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Grow Your Business with Small Group Training

Small group training is growing at a phenomenal rate within the fitness industry. Independent studios are burgeoning within cities and new franchises are rolling out nationwide. What are some essentials to developing small group training or SGT that can help your gym compete, grow, or retain its membership? The Importance of Building Community If you’ve […]

Meet the Spinner® Chrono™ Power Bike

The Spinner® Chrono™ Power by Precor distances itself from the pack of indoor cycles that measure power by offering a hassle-free experience for operators, instructors, and riders alike, all while staying true to the iconic feel of a Spinner bike. With no batteries to change, direct power measurement, patent pending magnetic resistance, and the brightest […]

7 Signs to Tell If You’re Overtraining

If you’re in the middle of a vigorous training program, you can’t afford to be sidelined by injury, pain and fatigue. However, if you’re not careful, you may overwork your body and fall victim to a range of symptoms that may stop your training routine in its tracks. Keep your eyes open for these 7 […]

8 Ways to Make Your Runs More Fun

They advise putting one foot in front of the other – but how long will that keep you interested? Whether walking, jogging, running, strolling or strutting, moving your legs for long periods of time can be daunting. Surely there must be something better to think about than the endless journey toward the finish line. Well, […]

How to Stay Motivated for Your At-Home Workout

One of the biggest benefits of working out at home is convenience. Things like rainy weather, snow-covered streets and traffic jams don’t have to stop you from exercising, but you do still have to concentrate on getting motivated. With a little prep work and a routine, staying motivated isn’t as hard as you might think. The […]

10 Secrets of Successful Boutiques: Indoor Cycling

The boutique fitness phenomenon is here to stay, and many health clubs are scrambling to provide members the same intimate experience found in studios. To increase revenue and retention, follow these insider tips from Indoor Cycle Design, the leading boutique consulting and design firm with over 200 clients worldwide. 1. New… Improved… Improving Anything new […]

What Cardio Machine Is Best for Bad Joints?

An all-in-one piece of fitness equipment, the Precor Adaptive Motion Trainer® (or AMT® for short) successfully combines the movements of running on a treadmill, working out on a cross trainer, biking, and climbing. Best of all, the AMT provides a low-impact workout for exercisers, meaning it’s a great option for people with bad joints who […]

8 Sick-day Activities to get Healthy at Home

It happens every year about this time when the temperatures start to dip: sniffles, sore throat, cough, stuffy nose and aching muscles. It’s cold and flu season, and if you catch whatever is going around when it comes around, make sure to stay home and get some rest. Don’t be tempted to just “power through” […]

Upper Body Superset Workout

The Upper Body Superset Workout utilizes the Precor Smith Machine and is a great way to strengthen the upper back and shoulders. This workout combines a seated shoulder press with a high row and should be performed after a complete warm-up. Seated Press Coaching and Cueing Press the lower back in the seat with shoulders […]