FITLIFE BRANDS, INC.
For the period ended Dec 31, 2025. Filed Mar 31, 2026.
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FY2025 · Filed Mar 31, 2026
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Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-K
Period ended 2024-12-31; filed 2025-03-27.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsCurrent report: 10-K
Period ended 2025-12-31; filed 2026-03-31.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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Added paragraphs (3)
Current report
We are currently a smaller reporting company. If we become an accelerated filer, we will be required to obtain an auditor attestation on our internal control over financial reporting.
Current report
We are currently a smaller reporting company and are not required to obtain an auditor attestation report on the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting pursuant to Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. We will remain a smaller reporting company until the last day of the fiscal year in which our annual revenue equals or exceeds $100 million during such completed fiscal year and the market value of our ordinary shares held by non-affiliates equals or exceeds $75 million as of the prior June 30. If we exceed the applicable revenue or public float thresholds and become an accelerated filer, we will be required to comply with Section 404(b), which will require our independent registered public accounting firm to attest to, and report on, the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting.
Current report
As of December 31, 2025, management has concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was effective, as required under Section 404(a). However, the standards and level of testing required for an auditor attestation under Section 404(b) may be more extensive and may potentially identify deficiencies in our internal control over financial reporting. In addition, compliance with Section 404(b) may result in increased legal, accounting, and compliance costs and may require significant management time and resources.
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Previous wording
Approximately 66% of our total sales during the year ended December 31, 2024 were through Amazon’s U.S. marketplace, while all other sales through e-commerce channels contributed approximately 2% of our total sales. We are subject to the terms of service of Amazon and other marketplaces and various other seller policies and services that apply to third parties selling products on Amazon and other marketplaces. Generally, a marketplace has the right to terminate or suspend our participation in the marketplace if they believe we are violating the terms of service. Such marketplace may take other actions against us such as suspending or terminating a seller account or product listing and withholding payments owed to us indefinitely. If product listings were suspended for a prolonged period of time, or if Amazon were to terminate our selling account, this would have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and prospects. While we endeavor to materially comply with the terms of services of the marketplaces on which we operate, we can provide no assurance that these marketplaces will have the same determination with respect to our compliance.
Current wording
Approximately 49% of our total sales during the year ended December 31, 2025 were through Amazon’s U.S. marketplace, while all other sales through e-commerce channels contributed approximately 2% of our total sales. We are subject to the terms of service of Amazon and other marketplaces and various other seller policies and services that apply to third parties selling products on Amazon and other marketplaces. Generally, a marketplace has the right to terminate or suspend our participation in the marketplace if they believe we are violating the terms of service. Such marketplace may take other actions against us such as suspending or terminating a seller account or product listing and withholding payments owed to us indefinitely. If product listings were suspended for a prolonged period of time, or if Amazon were to terminate our selling account, this would have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and prospects. While we endeavor to materially comply with the terms of services of the marketplaces on which we operate, we can provide no assurance that these marketplaces will have the same determination with respect to our compliance.
Previous wording
We are currently dependent on sales to GNC for a significant portion of our sales.
Current wording
We are currently dependent on sales to GNC for a substantial portion of our sales.
Previous wording
Sales to GNC’s centralized distribution platform, including indirect distribution of product to domestic and international franchisees, accounted for approximately 23% and 33% of our total sales for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. GNC’s franchisees are not required to carry our products. In the event GNC ceases purchasing products from us, or otherwise reduces its purchases, our total revenue will be negatively impacted, and such impact could be material. Moreover, the transition to GNC’s centralized distribution system had the effect of concentrating a significant portion of our accounts receivable with a single payor. Prior to the transition, we collected receivables from individual franchisees. We anticipate that GNC will continue to represent a substantial portion of all accounts receivable for the foreseeable future. In the event that our sales to GNC decrease, our results from operations will be negatively affected, and such effect may be material.
Current wording
Sales to GNC’s centralized distribution platform, including indirect distribution of product to domestic and international franchisees, accounted for approximately 14% and 23% of our total sales for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, although we anticipate that the percentage of sales to GNC to continue to decrease in the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026 due to the acquisition of Irwin and the recognition of a full year of sales attributable to those brands. GNC’s franchisees are not required to carry our products. In the event GNC ceases purchasing products from us, or otherwise reduces its purchases, our total revenue will be negatively impacted, and such impact could be material. Moreover, the transition to GNC’s centralized distribution system had the effect of concentrating a significant portion of our accounts receivable with a single payor. Prior to the transition, we collected receivables from individual franchisees. We anticipate that GNC will continue to represent a substantial portion of all accounts receivable for the foreseeable future. In the event that our sales to GNC decrease, our results from operations will be negatively affected, and such effect may be material.
Previous wording
We currently are focusing our marketing efforts on increasing the sale of products to GNC, both domestically and internationally, as well as increasing the number of retailers selling MusclePharm products. In addition, we are focused on increasing our direct-to-consumer revenue through e-commerce platforms such as Amazon. We may not be able to successfully increase sales through these channels. Moreover, unilateral decisions could be taken by our distributors or customers to discontinue all or any of our products that they are carrying or selling at any time, which would cause our business to suffer. Further, the inability to sell our products through e-commerce platforms, including Amazon, would materially impact our sales and operating results.
Current wording
We currently are focusing our marketing efforts on increasing the sale of products to our wholesale customers, both domestically and internationally, as well as increasing the number of retailers selling our other brands, which represent a growing percentage of our revenue. In addition, we are focused on increasing our direct-to-consumer revenue through e-commerce platforms such as Amazon. We may not be able to successfully increase sales through these channels. Moreover, unilateral decisions could be taken by our distributors or customers to discontinue all or any of our products that they are carrying or selling at any time, which would cause our business to suffer. Further, the inability to sell our products through e-commerce platforms, including Amazon, would materially impact our sales and operating results.
Previous wording
Consumers are increasingly shopping through e-commerce websites and mobile commerce applications, and this trend is significantly altering the retail landscape in our category. If we are unable to compete effectively in the expanding e-commerce market or develop the data analytics capabilities needed to generate actionable commercial insights, our business performance may be impacted, which may negatively impact our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.
Current wording
Consumers are increasingly shopping through e-commerce websites and mobile commerce applications, and this trend is anticipated to continue, significantly altering the retail landscape in our category. If we are unable to compete effectively in the expanding e-commerce market or develop the data analytics capabilities needed to generate actionable commercial insights, our business performance may be impacted, which may negatively impact our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.
Previous wording
We are dependent on Dayton Judd, our Chair and Chief Executive Officer, for the continued performance of our business. There can be no assurance that he will continue to be employed by us for a particular period of time. The loss of Mr. Judd or and other executive officer or key personnel could harm our business, financial condition, cash flow and results of operations. We have not purchased any insurance policies with respect to Mr. Judd or any other executive officer in the event of the death or disability of Mr. Judd or any other executive officer. Therefore, if Mr. Judd or any of the member of our executive management team dies or becomes disabled, we will not receive any compensation to assist in their absence.
Current wording
We are dependent on Dayton Judd, our Chair and Chief Executive Officer, for the continued performance of our business. There can be no assurance that he will continue to be employed by us for a particular period of time. The loss of Mr. Judd, other executive officers, key personnel, or a combination of the three, could harm our business, financial condition, cash flow and results of operations. We have not purchased any insurance policies with respect to Mr. Judd or any other executive officer in the event of the death or disability of Mr. Judd or any other executive officer. Therefore, if Mr. Judd or any of the member of our executive management team dies or becomes disabled, we will not receive any compensation to assist in their absence.
Previous wording
The success of our strategy depends on a well-defined management structure and the availability of a management team with proven competencies in the identification, acquisition and integration of complementary companies and assets. To implement our business plan, we will need to keep the personnel that we currently have and, if our business is to grow as planned, we will need additional personnel. We cannot assure you that we will be successful in retaining our present team or in attracting and retaining additional personnel. If we are unable to attract and retainkey personnel or are unable to do so in a cost-effective manner, our business may be materially and adversely affected.
Current wording
The success of our strategy depends on a well-defined management structure and the availability of a management team with proven competencies in the identification, acquisition and integration of complementary companies and assets. To implement our business plan, we will need to keep the personnel that we currently have and, if our business is to grow as planned, we will need additional personnel. We cannot assure you that we will be successful in retaining our present team or in attracting and retaining additional personnel. If we are unable to attract and retain key personnel or are unable to do so in a cost-effective manner, our business may be materially and adversely affected.
Previous wording
As a result of economic conditions, we may be unable to raise our prices sufficiently to protect profit margins. We have previously experienced inflationary headwinds across our business, and although inflationary pressures have abated, any increase in inflation from current levels may result in our inability to achieve price increases or cost savings. And uncertain or unfavorable economic conditions have and could continue to negatively impact the financial stability of our customers or suppliers, which could lead to increased uncollectible receivables or non-performance. Current global geopolitical tensions, including related to Ukraine and the Middle East, may exacerbate any economic downturn and inflation. Any of these events could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.
Current wording
As a result of economic conditions, we may be unable to raise our prices sufficiently to protect profit margins. We have previously experienced inflationary headwinds across our business, and although inflationary pressures have abated, any increase in inflation from current levels may result in our inability to achieve price increases or cost savings. And uncertain or unfavorable economic conditions have and could continue to negatively impact the financial stability of our customers or suppliers, which could lead to increased uncollectible receivables or non-performance. Current global geopolitical tensions, including related to Ukraine and the Middle East, may exacerbate any economic downturn and inflation. Any of these events could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flow.
Previous wording
We may incur substantial debt in conjunction with our M&A strategy, which could have a negative impact on our liquidity position and which could adversely affect our business.
Current wording
We have incurred substantial debt in conjunction with our acquisitions and may incur additional debt in connection with our M&A strategy, which could have a negative impact on our liquidity position and which could adversely affect our business.
Previous wording
As of December 31, 2024, we had approximately $13.0 million in aggregate principal amount of total debt, and we may incur additional indebtedness to fund future acquisitions. Our overall leverage and the terms of our financing arrangements could (i) limit our ability to obtain additional financing in the future for working capital, capital expenditures or acquisitions, to fund growth or for general corporate purposes, even when necessary to maintain adequate liquidity; (ii) make it more difficult for us to satisfy the terms of our obligations under the terms of our financing arrangements; (iii) limit our ability to refinance our indebtedness on terms acceptable to us, or at all; (iv) limit our flexibility to plan for and to adjust to changing business and market conditions in the markets in which we operate and increase our vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions; (v) require us to dedicate a substantial portion of our cash flow from operations to make interest and principal payments on our debt, thereby limiting the availability of our cash flow to fund future investments, capital expenditures, working capital, business activities and other general corporate requirements; (vi) increase our vulnerability to adverse economic or industry conditions; and (vii) subject us to higher levels of indebtedness than our competitors, which may cause a competitive disadvantage and may reduce our flexibility in responding to increased competition.
Current wording
As of December 31, 2025, we had approximately $44.7 million in aggregate principal amount of total debt, and we may incur additional indebtedness to fund future acquisitions. Our overall leverage and the terms of our financing arrangements could (i) limit our ability to obtain additional financing in the future for working capital, capital expenditures or acquisitions, to fund growth or for general corporate purposes, even when necessary to maintain adequate liquidity; (ii) make it more difficult for us to satisfy the terms of our obligations under the terms of our financing arrangements; (iii) limit our ability to refinance our indebtedness on terms acceptable to us, or at all; (iv) limit our flexibility to plan for and to adjust to changing business and market conditions in the markets in which we operate and increase our vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions; (v) require us to dedicate a substantial portion of our cash flow from operations to make interest and principal payments on our debt, thereby limiting the availability of our cash flow to fund future investments, capital expenditures, working capital, business activities and other general corporate requirements; (vi) increase our vulnerability to adverse economic or industry conditions; and (vii) subject us to higher levels of indebtedness than our competitors, which may cause a competitive disadvantage and may reduce our flexibility in responding to increased competition.
Previous wording
We completed the acquisition of Mimi’s Rock Corp. on February 28, 2023 and the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of MusclePharm on October 10, 2023. From time to time, we may evaluate and pursue additional potential acquisitions or other strategic transactions. Evaluating potential transactions, including divestitures, requires additional expenditures (including legal, accounting and due diligence expenses, higher administrative costs to support the acquired entities and information technology, personnel and other integration expenses), and may divert the attention of our management from day-to-day operating matters. Companies or operations we acquire or joint ventures we enter into may not be profitable or may not achieve the anticipated profitability that justifies our investments.
Current wording
We completed the acquisition of Mimi’s Rock Corp. on February 28, 2023, the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of MusclePharm on October 10, 2023 and the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Irwin on August 8, 2025. From time to time, we may evaluate and pursue additional potential acquisitions or other strategic transactions. Evaluating potential transactions, including divestitures, requires additional expenditures (including legal, accounting and due diligence expenses, higher administrative costs to support the acquired entities and information technology, personnel and other integration expenses), and may divert the attention of our management from day-to-day operating matters. Companies or operations we acquire or joint ventures we enter into may not be profitable or may not achieve the anticipated profitability that justifies our investments.
Previous wording
The market price of the securities of a company can be subject to wide price swings. For example, the closing price of our Common Stock has ranged from a high of $17.50 to a low of $9.60 during the year ending December 31, 2024. The market price of our securities may be subject to wide changes in response to quarterly variations in operating results, announcements of new products by us or our competitors, reports by securities analysts, volume traded, or other events or factors. In addition, the financial markets have experienced significant price and volume fluctuations for a number of reasons, including exogenous factors as well as the failure of certain companies to meet market expectations. These broad market price swings, or any industry-specific market fluctuations, may adversely affect the market price of our securities.
Current wording
The market price of the securities of a company can be subject to wide price swings. For example, the closing price of our Common Stock has ranged from a high of $20.76 to a low of $10.40 during the year ending December 31, 2025. The market price of our securities may be subject to wide changes in response to quarterly variations in operating results, announcements of new products by us or our competitors, reports by securities analysts, volume traded, or other events or factors. In addition, the financial markets have experienced significant price and volume fluctuations for a number of reasons, including exogenous factors as well as the failure of certain companies to meet market expectations. These broad market price swings, or any industry-specific market fluctuations, may adversely affect the market price of our securities.