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Anytime Fitness Adds Digital Muscle with the Acquisition of PumpOne
Posted: December 21, 2015 in Chains
HASTINGS, MN - Anticipating the needs and preferences of current and future gym members, Anytime Fitness announced that it has purchased PumpOne, a leading mobile personal training services provider featuring the world's largest exercise image and video library. Read More...
Carondelet High School to Acquire ClubSport Valley Vista
Posted: December 21, 2015 in Chains
PLEASANTON, CA - Carondelet High School announced that it has signed a purchase service agreement to acquire ClubSport Valley Vista from Leisure Sports, Inc. in an effort to support the school's students, most of whom participate on one or more of the school’s athletic teams. Read More...
World Gym Honors Mike Uretz With Joe Gold Lifetime Acheivement Award
Posted: December 17, 2015 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - World Gym International, the iconic global brand for bodybuilding and seriously fun fitness, has awarded Mike Uretz the Joe Gold Lifetime Acheivement Award. The award is presented annually to the individual who best exemplifies the principles on which Joe Gold built World Gym. Read More...
ClubCorp Acquires Bernardo Heights Country Club
Posted: December 17, 2015 in Chains
DALLAS, TX - ClubCorp - The World Leader in Private Clubs (NYSE: MYCC) - announces the acquisition of Bernardo Heights Country Club, a private, previously member-owned club located in north county San Diego. ClubCorp plans a multimillion-dollar reinvention project that will bring new dining, social and family features that will enhance the club experience. Read More...
National Strength and Conditioning Association Welcomes New Executive Director
Posted: December 17, 2015 in Suppliers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - A seasoned professional with a history of leading nonprofit, membership-based associations, Michael Massik joins the NSCA as Executive Director effective in January 2016. “Michael brings a wealth of experience from his work with nonprofits, but also has experience working with the sport of weightlifting which is closely aligned with the strength and conditioning profession,” explains Dr. Greg Haff, NSCA Board President. Read More...
Bill Parisi Co-Authors Book on Mental Toughness for Kids
Posted: December 17, 2015 in Suppliers
WYCKOFF, NJ - From pre-game to post-game, from pre-season to post-season, athletics provide great opportunity for kids all around the world, but it also presents them with their share of challenges. In most cases, parents exacerbate these issues by not knowing the proper strategies to get their athlete in the right frame of mind to confront and overcome these obstacles. Now, parents can have these tactics in the palm of their hands by purchasing “Don’t ‘Should’ On Your Kids: Build Their Mental Toughness,” written by Dr. Rob Bell and Bill Parisi and sponsored by TeamSnap. This book gives parents, as well as coaches, educators and other mentors, a guide to help an athlete overcome the mental challenges that can prevent them from reaching his or her goals. Read More...
New Best Practices for Team Physicians Published
Posted: December 16, 2015 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and five other professional organizations released a new team physician consensus statement that outlines best practices for injury and illness prevention for athletes of all levels. This statement is the newest paper in a series published since 2000 that addresses pertinent topics such as return-to-play decisions, concussion treatment, injury and illness prevention, sideline preparedness, psychological issues and other important topics. The team physician consensus statements serve as a reliable resource for team physicians and other medical professionals treating athletes, and can provide peace of mind for coaches, athletes, parents of youth athletes and the general public. Read More...
NEHRSA Seeks Executive Director
Posted: December 15, 2015 in Suppliers
Do you love event planning and bringing like-minded people together? Are you passionate and excited about fitness? If so, this may be the position for you! It's a perfect blend of fitness and fun, education and networking. The New England Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (NEHRSA) is looking to hire a full-time Boston-based executive director. Read More...
The Music Run Brings the Beat to the USA in January 2016
Posted: December 15, 2015 in Chains
LOS ANGELES, CA - The Music Run, powered by 24 Hour Fitness, the ultimate 5K run and music festival, is bringing the beat to the LA Fairplex in Pomona on Saturday, January 9, 2016. L.A. is one of over 40 cities in over 18 countries that The Music Run will be introduced to in 2016, making it one of the fastest growing fun run events of its kind worldwide. Read More...
Planet Fitness Now Open in Weatherford, Texas
Posted: December 14, 2015 in Chains
WEATHERFORD, TX - Planet Fitness, the innovative health club franchise known for its Judgement Free Zone and affordable prices, announced a new location in Weatherford, Texas. The 20,000 square foot club is currently offering special memberships for just $1 down and $10 a month with no commitment. Read More...
