News: Wellness
Michelle Bridges joins BRW's Rich Women list
Australian fitness superstar Michelle Bridges' business success has seen her added to the ranks of the latest BRW (Business Review Weekly) Rich Women list. Joining the list for...
Mar 8, 2015
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Fitness
Human waste on Mount Everest an increasing health hazard
Waste from the 700 climbers and guides a year who attempt to scale the mountain is becoming a health hazard. Human waste left by climbers on Mount Everest has become a problem...
Mar 7, 2015
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Environment
Lack of exercise causes 12.7% of all deaths in New Zealand
A lack of physical exercise is one of the most significant causes of death in New Zealand, and a national action plan is needed to increase Kiwis’ everyday levels of activity....
Mar 6, 2015
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Fitness
Darwin gym bars user for 'unacceptable' workout gear
A Darwin fitness club owner told a client she belonged in a strip club and needed to wear longer shorts if she wants to work out at his gym again. According to a recent report...
Mar 6, 2015
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Fitness
Technogym and Audi combine to present first wellness concept car
A partnership between global fitness equipment supplier Technogym, car maker Audi and Italdesign Giugiaro will see the world’s first wellness car launched today (5th March) at...
Mar 5, 2015
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Anytime Fitness launches Anytime Fit Club to raise funds for The Hunger Project
Leading 24/7 fitness chain Anytime Fitness has launched its first ever community outdoor training initiative Anytime Fit Club to help raise funds for non-profit organisation The...
Mar 4, 2015
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Fitness
Technogym debuts new fitness integration with Samsung
Leading global fitness equipment supplier Technogym has announced a technology integration with Samsung’s S Health 4.0 Announced at this year’s Mobile World Congress (currently...
Mar 3, 2015
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Fitness
Arnold Classic to feature fitness leaders summit and fitness class world record attempt
The upcoming Arnold Classic Australia multi-sports Festival is set to feature two significant fitness events: a fitness industry leaders summit backed by the International...
Mar 3, 2015
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Fitness
Women’s Health and Fitness Summit to nurture a new generation of leaders
Building on the success of its inaugural event in 2014, the 2015 Women’s Health and Fitness Summit will, within its Nurture theme, present a range of women’s health and fitness...
Mar 3, 2015
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Fitness
Yoga guru Bikram Choudhury faces sexual assault allegations
Global yoga entrepreneur Bikram Choudhury, the creator of the hot yoga training program Bikram yoga, is facing six civil lawsuits from women accusing him of rape or assault –...
Mar 2, 2015
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Wellness
FitXercise aims to be Singapore’s largest community fitness exercise event of 2015
Set to be part of Singapore’s upcoming Sports & Fitness Asia 2015 exhibition, on 13th June Fitxercise Singapore will be aiming to be the city state’s largest community fitness...
Mar 1, 2015
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Fitness
Keith Spry Pool reopens its doors in Wellington
After 10 months of major renovations which have included new pools, changing rooms and a new roof, Wellington’s Keith Spry Pool has re-opened to the public. The $6 million...
Feb 28, 2015
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Aquatics
NRL celebrates 15 years of Community Carnival
More than 255,000 children have experienced Rugby League’s ‘Health and Wellbeing’ program as part of the 15th annual Community Carnival. Delivered at 965 schools and 77 Junior...
Feb 28, 2015
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Wellness
Melbourne Sports Hub backs Technogym global wellness campaign
The Melbourne Sports Hub, Australia's most visited group of sports participation venues, will be backing Technogym’s 'Let's Move for a Better World' campaign from 2nd March. Set...
Feb 27, 2015
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Fitness
Ready Steady Go Kids introduces new fitness programs in Southern Queensland
Pre-schoolers in the Southern Queensland towns of Oxley and Tennyson are set for a fun-filled year with the commencement of a new Ready Steady Go Kids program. Local residents...
Feb 26, 2015
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Fitness
Precor Gyms helping hotels and resorts to succeed
With quality fitness facilities seen as a way premium hotel brands can differentiate themselves from their competition, fitness equipment supplier Precor is experiencing marked...
Feb 26, 2015
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Fitness
Life Fitness Insignia Series delivers new premium strength training experience
Designed to provide an optimal interaction between exerciser and machine, Life Fitness’ new Insignia Series of strength training equipment is inviting for exercisers of all...
Feb 24, 2015
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Fitness
2015 Australian Fitness & Health Expo to display the latest innovations
Set to present a showcase of the world’s top fitness brands and the latest trends and products that will influence the market, the 2015 Australian Fitness & Health Expo is being...
Feb 24, 2015
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Fitness
Stunning New Trail around Sydney’s Largest Coastal Lagoon
A new 8.4 kilometre trail around the foreshore of Narrabeen Lagoon on Sydney’s northern beaches has been completed – opening up a stunning natural environment to pedestrians and...
Feb 24, 2015
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Environment /
Parks
New guide to running a 'Kick Ass' fitness business
Group fitness expert and fitness industry guru Mel Tempest has published a practical online 'A to Z' Guide offering 26 practical tips to running a successful fitness business....
Feb 24, 2015
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Fitness
Australian gym market to reach saturation within five years
Market saturation is expected to play a major part in the Australian gym and fitness centre market over the five years through 2019/20, with potential industry decline looming....
Feb 22, 2015
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Fitness
Canberra Color Run attracts the crowds
An estimated 7,000 people finished this year's colour fun run beside Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra. Witt participants arriving wearing light colours, all were drenched with...
Feb 22, 2015
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Wellness
VicHealth urges sport haters to dance for wellness
As part of VicHealth's recently launched Active Arts Strategy to encourage Victorians to get physically active and improve mental wellbeing, the organisation last night...
Feb 21, 2015
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Fitness
Parramatta Healthy Generations initiative encourages healthy lifestyles
As part of Australia’s Healthy Weight Week (being held form from 16th to 22nd February 2015), Parramatta City Council has launched its ‘Healthy Generations’ initiative. Kicked...
Feb 20, 2015
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Fitness