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EmpowHER Media Launches BodyMedia(R) FITness Challenge to Inspire Healthy Lifestyles for Women in 2012
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SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwire -02/08/12)- EmpowHER, an award-winning social health company for women, today announces a new fitness program in partnership with body monitoring pioneer BodyMedia, Inc -- the EmpowHER BodyMedia FITness Challenge. The new program promotes the idea of healthy living by sharing the first-person experiences of several fitness and lifestyle bloggers using the BodyMedia FIT™ Armband to monitor their daily activity levels and eating habits. The goal is to educate as well as inspire women to take advantage of new strategies to maintain their health in 2012 and beyond.
"Let's face it -- women are often too busy to keep track of the fitness and nutrition choices they make on a daily basis," said Michelle King Robson, EmpowHER Media's Founder, Chair and CEO. "Through this fitness challenge and the subsequent stories shared by the blogger participants, we hope to show how women can make smarter and healthier choices just by taking the time to monitor their daily stats. This program aims to show how a device like the BodyMedia FIT Armband can make tracking this type of information virtually effortless -- thereby, helping millions of women not only stick to their New Year's resolutions, but take charge of their own health and wellness over the long term."
The BodyMedia FIT Armband captures over 5,000 data points per minute through a proprietary four-sensor system that tracks calories burned, steps taken, levels of physical activity and sleep patterns that affect health and weight. A companion online Activity Manager stores that data; allows users to set individualized activity goals and document daily food intake; and provides individual feedback to help users stay on track with personal weight-loss and fitness goals.
Each blogger who participates in the EmpowHER BodyMedia FITness Challenge will wear the BodyMedia FIT Armband each day as directed, and record her experiences in weekly blog posts to be shared with both EmpowHER audiences and their own readers over a six-week period.
Influential bloggers taking part in the EmpowHER BodyMedia FITness Challenge include:
"Most women have no idea how many calories they burn on a daily basis, not to mention how many they take in," said Christine Robins, CEO of BodyMedia. "We are collaborating with EmpowHER on this diary project to help teach women that making small, healthier choices every day can have a big effect on their overall health and wellness."
Click here to view this release on EmpowHER.com and share it with your social networks.
About EmpowHER Media
EmpowHER Media is an award-winning, HON-certified, social health company for women. The Company's flagship -- EmpowHER.com -- is the third most visited women's health and wellness destination on the Web (comScore Media Metrix). As the online home for female health consumers, EmpowHER.com offers a unique value proposition of a peer health community and premium, original women's health and wellness content. Health care professionals, brands and agency professionals rely on EmpowHER Media for reaching the most influential health and wellness buyer on the Internet -- women. EmpowHER reached more than 60 million women onsite and through syndication in 2011, and expects to reach more than 250 million in 2012.
About BodyMedia, Inc.
When your body talks, BodyMedia listens. BodyMedia has been unlocking and deciphering secrets of the body since 1999. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, BodyMedia is the pioneer in developing and marketing wearable body monitors that equip consumers with information they can use to make sweeping changes to their own health and wellness beginning with weight management and soon to include management of other conditions affected by lifestyle choices. The BodyMedia platform is the only system of its kind that is registered with the FDA as a Class II medical device and that has been clinically proven to enhance users' weight loss by up to three times.*
For more information, visit http://www.bodymedia.com.
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Corporate wellness guru
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LIFESTYLE-related diseases can be prevented with the right combination of physical fitness and by incorporating a healthy diet, according to wellness guru and founder of HealthPro Solutions Sdn Bhd, Wong Yu Jin.
The 34-year-old, who is also the official wellness coach of Miss Universe Malaysia 2012 and the resident health expert for Esquire magazine as well as the Jam Break on Capital FM (at 6pm on Thursdays), is living proof that with the right mindset and guidance, one can adopt a healthy lifestyle.
Wong actually has a double degree in law and finance. He was propelled into setting up a corporate wellness business after experiencing taxing and late working hours, which did not give him any time for exercising.
�It all started about five years ago when I was in the law and banking sector. The lifestyle was not what I thought it would be. Being stuck in the office for long hours was bad for my health and it made me feel sick. I wanted a lifestyle change but I also wanted to change others to start living healthily. That was when I thought of going into corporate wellness,� said Wong.
He quit his job and spent the next two-and a-half-years becoming a qualified sports and fitness coach under the International Sports Science Association and obtained a degree in nutrition from the Global Institute for Alternative Medicine. Wong is also a certified hypnotherapist under the American Board of Hypnothera-pist, a certified neuro linguistic programming practitioner, a TLT consultant and a masterclass trainer.
The focus of HealthPro Solutions is corporate wellness and helping companies take care of the health of their staff.
�Healthy employees translate into higher productivity in an organisation. Corporate wellness is a relatively new concept in Malaysia.
�Prevention is key because medical inflation in Malaysia is increasing around 15% each year and is expected to double in years to come,� explained Wong.
Due to his background, he said he could easily relate to the problems of busy working people. �I know what it is like working until late at night, which is why I can structure a suitable fitness programme that can save time and improve health.�
The three major myths when it comes to health and fitness, according to Wong, are having no time to exercise, that it is too expensive and it is hard to eat healthily in Malaysia.
�Time constraint is the biggest excuse. I don�t tell people to join gyms but instead incorporate practical exercises into their daily schedule. When it comes to food, it�s about making the correct choices. I eat out most of the time and I can safely say you can make healthy options, even at the mamak eateries,� he said.
Healthier options for protein include tandoori chicken or fish tikka. �The meat is grilled and not fried. For carbohydrates, choose thosai or chappati instead of mee goreng or roti canai. One should eat less white rice, white bread and pasta. Vegetables, too, should not be drenched in oil nor cooked in coconut milk. I also tell my clients to avoid sugary and fizzy drinks as much as possible. Consume more fruits but try to avoid excessive consumption of jackfruit, langsat, durian and mangosteens as these have high sugar contents.� Food portioning and cooking style are also important.
�You get the same satiety when you eat a plate of mee goreng as a bowl of mee soup. The latter has less calories.�
With all the books on fitness and health available in the market, how does one know what sort of fitness regimens is suitable for them?
�Many of my clients get confused with the different regimens and they tend to change their workout techniques. I have a set system on how to do things. My advice is trust me, stick with it and you will see results.�
Wong said there were also specific training styles for women and men.
�The men more often want to achieve bulk and be muscular. For women, they prefer toning and definition. Some just want to be slim and do not care about definition.
�People need to know that the genetic make-up of men and women is different and this needs to be taken into account before embarking on a fitness plan,� he highlighted.
He said it was shocking when people do not realise the danger of being overweight.
�We always encourage companies to measure the body mass index (BMI) of their staff as it is a proven indicator of obesity. It is scary how people don�t see obesity as a threat,� he added.
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Corte Madera Fitness Center, Five Points Fitness Introduces Exercise Program for People with Health Maladies
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Five Points Fitness, in conjunction with MedaFit, is introducing a personal trainer-based, small group exercise program for people living with serious and chronic health conditions.
Corte Madera, CA (PRWEB) February 10, 2012
Beginning in March, Corte Madera fitness center, Five Points Fitness, in conjunction with MedaFit, will be offering a 12-week exercise program specially designed for people living with serious and chronic health conditions. The program is intended to link individuals and their medical team with an exercise routine specifically designed for people with certain medical conditions such as cancer, diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, Parkinson's, MS, depression, and stroke.
The small group exercise program features personal and custom training with specially certified trainers, which includes resistance and aerobic training. The program will offer two classes each week with a rolling schedule option, so participants can start and finish depending on their schedule. Participants do not need to be a member of the gym to take part in the program. The program is offered at a discounted rate and participants receive full access to Five Points Fitness Center during the 12-week program.
“When I received a serious cancer diagnosis five years ago, it became clear there was little or no exercise support for people with serious and chronic health conditions,” Rick Davis said. “I set about forming MedaFit, the first non-profit in the country, to make it easier to take exercise from the doctor's office to the health club for all serious and chronic conditions. MedaFit is now thrilled to partner with Five Points Fitness to offer the first exercise class in the Bay Area designed for people living with serious and chronic conditions.”
For more information on Five Points Fitness, call 415-413-4154 or go online at http://www.fivepointsfitness.net. Five Points Fitness is located at 5651 Paradise Drive in Corte Madera.
About Five Points Fitness
Five Points Fitness in Corte Madera is a full service fitness center that offers highly affordable, customized programs geared to a variety of fitness goals like strength training, endurance training or weight training. The fabulous personal training program is the key to a successful, sustained and efficient training regimen. In addition to its roster of top notch, certified personal trainers, Five Points Fitness in Corte Madera also boasts a staff of specialists and instructors in various health and fitness disciplines who offer some of the best group exercise classes in Marin. These classes are free with a gym membership and designed to fit everyone’s health and fitness needs. Classes include In-Alignment, Yoga, Mat Pilates, Spinning, Boot Camp, and Zumba! Special health services include diet consultation with a certified nutritionist, physical therapy and massage.
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Nutrition Freedom – New Health, Fitness & Well-Being Site Now Open
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NutritionFreedom.com launched January 15 offering thousands of nutritional aids, health products and supplements at discount prices with fast shipping to all 50 states, including all military addresses. Interactive forums allow users to interact with one another, rate products and post and upload information.
(PRWEB) February 11, 2012
A brand new health, well-being and lifestyle resource center, http://www.nutritionfreedom.com, launched January 15. Featuring interactive message boards, adaptive search features and a comprehensive retail store offering over 4,000 products, Nutrition Freedom was founded with founded by fitness enthusiasts who understood the need to provide reliable, affordable and accessible nutritional and supplemental products.
Site users have the opportunity to rate and review products, create user profiles, and upload workout videos. In addition to offering low prices on thousands of products, Nutrition Freedom offers rapid shipping to all 50 states and military addresses. Most orders ship within 24 hours and arrive within one or two business days.
Nutrition Freedom is a strong believer in giving back to our community, our country, and to those who have fought so hard to protect our freedoms. That’s why Nutrition Freedom has made a pledge to donate 5% of the profits from each sale to the Wounded Warrior Project. The more you support Nutrition Freedom, the more we can support our veterans.
Visit http://www.nutritionfreedom.com today to learn more.
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Pacific Heights Health Club Announces 12-Week Fitness Contest
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To help people keep their New Year’s resolutions, Pacific Heights Health Club is holding the Stay In Motion Challenge, a 12-week fitness contest.
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) February 10, 2012
Many people start the new year determined to lose weight, but tend to hit a wall and give up around week three. That’s why Pacific Heights Health Club (PHHC) is holding a 12-week fitness contest, the Stay In Motion Challenge, to help people keep their resolutions and become healthier. The contest begins on Monday, February 6 but the last day to sign up is Friday February 10! Winners will receive a gift basket and have the chance to get the grand prize, a treasure trove of giveaways from neighborhood merchants.
“We’re doing what we can to make sure members, especially the new ones, don’t drop off after February. The challenge participants love the support we’re providing and almost all of them have requested that we follow up with them if they don’t show up after a week,” explains Courtney Jackson, General Manager of PHHC.
The contest allows participants to choose specific tracks to follow, including: lose weight/body fat, build muscle, decrease stress, strengthen core, or improve overall fitness. The challenge includes a 30-minute consultation with a personal trainer and unlimited classes led by trainers. Participants will set goals for cardio and strength training and get the support they need to stick with it.
“I’m definitely doing the challenge again this year,” declares Christina Dreyer, CPA, one of the winners of the 2011 Stay In Motion Challenge. “When I did it last year, I consistently worked out at the club 3-4 times a week throughout the tax season and lost 10 pounds...and have kept it off. This year, it’s going to be all about balance and managing my stress level.”
Challenge winners will receive gift baskets from Pacific Heights Health Club and a chance to win the grand prize: a collection of gifts from nearby merchants including Athleta, Ayla Beauty, Flow Studios, Hlaska, Neal Pressman Bodywork, Out The Door and Vino.
“We want to build a strong sense of community while helping folks get healthy, happy and fit. The challenge has always been a great way for us to get to know our members and find out what matters most to them. This year, partnering with other merchants in the neighborhood to make this happen has helped us take it to the next level,” says Amy Lang, Owner of PHHC.
For more information about the Stay In Motion Challenge, visit http://phhcsf.com/stay-in-motion-challenge.htm, call (415) 563-6694, or stop by 2356 Pine Street (between Fillmore and Steiner).
About Pacific Heights Health Club (PHHC)
Pacific Heights Health Club is dedicated to creating healthy lifestyles one person at a time. Here, members can feel comfortable being themselves. They can connect with old friends and make new ones, and they'll see and feel the results of making healthy lifestyle choices. Best of all, they'll discover that fitness happens while they're laughing and having fun.
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Research and Markets: Health and Fitness Market Report – Focus on Clubs and Equipment – Market Estimated to Reach 4 …
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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Research and Markets(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/22a05e/health_and_fitness) has announced the addition of the "Health and Fitness Market Report - Focus on Clubs and Equipment - UK 2012-2016 Analysis" report to their offering.
The health and fitness industry has demonstrated a variable performance over the past 5 years or so. It is estimated that the UK market for health clubs including both the private and public sector was worth 3.8bn in 2011, while the fitness equipment market, covering both commercial and in-home applications, was worth an estimated 354m.
The health club market continued to grow strongly until 2009, buoyed by the local authority, corporate and wellbeing sectors, before demand was negatively affected by falling disposable incomes and rising unemployment. In addition, competition intensified with a number of new budget operators entering the market, pushing membership prices down and leading to a relatively high level of corporate activity. In 2010, the health and fitness club market experienced a first year of zero growth in more than a decade, although the market value is estimated to have returned to growth in 2011 - albeit at a low rate.
The fitness equipment market, on the other hand was affected early in 2008 by a fall in demand with health clubs postponing major refurbishment projects and the rate of new club openings falling substantially. This situation continued until 2009 leading to a fall in market value during the year. While the health and fitness club market remained flat, the commercial fitness equipment market saw a significant increase in revenues in 2010 as health clubs implemented refurbishment programmes in an attempt to attract more members.
The outlook for both of these related markets in the medium term is positive. These are mature markets, so growth rates will be limited; however, there is strong underlying demand for health and fitness facilities and, therefore, fitness equipment. It is estimated that by 2016, the market for health clubs will have reached a value of 4.4bn with the fitness equipment market forecast to be worth an estimated 403m.
Key Topics Covered:
1. Introduction
2. Summary and Future Prospects
3. Economic Environment
4. Fitness Equipment
5. Commercial Fitness Equipment Market
6. Home Fitness Equipment Market
7. Health and Fitness Clubs
Companies Mentioned:
Bannatyne Fitness BodyPower Sports Concept II Ltd Cybex International UK Ltd Dave Whelan Sports David Lloyd Leisure Group Decathlon DW Sports Store nergie Group Escalade Sports International Esporta Group Fitness First Fitness Options Gymworld Icon Health & Fitness UK JJB Sports Johnson Health Tech UK Jordan Leisure Systems Ladies Workout Express Life Fitness (UK) New Level UK Nuffield Health Powerhouse Fitness Precor Products Pulse Fitness RFE International Sports Direct Star Trac Europe Technogym UK The Club Company Topnotch Health & Fitness Clubs Total Fitness UK Fitness Supplies Versaclimber UK Virgin Active York Barbell UK.
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