# Istanbul Fitness Week event

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/istanbul-fitness-week-event
> Updated: 2026-08-29T06:42:02.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Istanbul Fitness Week, organized by the Turkish Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation, was scheduled to take place from August 27 to August 30 at the Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Show and Art Center. The event was designed to unite the sports, fitness, wellness, and sports technology sectors, featuring approximately 150 companies and 250 participants.

During the event, the Turkish Bodybuilding and Fitness Championship was held, featuring various categories such as youth, adult, master, wheelchair bodybuilding, classic physique, and bikini fitness. The program included national team selections for the World Championship and educational activities focused on coaching and athlete nutrition. International components included the IFBB Semi Pro and the first IFBB World Fitness Sports Games in Turkey. The Venezuelan Consul General in Istanbul, Lissett Margarita Hernandez Marquez, attended the competitions to present awards to winners.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: Istanbul Fitness Week hosts Turkish Bodybuilding Championship

The Istanbul Fitness Week is hosting the Turkish Bodybuilding and Fitness Championship, featuring diverse athletic categories, industry professionals, and educational wellness sessions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/istanbul-fitness-week-hosts-turkish-bodybuilding-championship

### 2026-08-26: Istanbul Fitness Week to host championships and wellness industry leaders

Istanbul Fitness Week will be held from August 27-30, featuring national championships, IFBB international competitions, and industry showcases for the growing global wellness economy.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/istanbul-fitness-week-to-host-championships-and-wellness-industry-leaders

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