IDEA Health and Fitness Association

FIT4MOM® LAUNCHES THEIR FIRST-EVER PRENATAL & POSTNATAL FITNESS CERTIFICATION AT IDEA® WORLD

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

SAN DIEGO, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FIT4MOM , a leading national women's fitness franchise, is excited to launch their first-ever course available to all fitness professionals, the FIT4MOM Prenatal & Postnatal Fitness Certification , at IDEA World on July 16th!

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  • SAN DIEGO, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FIT4MOM , a leading national women's fitness franchise, is excited to launch their first-ever course available to all fitness professionals, the FIT4MOM Prenatal & Postnatal Fitness Certification , at IDEA World on July 16th!
  • "IDEA is proud to support the launch of FIT4MOM's Pre & Postnatal Fitness Certification," says Amy Boone Thompson, owner, and CEO of IDEA Health & Fitness Association.
  • "I could not be more excited to support all fitness professionals with this certification and to train in person at IDEA World!"
  • To learn more about FIT4MOM's Prenatal & Postnatal Fitness Certification or to join the waiting list for the online release, visit FIT4MOM's website .

2023 Corrective Exercise Specialist of the Year Award Recipient Named

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

BELTON, Texas, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The BioMechanics Method, the highest-rated provider of corrective exercise education for fitness, exercise and health professionals, is pleased to name Ryan Vivar as the Corrective Exercise Specialist of the Year® for 2023. The Corrective Exercise Specialist of the Year award recognizes an individual who is certified in The BioMechanics Method, currently providing corrective exercise services to clients/patients, and has demonstrated exceptional application of their corrective exercise skills.

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  • BELTON, Texas, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The BioMechanics Method, the highest-rated provider of corrective exercise education for fitness, exercise and health professionals, is pleased to name Ryan Vivar as the Corrective Exercise Specialist of the Year® for 2023.
  • The Corrective Exercise Specialist of the Year award recognizes an individual who is certified in The BioMechanics Method , currently providing corrective exercise services to clients/patients, and has demonstrated exceptional application of their corrective exercise skills.
  • As the 2023 Corrective Exercise Specialist of the Year, Ryan will serve as a spokesperson on corrective exercise for The BioMechanics Method.
  • Finalists for the 2023 Corrective Exercise Specialist of the Year® award were Lynne Olsen, Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist and owner of Rolling Brook Yoga in Catonsville, MD and Rhonda Collins, owner of Body Longevity in Brisbane, Australia.

TeamUp and WIFA Announce Strategic Partnership

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Fitness management software company TeamUp, a DaySmart company, and the Women in Fitness Association (WIFA) are celebrating Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day by announcing their new strategic partnership and commitment to empowering female fitness business owners.

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  • Fitness management software company TeamUp, a DaySmart company, and the Women in Fitness Association (WIFA) are celebrating Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day by announcing their new strategic partnership and commitment to empowering female fitness business owners.
  • March marks a special occasion for reflection and recognition of the achievements women throughout our history have made.
  • “At TeamUp, we hear from our customers all the time about the need for industry-specific education and training, and especially so from our women-owned businesses.
  • WIFA’s aim to see more women in the boardroom and give all females in fitness a voice, is an initiative we at TeamUp are proud to champion and support.” Jessica Armstrong, TeamUp Community and Partnerships Manager.

WellnessLiving Announces #StandwithStudios Grant Program

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

TORONTO, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - WellnessLiving, 2021 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Canada and Fast 500 North America recipient, is excited to announce the release of #StandwithStudios Grant Program.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - WellnessLiving, 2021 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Canada and Fast 500 North America recipient, is excited to announce the release of #StandwithStudios Grant Program.
  • "We created the WellnessLiving #StandwithStudios Grant Program to support studio owners with the resources they need to reimagine, refuel, and rebuild their business and help them recover from the impact of the pandemic.
  • The #StandwithStudios Grant Program is another way we're helping them live their dream."
  • The #StandwithStudios Grant Program is now accepting applications.

Perspire Sauna Studio Announces Plans for Expansion in New York and New Jersey

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Perspire Sauna Studio, the rapidly-growing infrared and red light therapy (RLT) sauna franchise, has just announced plans to develop in the New York City and New Jersey area. News of the planned expansion was made public at the ongoing 2022 IFE Conference in New York City, where the brand's executive team is currently promoting their franchise opportunity alongside other franchise concepts from around the world. After a year of rapid growth, Perspire Sauna Studio continues to grow, amid a lingering pandemic and a renewed focus on individual self-care and wellness options. In 2022 alone, the brand has already signed agreements for 39 new studios.

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  • NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Perspire Sauna Studio , the rapidly-growing infrared and red light therapy (RLT) sauna franchise, has just announced plans to develop in the New York City and New Jersey area.
  • "With a rapidly-growing demand for infrared therapy, Perspire Sauna Studio is ready to further expand in the Northeast," says Lee Braun, Founder, and CEO of Perspire Sauna Studio.
  • As that number continues to trend upward, Perspire Sauna Studio will be well-poised for success and continued development in the New York and New Jersey markets.
  • Perspire Sauna Studio is the fastest-growing infrared sauna and redlight therapy franchise in the U.S.

IDEA Health & Fitness Association Announces New Ownership

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

SAN DIEGO, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEA Health & Fitness Association, the world's leading organization for fitness and wellness professionals, announces new ownership as it prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary and a return to in-person education at its premier conference event, IDEA® World Convention. Amy Boone Thompson, former vice president and general manager and now owner and chief executive officer, will continue to lead IDEA as a new generation of fitness and wellness professionals Inspire the World to Fitness®.

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  • SAN DIEGO, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --IDEA Health & Fitness Association, the world's leading organization for fitness and wellness professionals, announces new ownership as it prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary and a return to in-person education at its premier conference event, IDEA World Convention.
  • IDEAfit, Inc. (dba IDEA Health & Fitness Association) is poised to offer its members and the wellness industry even greater world-class conference experiences, as well the gold-standard education and content that fitness professionals have come to rely on for their success.
  • IDEA Health & Fitness Association has served as the world's leading organization of fitness and wellness professionals for 40 years.
  • IDEA delivers world-class content, resources and continuing education to fitness professionals, business owners and allied health professionals via a vast content library, including the award-winning IDEA Fitness Journal.

REI Co-op broadens its selection of running gear and expertise to help more people get outside

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Thursday, April 14, 2022

SEATTLE, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- REI Co-op, a leading resource and national retailer for running, is amplifying its commitment to the sport by continuing to invest in a multi-year strategy that builds upon recent category growth. Customer demand for running and fitness products has doubled since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. REI is meeting this demand by broadening its product assortment of the most sought-after running gear, evolving in-store experiences, deepening training for retail product experts, and expanding national and local partnerships to help more customers turn to the co-up for their running needs.

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  • With its long history of helping people get outside, REI is poised to help runners of all skill levels confidently run outside on any surface, through the woods, in the desert, on the trail or in the city.
  • The co-op is growing its already broad assortment of technical running gear to help runners feel supported for extended durations and through any weather condition on either pavement or gravel.
  • The co-op is piloting new store layouts and deepening staff training to serve as inspiration hubs for all running gear and equipment needs.
  • If you can't visit a store, you can shop at REI.com , REI Outlet or the REI shopping app .

Crunch Franchise Debuts New Training Center in Jacksonville, Fla.

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Monday, April 4, 2022

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crunch Franchise today announced the launch of its first-ever comprehensive National Training Center in Jacksonville, Florida. The National Training Center, part of the new 34,000 square foot, $4 million Crunch Harbour Village location, offers an in-depth curriculum covering gym operations, including planning, pre-sale, construction, marketing, sales, operations, group fitness, personal training, and fitness education for Crunch Franchise owners and operations personnel. This fully operational gym brings classroom training to life with real-time, hands-on training in a gym environment.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crunch Franchise today announced the launch of its first-ever comprehensive National Training Center in Jacksonville, Florida.
  • "There is truly nothing like the level of training, development, and support that we provide our franchise network here at Crunch," said Craig Pepin-Donat, Crunch Executive Vice President.
  • "The investment in our National Training Center has dramatically elevated the support we provide to our franchise partners and their teams.
  • The Crunch National Training Center is part of Crunch University, which offers onboarding and educational programming.

IHRSA Foundation & Fitness Industry Tackle Mental Health Issues

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

BOSTON, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The fitness industry is working to normalize mental health and recognize it as another element of overall wellness that needs to be exercised and cared for. With the recently released IHRSA Foundation toolkits, health clubs, gyms, and studios can provide consumers with mental health programming and initiatives that fit their individual needs.

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  • Our mental health and well-being have plummeted globally and the health and fitness industry has a crucial role to play in reversing this public health crisis," said IHRSA President & CEO Liz Clark.
  • The health and fitness industry can combat mental health issues by providing a safe, supportive place to improve mental health.
  • Along with a list of opportunities for the fitness industry to address mental health and well-being, fitness facilities that possess the IHRSA Foundation resources are equipped with:
    Current knowledge, attitudes, and awareness among fitness industry professionals about mental health and the benefits of exercise,
    Evidence on the benefits of exercise for general mental health and well-being and clinical and subclinical mental health conditions, and
    Examples of fitness industry leaders addressing mental health in their facilities with advice for other operators.
  • The IHRSA Foundation toolkits were made possible thanks to a generous grant from the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation .

Personal Trainers Ready to Inspire the World to Fitness®

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Positive health results matter more than ever, and that's exactly what IDEA Health & Fitness Association supports with an annual event that prepares personal trainers to grow their businesses and design cutting-edge fitness programs.

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  • Positive health results matter more than ever, and that's exactly what IDEA Health & Fitness Association supports with an annual event that prepares personal trainers to grow their businesses and design cutting-edge fitness programs.
  • Personal trainers are eager to reconnect with top-level education that empowers them to make a lasting impact in their communities.
  • "Like all of IDEA's events, IDEA Personal Trainer Institute has always been a guiding educational light for personal trainers who want to do more than count reps, but rather make their reps count.
  • To schedule an interview with a personal trainer, or for more information about IDEA Personal Trainer Institute , contactJoy Keller, [email protected].