While those of you in Arizona, California, or Florida may still be able to take your early morning jog, many of us are being buried in layers of bulky sweaters, down coats, and snow.
So how are we to keep fit when fireplaces and playoff football call? It’s going to take something DYNAMITE to get us out into the subzero world. Below are seven winter sports (including a couple indoor ones) that fit that order.
Keeping members coming back to your gym and creating a buzz to sign up more members is obviously important, but it's easier said than done. Creating a sense of community within your gym has the ability to accomplish both of those goals, which is why our latest white paper examines how you can do exactly that through strategies involving:
Cramped for time during the hustle and bustle of this holiday season? Twenty short minutes is all it takes to fit an intense cross training workout into your daily routine.
With a full year's worth of content across the Precor Blog, we thought it would be a great idea to get a little nostalgic and look back at 2014's most read posts. From debunking some of the biggest myths in fitness to staying motivated to reach your fitness goals, here are the five most read posts of the year.
The best New Year’s resolutions are manageable goals you can actually keep.
So, rather than a static, quantitative objective like “lose 50 pounds,” focus on qualitative lifestyle improvements. The former can make you feel defeated if you don’t see immediate progress. The latter, however, will give you gradual victories that continue to pay off throughout the year.
Get ready to sweat to some holiday classics (interspersed with contemporary tunes)!
Unfortunately, unlike our other playlists, there can be no Taylor Swift due to her current dispute with Spotify. But let’s hope that in this holiday season they can work out a compromise, putting aside their differences for the good of mankind and especially the good of two specific Precor bloggers.
When planning a fitness room for your business, it’s hard to know what kinds of equipment you should invest in. Based on our experiences and research in the hospitality industry, we’ve established a successful ratio of how you should split up the pieces in your fitness amenity.
Fun fact: If a fitness room is located in close proximity to your business’ guests, it will experience a greater rate of participation. These higher rates of gym usage can lead to an increase in your RevPAR (revenue per room), so it’s important that you choose location strategically.
Once you’ve made the decision to create a fitness center in your business, the next step to consider is how large it should be, which depends on your gym’s potential usage.
Chances are, we’re all guilty of doing at least one of these five common mistakes when we step into the gym. While some seem like no-brainers, others aren’t necessarily as easy to catch – or ‘fess up to. Fix these mistakes in the gym, and you'll be well on your way to meeting every single one of your fitness goals.
Feeling a little sluggish this winter season? Bombarded by the stress of seasonal goodies, holiday shopping, and entertaining relatives and friends?
If you are finding yourself seeking ways to get out of the house and stay active this holiday season, you are in luck -- here are 5 holiday fitness activities to help.
As an operator, there are a few fitness standards you can count on to remain popular year-round – think yoga, circuit training, group cycling and boot camps. But don't forget to capitalize on the hottest trends on the market, too.
After having a baby, exercise rarely tops a new mom's to-do list. Sure, she wants to get back in pre-baby shape, and quickly, but between diaper changes and meal preparation, sleepless nights and loads of laundry, even a stay-at-home mom rarely finds time to go to the gym or pop in an exercise DVD. With the added distraction of the cutest little baby on the planet to occupy her time, it's no wonder exercise gets pushed to the back burner.
Do you always head for the same aerobics class or stationary bike when visiting the gym? Are you listening to the same track and zoning out? Do you feel like nothing is changing?
If you are an operator currently using Preva Business Suite for your fitness facility, or are interested in adding networked Precor equipment to your gym, we have exciting news for you. On December 2, 2014, we’re unveiling a brand new feature on Preva Business Suite – the Exerciser Activity Report. This reporting feature, which appears automatically on your Preva Business Suite dashboard, will provide many insights into your facility’s Preva-using exercisers.
After all the turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes during your Thanksgiving feast, the day after means it's time to get back on the fitness horse.
We've already covered some great email marketing tips for gym operators and fitness professionals, and now we have three free email marketing templates for you to make reaching out to your members a little easier.
If you think you need some gentle encouragement to develop or stay on track of an exercise regimen, your dog may be the perfect running partner.
Whether you're looking to hire a personal trainer or studying to get a personal trainer certification, where that certification comes from says a lot.
Some people love it, others can’t stand it, and many are downright confused by that mysterious cylindrical thing that often sits in the corner of fitness centers. Behold – the magical, and sometimes torturous, foam roller.
Here at Precor, we are foam rolling enthusiasts. We understand that foam rolling is not only an essential part of your muscles’ recovery after an intense workout, but also that it’s a tool you can use to build strength.
Before you work out, your body needs fuel (think -- carbohydrates, protein, good fats and other nutrients) in adequate amounts to sustain energy levels as it undergoes extreme physical stress, as well as to replenish lost minerals to keep your muscles from breaking down. After a good workout, your body craves nutrients that hasten muscle recovery, repair worn tissues and replenish its glycogen storage.
What’s the best way to reach would-be customers who aren't necessarily active on social media or websites like Groupon and Living Social? Sometimes the answer is good old-fashioned direct mail marketing.
Try these five tips to add direct mail marketing to your fitness facility’s strategy (and then see what you can achieve with email marketing).
