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May 2008

Special Report: Staffing


People Power
Strategies for Hiring and Training Employees

Hiring & Training
3 Top Strategies for Investing In Your Staff

Insurance
Attract Quality Staff with Medical Benefits

Certification
Unique Certifications for a Competitive Edge

Plus:
  • Meet the Expert: Pilates Programming
  • Research/Science Update: Protein and Body Composition
  • Purchasing Guide: Flooring
 

April 2008

2008 Buyer's Guide


Search the Fitness Manangement Buyers Guide
online database by product, supplier or brand.

The annual buyer's guide issue is not
available in a browsable digital format.


 
 

March 2008

Special Report: Programming


Inspiring Profits
Strategies for Increasing Member Participation

Group Fitness
Pre-Style vs. Freestyle: The Pros and Cons

Incentive Programs
Motivate Members for Additional Gains

Sports Training
How to Design Triathlon Programs for Clients

Plus:
  • Making Youth Fitness Fun
  • Research/Science Update: Climbing
  • Purchasing Guide: Aquatics
 

February 2008

Special Report: Marketing & Sales


Maximizing Profit
Techniques to Gain a Competitive Edge

Personal Training
Methods to Increase Participation and Revenue

Multi-Cultural Marketing
Create a Competitive Cross-Cultural Environment

Computers/Internet
Better Serve Members with a Go-To Website

Plus:
  • Expanding the Life of Equipment
  • Research Update: Core Training
  • Purchasing Guide: Cardio Equipment
 

January 2008

Special Report: Facility Design


Design Sense
Getting Back to the Basics

Architectural Design
Transform Small Spaces Into Bit-Time Solutions

Flooring
Choosing Functional Floors for Your Outdoors

Locker Rooms
Providing the Essentials to Meet Members' Needs

Plus:
  • Aquatics for the Mind and Body
  • Research Update: Cardio Equipment Effectiveness
  • Purchasing Guide: Insurance
 

December 2007

Special Report: Year In Review


2007
Major Trends Shaping the Fitness Industry

Year-End Equipment Review
How Product Trends of 2007 Set the Stage for the Future

Year-End Programming Review
Top Industry Trends in Aquatics, Strength, Cario and Group Exercise

Year-End Finance and Liability Reviews
Experts Shed Light on Industry Commerce and Waiver Case Law

Plus:
  • Insurance Needs and Tips
  • Taking Adventure Fitness Outside
  • Purchasing Guide: Interactive/Entertainment Products
 

November 2007

Special Report: Innovations


Nova7Awards
Award-Winning Solutions to Fitness Center Operation

Facility Award Winners
7 Outstanding Facilities Win for their Innovative Ideas

Supplier Award Winners
7 Outstanding Suppliers Chosen by Readers for their Products

Award Judges & Honor Roll
Industry Experts Who Evaluate and Rate & Previous Winners List from 1993-2006

Plus:
  • Managing the Fun in Kids Fitness
  • Sauna and Steam Room Maintenance
  • Purchasing Guide: Management Software
 

October 2007

Special Report: Facility Design


Design Trends
Solutions to Smart and Cost-Effective Fitness Center Design

Architectural Design
How to Design a 'Green,' Environmentally Friendly Facility

Equipment Purchasing
Equipping to Serve the Able-Bodied and Disabled

Flooring
Choosing Flooring for Activity, Safety and Aesthetics

Plus:
  • Investing in Free Weights
  • Running a Smart Towel Service
  • Purchasing Guide: Locker Rooms
 

September 2007

Special Report: Profit Centers


Programs for Profits
Solutions to Increasing Your Facility's Revenue Stream

Personal Training
How to Establish a Strong Referral Base

Nutrition
Combine Nutrition with Personal Training for Results

Mind/Body Programs
Provide Extra Value to Pilates Programs

Plus:
  • Do's and Don'ts of Offering Amenities
  • AED Regulations and Requirements
  • Purchasing Guide: Assessment Software
 

August 2007

Special Report: Finance


Budgeting for Profits
Solutions to Increasing Your Faclity's Value

Used Equipment
Budgeting for Low-Cost Equipment

Billing
Planning, Accounting and Scheduling in a Digital Age

Concessions
Feed Your Coffers with Food and Drink Cafes

Plus:
  • Scheduling Group Fitness
  • Bridging the Rehab Gap
  • Purchasing Guide: Specialized Equipment/Accessories
 

July 2007

Special Report: New Horizons


Cutting Edge Fitness
Solutions to Meeting the Needs of Today's Exerciser

Entertainment
Thinking Outside the Xbox

Assessment
Using Evidence-Based Fitness for Results

Special Groups
Programming for Multiple Generations

Plus:
  • Cable Strength Training
  • Training Zones for Cardio
  • Purchasing Guide: Cycles & Ellipticals
 

June 2007

Special Report: Programming


Group Excitement
Solutions to Inspire Your Members to Work Out

Group Fitness
2007 Group Trends to Make It Fun!

Aquatics
Making Waves for Fun and Fitness

Sports-Specific Training
Training Members to be Fit for Sport

Plus:
  • Adding a Climbing Wall
  • Assessing for Cardio Programs
  • Purchasing Guide: Strength Training
 

May 2007

Special Report: Customer Service


The Service Experience
Solutions to Keep Your Members Happy

Front Desk Operations
Empowering Your Front Lines to Serve

Management
Ego-Surfing to Gauge Member Satisfaction

Website Design
Making Web Impressions to Sell Your Facility

Plus:
  • A Pilates Primer
  • Cashing In on Beverage Bars
  • Purchasing Guide: Flooring
 

April 2007

2007 Buyer's Guide


Search the Fitness Manangement Buyers Guide
online database by product, supplier or brand.

The annual buyer's guide issue is not
available in a browsable digital format.


 
 

March 2007

Special Report: Staffing and Education


Team Excellence
Solutions to Hiring and Retaining a Quality Staff

Training & Education
3 Key Factors to Use When Hiring Facility Employees

Staff Attrition
Ways to Keep Staff Happy and Motivated

Risk Management
Educating Staff to Keep Members Safe

Plus:
  • Locker Room Renovations
  • Core Training Basics
  • Raising Facility Capital
 

February 2007

Special Report: Member Attrition


Retaining Members
Solutions to Keep Members Coming Back

Fitness Assessment
Motivate Members by Measuring Exercise Results

Customer Service
Improve Service Experience with Secret Shoppers

Maintenance
Keep Customers Happy by Raising Cleanliness Standards

Plus:
  • 2nd Annual Augie's Bash
  • Group Cycling Principles
  • Youth Weight-Loss Program Basics
 

January 2007

Special Report: Sales


Growing Membership
Solutions for Reaching New Members and Keeping Them

Computer Software
Using Email to Stay Connected to Members

Marketing
Creating Marketing Messages to Reach Older Adults

Equipment
Introducing New Equipment to Keep Members Motivated

Plus:
  • Personal Training for Cardio
  • The Resting Metabolic Rate Debate
  • Purchasing Guide: Insurance