{"id":5876,"date":"2020-08-10T00:00:23","date_gmt":"2020-08-10T04:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.clubinsideronline.com\/news\/?p=5876"},"modified":"2020-08-18T14:48:17","modified_gmt":"2020-08-18T18:48:17","slug":"exos-covid-19-reopening-approach-and-standards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.clubinsideronline.com\/news\/chains\/exos-covid-19-reopening-approach-and-standards\/","title":{"rendered":"EXOS\u2019 COVID-19 Reopening Approach and Standards"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clubinsideronline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exos-300x74.png\" alt=\"EXOS\" width=\"300\" height=\"74\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-474\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.clubinsideronline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exos-300x74.png 300w, http:\/\/www.clubinsideronline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exos-200x49.png 200w, http:\/\/www.clubinsideronline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exos.png 302w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>EXOS<\/p>\n<p><strong>PHOENIX, AZ<\/strong> &#8211; COVID-19 has made many things in the world unpredictable, but a member&#8217;s health at a facility shouldn\u2019t be one of them. In response to the changes in our world, EXOS, a leader in the field of human performance, created an internal task force dedicated to safely and thoughtfully reopening EXOS-branded and client-based fitness centers safely:<\/p>\n<h3>COVID-19 Task Force<\/h3>\n<p>The task force developed a multi-phased reopening sequence that builds on EXOS\u2019 already industry-leading standards and takes into consideration city, state, and local guidelines as well as recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institutes of Health, and the International Health, Racquet &#038; Sportsclub Association. This approach is then customized to meet the individual needs of each business, client, and location.<\/p>\n<h3>Personal Protective Equipment<\/p>\n<h3>\n<p>Mask guidelines vary based on city, state, and local mandates. Members, clients, and athletes should check with the facility they\u2019re attending to find out if masks are required. Learn more about mask safety from the CDC.<\/p>\n<h3>Cleaning and Sanitation<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to EXOS\u2019 pre-existing cleaning protocols, we\u2019ve now enhanced our cleaning regimen to align with the CDC\u2019s updated coronavirus guidelines. These include cleaning more frequently and using cleaning solutions with at least 70% alcohol and\/or EPA-approved products. Our team also works closely with janitorial and on-site staff to ensure adherence to new policies.<\/p>\n<h3>Locker rooms and Showers<\/h3>\n<p>Locker room and shower recommendations vary by facility. Each facility\u2019s locker rooms and showers will be evaluated and adjusted to encourage adequate spacing, and cleaning supplies will be provided to wipe down lockers and surfaces before and after each use. High-touch amenities, such as cotton swabs and hair ties, may be removed.<\/p>\n<h3>Sanitizers and Cleaning Wipes<\/p>\n<h3>\n<p>Facilities will provide hand-washing stations, hand sanitizer, and cleaning wipes.<\/p>\n<h3>Health Checks and Notifications<\/h3>\n<p>Each facility has different health check and notification guidelines based on city, state, and local mandates. Please check with your facility to understand their guidelines.<\/p>\n<h3>Distancing and Fitness Center capacity<\/h3>\n<p>Capacity will vary given the different sizes and setups of fitness centers. However, all sites will adhere to city, state, and local guidelines to ensure social distancing. In general, our facilities will have floor decals set 6 feet apart, directional floor decals to create one-way traffic flow where appropriate, and equipment will be removed from the training floor or shut down to abide by distancing guidelines.<\/p>\n<h3>Signage and Marketing Materials<\/h3>\n<p>All of our facilities are provided with marketing materials to help communicate the fitness center reopening and guidelines. Materials include member email communications, floor decals for social distancing, and signage that covers CDC guidelines, hand-washing tips, and more.<\/p>\n<h3>Additional Reopening Resources<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.teamexos.com\/work-smart\/steps-to-reopening-fitness-center\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">EXOS\u2019 5-step plan for reopening fitness centers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.teamexos.com\/work-smart\/fitness-center-reopening\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">5 things to consider when reopening your fitness centers<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.teamexos.com\/work-smart\/fitness-center-cleaning\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">How to effectively clean your fitness center<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>What Clients and Members are Saying<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cI really appreciate how much effort is put into keeping my gym experience safe yet effective.\u201d \u2013 Jeff M.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re excited about coming to the gym once it\u2019s open and truly appreciate all of your and the staff\u2019s hard work to ensure everyone\u2019s safe.\u201d \u2013 Cynthia and Fred W.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel very safe at the fitness center. We couldn\u2019t ask for a more reasonable fitness center. Thanks for all your hard work.\u201d \u2013 Steven S.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019ve been to the gym nearly every day since you reopened. The gym is very important to me, and I appreciate everything the staff does to maintain a healthy environment.\u201d \u2013 Anthony Q.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m very impressed with the enhanced safety protocols (cleaning, limiting numbers, and equipment) and enhanced physical distancing. I feel completely safe at the fitness center.\u201d<br \/>\n\u2014 James S.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHaving a break to visit the gym for a quick workout has always been invaluable for me. It does really help me keep my stress level down and helps me be more productive with the rest of my day! That is more important than ever during these crazy times.\u201d \u2013 James S.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel completely safe at the fitness center. I would be hesitant to go to a gym outside of [my on-site workplace fitness center], since I don\u2019t know how dedicated the other patrons or staff may be.\u201d \u2013 Anonymous<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><strong>PHOENIX, AZ<\/strong> &#8211; COVID-19 has made many things in the world unpredictable, but a member&#8217;s health at a facility shouldn\u2019t be one of them. 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