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Your facility is experiencing positive cash flow, you’ve seen an uptick in membership, and you’re thinking, “How can I expand and grow?” “Is now a good time? Leading indicators confirm a resilience in the fitness market and potential for sustained growth. According to the Global Wellness Institute, the wellness industry is a USD $3.7 trillion business.

Relive the brand-new vibe we debuted at FILEX & The Fitness Show, Darling Harbour, Sydney this year. From new equipment, smart product innovations, new finishes and upholstery selections, to the best-in-class group training and networked fitness solutions, we showcased something for everyone. See our recap video to review all of the updates that were showcased in the Precor booth at the Fitness Show 2018.

Our teams have been working tirelessly to design and incorporate a sleek, bold new look and feel into our brand's DNA.

This represents a style upgrade that flows effortlessly from the finishes you'll find, to the colours and textures of our cardio and strength equipment that will make your facility shine.

Good news for facility owners, the fitness industry is healthy and growing! Read on for a recap of the exciting trends we found at IHRSA 2018 that should be taken advantage of.  

Seattle, WA – April 3rd, 2018 – Precor Incorporated, a global leader in providing best-in-class cardio, strength, group training, networked fitness solutions and programming for fitness facilities, is gearing up to debut an exciting new look at this year’s Fitness Show at the International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour, Sydney, Australia.

Work on overall strength, endurance, and balance in this four-week progressive total body programme for active older adults. 

We are excited to introduce a new series, The Heart & Soul of Precor, which highlights the incredible, inspiring people who work at Precor. This piece features Ashley and Jim Doedens who are a unique father/daughter team. 

The importance of improving retention is one of the single biggest challenges facilities face. Learn how you can overcome this challenge with our helpful strategies.

Whether your facility’s small group training efforts are focused on team, circuit-style, or HIIT, we have a solution for you.

In January 2018, the Mitchell Shire Leisure Services launched two new gym upgrades located at Kilmore Leisure Centre and Seymour Sports and Aquatic Centre. 

Growing trends are what keep your members coming back for more. Read up on the ACSM’s Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends that you should be capitalising on and offering in your facility in 2018.

From the second you wake up, to the second you go to bed each day, the world supplies us with endless stimuli.  Sometimes we just need a chance to get away from it all.  Use these quick mindful minute tips to reset your system and find stress relief. 

University rec centers are often seen as bonuses for students and staff, but really, the facilities are pinnacle to the success of students as well as the success of the university. Your approaches to acquisition and retention are key. Find out how UNCG has created a successful recreation center.

This free Group Training Business Manual will consider how you can tap into a new revenue-generating market within your facility, and even attract new members by way of a compelling and truly differentiated group training program.

If you’re interested in launching group training programming, take a look at the six core components to get started with your planning. 

If your focus is to exercise and lose weight, these 4 progressive workouts will give you the tools to utilise the Queenax frame, apps and optionals to reach your weight loss goals.

Small group training is influenced by the characteristics that drive personal training, group fitness classes, a newly-emerging ageing fitness market, and wearable technology.Learn about trends to incorporate into small group training, different programme models, and how to keep your programming engaging and innovative for the exerciser. 

Lately, squats and lunges have become two of the most prescribed functional exercises. Why? They are foundational to so many of our daily activities and movement patterns like getting in and out of a chair, picking up kids or objects, and climbing stairs to name a few.

Find out why every well-equipped exercise facility should have the tools to support progression training.

Did you know that 83% of exercisers consider pin selected strength equipment to be an essential part of their workouts? As a gym professional, you’re aware that a key factor to your success is your members’ satisfaction, so find out how to choose the right pin selected equipment for your facility.

This video series discusses best practises and coaching for developing strength. 

Group training is on the rise, nearing the top of ACSM’s annual list of the top fitness trends for 2017. Read up on these tips for implementing successful group training in your facility.