News: Wellness
Australian owned medical spa in Bali wins two prestigious awards
Just months after opening, the Australian owned and managed Cocoon Medical Spa, Bali's largest cosmetic and wellness centre, has won two prestigious awards. Opened in May, the...
Nov 22, 2013
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Abu Dhabi Alive exhibition aims to lead fight against obesity and inactivity in the UAE
Fitness and wellness event Abu Dhabi Alive is aiming to inform United Arab Emirates residents about fitness, recreation activities and wellness options. To be held at Zayed...
Nov 21, 2013
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New Zealand Ministry of Health recommends REPs Registered Trainers
A new guide from the Ministry of Health aims to ensure New Zealanders make safe and well informed choices when choosing a gym or personal trainer. The newly released 'oing to...
Nov 20, 2013
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WaterMarc marks first birthday, celebrates 650,000 visits
In its first year of operations WaterMarc, northern Melbourne's largest aquatic and recreation facility, has welcomed over 650,000 casual and member visits. Developed by Banyule...
Nov 19, 2013
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Fitbit launches new pink Fitbit Flex
Fitbit, the global innovator and market leader in the growing connected fitness and health sector, has launched a pink Fitbit Flex. First created as a black or slate coloured...
Nov 19, 2013
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South Australia to ban sunbeds as ABC reports on tanning black market
Bringing the State in line with the rest of Australia, the South Australian Government has drafted special regulations to ban the commercial use of cosmetic tanning units from...
Nov 18, 2013
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Monash University to host 11th biennial ANZALS Conference
The Australian and New Zealand Association of Leisure Studies (ANZALS) 11th Biennial Conference is to be staged at Monash University's Peninsula Campus from 4th to 6th December...
Nov 18, 2013
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Community campaign for seniors' outdoor gyms
A group of high school students are leading a campaign for a senior's outdoor gym facility in the southern Sydney suburb of Hurstville. Working on a school holiday project with...
Nov 18, 2013
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University research to define boot-camps
A new research project to develop a definition of boot camps in the fitness industry is being undertaken at the University of Ballarat. Dr Alex Donaldson (Research Fellow) and...
Nov 16, 2013
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New Zealand Rugby League acknowledged as sport's fittest code
Strength and conditioning coaches from the New Zealand Rugby League have won Blue Fitness' inaugural 'Code v Code Cardio Challenge', conducted during last week's Australian...
Nov 15, 2013
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ARI Active Ageing initiative gets NSW Government backing
With support and funding from the NSW Government, the Aquatic and Recreation Institute's new Active Ageing initiative is to be piloted at 13 aquatic and recreation facilities in...
Nov 15, 2013
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EnVie Fitness forms US payment partnership with IntegraPay
After building a successful working relationship over the past year Envie Fitness for Women has selected IntegraPay to accept its international customer payments. EnVie Fitness...
Nov 15, 2013
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Dramatic increase in diabetes unveiled
The IDF Diabetes Atlas, released by the International Diabetes Federation on World Diabetes Day (14th November), confirms that diabetes is on the increase globally. And the...
Nov 14, 2013
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2013 Fitness Industry Awards finalists announced
A record-breaking number of entrants have ensured that the 2013 New Zealand Fitness Industry Awards are the most competitive to date, according to head judge Dr. Nigel Harris....
Nov 12, 2013
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Precor achieve record installation at Anytime Fitness Dandenong
Leading fitness equipment supplier Precor has fully equipped a new fitness club in a nine-hour time frame. While the installation of the Precor equipment at Anytime Fitness...
Nov 12, 2013
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Are fitness staff the best sales people?
New research from The Retention People (TRP) reveals that fitness club staff can generate 600% more income per member than the actions of sales people alone. The new TRP...
Nov 11, 2013
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Precor research backs continued popularity of selectorised fitness equipment
While fitness innovations can be temporary, CrossFit has been one of the hottest trends of recent years. Yet, recent research undertaken by Precor suggests that fitness club...
Nov 10, 2013
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Australian staffed Cocoon Medical Spa launches two new pop-up spas in Bali
The recently opened Cocoon Medical Spa, Bali's largest cosmetic and wellness centre, is now offering its advanced medical spa services at two new resort locations on the holiday...
Nov 9, 2013
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Social links the key motives for participation in bowls
A "sense of camaraderie and belonging" to a team and the "social connections that participation provides" have been identified as the key factors for participation in bowls...
Nov 8, 2013
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Anytime Fitness Australia opens 300th Club
Leading fitness franchise Anytime Fitness Australia has reached a significant milestone with their 300th club opening. Opened last weekend, the club, in Kwinana, Western...
Nov 8, 2013
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Outdoor gyms set for installation in suburban Brisbane
Brisbane City Council has this week agreed to install the city's first free outdoor gym at the Minnippi parklands in Tingalpa. Construction of the $250,000 project is due to...
Nov 7, 2013
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Les Mills Asia Pacific founder inducted into Australian Fitness Industry Roll of Honour
Bill Robertson, founder of Les Mills Asia Pacific and co-founder of Les Mills International, the global leader in group fitness, high intensity interval training and youth...
Nov 7, 2013
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ICREPs releases first ever global standards for exercise professionals
Predicted to "have an impact on the fitness industry across the world", the International Confederation of Registers for Exercise Professionals (ICREPs) has released the first...
Nov 6, 2013
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IntegraPay's merchant solution reduces chargebacks for fitness club clients
A fitness industry merchant solution, designed to reduce chargebacks has been launched by leading payment solutions provider IntegraPay. Brisbane based IntegraPay who has been...
Nov 5, 2013
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