Almaden athletic club in San Jose thrives through the dive Jul 30, 2009
Always trying to stay ahead of industry trends, Shank kept the tennis courts, but converted the racquetball courts to expanded space for fitness equipment in 1992. In recent years, he s upgraded that equipment, extensively remodeled the men s and women s dressing rooms, and added dance and aerobics classes reflecting the latest exercise trends. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
AquaPalooza(R) Thrives in Alabama Jul 29, 2009
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St. Jude Dream Home Winners - $712,000 Raised Jul 27, 2009
Top of the line Lifecore rowing machine, courtesy of Wheeler's Fitness Equipment Co, Inc and American General Media ($1,700 Value) - Esther Marin. Framed original painting by Linda Osburn, courtesy of JP Jennings Custom Picture Framing. (KERO 23, CA)
Lead YMCA board dissolved membership, raises rates Jul 25, 2009
The rec center has an indoor pool, walking track, fitness equipment and programs for members, as well as a day care center. Rapid Reply. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Surf over to the library for these surfin gems Jul 24, 2009
A compendium of all the key moves, barrels, tricks, airs, big waves, tow surfing, sharks, survival competition surfing, preparation, fitness equipment boards, and ocean knowledge. Surfers include Irons, Parkinson, Burrow, Dorian, Slater, Curren, Tomson, Gerlach, Parsons, Fanning Rastovich and more. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
School District of Chetek awarded $1 million grant Jul 23, 2009
The grant will also purchase lifelong fitness equipment, such as snowshoes, bikes, rollerblades and a 30-foot climbing wall. Statistics show this generation of students will be the first ever with a lower life expectancy than their parents. (Chetek Alert, WI)
LifeSpan Treadmill Awarded BEST TREADMILL by Health Magazine Jul 22, 2009
LifeSpan is a leader in using technology to integrate fitness equipment with health management ... "We are dedicated to being a leader in this behavioral shift driving the integration of fitness equipment with the internet and developing features that make our equipment more effective, engaging and entertaining.". (PR Newswire)
Comfort residents rally around fitness facility (2) Jul 19, 2009
When Yount and some of his fellow regulars at the former Get Fit Fitness Center learned that Kendall County had bought the building including all of the fitness equipment they had been using, they came up with a plan. First, they found a location a former barbeque restaurant on Highway 27. (Boerne Star, TX)
Nautilus reduces its office space Jul 18, 2009
The troubled fitness equipment maker plans to use 93,099 square feet for its corporate headquarters under terms of its new deal. The company (NYSE: NLS) disclosed the deal with its landlord, Columbia Tech Center LLC, to the last week. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
RePlay those sporting goods Jul 15, 2009
We have everything from basketballs to fitness equipment, said Colleen Hickey, owner of the newly opened RePlay Sporting Goods, located next door to the Alpine Oven on South Otsego Avenue. We have a lot of hockey stuff. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Sears Tower unveils 103rd floor glass balconies Jul 2, 2009
Shop for Appliances, Fitness Equipment, Tools and more at SEARS. Featured. (Yahoo News)
The Biggest Loser gets Asian version on Hallmark channel Jun 23, 2009
Besides its immensely popular TV show, The Biggest Loser has also launched a New York Times best-selling book series, top-selling fitness DVDs, fitness equipment, protein supplements and countless of other health and lifestyle-based produced. The Biggest Loser was recognized as a top brand of the year in Advertising Age's 2008 Marketing 50. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
SM plans new emergency ops center Jun 21, 2009
Plans also include perimeter security fencing, ramps for accessibility, landscaping and the relocation of fitness equipment from the nearby fire station. Ortiz said the EOC project is the second phase of the new Fire Station No. 1 development that was initially planned to house a new administration building and training facilities. (Santa Maria Times)
Mike Nelson: From the Athletic Directors Desk Jun 19, 2009
The weight room now has new windows, new mirrors, freshly painted walls, new and reconditioned machines, clean floors and suitable fitness equipment for all of our teams. Each day after school, many student-athletes under the supervision of our coaches utilize the new weight room. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Volunteers make a difference at Rio Vista Recreation Center Jun 16, 2009
Ortiz works over the entire second floor, which also contains the fitness equipment and aerobics room. In a typical day, I can be helping someone with lunges or showing some of the older members how to operate the Wii for fitness, he said. (Peoria Times, AZ)
Brunswick says LeMond workout bikes are lemons May 30, 2009
The Lake Forest-based leisure and fitness equipment maker says its received complaints about the handle bars, seat and pedals of the bike, which it had an exclusive right to sell in North America and some international markets ... Brunswick, a maker of boats and bowling, billiard and fitness equipment, saw its sales plummet 45% to $734. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Gomes working to stay in big leagues May 29, 2009
Back to having all the bells and whistles of big league life, including state-of-the-art fitness equipment, Gomes likes to make like "Rocky" and do some old-fashioned training. He doesn't chase around a chicken to improve his quickness, but several times a week, Gomes will head to the ballpark seats to do a series of sprints up and down the steps. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Kettlebell training, the hottest fitness trend you never heard of May 23, 2009
I would hardly call fitness equipment that has been around for 200 to 300 years a fad. In any case, I use kettlebells on occasion, and they work as advertised. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Nautilus GM departs May 19, 2009
manufacturer of fitness equipment following its takeover by Sherborne Investors LP, a New York turnaround firm that wrested control of the company s board during a controversial Dec. 2007 proxy fight. That fight was led by Edward Bramson, who was later named chairman and CEO.. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Model economy? Consider Italy May 18, 2009
Italy's Technogym has become a global leader in fitness equipment. These companies are used to fending for themselves and seem to thrive on it. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
MRHD gives away nearly $235,000 May 15, 2009
98 for fitness equipment and repair of lights, ceilings and fans. Danbury, Iowa, Ambulance Service: 3,437. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Norwell retailer retires after strong career in fitness industry May 15, 2009
Joe Cedrone of American Fitness Equipment in Norwell holds a photo of himself from his bodybuilding days ... In one corner of American Fitness Equipment on Route 53 in Norwell, there is a very heavy dumbbell ... During his career running the company, American Fitness Equipment of Norwell and previously of Hingham, Cedrone has stocked a variety of exercise equipment including a large selection of grip-strengtheners, as well as traditional machines, benches, dumbbells and treadmills. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
In weak economy, infomercials on rise May 14, 2009
fitness equipment, Miraculous. nutritional supplements and other gadgets have bought up more cable time as the economy slams traditional marketing budgets and cable channels calculate that there is money to be made in infomercials. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
It's Deja Vu With Flat E-Commerce Growth in Q1 May 13, 2009
The fastest-growing category in Q1 2009 was Sport ss, which continues to grow as consumers demonstrate a willingness to purchase major fitness equipment, such as treadmills and stationary bikes, online, according to the comScore (NASDAQ: SCOR), report. Books ines grew 19 percent, followed by Video Games, Consoles sories at 12 percent and Computer Software checked in with 12 percent growth. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Nautilus Q1 loss widens May 12, 2009
Fitness equipment maker Nautilus, of Vancouver, Wash. on Monday reported a first quarter loss that grew to $13. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
OAHS naming effort nets $260,000 May 8, 2009
In addition to the gymnasium and the school store, a science lab has been named with a gift from Children s Dental Health Center while David and Karen Howe donated $80,000 worth of physical fitness equipment for the school s fitness center. Three classrooms have also been named with donations from Easton families, one for longtime teacher and historian Ed Hands, one for Colleen Brophy, a student at the school who passed away in 1984 during her senior year, and one in memory of John Martin. (Easton Journal, MA)
• A fifth day in Gooding Schools Apr 29, 2009
If awarded, the grant will provide money for fitness equipment and staff for an afterschool fitness program. The equipment possibly could be used on Fridays as well, Fitzpatrick said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Cable TV Upfronts 2009: Oxygen Breathes Multiplatform, Merchandising Apr 16, 2009
Crunch also provided the fitness equipment for the loft where the contestants live. Oxygen and Crunch will co-produce a branded fitness DVD that will be available on the network's Web site, while the network will have a strong presence at Crunch locations, via closed-circuit promotion on monitors as well as a designated channel on individual cardio equipment TV screens. (Multichannel News)
Apprentice Nagra fired by Sugar Apr 10, 2009
The 28-year-old was booted off the show after his team lost the task, which involved designing an innovative piece of fitness equipment and selling it. He told Radio 1 Newsbeat that he was " was "absolutely gutted" to be going. "I honestly thought I'd get to the final stages, that's the honest truth," he said. He said he had enjoyed the entire experience. Philip tipped "I've met some really great people in there, I've made some friends that I think I'll be in touch with for the rest of my life. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Joe's Sports & Outdoors Closing All Stores Apr 10, 2009
Joe's has lowered prices on its entire inventory, which includes team sports apparel; fan gear; fitness equipment; indoor & outdoor games and equipment; backpacks; sunglasses; watches; fishing, camping and hunting gear; and much more. Consumers can find incredible values on top brands that include Adidas, Coleman, Columbia, Sketchers, The North Face, and more. (PR Newswire)
Built-in cabinets and cases solve storage and display problems Apr 3, 2009
But inside, the artful cabinets hold the normal stuff of life: extra pillows, bed linens and fitness equipment. Built-ins are a good idea for any home, experts say. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Olympians Visit UIC Strength & Conditioning Apr 1, 2009
Olympic weightlifters Juergen Spiess and Almir Velagic of Germany, German National Team coaches Michael Vader and Frank Mantek, and Olympic bobsledder Ingrid Marcum of the United States discussed training with UIC head strength and conditioning coach Nick Zostautas, assistant coach Matt Saey and intern Dan Gamboa while giving the FAC strength and conditioning center's barbells and fitness equipment some Olympic-calibur lifts on Mar. 10. (Uicflames.com)
Tour of fitness facility reveals gem Mar 29, 2009
The video takes you past the gift shop, Zen garden, health food snack bar, Internet lounge and throughout the second floor with its cushioned walk/jog track and state-of-the-art fitness equipment. The building features 82,000 square feet of space for fitness activities and an additional 28,000 feet of space on the third floor for the physician offices of Medical Associates of Erie. (Erie Times-News, PA)
County Parks and Recreation employees unveil community center Mar 25, 2009
The facility has more than 30,000 square feet of space and offers meeting rooms, indoor walking track, fitness equipment and a gymnasium. The 196-acre park opened last spring with sports fields, tennis courts, a picnic pavilion and walking path. (Athens Banner-Herald)
National Bank of Arizona moves into new regional office Mar 22, 2009
The gym offers fitness equipment, virtual trainer classes and personal training. People can either pay as they go or pay monthly memberships - only $25 per month for life for the first 200 to sign up. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Think fit, says Forest Meadows exercise guru Mar 21, 2009
In doing that project, Doubleday visited numerous fitness equipment manufacturers that were hawking their weight machines, but Doubleday said he just saw the same problems over and over. All of the equipment was designed to replicate what the body builders were doing with their free weights, he said, but the limitations of the machines used by many people of various body types was in fact damaging to muscles. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Fitness fans flock to machines, bypass stairs Mar 20, 2009
They had been trying out the fitness equipment and now they were too tired to climb a flight of stairs. "I did my workout already," said Bruce Fraser, from Evergreen, Colo. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
NFL players promoting improved physical education Mar 19, 2009
Outdoor fitness equipment for schools, parks and trails. Selection of 27 powerful steel exercise stations. (Yahoo News)
In Woodbury Barn Club Features Social Club Gym Mar 18, 2009
The inspiring atmosphere is designed with serene post and beam earth tones, shiny wood floors, high ceilings, meticulous house keeping, large mirrors, state of the art fitness equipment, a caf. barn-door themed changing rooms, locker rooms with black and white floors and shiny new lockers. (Voices, CT)
Fitness Company Donates Bikes For Local Youth Mar 17, 2009
-- A fitness equipment company donated four exercise bikes to the Monterey County Boys and Girls Club in an effort to promote a healthy lifestyle. The fitness company Precor donated the bikes on Monday in hopes of getting young children in the community exercising. (KSBW 8, CA)
High-Tech Fitness Mar 16, 2009
"At Western Athletic Clubs, we plan on spending over $8 million on our existing clubs, with at least 15 percent being spent on fitness equipment.". Stevens says the health club industry is doing surprisingly well. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Marriott Vacation Club Opens First Resort on Florida's Paradise Coast Mar 13, 2009
Other resort features include The MarketPlace Express convenience store, a resort activities center and a temporary fitness center featuring Life Fitness equipment. Additional proposed resort features and amenities upon build out include. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Ab-belt maker Contour Tech sells $50M via infomercials Mar 9, 2009
Infomercials also have proven effective for a range of products, including fitness equipment, Garnett said. If you re going to create in people the sense that you have an incredible product, you can t just say, Here s the magic elixir. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
3 great deals: Biltmore, San Diego, Maui. Mar 7, 2009
The resort fee covers Wi-Fi access; valet or self-parking; access to the fitness equipment and business center; shuttle service to the beach, shopping, golf and restaurants in Wailea; and exclusive access to Wailea beach, including bottled water, umbrella and beach chairs. The price is good for stays through May. (AZCentral -- Travel)
TIME reflects on progress, looks to future Mar 7, 2009
The project includes adding fitness equipment for seniors and incorporating the Susquehanna River with a soft launch for kayaks and canoes. There is a great deal of interest in turning Milton into a true rivertown. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Luminary Micro Supports ARM(R) Cortex(TM) Microcontroller Software Interface Standard (CMSIS) Mar 4, 2009
With the Stellaris family's wide array of features, customers have designed Stellaris into numerous industrial and consumer applications, including building control devices, factory automation machines, industrial networking switches, motor controllers, AC inverters, photovoltaic converters, fire and security systems, test and measurement equipment, electronic point of sales machines and printers, medical devices, power supplies, fitness equipment, and consumer electronic toys. Stellaris... (PR Newswire)
* Largest sporting goods show in Asia comes to Taipei Mar 2, 2009
More than 300 exhibitors will occupy about 1,500 booths at the show, which will feature fitness equipment, skating and skiing products, balls used in various sports and outdoor/water sports equipment, TAITRA said. Foreign exhibitors, including a delegation from China, will have their own section at the trade fair. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Around Oconee: Young artists at work Feb 25, 2009
The center includes a gymnasium, an indoor walking track, fitness equipment, administrative offices, a meeting room, a conference room and an arts and crafts room. Oconee Veterans Park is a 196-acre facility with ball fields, tennis courts, a walking path, playground, picnic shelter and senior center. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sacrifices must be shared, says Rudd Feb 25, 2009
If you go to its website, the first thing that greets you is a big sign assuring customers that they can apply for the lease of a plasma television, fitness equipment or "computers plus more" without having their credit record checked. UNDAUNTED by near-universal opposition to his stimulus package by Republicans, President Barack Obama has launched another exercise in bipartisan policy-making, convening a summit to tackle America's budget deficit ; including many prominent Republicans. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Cambridge fitness instructor collects MP3 players for mentally ill Feb 25, 2009
Maragnano said O'Toole has also helped clients obtain fitness equipment. "He's been helping members get bicycles and fitness equipment, whether it's strength training balls or the exercise rubber bands," Maragnano said. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Sweat power is green power Feb 17, 2009
Right now, our power output is 350 watts, said Barry Evans, a fitness equipment technician, as he looked at an inverter in an adjacent electrical room. For about a week now, Dixon Recreation Center has been harnessing the energy created by 22 elliptical trainers. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Valentine's Day events Feb 12, 2009
In celebration of Valentine's Day and Heart Health month, non-members are invited to come and exercise on the state-of-the-art fitness equipment, speak with a personal fitness trainer and see what the club is all about. A special registration price for the first month will be offered at the event for $4, along with a Valentine goody bag. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Clovis Unified to treat wrestling mats against staph Feb 11, 2009
The Clovis Unified School District announced today it will treat all wrestling mats, weight and fitness equipment in its schools with an antibacterial treatment to ward against staph and other infections. The district said it will treat its equipment with SportsAide, an antimicrobial treatment that inhibits harmful bacteria, mold and fungi growth for a minimum of one year. (Fresno Bee)
Something to consider at your next staff pajama party Feb 8, 2009
Employees receive $1,000 subsidies aimed at fitness; if they don't have time to hit the gym, they can use the money toward buying fitness equipment for home. It also serves fresh fruit on Mondays, breakfasts on Fridays and M&Ms (which, presumably, are worked off with the gym equipment). (Globe and Mail -- Business)
