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Fitness Consulting Group, the organization which offers fitness business advice through FitBusinessInsider.com, is now partnering with Smart Group Training. Smart Group Training is an organization dedicated to improving the quality and reputation of group training.

Elizabethtown, KY (PRWEB) October 03, 2012

Founded by renowned personal trainers Steve Long and Jared Woolever, Smart Group Training provides personal trainers with tools and systems designed to improve their experience with group training.

Fitness Consulting Group has been the gold standard in the fitness industry when it comes to helping fitness businesses grow, Long says. Jared and I are proud to bring Smart Group Training to the FCG family and bring our knowledge of group training to personal trainers everywhere.

While Long is making his first foray into the fitness business coaching world, he has a storied career in the fitness industry. Having trained clients from ages 6 to 80 over the past 8 years, Long has won many awards and accolades for his achievements in the field of personal training.

Known for his practical approach to personal training, Long has specialized in functional fat loss, sports performance, injury prevention and rehabilitation, and lifestyle coaching.

When it came time to forming and promoting Smart Group Training, I knew that I could use my experiences as a trainer to help other fitness professionals, Long says. My skills in combination with Jared Woolevers knowledge and insight will provide trainers with the systems necessary to take group training to the next level.

Dedicated to bettering himself through evidence based research and continuing education, Jared Woolever helps his clients with everything from weight management, improving strength and flexibility to cardiovascular fitness.

We believe that you can run semi private personal training sessions and still have a personal feel, Woolever says. Of course, it requires more than just showing up and watching people exercise. You have to get involved and engaged with your clients even in a group setting.

Long and Woolever firmly believe in the transformative power of group personal training. They note that such training requires trainers to give hands on assessment and corrective exercises, to truly understand the bodies and needs of their clients.

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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Communications Washington, D.C. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 2, 2012 Release #13-001 Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 221-7417 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Fitness Anywhere Recalls Early Model Suspension Trainer Devices Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Suspension Trainer Devices

Units: About 40,000

Importer: Fitness Anywhere LLC, of San Francisco, Calif.

Hazard: The strap length-adjustment buckles can break, posing a fall hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: Fitness Anywhere has received 570 reports of the strap length-adjustment buckles breaking with 82 reports of the user falling, including 13 reports of head, face, shoulder and hip injuries.

Description: This recall involves older model "Professional" (P1) and "Tactical" (T1) TRX Suspension Trainer devices manufactured between January 2006 and July 2007. The recalled products' anchor straps are yellow or khaki nylon with a carabiner at the top end and a black nylon loop on the bottom end. A black and yellow or black and khaki nylon strap is threaded through the black nylon loop on the anchor strap to form a "Y." On each side of the "Y," the strap has a cam buckle, which is used to adjust the length of the straps. Each end of the "Y" strap has a foam-covered hand grip and a foot cradle. The recalled devices have hand grips with no end bumpers, which are black plastic caps covering the ends and preventing the plastic under the foam from being exposed. They do not have an extra nylon loop, called a locking loop, attached at the point where the anchor strap and the "Y" straps are joined and designed to limit the slippage of the straps. The recalled products also have badges on the straps with the TRX logo and the word "Professional" (for P1 devices) or "Tactical" (for T1 devices) on them. The words and logo are surrounded by raised dots or have double lines through them.

Sold at: Health and fitness stores and studios nationwide and online at http://www.FitnessAnywhere.com from January 2006 through December 2009 for about $150 to $200.

Manufactured in: China

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ST. GEORGES, QC, Oct. 2, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Tired of working out on a treadmill? Bodyguard Fitness, Canada's leader in fitness equipment, has launched a new groundbreaking "app" that turns a treadmill's control console into a unique entertainment and training centre!

The new imagine app, available for the iPad, is the first and only app that takes over control of the equipment, increasing the effectiveness of your workout. imagine personalizes workouts for each user, challenging you to reach new levels of fitness. imagine not only acts a personal trainer but comes with added fun features needed to keep you moving.

"The days of watching the little red dot go around the track are over," says Daniel Maheux, president of Bodyguard Fitness. "Treadmill users can now look forward to more fun and engaging workouts with the help of tailored training circuits, impressive graphics and full post-workout analysis thanks to the new imagine app." Of course, you can't forget the entertainment provided to you by an iPad, which includes music, video, social media, email and even Skype for people on the go.

imagine's easy-to-use system gives runners and walkers the motivational tools needed to help achieve long lasting results while the iPad offers cardio-boosting games, scrolling landscapes for that outdoor feeling, all within the comfort of your home or gym.

Maheux says, "the imagine app is great for families and personal trainers because it allows you to create an unlimited number of profiles, each with their own personalized experiences and abilities, which allows all users to set and reach their goals."

imagine is available at the App Store and is compatible with most new Bodyguard Fitness treadmills. Because innovation is an ongoing priority at Bodyguard Fitness, the same app will soon be available for its elliptical and stationary bikes.

imagine app highlights:

About Bodyguard Fitness Based in St. Georges, Quebec, Bodyguard Fitness is the only Canadian company to produce and sell cardio equipment such as treadmills, elliptical and stationary bikes. The company holds 20 per cent of the Canadian market and also distributes its equipment in the United States. Bodyguard Fitness devotes extensive efforts in research and development and is known to offer the best warranty and is one of the best after-sales service providers in the industry. http://www.bodyguardfitness.com.

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Making fitness fun: Bodyguard Fitness launches the first iPad app for treadmills

FORT COLLINS, CO--(Marketwire - Oct 2, 2012) - Fort Collins Club, a leading northern Colorado gym, is pleased to announce that it will begin offering additional group fitness classes beginning this fall. The new schedule includes more times for Spin, Pilates, Group Power, and Yoga, as well as an array of entirely new classes and routines.

Starting in October, Fort Collins Club members will have the choice to enroll in two different Group Power classes on Saturdays. The 9:45am class will continue to operate as scheduled while a 12:15pm class will become available. The power classes are each lead by a two-person personal trainer team.Group Power is a class for all ages that focuses on strengthening all of the major muscle groups by use of barbells and simple athletic movements.Both classes are set to begin a new launch cycle on October 12th.

In addition, the club is also offering a new Women on Weights (W.O.W.) group fitness class. W.O.W is a resistance-training program catered specifically for women, and lasts approximately six weeks. The program is taught by a variety of the personal trainer staff available at Fort Collins Club, and is broken down into three separate lifting routines, ranging from beginner to intermediate and advanced. The program is meant to be both challenging and fun, and will last from October 9th-November 14th. The enrollment cost is $10 and space is limited, those who are interested should inquire for more information at the Fort Collins Club front desk.

Fort Collins Club is also offering a HoopDance Fitness class for all ages. HoopDance is fun, low-impact and high cardio workout meant to strengthen the core and tone the extremities by exploring the boundaries of dance through use of a hula-hoop. HoopDance has become a northern Colorado phenomenon over the past year, as kids and adults alike have found that it can be a fun and alternative workout. Hoop-dance fitness classes are led by a personal trainer with experience in hoop-dance. Participants can bring their own hula-hoops or use ones provided by the class.

Fort Collins Club is dedicated to providing the best resources and outlets for its members and the northern Colorado community. Having been a staple of the fitness community for years, FCC aims to promote health and awareness in Fort Collins by sponsoring charity events, offering new cutting-edge workout routines and being an affordable option for individuals looking to get healthy. For more information on group fitness classes or membership, visit http://www.fortcollinsclub.net or call 970-224-2582.

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Fitness Business legend, 7 Figure Sam Bakhtiar CEO of the Fit Concepts boot camps in Chino Hills, California left fellow entrepreneurs with valuable lessons at his latest mastermind seminar in San Diego. More information can be found at http://www.Super-Trainer.com.

Chino Hills, CA (PRWEB) October 01, 2012

Sam taught me that you can charge more money for small group training because its still less expensive than the one-on-one training people are used to. So my hourly rate can be somewhere in the $200-$300 range, she says. He also taught me that its all about providing more value than the average local gym. By creating a tribe and making my clients feel special and supported, I can generate more referrals. Callie added that she left the mastermind with countless ideas for improving her business value. She plans to throw appreciation parties, create fun contests with prizes to drive bigger and better results, send out cards to make each individual feel valued, and get more involved on Facebook.

At Sams San Diego mastermind, he also recommended keeping groups small between 8 and 12. That way, clients are encouraged to form a bond with their fellow trainees and begin to feel like they dont want to miss out on what everyone else is doing. Also, its easier to know each client by name and scale the workouts to a persons individual fitness level.

Clients should be given an amazing experience both in and out of the gym. They should feel energized and more confident after a good workout. In addition to the regular sessions, training studio owners should throw appreciation parties, organize 5-K run teams, feature contests, and give shout-outs to people who are meeting their goals. Giving out water bottles, studio-specific Livestrong style bracelets, gym bags, and other promotional items makes members feel valued as well.

Giving away complementary services like supplements, nutrition coaching, and learning seminars will boost the value of a training studio too. Remember, if youre not giving away the full package, there is another local fitness business that is, Sam tells his group. The landscape has become more competitive over the years, so you need to do a little bit more to keep pace.

Lastly, tracking progress and results is critical. Assessing inches, body fat and weight every six weeks and taking progress photos is a great way to create testimonial narratives and make members feel more motivated to continue their success.

For more information on 7 Figure Sam Bakhtiars incredible mastermind seminars that bring together the industrys most respected fitness business millionaires, visit http://www.Super-Trainer.com or contact Sam directly.

About Sam Bakhtiar

Sam Bakhtiar is a Persian-born American with over twenty years of experience in fitness training and body building. After completing B.S in Premed and Nutrition, Sam also received a degree of doctorate of Chiropractics. Along with being one of the best fitness trainers, Sam is also a business and marketing expert. After establishing a successful fitness training business with substantial income, Sam is helping other professionals in the industry to achieve their business goals. For more information, please contact using the following information.

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A personal trainer from MTVs reality show, I Used to Be Fat, is stepping out of the limelight and onto Western Illinois Universitys Macomb campus.

Joey Gloor will be visiting campus from Tuesday, Oct. 2 through Thursday, Oct. 4, to host a series of events ranging from lunch and dinners in residence halls to interactive lifting sessions, lectures and classes.

I Used to Be Fat is a reality series that follows the journey of overweight teens who are given a personal trainer and strive to meet their fitness goals through diet and exercise.

On I Used to Be Fat, Gloor worked with college-aged clients in order to transform their lives before starting school, said co-coordinator of the eventJessica Mueller, who is organizing the events. She also noted that Western is the first institution to have him on a college-type tour. His goal is to motivate and inform students about the different aspects of a healthy lifestyle including exercise and healthy eating.

There will be something for everyone, on every level of fitness, Mueller added.

Several departments, including Inter-Hall Council, Sodexo, Chi Omega, the University Union Board and the Council on Student Activities have been working with Gloor and his assistants for six months to put theseprograms together.

The committee wanted to coordinate a program that brought in different departments, Mueller said. We think the programs will benefit any type of student.

Gloor is very excited about his visit to Western.

Im thrilled to be at the WIU campus this month, he said. I remember coming down to Macomb to visit friends when I was in college, and we trained at the rec and had a great time.

So, its very cool to be coming back years later to encourage current students and staff to live life at their best through the transformative power of fitness.

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A new pilot project is helping people with spinal cord injuries regain some independence.

The free fitness program at the Canadian Paraplegic Association in Calgary is stepping in where government funded therapy ends.

"We're filling a gap because we have some of our clients who are travelling to southern California where a similar facility is. It costs a lot of money," said Toby Redfern, a program manager.

The training is aimed at reactivating muscles and nerves affected by spinal cord injuries and to improve people's breathing and keep them healthier.

Fitness coordinator Kelly Nitchie said the changes he's seen in the first eight weeks of the program are remarkable. "It's exciting to watch it."

Participant Stewart Midwinter broke his neck in a paragliding accident last August. His government funded therapy ran out in December.

"It's hard not to take it personally and feel that the system has just decided you're not going to get any better and that you're basically trapped in the body in this situation forever."

For two hours, three times a week, Midwinter works out in a specially designed gym doing aggressive repetitive exercises. Six weeks ago, Midwinter couldn't sit on a mat unsupported, but now he can.

"Having this program has been a reason to get up in the morning," he said. "My goal is just to be able to sit on the grass in the park, park my chair out of the way and not have anybody be able to see I'm different than everybody else."

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MINNEAPOLIS & NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

As part of its mission to improve the health of its members through innovative programs and services, UCare today announced a three-year partnership with well-being improvement leader Healthways (HWAY) to offer the award-winning SilverSneakers Fitness Program to 125,000 eligible members in Minnesota and 26 counties in western Wisconsin.

SilverSneakers, the nations leading exercise program designed to keep older adults active and healthy, will be available effective Jan. 1, 2013, to members of UCare plans, including UCare for Seniors Medicare plan, UCares Minnesota Senior Health Options (UCares MSHO), and UCare Connect, UCares Special Needs BasicCare plan for adults with developmental and physical disabilities, and mental illness. Current members of the UCan! UCare Activity Network fitness program also will be eligible to change their fitness option choice to participate in SilverSneakers.

We are pleased to offer approximately 125,000 UCare members the opportunity to improve their health and fitness by participating in the SilverSneakers program, said Ghita Worcester, Senior Vice President, Public Affairs and Marketing, UCare. We work hard to encourage our members to live healthy lifestyles and take advantage of the many health and wellness options they receive through their membership in UCare plans. SilverSneakers expertise, convenient locations, and positive approach to fitness are welcome additions to our preventive health care activities.

Using proven methodologies based upon more than 16 years of science and outcomes, the SilverSneakers Fitness Program increases physical activity in older adults, resulting in higher well-being and lower health care costs. Physical activity can reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases, relieve symptoms of depression, maintain independent living, and enhance overall quality of life.

Evidence also shows that regular physical activity provides important health benefits for people with disabilities, including improved cardiovascular and muscle fitness, improved mental health, and better ability to do tasks of daily life.1 SilverSneakers engages participants in active behavior change through access to a variety of physical activity venues and programming that incorporates physical fitness and social experiences.

UCare is committed to helping people of all ages and abilities overcome barriers to care. By offering the SilverSneakers Fitness Program to their members, UCare is confirming this commitment by providing members with access to a user-friendly, proven solution that provides a unique combination of exercise and social support designed to enhance participant health and well-being, said Ben R. Leedle, Jr., Healthways president and chief executive officer.

The SilverSneakers Fitness Program was founded in 1993 and serves more than 9 million eligible members. The Healthways fitness center network offers convenient access to more than 15,000 participating fitness and wellness facilities nationwide.

About UCare

UCare (www.ucare.org) is an independent, nonprofit health plan providing health care and administrative services to nearly 300,000 members. UCare serves more people from diverse cultures and more people with disabilities enrolled in Medical Assistance than any other health plan in Minnesota. UCare partners with health care providers, counties, community organizations, and other member-directed groups to create and deliver innovative health coverage plans for:

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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Two Bay Area fitness giants with unique ties to the military, 24 Hour Fitness and TRX, will join forces during Fleet Week to help honor our nations servicemen and servicewomen for their selfless devotion in safeguarding our country. Designed to celebrate and showcase the critical importance of fitness to the U.S. military and local first responders, the two fitness leaders will host a series of fun fitness challenges and classes.

Held on Oct. 6 and 7 at the Marina Green, the exclusive fitness events will include workouts with the military and San Francisco Police Department. Also, highlighting the special activities will be an entertaining fundraising challenge between 24 Hour Fitness president and CEO Carl Liebert and TRX CEO and inventor Randy Hetrick.

During the challenge, Liebert, a former Naval officer and Hetrick, a former Navy SEAL, will compete in the TRX 40/40 Challenge using the TRX Suspension Trainer along with commanding officers from the U.S. military. During the challenge, 24 Hour Fitness and TRX will donate $50 to the Semper Fi Fund for each perfectly performed Atomic Pushup and Low Row completed on the equipment.

24 Hour Fitness and TRX are true American success stories and steadfast supporters of the U.S. military and their families. Earlier this year, the two companies donated 48 TRX Suspension Training kits to a deploying troop from the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawaii.

24 Hour Fitness has had a long standing commitment to supporting our military service members and their families. We are excited to partner once again with TRX in showing our support and offering thanks to these brave men and women, said Carl Liebert, president and CEO, 24 Hour Fitness. As a former Naval officer, I am honored to be involved in a challenge that will benefit the Semper Fi Fund, while emphasizing the important role fitness plays in the safety and success of our nations armed forces.

TRX couldnt be more proud to partner with 24 Hour Fitness in honoring our servicemen and first-responders, their incredible commitment to fitness and the sacrifices they make for our freedom and safety, said Randy Hetrick, CEO, TRX. Were also excited to share our passion for fitness and steadfast support of the U.S. military with our neighbors in the Bay Area.

The following outlines the fitness events hosted by the two companies during San Franciscos Fleet Week:

Saturday, Oct. 6 at the Marina Green

Sunday, Oct. 7 at the Marina Green

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NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --CKO Kickboxing, one of the fastest growing health fitness franchises, showed how a powerful brand can help a new fitness franchise get off to a fast start as its new gym in Westerleigh section of Staten Island has signed up more than 350 people already even though their Grand Opening won't take place until Sunday, October 7, 2012.

The new cardio kickboxing gym is located at 1267 Forest Avenue at the corner of Jewett and features 50 heavy bags in its spacious 4,000 square foot facility. The high quality, cross training gym provides a family friendly setting to Staten Island's north shore residents who are looking for an alternative to Pilates, yoga, martial arts and spinning classes.

"We're excited to offer cardio boxing classes in Westerleigh," said John Miceli, owner and partner. "We are building on the CKO brand. We are thrilled with the way things have worked out."

Even before the doors to the gym opened on June 23, 100 people had signed up. Another 150 signed up during the first month.

"People know and trust the CKO Kickboxing brand, especially in the New York-New Jersey region, which has more than two dozen locations," said Joe Andreula, Founder of CKO Kickboxing, one of America's fastest growing franchises according to industry standard Entrepreneur Magazine, which included the kickboxing gym franchise in its Franchise 500 list of best franchises.

"We have grown fast for a few reasons. First, because the CKO Kickboxing workout is an efficient total body workout wherepeople get results.The workout appeals to men and women of all ages.Second, we make sure our members feelcomfortable andthat they belong.Our classes are go at your own pace andwefocus mainly on the fitness aspect of kickboxing asapposed tothe martial art. We ensure all members are taught the proper kickboxing techniques so they exercisesafely and can maximize theirworkout," Miceli said.

He cited strong business training and management support from the franchise as another reason for fast growth.

"We attribute our success to the operating model,our marketing strategy and our members.CKO Founder Joe Andreula and his workout and business model provided the necessary training andoperating procedures to pave the way to becominga successful business," he said.

"We did local print advertisementsin Valpak, Shopaholic and Clipper. However, we feel ourbiggest and most effective marketing contributions are our members. They know how effective the workout is. They also continue to expressto us how theyenjoy their experience in our club, which makes themeager to tell their family and friends.Our member referral system is crucial for our club's success."

Fitness kickboxing has been shown to be excellent forimprovingthe cardiovascular system, strength,flexibility and reduces stress.

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