Matching articles for Fitness: 171
Feature Article - June 2014
This section summarizes the survey results from health, fitness and sports clubs, including new trends in programming and a positive outlook on budgets and memberships.
Feature Article - May 2014
Fitness facilities can encompass a wide range of designs, from bare-bones spaces to resort-like extravagances. Essential to any approach, though, is knowing the facility's audience.
Before You Go - May 2014
The five-year campaign, dubbed "Commit to Health," was designed to bring Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) standards to community park and recreation programs throughout the country. The campaign officially was announced in February at an event in Gwen Cherry Park in Miami.
Guest Column - April 2014
While there are myriad innovations on the market to boost your fitness facility's membership and engagement, sometimes it's smart to go back to basics.
Web Exclusive - April 2014
Performance training may be a niche specialty in the programming arena, but those who get it right can really make a difference in helping their clients and members achieve their goals.
Guest Column - March 2014
College students want many things from their fitness facilities. Balancing their needs and creating spaces for everyone to use and enjoy requires careful attention.
Feature Article - February 2014
From designing the best programming to attracting and retaining members, the experts have a good handle on how to manage your fitness facility most effectively.
Before You Go - February 2014
Repeatedly, statistics have shown that obesity among children and adults is increasing, with Type 2 diabetes and other related health problems on the rise as well, mainly as a result of poor diet and lack of exercise. According to information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website, more than one-third (34.9 percent) of adults were obese in 2011-2012, with the prevalence of obesity being higher among middle-aged adults (39.5 percent) than among younger (30.3 percent) or older (35.4 percent) adults.
Feature Article - January 2014
Ensuring members at your fitness facility are engaged in every aspect of wellness also means ensuring they can exercise safely. Here are some steps to build safety in from the ground up.
Facility Profile - January 2014
Facilities looking to make the most of their group fitness offerings can provide a hybrid approach, with some staff-led classes and some classes delivered via a unique offering that can be accessed anytime, anywhere.