The coronavirus pandemic has virtually shut down the globe, causing governments to jump into action. The federal stimulus package has dominated national media, but do you know what relief your state is offering? With mandated health and fitness facility closures spanning the globe, the fitness industry is on the frontline of the impact of COVID-19….
TRX will offer its pioneering “suspension training course” in a live, virtual setting—free of charge—amid “stay at home” mandate. SAN FRANCISCO—April 3, 2020—TRX, the global leader in functional training equipment, world-class training content, and App-based training technology, announced its preeminent professional education course—TRX Suspension Training Course (STC)—will be available virtually and free of charge beginning…
Pixformance Sports GmbH from Berlin has developed a new version of their digital functional training device: With new features and thanks to its slimmer design, the Pixformance Station 2.0 offers even more space for a particularly effective, Functional Training—also for smaller gyms. April 2020—Digitalization is clearly on its path, and this can also be observed…
Here’s what we do—and don’t—know about the largest stimulus package in American history. On Friday, March 27, President Trump signed the $2 trillion CARES Act, (the “Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security” Act) into law. The new law is part of Congress’ effort to shore up the U.S. economy, support American workers, and address shortages…
The third webinar installment is a follow-up conversation with Colin Grant, CEO of Pure International Group, to gain a new perspective about readjusting your club back to a new normal. IHRSA Membership is not required. BOSTON, MA—April 1, 2020—IHRSA, the International Health Racquet & Sportsclub Association launched a webinar series to help club operators over…
Club Fit was Selected by Westfair Media as one of Westfair’s 2020 Honorees JEFFERSON VALLEY, NY—February 27, 2020—Club Fit is proud to have been selected by Westfair Media as one of their 2020 Family-Owned Business Awards honorees! President Bill Beck and Vice-President Ellen Koelsch attended the awards ceremony in White Plains on February 25th, along…
American Council on Exercise applauds the U.S. government for taking care of independent contractors, sole proprietors and small family businesses. SAN DIEGO, CA—March 27, 2020—American Council on Exercise, on behalf of its 90,000+ certified exercise professionals and health coaches, commends the U.S. Congress and state legislatures for the approval of legislative relief for small businesses…
The panel will feature their newest member, BJ Fogg, Ph.D., a behavior scientist at Stanford University and author of the best-selling book, “Tiny Habits.” TORONTO—March 26, 2020—On Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. EST, the Coalition of Health and Fitness Leaders (CHFL) will host their second panel discussion titled, “10 Steps to Coaching Online,”…
Technogym’s Mywellness Cloud, the one and only digital platform in the industry to allow fitness clubs to manage their members training at home. March 2020—In an industry, like fitness and wellness, in which human relations are fundamental, today, more than ever, for clubs it is important to continue to be close to members. As many…
ACE is inviting certified professionals and media to join free webinars to learn the latest strategies and tools to run client sessions remotely. To help fitness pros take their training and coaching business online, ACE is inviting certified professionals and media to join free webinars to learn the latest strategies and tools to run client…
Les Mills has announced a raft of free digital workout solutions to support health clubs and schools worldwide as the coronavirus pandemic forces thousands to temporarily close. March 24, 2020—Les Mills has announced a raft of free digital workout solutions to support health clubs and schools worldwide as the coronavirus pandemic forces thousands to temporarily…
IHRSA is collecting and sharing best practices from clubs all over the world to help the fitness industry deal with the repercussions of the coronavirus crisis. IHRSA Membership not required. BOSTON, MA—March 24, 2020—As soon as the outbreak became apparent, IHRSA began providing the fitness industry—clubs and suppliers—with resources so they could protect their gyms,…