail partners, including Dick's Sporting Goods, Rogue Fitness, Johnson Fitness and Scheels, and its machines are used by everyday consumers, elite athletes and commercial facilities. STEPR is growing quickly and is expected to generate more than $15 million in revenue in 2026, with immediate earnings accretion to TRNR after closing.
The acquisition advances TRNR's strategy of building a global, multi-brand fitness equipment platform through opportunistic acquisitions and disciplined operations. TRNR uses its Nasdaq listing to acquire profitable, cash-flow-generative, premium fitness equipment brands and to operate them together on a shared platform of content, technology, distribution and commercial relationships. STEPR is the latest brand to join a portfolio that already includes Wattbike, CLMBR, FORME and Ergatta, each a leader in its category.
With the addition of STEPR, TRNR is raising its 2026 pro forma revenue guidance to more than $50 million and expects the group to achieve Adjusted EBITDA profitability in Q4 2026 as a result of closing the transaction.
"We are building a dynamic fitness-equipment holding company by acquiring growth-oriented, category-leading brands and aiming to scale them efficiently and profitably, across channels, customer segments and markets," said TRNR CEO, Trent Ward. "STEPR is the leader in one of the fastest-growing segments in fitness, it is profitable, and it brings retail distribution expertise across the US that should benefit our entire portfolio - especially Wattbike. Every acquisition we target is structured to directly connect the eventual transaction value to future business performance, so that TRNR is mitigating risk while also supporting fast fast growth. STEPR moves us decisively toward our vision of becoming a global platform of profitable fitness equipment brands."
"We built STEPR into the leader in stair climbing by staying disciplined, profitable and close to our community," said Dan Alenaddaf, Co-Founder of STEPR. "TRNR is building something bigger than any single brand, a platform where category leaders scale faster together, and we share that vision. Joining TRNR gives STEPR access to financing, additional global markets and brands that we could not build alone, and it is the right next step to put stair climbing at the center of everyday fitness."
TRNR expects the combination to lead to revenue and cost synergies across the portfolio. As part of TRNR, STEPR gains platform, brand and financial scale, while STEPR's national US retail relationships and direct-to-consumer engine open new channels for the Company's other brands.
Transaction Structure
TRNR will acquire 100% of STEPR through a combination of cash, debt and contingent stock consideration, including working capital to support growth. TRNR expects to close the transaction in Q4 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including completing an audit of financial statements. The consideration is structured as follows:
The base transaction value is $6.7 million, comprising $2.2 million cash and debt re-financing at close, $1.5 million in debt for working capital and $3.0 million in TRNR equity locked up until September 30, 2027.
Up to $3.0 million in additional TRNR equity could be earned by STEPR achieving $4.0 million in EBITDA in the period from July 2026 to June 2027. This equity would be locked up until September 30, 2027.
Up to $10.5 million in an additional TRNR equity could be earned based on achieving $7.0 million in EBITDA in the period from July 2027 to June 2028. A final $2.5 million could be earned through various quantitative synergies and this tranche of equity would be locked up until September 30, 2028 as well.
It is expected that the EV/EBITDA multiple will be less than 4.0x on 2027 EBITDA, given most of the valuation is tied to the EBITDA achieved in the next two years.
Consistent with TRNR's acquisition strategy, the deal structure detailed above demonstrates that a substantial portion of the consideration is contingent on STEPR's future performance, and is also designed to minimize near-term dilution and protect downside.
The initial cash consideration at closing will be funded through TRNR's existing financing facilities.
STEPR's founders have agreed to employment arrangements and are expected to continue leading the business post-acquisition.
TRNR expects to provide additional details regarding the transaction following the closing.
For more information, see TRNR's investor website as well as its required filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Contacts
TRNR Investor Contact
ir@interactivestrength.com
About STEPR
STEPR is a fitness company on a mission to make stair climbing and stepping the most accessible, results-driven cardio for home and commercial training. The company offers a full range of connected stair climbers, from compact home units to heavy-duty commercial machines, built on a profitable hardware core and backed by patented technology. STEPR sells direct to consumers and through leading retailers, and is expanding into commercial channels, optional membership software, and adjacent cardio and strength categories. www.getstepr.com
About Interactive Strength Inc.
Interactive Strength Inc. (NASDAQ:TRNR) is building a global, multi-brand fitness equipment platform through the disciplined acquisition of profitable, premium fitness companies. The Company has established a leading portfolio of brands - Wattbike, CLMBR, FORME and Ergatta - that combine advanced hardware, smart technology, and immersive content to deliver exceptional training experiences for both commercial and home use.
Wattbike offers a range of high-performance indoor bikes that set the global standard in cycling. Known for unmatched accuracy, realistic ride-feel, and advanced performance tracking, Wattbike is trusted by elite athletes, national teams, and fitness enthusiasts around the world.
CLMBR redefines the next-generation vertical climbing experience through its patented open-frame design and immersive touchscreen, delivering a high-intensity, low-impact workout that's both efficient and effective.
FORME delivers strength, mobility, and recovery training through immersive content, performance-grade hardware, and expert coaching. Its wall-mounted systems include the Studio, a smart fitness mirror for guided programming and live 1:1 personal training, and the Lift, which adds smart resistance cable training, ideal for high-performance environments and sport-specific development.
Ergatta is the leader in game-based connected fitness, offering a suite of workout experiences and a line of premium rowing machines with embedded gaming content. Ergatta's content is personalized to each user, highly interactive, and designed to build lasting fitness habits through games rather than instructors.
From elite performance to everyday wellness, our ecosystem of performance-focused solutions delivers data-driven outcomes for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and commercial operators.
For more information about Interactive Strength, please visit www.interactivestrength.com.
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Forward Looking Statements
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SOURCE: Interactive Strength Inc.
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