Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
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October is “Exercise is Medicine On Campus Month”
Posted: September 23, 2015 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The college years are notorious for unhealthy habits. Are you looking for a way to bring some fun, healthy activities to your school? Kick off the school year by promoting Exercise is Medicine on your campus! Similar to Exercise is Medicine Month in May, Exercise is Medicine on Campus (EIM-OC) Month celebrates EIM among colleges and universities, promoting physical activity and celebrating the EIM movement during the month of October on college and university campuses. Read More...
InTouch Announces Nico Bot as New CEO
Posted: September 17, 2015 in Suppliers
VANCOUVER, BC - InTouch Technology Inc., a global leader in solutions to acquire and retain members for the Health & Fitness sector, announced that its Board of Directors appointed Nico Bot, co-founder of InTouch, the company's new Chief Executive Officer in addition to his continued role as a board member. Read More...
Fitness Industry Trends Around the Globe Examined
Posted: September 16, 2015 in Suppliers
BOSTON, MA and SAN DIEGO, CA - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) and ClubIntel released the inaugural International Fitness Industry Trend Report, “What’s All the Rage?” This study explores the offerings of fitness professionals and gym operators around the world and quantifies the data to reflect growth in trends over the past two years. Read More...
Big Ass Fans Donates 5% of Kentucky Sales for Cancer Center
Posted: September 10, 2015 in Suppliers
LEXINGTON, KY - Big Ass Fans will donate 5% of all Kentucky sales to help finish raising funds for a state-of-the-art cancer treatment suite at the University of Kentucky's Markey Cancer Center. The new radiation implant suite will provide comprehensive care for cancer patients using brachytherapy, an advanced form of treatment that delivers radioactive implants directly into cancerous tissue. Read More...
US Surgeon General Launches Campaign With National Call to Action on Walking
Posted: September 9, 2015 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The United States Surgeon General issued a call to action to address major public health challenges such as heart disease and diabetes. Step It Up! The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Promote Walking and Walkable Communities articulates the health benefits of walking while addressing the fact that many communities unacceptably lack safe and convenient places for individuals to walk or wheelchair roll. Read More...
Precor and Spinning Join Forces to Produce Brand New Line of Spinner Indoor Cycling Equipment
Posted: September 3, 2015 in Suppliers
VENICE, CA and WOODINVILLE, WA - Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc., creators of the Spinning indoor cycling program and Spinner line of bikes, and Precor, a leading provider of personalized fitness solutions, announced an exclusive worldwide distribution agreement under which Precor will assume all commercial Spinner bike production for an entirely new line of commercial Spinner indoor cycling equipment. Read More...
ACE Survey Examines Impact Of Wearable Activity Devices On The Fitness Industry
Posted: September 3, 2015 in Suppliers
SAN DIEGO, CA - Whether they are counting calories, tracking steps or monitoring sleep patterns, many consumers find measuring their progress and milestones an important part of their health and fitness routine. It’s no wonder wearable devices are becoming ubiquitous, both inside and outside the gym. According to the Consumer Electronics Association, estimated revenues from fitness and activity tracking devices, which include fitness activity bands, smartwatches and smart eyewear, will reach $5.1 billion in 2015. Read More...
Webinar: Effective Ways to Increase Your Club’s Retention
Posted: September 2, 2015 in Suppliers
On Tuesday, September 8, Maria Parrella-Turco, Senior Partner of New Paradigm Partners, will be hosting an educational webinar entitled Effective Ways to Increase Your Club's Retention. Read More...
Fitness Software Pioneer, Adam Zeitsiff, Joins h2 wellness As Chief Sales Officer
Posted: September 2, 2015 in Suppliers
LOS ANGELES, CA - h2 wellness, a cloud-based, digital health, wellness and engagement company, announced the expansion of its executive management team with the addition of Adam Zeitsiff as Chief Sales Officer. Read More...
Netpulse Announces International Expansion with Office in London
Posted: August 24, 2015 in Suppliers
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Netpulse, a provider of branded club mobile apps, announced the opening of an international office in London. It will be led by fitness industry veteran Alex Peacock, formerly Managing Director at Zoom Media. Peacock will join the Netpulse leadership team as Vice President, International. Read More...
