Lindora: The Mission-based Weight Management Solutions Franchise Set to Disrupt the $5 Trillion Health and Wellness Market

In today's rapidly evolving health and wellness landscape, the demand for effective, integrated, science-based weight management solutions is skyrocketing. Entrepreneurs seeking a rewarding and impactful business venture will find an unparalleled opportunity with Lindora, a leading provider of medically guided weight loss and metabolic health solutions under the Xponential Fitness umbrella. 

“Lindora is a mission-driven company,” said Lou DeFrancisco, president of Lindora Franchise. “The mission is to empower people to live healthier, longer lives. Every single person on the Lindora team, they all believe in this mission. They're passionate about making a difference in people's lives.”

The History of Lindora

Founded in 1971 in Southern California, Lindora has been a pioneer in the field of medically guided weight management programs and wellness solutions. Over the past five decades, Lindora has expanded to include 31 locations offering a comprehensive range of services, such as weight management programs, IV hydration, hormone replacement therapy (TRT) and the latest weight loss medications like GLP-1.

“Lindora’s approach to weight management is holistic and medically guided, setting it apart from other programs,” said DeFrancisco. “We offer personalized plans that incorporate nutrition, exercise and the latest innovations in weight loss medications to ensure clients achieve sustainable results.”

In 2024, Lindora was acquired by Xponential Fitness, one of the leading global franchisors of health and wellness brands with over 3,000 studios worldwide. Xponential’s portfolio of brands includes Club Pilates, the largest Pilates brand globally.; CycleBar, the largest indoor cycling brand in the U.S.; StretchLab, the largest assisted stretching brand in the U.S. offering one-on-one stretching services; AKT, a dance-based cardio workout combining toning, interval and circuit training; YogaSix, the largest boutique yoga brand globally; Pure Barre, the largest Barre brand globally offering a total body workout using the ballet barre to perform small isometric movements; and BFT (Body Fit Training), a group strength and functional training brand.

Now, following the acquisition, Lindora has officially launched its franchise opportunity and already fueled expansion efforts with multi-unit licenses awarded in key markets across the nation including Dallas, Texas; Boise, Idaho; Rochester and Buffalo, New York; Atlanta, Georgia; Chicago, Illinois; and Portland, Oregon. 

“We are thrilled to offer health-minded entrepreneurs the opportunity to become part of the Lindora family,” said DeFrancisco. “The brand’s proven approach to metabolic health and wellness, paired with the support and expertise of Xponential, will set our franchise partners up for success in delivering impactful solutions that empower individuals to live healthier lives while addressing the growing consumer demand for comprehensive health and wellness offerings.”

How Lindora Positions Franchisees for Success

As part of one of the leading franchisors of boutique health and wellness brands, Lindora franchisees benefit from extensive resources, a robust support network and impressive leadership expertise. 

Prior to leading Lindora, DeFrancisco, for example, was the president of Xponential’s group strength training brand, BFT, where he launched the Australian brand in North America. Prior to BFT, he was the president of StretchLab, which he grew into the largest assisted stretching brand which has almost 500 locations open globally and 990+ licensed locations. His nearly two decades of experience which has taken him through various verticals of fitness, including personal training, physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, acupuncture, massage therapy, stretching, and group strength training.

“I've been in health and fitness for over 20 years, always careful and conscious about my body,” said DeFrancisco. “The mindset used to be that lack of motivation and discipline were the main issues for those struggling with weight. However, recent research shows it's more than just discipline — different people have different DNA and needs. We're just scratching the surface with new weight loss medications. Lindora stands out because it combines wellness and medical services. Once franchise prospects understand we handle all the legal compliance, they can focus on the business model, which offers comprehensive weight loss and wellness services.”

Dr. Amy Lee, Lindora’s chief medical advisor, is triple-board certified in internal medicine, clinical nutrition and obesity medicine. She has been leading the metabolic health programs and innovations since 2016 and will continue to drive the foundational programs and innovations as the brand continues to scale nationally. 

“With all of our support, you don't have to have a medical background to own a Lindora franchise,” said DeFrancisco. “You don't have to be a nurse. You don't have to be a doctor. You just need to know how to run a business at the end of the day, or you need to have the ability to learn how to run a business. Xponential has done a great job of education and delivering an educational process for a prospect and giving them multiple touch points.”

Michael Hagerty, a Lindora franchisee in Atlanta, for example, came from a corporate career in occupational health and safety before joining the brand. “I wanted to take the last portion of my career in a direction where I had control of where my ship was going,” he said. “I was looking for franchise opportunities and was really excited about Lindora. It aligned well with my background: helping people live better lives.”

Hagerty also highlighted the value of Lindora’s support system: “Xponential Fitness, Lindora’s parent company, has a tremendous track record and offers comprehensive support to franchisees,” he said. “They build out the game plan, and we execute it. This partnership has been incredibly exciting and has positioned us for success.”

And with a diversified platform of 9 brands spanning fitness and wellness verticals, Xponential is committed to making boutique fitness and wellness programs accessible to everyone. This strategy includes opening up the opportunity for easy multi-brand franchising within the Xponential portfolio.

“From day one, our vision was to be a multi-brand parent company with shared services across all brands,” said DeFrancisco. “This strategy encourages franchisees to buy into other brands within the system. The core operating aspects — marketing, sales, and vendor partnerships — are the same across brands. The call-to-action may vary, but the underlying technology and systems for follow-up, communication and sales strategies are consistent and replicable across all brands.”

Why Now Is the Time To Invest in Lindora

The health and wellness market is experiencing remarkable growth, making now the ideal time to invest in a Lindora franchise. The market size reached $5.61 trillion in 2022 and is projected to grow to $8.47 trillion by 2027. This expansion is driven by increasing awareness of metabolic health and a shift towards preventative care, creating a high demand for effective, science-based weight loss solutions.

“This is a great product and offering at a time when obesity, health and weight management are incredible concerns across the U.S.,” said Hagerty. “We want to do anything we can to help people with that issue, ensuring they feel better about themselves and enjoy a higher quality of life. As franchisees, that is what we were looking for — that kind of life-changing impact on a real personal level.”

For those driven by making a positive impact on people’s lives through holistic health, the Lindora franchise is hard to beat. Plus, being part of this growing brand at an early stage offers significant advantages, including prime territory selection and the ability to shape the brand’s future. The total investment for a Lindora clinic ranges between $272,350 to $491,750.

“We’re super excited about Lindora’s potential,” said DeFrancisco. “The demand for holistic health services is growing rapidly, and Lindora is uniquely positioned to meet this demand with its evidence-based programs and innovative weight loss medications. Now is the perfect time to invest in a Lindora franchise and join a mission-driven company dedicated to empowering people to live healthier lives.”

For more information on franchising with Lindora, visit: https://www.xponential.com/lindora-franchising-1851