News: Wellness
Massage Envy marks international expansion with Australian launch
Leading US-based wellness and spa franchise Massage Envy is expanding its total body care business for a global audience, opening its first international location in Sydney. The...
May 9, 2016
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Fitness
Auckland Pools and Leisure introduces 30 minute fitness program
Auckland Council Pools and Leisure has launched ‘Let’s Make It Fit’ - a tailored 30 minute fitness program for busy people who can’t find time to exercise. The new program...
May 9, 2016
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Sage Institute of Fitness partners with Fighting Fit For Life
The Sage Institute of Fitness has announced a partnership with boxing specialists, Fighting Fit For Life. Committed to providing their students with the best hands-on training...
May 9, 2016
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Science conference hears that exercise has more impact on health than diet
An address at the 2016 Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists and Faculty of Pain Medicine has advised that exercise has more...
May 9, 2016
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Anytime Fitness offers healthy life challenge to older members
Aware that the average Australian lives their last 17 to 20 years affected by injury, illness or disease, leading fitness group Anytime Fitness has launched a national Healthy...
May 5, 2016
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New Exersite aims to maximise outdoor fitness benefits
Fitness Trails’ new Exersite concept involves placing groups of exercise stations, generally in a cluster, with 15 exercises grouped in a 13 metre² area. These clusters function...
May 5, 2016
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Leisure Concepts Finance to aid facilities and businesses in purchasing equipment
Mindful of how starting a fitness business or buying large amounts of equipment can strain cashflow, leading Australian equipment supplier Leisure Concepts Australia has...
May 4, 2016
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Heart Foundation backs active cities plan
The Heart Foundation has welcomed the release of the Federal Government’s `Smart Cities Plan’ and called for innovative funding that will support active travel infrastructure....
May 3, 2016
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Fitness Australia delivers Moore
With Bill Moore having just taken on the position of Chief Executive at Fitness Australia, he shared his thoughts on his role with Australasian Leisure Management. Arriving in...
Apr 30, 2016
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Fitness
Mindbody App wins 2016 Webby Award and Webby People's Voice Award
The Mindbody App, created by leading cloud-based business management software provider Mindbody, has won the 2016 Webby Award and Webby People's Voice Award in the Mobile App:...
Apr 30, 2016
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David Allan: members 'need to see strong value in belonging to' Fitness Australia
Taking on the role of Chairman of Fitness Australia last November, David Allan is now leading the peak body into a new era. With newly appointed Chief Executive Bill Moore in...
Apr 30, 2016
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Technogym’s massive presence at 2016 FILEX and Fitness & Health Expo
Technogym is highlighting its recent global and local initiatives with a major presence at the 2016 FILEX Convention and Fitness & Health Expo – being held in Melbourne from...
Apr 29, 2016
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Mariners Centre of Excellence a growing hub for Central Coast sport
The recently opened second stage of the Central Coast Mariners Centre of Excellence at Tuggerah combines a range of facilities that will not only back the A-League team but the...
Apr 29, 2016
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Australian Fitness Network honours Lisa Westlake with Lifetime Achievement Award
Highly regarded fitness instructor Lisa Westlake, the owner and Director of Physical Best, has been presented with the 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award by Australian Fitness...
Apr 29, 2016
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Fitness & Health Expo, Australia's largest leisure industry event, opens in Melbourne
The 2016 Australian Fitness & Health Expo has opened at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC) - running from Friday 29th April to Sunday 1st May. Combined with the...
Apr 29, 2016
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The Redwoods in Rotorua wins Bike Wise adventure award
The Redwoods in Rotorua has once again been recognised as a top cycling spot with the presentation of the Bike Wise 2016 award for New Zealand’s best off-road or adventure ride....
Apr 28, 2016
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Insurer Sovereign to reward New Zealanders for healthy living
New Zealand insurer Sovereign has launched the country's first loyalty programme that will reward people for their everyday health choices including getting out for a walk,...
Apr 27, 2016
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Study finds free weights in gyms had 362 times more germs than the average toilet seat
A recent study of hygiene in US gyms has revealed that free weights examined had 362 times more germs than the average toilet seat. The study by US-based gym equipment...
Apr 27, 2016
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Research shows billions saved on health, crime and education as a result of sport investment
A study from a leading UK university shows that almost £44 billion (US$64.24 billion) was saved in England over a 12 month period on health, crime and education as a result of...
Apr 26, 2016
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Rules for managing personal trainers for profit and performance
Managing a team of personal trainers for profit and performance within fitness clubs requires a number of leadership and management strategies to be integrated into the...
Apr 26, 2016
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Technogym set to debut on Milan Stock Exchange
Shares in leading global wellness company Technogym will go public on the Milan Stock Exchange (Borsa Italiana) from 3rd May. With Technogym having applied to go public at the...
Apr 22, 2016
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Drug Free Sport NZ wins international awards for new learning programme
A ground-breaking E-Learning programme launched by Drug Free Sport NZ (DFSNZ) last month has been recognised with two major awards at the LearnX Impact Awards. The DFSNZ...
Apr 15, 2016
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Unique aquatic treadmills offer an intense workout with reduced resistance
Hydrotherapy experts HydroCo have adapted their experience from the spa and wellness industry to fitness, introducing a range of new aquatic exercise equipment for fitness...
Apr 14, 2016
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New Zealand plans physical activity resources for under 5s
Health Minister and Sport and Recreation Minister Jonathan Coleman has advised that the New Zealand is to develop new guidelines on physical activity for children under the age...
Apr 14, 2016
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