http://fitnessmanagement.com/Fitness Management News2008/07/01 00:00At what point does there become a need for government to step in and take some sort of authoritative role?http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2429&z=02008/07/01 00:00These innovations were entered into the 2007 Nova7 Facility Award competition: Delco Race Series; Craig Ranch Fall Festival; Roadmap to a Healthier Youhttp://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2430&z=02008/07/01 00:00What is a "stitch in the side"? Do free weights produce better results than machines? Does alcohol reduce the risk of stroke?http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2431&z=02008/07/01 00:00"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?"http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2432&z=02008/07/01 00:00Music, 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.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2433&z=02008/07/01 00:00Using email and the Internet to communicate with members and prospects can help you to grow your business.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2435&z=02008/07/01 00:00Fitness industry leaders and facility operators in the U.S. should look abroad for new ideas about technology, service, programming, pricing, design and more.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2437&z=02008/07/01 00:00Fitness 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.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2439&z=02008/07/01 00:00Fitness 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.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2441&z=02008/07/01 00:00A new business organizational model could bring some big changes to the fitness industry.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2443&z=02008/07/01 00:00When other fitness facilities put their used equipment up for auction, you can find some great bargains.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2444&z=02008/07/01 00:00Keeping waivers crystal clear can protect your fitness center from lawsuits.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2445&z=02008/07/01 00:00Focus on the six dimensions of wellness to transform your fitness center into a wellness center.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2446&z=02008/07/01 00:00As people age, their physiological needs change — and so should your fitness and diet recommendations.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2447&z=02008/07/01 00:00Exercise and good nutrition promote health and quality of life.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2448&z=02008/07/01 00:00Successful 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.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2449&z=02008/07/01 00:00From 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.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2450&z=02008/06/01 00:00Why would an industry risk putting another industry or others in financial straits only to, eventually, cause financial problems for itself?http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2404&z=02008/06/01 00:00What type of weight-loss program is most successful? Will magnetic insoles help to ease heel pain? Does pangamic acid increase endurance?http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2405&z=02008/06/01 00:00These innovations were entered into the 2007 Nova7 Facility Award competition: Lakeshore 500/Tri-it-Your Way Triathlon; Community Outreach; Steel Designhttp://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2406&z=02008/06/01 00:00The 'solution' is to focus not only on your business plan, but also on the safety and security issues that could affect the long-term financial picture of your facility.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2407&z=02008/06/01 00:00Keeping the personal and financial information of your members safe should be a top priority, and choosing the right management software can help.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2408&z=02008/06/01 00:00Leases and loans are two popular financing options when buying used equipment. Find out which is best for your fitness center.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2410&z=02008/06/01 00:00Can 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!http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2412&z=02008/06/01 00:00Is this new technology giving off good vibrations, or is it on shaky ground?http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2414&z=02008/06/01 00:00Fitness facility operators are now integrating online technological tools as part of their membership offerings, which provide motivation for members, as well as an additional revenue stream for the fitness center.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2416&z=02008/06/01 00:00Sales managers are the key to creating disciplined and effective sales practices.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2419&z=02008/06/01 00:00Those of us who have their own money at risk don't have a lot in common with CEOs from large companies managing someone else's business.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2421&z=02008/06/01 00:00Emergency response concerns are a big problem for turnkey operations.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2422&z=02008/06/01 00:00To be relevant to older adults, your fitness center's marketing messages must reflect their needs, aspirations and lifestyles.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2423&z=02008/06/01 00:00Start slowly and build gradually so activity helps you feel better, not worse.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2424&z=02008/06/01 00:00Trainers need to take a different approach to best serve clients with chronic pain.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2425&z=02008/06/01 00:00Beginning exercisers who performed strrength training repetitions more slowly experienced significantly greater strength gains.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2426&z=02008/06/01 00:00Great customer service and program options for all ages are the driving forces behind the success at Fitness One.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2427&z=02008/05/01 00:00While hiring the right person for any job is crucial, it couldn't be more important for the fitness-services business for the obvious reason: Our industry is all about service.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2381&z=02008/05/01 00:00Does an elliptical compare to a treadmill in terms of intensity? Are company-sponsored studies biased? Do spicy foods increase metabolic rate?http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2382&z=02008/05/01 00:00These innovations were entered into the 2007 Nova7 Facility Award competition: New Year's Resolution Challenge; Pink and Cancer Wellfit; Weight Loss Challenge! http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2383&z=02008/05/01 00:00The 'solution' is to hire the right people, provide them with the direction to succeed and celebrate their successes.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2384&z=02008/05/01 00:00Securing corporate memberships is differrent — and can be more difficult — then the usual sales process.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2385&z=02008/05/01 00:00Despite the best efforts to turn a dommed project around, Elevation's shuttered steam rooms are a monument to failure.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2386&z=02008/05/01 00:00Protect your fitness center with a waiver that covers your entire facility and a wide range of activities.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2387&z=02008/05/01 00:00At a time when discretionary income is tight, the population most likely to view a fitness membership as a necessary expense is older adults.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2388&z=02008/05/01 00:00Your members and clients are at risk for diminishing bone health as they reach older ages, but there are ways you can help them stay strong.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2389&z=02008/05/01 00:00High-impact activities are key to keeping bones healthy and strong.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2390&z=02008/05/01 00:00Making eco-friendly choices in your fitness facility seems relatively uncomplicated. But when it comes time to make green flooring choices, things get more complicated.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2391&z=02008/05/01 00:00AYC Health & Fitness celebrates its 22 years in business by doing what it does best: offering personalized training programs for its wide range of clients.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2392&z=02008/05/01 00:00Staff training, development and education are a must for fitness facailities in order to achieve long-term financial service and program-based goals.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2394&z=02008/05/01 00:00Even with the rising cost of health insurance coverage, many facilities provide medical insurance as a way to attract and keep quality staff, and as acknowledgement that fitness centers are part of the healthcare continuum.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2396&z=02008/05/01 00:00Once your trainers and group exercise instructors know the basics, there are other interesting trainings and certifications available. These unique classes and programs can give your fitness center an edge over the competition.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2398&z=02008/05/01 00:00The Pilates Chair is smaller than the Reformer, and is versatile in the number of exercises that can be performed on it. Find out the basics for implementing a Pilates Chair class in your facility.http://fitnessmanagement.com/articles/?a=2400&z=0