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SCHILLER PARK, IL--(Marketwire -03/08/12)- Life Fitness, a global leader in fitness equipment manufacturing, will debut a system for personal trainers on March 15th at IHRSA, the world's largest fitness trade show. The new Synrgy360 combines several popular total-body, dynamic exercises into a system that helps personal trainers more effectively train individuals and groups, giving users fun, unlimited ways to exercise.

"Synrgy360 capitalizes on major worldwide fitness trends synergized in one solution with unlimited variety," said Dan Wille, vice president of global marketing and product development for Life Fitness. "This system helps create a personal training focal point to facilitate individual personal training and small group training. It includes accessories, flooring and educational materials together in one complete solution."

Synrgy360 can facilitate eight of the top 20 trends highlighted in the 2012 annual American College of Sports Medicine survey of fitness trends, including functional fitness, strength training, exercise and weight loss, personal training, core training, group personal training, boot camp and sport-specific training.

Synrgy360 supports exercisers of all fitness levels in accomplishing a wide variety of training goals, including metabolic weight loss and improved balance, coordination, speed, agility, flexibility, power and strength. To achieve these goals, the system combines several popular training applications, including functional training, boxing, suspension training, core training, reaction training, sports-specific training and strength training.

The modular design of Synrgy360 makes it possible for customers to choose a configuration that meets varying training philosophies. Gyms can choose four customizable exercise spaces on the Synrgy360x, like a boxing space, rebounder space, cable motion space, versa space, and versa cable space. It also features a monkeybar zone and two TRX Training Zones. The Synrgy360s has three customizable spaces with optional TRX Training Zone suspension bars. Depending on the configuration selected, Synrgy360x covers a minimal live training area from 720 to 802 sq. feet and accommodates up to 16 people at one time. The Synrgy360s also ranges in size but can occupy a live training area from 330 to 344 sq. feet -- the ideal size for an old racquetball or squash court -- and includes 3 exercise spaces.

Both Synrgy360x and Synrgy360s products were created in collaboration with the Life Fitness Academy and come with three recommended configurations, accessories, flooring, and educational materials designed to optimize training on the product. All product configurations include built-in accessory storage to keep facilities organized and maximize space. Each exercise space is designed with the appropriate storage for the space's required accessories. This allows trainers and users to focus on the workout rather than trying to find the right accessory.

IHRSA attendees can try out the new system by participating in a 30-minute express group fitness class during the show. Life Fitness trainers will host classes on Friday, March 16 at 6:45 a.m. 7:15 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. To register for a Synrgy360 class, visit http://www.LifeFitness.com/IHRSA. Space is limited.

Booth attendees can also take on a Synrgy360 Challenge, which takes place on March 16th during early morning workouts and from 11:00 - 3:00 p.m. One male and one female winner will be awarded prizes.

The Synrgy360 will be on display at IHRSA, March 15 and 16, 2012 at the Life Fitness Booth #2001. For more information about Synrgy360 and events at IHRSA, visit http://www.lifefitness.com/IHRSA.

[Editor's note: To obtain an image to accompany this story, contact Lauren Kamm at lauren.kamm@lifefitness.com]

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The owner of regional chain Lehigh Valley Racquet and 24-7 Fitness Clubs has filed for bankruptcy protection in an attempt to save the company from a crushing debt load that has dogged the company for more than a year.

The corporation that owns the three facilities filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday, citing an "unmanageable interest rate" on the company's roughly $8 million mortgage.

"The interest rate is too much to handle and we want to get a more reasonable rate," said John F. Brinson, owner and CEO of Lehigh Valley Racquet & 24-7 Fitness Clubs.

Monday's filing to restructure debt is Brinson's latest attempt to save a business that he started in 1979. It is also highlights changes in the competitive health club industry, as members increasingly shop for low-cost gyms.

Brinson said his business suffered through the Great Recession, and despite a recent uptick in memberships, he has not been able to make mortgage payments.

In 2010, Brinson closed the 24/7 Fitness Clubs' location in downtown Allentown, which was the chain's least profitable facility. The chain also cut monthly membership fees to an average of $40, down from $46 in 2008, to appeal to cost-conscious consumers, Brinson added.

The Chapter 11 filing comes at a time when industry experts say consumers are shifting memberships to a growing number of no-frills and low-cost gyms.

There are 24-7 Fitness Clubs in Bethlehem, Trexlertown and South Whitehall Township. Brinson still owns the downtown Allentown location, which is listed for sale at $1.25 million, according to the real estate listing.

In an email to members Wednesday, Brinson said the facilities would not close and the Chapter 11 filing will not have an impact on the day-to-day operations. He noted the chain has increased memberships to 9,800 "only 300 off our all-time high in 2007, before the collapse of the housing bubble."

"There's no way we will cease operations because the banks wouldn't allow it," Brinson said in an interview Wednesday. "If they ceased, the value of the clubs would be nothing."

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SAN FRANCISCO, March 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Endomondo, a social sports and fitness network that enables people worldwide to engage around their passions for living active lives, today announced the opening of its new 4,000-sq-foot North American headquarters at 965 Mission Street in San Francisco.

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The Endomondo social network and app are currently used by 7.5 million people worldwide, with a vast number of those users located in the United States. As such, Endomondo co-founder Mette Lykke said the company believes it is necessary to establish a physical presence in North America to make fitness more engaging and fun for a growing number of users wanting to get healthy.

"Because the U.S. is one of Endomondo's strongest regions of growth, we feel it is only logical and appropriate to better serve this user base in a more meaningful manner," Lykke said. "Having a dedicated staff in North America means Endomondo can utilize its social fitness network in inventive ways to engage U.S. users. We will also be looking to interact with fitness fans in a much more interesting, personal, direct way through a wide spectrum of physical activities across the country."

Along with the desire to connect meaningfully with U.S. users, Endomondo executives also recognize the need to house a staff in San Francisco to maintain and strengthen existing relationships with partners in the social networking, mobile communications and web development industries. Direct interaction and communication with this community will ensure that Endomondo presents its users, termed "Endos," with the latest and most useful technological advancements.

Founded in 2007 by fitness fanatics from Copenhagen, Denmark, Endomondo creates tools that help anyone in the sports, health and fitness world reach their goals. The GPS-enabled app turns a mobile device into a personal trainer and social motivator capable of tracking workouts, analyzing performance, and can aid in the discovery of new routes, activities and insights into fitness.

What makes Endomondo stand apart from other activity tracking apps is its strong focus on the social dimension to fitness. By incorporating aspects found in leading social networks, Endomondo helps users connect with like-minded fitness fans locally or around the globe, and encourages the sharing of experiences and support for one another in achieving collective goals so people become and stay active. Users can send friends real-time pep talks while they exercise, offer valuable route maps, compete against friends for fun, challenge co-workers, and share it all on Facebook, Twitter or across the Endomondo social network.

Endomondo's online social fitness network encompasses a multitude of physical endeavors that unify participants and promote exercise for both recreational and serious athletes. The network currently tracks up to 200,000 workouts per day. A recent study conducted for Endomondo in Europe showed a 28 percent increase in exercise activities for those engaged in the community.

To sign up for this popular fitness network, please visit http://www.Endomondo.com . Journalists needing more information can visit http://www.endomondo.com/press .

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France Marien, Certified Fitness Instructor and owner of Remix Workouts, is proud to announce the release of a new fitness app available on the iTunes App Store. Dealing a fresh workout each time and playing like an everchanging exercise DVD, the Remix Workouts Fitness App offers a variety of intense, short, and portable circuits that eliminate workout boredom and spice up users fitness programs.

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) March 07, 2012

Exercisers often get discouraged because they dont see the expected results. Not losing weight, not getting in shape, simply being bored with their workout routines. They give up. The Remix Workouts Fitness App unlocks new moves as users progress, providing variety and keeping the workouts challenging. For beginners, the app includes exercise modifications to adapt to their fitness level. The 3 circuit workouts are complete, always different, short, portable, ideal for small spaces and do not require a gym or specialized equipment.

Testers said it best: Love it!

Its fun!

Youve taken all the guesswork out of what moves to do to make an effective workout.

I love the structured variety.

I like that you do not need much room or fancy equipment.

Challenging, yet manageable at the same time.

Its a great format and a darn sweaty result!

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10 CrossFit gyms in 2012, product range in second half

Mumbai, March 7:

Sports brand Reebok is set to up its fitness quotient in the country, leveraging its global partnership with fitness programme CrossFit. The first Reebok CrossFit gym (called Box) in India opened in Gurgaon in December last year.

Speaking to Business Line, Mr Sajid Shamim, Brand Director, Reebok India, said this count would go up to 10 by the end of 2012, across the top five metros.

Each gym will be spread across 3,000-3,500 sq. ft and run by CrossFit-certified instructors.

Using competitive and collaborative techniques, the CrossFit programme shifts fitness from an individual activity to a group sport' - a trend that has caught on globally. There were over 2,700 CrossFit gyms in 47 countries at the end of 2011.

In a country where 80 per cent of its sales are estimated to be from consumers who are not going to play sport, the sports brand is upping its fitness play basis the growing affinity for fitness in India.

Mr Sajid said, Over the last two years, we have seen an upward trend in sales of portable fitness equipment. From almost nothing, it has gone up to around five per cent. Unlike apparel or footwear where we don't know if the product is being used for sport, here we can be pretty sure.

In terms of absolute numbers, the sports spectator' audience buying Reebok will admittedly outnumber those playing sport with Reebok by far. But the practising sport and fitness consumer is growing fast, explained the spokesperson.

Billed the Sport of Fitness', the Reebok CrossFit platform will be promoted across media, including a television (breaking March 15), print and outdoor campaign.

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CHANHASSEN, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Life Time Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: LTM - News), The Healthy Way of Life Company, today announced that Michael Robinson, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will present at the UBS Global Consumer Conference. John Heller, senior director of investor relations and treasurer, also will attend on behalf of the Company.

The Conference will be held March 14-15, 2012, at the Ritz Carlton Boston Common located in Boston. The Life Time Fitness presentation will occur at 11:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, March 14, 2012.

The presentation will be webcast and may be accessed via the Company's Investor Relations section of its website at lifetimefitness.com. A replay of the presentation will be available through Wednesday, March 21, 2012.

About Life Time Fitness, Inc. As The Healthy Way of Life Company, Life Time Fitness (NYSE: LTM - News) helps organizations, communities and individuals achieve their total health objectives, athletic aspirations and fitness goals by engaging in their areas of interest or discovering new passions both inside and outside of Life Times distinctive and large sports, professional fitness, family recreation and spa destinations, most of which operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Companys healthy way of life approach enables customers to achieve this by providing the best programs, people and places of exceptional quality and value. As of March 7, 2012, the Company operated 95 centers under the LIFE TIME FITNESS and LIFE TIME ATHLETICSM brands in 21 states and 26 major markets. Life Time also operated nine additional acquired facilities, which are in transition to become Life Time centers. More information about Life Time centers, programs and services is available at lifetimefitness.com.

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Life Time The Healthy Way of Life Company (NYSE: LTM - News) will host a special grand reopening celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony at its newly remodeled health and fitness center in Pickerington on March 17. Formerly a Lifestyle Family Fitness club, Life Time Fitness Pickerington has undergone a remodeling effort designed to bring the facility to Life Time standards of quality and member experience. In addition, the center now makes it easier for members to reach their goals by offering distinct, innovative programs that help connect them to their passions.

Grand opening to feature tours and demonstrations that highlight Life Times state-of-the-art amenitiesincluding complimentary towel service, new, state-of-the-art equipment, programming and services:

In celebration of the grand opening, consumers may establish a new membership with special offers March 17-19, 2012.

To learn more about Life Time Fitness Pickerington, like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Life-Time-Fitness-Pickerington/337568816286815.

Note to editors, news directors and photo departments: Media seeking access to the club prior to the event or with special requests should contact KJ Leinberger at 952-229-7162 or kleinberger@lifetimefitness.com.

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25-01-2012 14:12 Women Fitness Model Training: Back & Shoulder Exercises For Women: http://www.FlaviliciousFitness.com Go here to get my free Women Fitness Training Workout & Meal Plan. Plus you can get regular updates on my women fitness model workouts in prep for my next photo shoot. This is where I share all my favorite back exercises for women and shoulder exercises for women. ====================== ABOUT FLAVIA DEL MONTE & http ======================= I have always been connected to fitness in one way or another. As I was growing up, sports were a big part of my life. After attending college for Nursing, I began to have a slightly unhealthy lifestyle for the first time. I began to eat 'convenient' food and was socializing over beer and wings. Because I now had a busy full time career, I didn't make time for sports anymore. I gained 15 pounds of fat, mostly around my mid-section. My husband says I could have been the face for "Flabbylicious Fitness" if I didn't change my ways. I was 24 and rolley for the first time in my life. It was really depressing. I knew I needed a change. I joined a gym and hired a personal trainer as I was intimidated by weights and all the machines. I lost 12 pounds within the first month of working out. I saw muscle in my arms that I had never seen before. Of course I LOVED IT! The next few years was an on again, off again type of exercise. When I was about to go on vacation, I would workout, drop weight and when I got back from vacation, I wasn't moti- vated until ...

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Fit Business Insider, a website devoted to helping grow personal training businesses, is now offering the Elite Training Mentorship Program to showcase for fitness professionals how elite trainers run their businesses.

Elizabethtown, KY (PRWEB) March 06, 2012

There has never been a better time to build a personal training business, said Pat Rigsby, Co-Owner and CEO of Fit Business Insiders parent company Fitness Consulting Group. The field is more wide open than ever, but the typical personal trainer doesnt know how to grow their business.

Rigsby is a former coach and current co-owner of numerous successful fitness businesses. He notes that, Too many personal training businesses fail to realize that fitness marketing alone will not secure a strong clientele. You need to offer a superior product.

As such, Fit Business Insider is offering the Elite Training Mentorship Program to provide personal trainers with access to the methods of some of the worlds best trainers. Fit Business Insider hopes its clients can start to generate instant fitness business income after seeing how the best in the world operate their fitness businesses.

Rigsbys business partner and Co-Owner of Fitness Consulting Group, Nick Berry, says, Mentorships are incredibly valuable. Being able to learn from a seasoned, successful pro only helps you to pursue excellence in business and training.

However, finding an internship at an elite gym can be difficult, and even costly if it means you have to move closer to the gym, Berry continued. Many try to learn on their own through blogs, seminars, and books on personal trainer marketing, but nothing equals direct advice from an elite trainer.

The Elite Training Mentorship Program offers rare access to the methods of leading fitness professionals such as Mike Robertson, owner of one of Mens Healths Top 10 Gyms in America.

Members have private access to a website where Mentors (elite trainers) upload videos of their own staff training sessions, example programs, exercise teaching videos, and more.

Instead of driving to see Mike Robertson out in Indianapolis, Eric Cressey in Boston, or B.J. Gaddour in Milwaukee, Pat Rigsby explained, you can have access to the same tools their staff uses just by visiting a website.

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Kewanee Hospital will host its first-ever Golf Fitness Workshop Thursday, March 8. The workshop, which is led by the business relations committee, runs from 1 to 6 p.m. at Kewanee Hospital. The workshop is open to all golfers experts, new golfers and junior golfers and will offer a variety of screenings, evaluations, tips and counseling. The workshop is valued at more than $500. Jeff Roche, director of golf at Metamora Fields Golf Club and head mens golf coach at Bradley University, will present the program, Starting the Spring Season at 4:30 p.m. in the East/West Conference Room. Roche has more than 20 years of experience in the golf industry, serving as assistant pro at Illinois State University Golf Course and Soangetaha Country Club, and as head pro at Shewami Country Club and Weaver Ridge Golf Club. He will provide mini-lessons on a scheduled basis throughout the event. Golf fitness evaluations will be provided by Amanda Kocis, PT, DPT, CSCS, Titleist Performance Institute Certified Golf Fitness Specialist (TPI-CGFI). Kocis is an experienced golfer and a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Kewanee Hospitals Rehabilitation Services department. Golf fitness evaluations help improve golfers physical capabilities allowing more efficient, powerful swings. Evaluations focus specifically on strength, mobility, endurance and injury prevention. Additional screens include functional movement screens and biodex balance screens, provided by Ian Swindler, ATC, Certified Athletic Trainer, and Kim Becker, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant, from Kewanee Hospitals Rehab Department. Speed trials events will also be provided by Jeffrey Tod, Nike Golf representative. Informational booths include sales of greens fees and discounted merchandise for the Kewanee Dunes; sales of greens fees for Baker Park; nutritional counseling with Katie Keaschall, RD, LDN, registered dietitian and licensed dietitian nutritionist at Kewanee Hospital; chair massages with Liz Jones, massage therapist at Kewanee Hospital; refreshments; and prize drawings. The fee for individual participants is $85. A family package is available for $100 (includes spouse, children and grandchildren) and a business package is available for $160 (up to three individuals). Participants in the workshop should bring their own clubs. To register for the event and secure your time slot, call Kewanee Hospitals marketing & development department at 852-7822 or e-mail information@kewaneehospital.com. For more information on the event, follow Kewanee Hospital on Facebook.

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