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A Benchmark for Accessibility
(July 2008 - Joseph D. Lore)
From equipment to flooring to lockers, staff at the Syracuse University Fitness Center at Marshall Square Mall made every effort to make the facility accessible to individuals of all levels of physical ability.
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Are We Ready for Wii?
(July 2008 - Heather Peavey)
Successful personal trainers get creative with accessories to keep clients' workouts interesting. Yet, sometimes the best fitness accessories aren't actually fitness equipment at all — like the Nintendo Wii video game system.
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Big Brother's Just Rewards
(July 2008 - Ronale Tucker Rhodes)
At what point does there become a need for government to step in and take some sort of authoritative role?
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Buying Equipment: Going Once, Going Twice
(July 2008 - Rob Bishop)
When other fitness facilities put their used equipment up for auction, you can find some great bargains.
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Enter the Wellness Dimension
(July 2008 - Colin Milner)
Focus on the six dimensions of wellness to transform your fitness center into a wellness center.
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Entertaining Members
(July 2008 - Anne B. McDonnell)
Music, television and other audio/visual systems are designed to keep your members entertained while exercising. Here, facility owners and managers share what systems they offer, and how they benefit business.
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Fitness Q & A
(July 2008 - Matt Brzycki)
What is a "stitch in the side"? Do free weights produce better results than machines? Does alcohol reduce the risk of stroke?
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Global Enlightenment
(July 2008 - Stephen Tharrett, M.S., and James A. Peterson, Ph.D., FACSM)
Fitness industry leaders and facility operators in the U.S. should look abroad for new ideas about technology, service, programming, pricing, design and more.
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Healthy Aging
(July 2008 - Barbara A. Brehm)
Exercise and good nutrition promote health and quality of life.
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How Funky is Your Facility?
(July 2008 - Stephen Tharrett and James A. Peterson)
A new business organizational model could bring some big changes to the fitness industry.
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Meet the Expert: Youth
(July 2008 - Stephen A. Black, DSc, PT, ATC/L, NSCA-CPT)
Fitness programs for children need to be fun and appropriate for young bodies. Interval training, strength training and new technology-based equipment can all play a role in exercise programs for young people.
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N7 2007 Rest of the Best
(July 2008 - Fitness Management)
These innovations were entered into the 2007 Nova7 Facility Award competition: Delco Race Series; Craig Ranch Fall Festival; Roadmap to a Healthier You
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Nutrition and Weight Control for Older Clients
(July 2008 - Barbara A. Brehm)
As people age, their physiological needs change — and so should your fitness and diet recommendations.
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Research Update: Assess For Success
(July 2008 - Wayne L. Westcott, Ph.D., CSCS and Mike Reeves)
Fitness assessments serve as a baseline for exercise prescriptions, and help to track progress and motivate members. The YMCA of Greater Kansas City shares its indepth assessment program, its results and lessons learned.
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The 'Issue' Is Current Trends
(July 2008 - Ronale Tucker Rhodes)
"What do you think is the No. 1 trend that will have the greatest effect on the future of our industry in the next 10 years, and why?"
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Virtual Tools For Your Facility
(July 2008 - Kelly Coulter)
Using email and the Internet to communicate with members and prospects can help you to grow your business.
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Why Some Waivers Fail
(July 2008 - Doyice J. Cotten)
Keeping waivers crystal clear can protect your fitness center from lawsuits.
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Creating a Culture of Sales Success
(June 2008 - Stephen Tharrett and James A. Peterson)
Sales managers are the key to creating disciplined and effective sales practices.
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Evaluating Your Liability Waiver
(June 2008 - Doyice J. Cotten)
Can a good waiver actually save you money? Use these waiver evaluation questions to determine how well your waiver will hold up in a lawsuite — which can get quite costly!
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Financing Used Equipment
(June 2008 - Paul Bosley)
Leases and loans are two popular financing options when buying used equipment. Find out which is best for your fitness center.
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Fitness Q &A
(June 2008 - Matt Brzycki)
What type of weight-loss program is most successful? Will magnetic insoles help to ease heel pain? Does pangamic acid increase endurance?
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Making Your Marketing Relevant
(June 2008 - Colin Milner)
To be relevant to older adults, your fitness center's marketing messages must reflect their needs, aspirations and lifestyles.
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Meet the Expert: Whole Body Vibration
(June 2008 - Rex Owens)
Is this new technology giving off good vibrations, or is it on shaky ground?
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Member Focus Brings Profits
(June 2008 - Anne B. McDonnell)
Great customer service and program options for all ages are the driving forces behind the success at Fitness One.
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N7 Rest of the Best
(June 2008 - Fitness Management)
These innovations were entered into the 2007 Nova7 Facility Award competition: Lakeshore 500/Tri-it-Your Way Triathlon; Community Outreach; Steel Design
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