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Did you hear?...One of our own going for NPR glory, Idol-style
May 8, 2007
James Mills, one of the reporters for our immensely popular SNEWS® Live podcast programming, admits he's a National Public Radio geek. But it’s not just because he has a passion for quilt-making, renaissance poetry and Thanksgiving cranberry relish. As SNEWS® Live listeners have probably noticed by now, Mills loves the art of telling stories.
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SNEWS® Cartoon Corner: Don't let my exercise machine burn!
May 7, 2007
The SNEWS® Cartoon Corner -- Wife saves exercise machine over husband. By Jerry King.
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Fitness financials: Town Sports posts wider Loss for Q1, plus Big 5, Crocs, Sears, Under Armour, Puma, Iconix
May 7, 2007
Fitness financials: Town Sports posts wider loss for Q1. Big 5 earnings rise 28 percent. Crocs Q1 net income up nearly fourfold. Sears says same-store sales down in Q1, anticipates earnings increase. Under Armour Q1 net income rises. Puma posts 3.8 percent rise in net profit. Danskin Fitness-parent Iconix reports record Q1 earnings.
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"Fitness American-Style III" survey: Key push to exercise is recent physical
May 4, 2007
The medical profession could be key in getting more people to work out, according to the results of the third edition of the "Fitness American Style" survey done by Ketchum Global Research Network for the IHRSA association.
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Health & Fitness Business Show '07: Golf scramble takes amazing shape, adds former NFL pro Steve Beuerlein as guest player!
May 4, 2007
SNEWS® is ready to bust over the exciting news about our second-annual golf scramble at the Health & Fitness Business Show.
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Did you hear?... SPAM and viruses only getting worse
May 4, 2007
According to multiple surveys, SPAM is only getting worse, not better, as spammers get more creative and devious. Postini, a California-based communications security and compliance company, released a study that found total SPAM has increased 222 percent since 2005, and 125 percent since October 2006.
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In Memoriam: Texas retailer Eclat 'work family' suffers loss
May 3, 2007
Texas' Eclat Inc., dba Fitness Unlimited, Winston Fitness and Busy Body Houston, said store manager Dhani Taylor suffered a loss on May 2 when his 4-year-old daughter, Arianna, was hit by a vehicle and did not survive.
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Did you hear?... 180s company loses lawsuit demanding unpaid severance in alleged wrongful termination
May 2, 2007
The 180s company, known for its wrap-around ear muffs and other innovative products, has lost a lawsuit in a Baltimore court that charged the company with refusing to pay severance and bonuses to two employees who were fired after speaking up about low morale and mistreatment of other employees.
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Fitness Movin' & Shakin': BH Fitness, Horizon Fitness, Michael Grant, GoFit, Bodyguard, Bally
May 1, 2007
The latest moves from the fitness industry's movers and shakers.
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Merchandising Know-How: What do your customers think of your store?
May 1, 2007
Do you have a good handle on how customers perceive your store? You might want to find out, as recent studies have shown that just having satisfied or even loyal customers is not enough these days. As the marketplace becomes more competitive, shopper satisfaction does not necessarily mean an emotional relationship is being established. Retailers now have to develop customer advocates.
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iFitness Belts
Oct 17, 2011
The iFitness belts SNEWS recently tested are great for runners who like to carry gadgets, keys and snacks with them.
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Fitnex E55SG Elliptical
Sep 14, 2011
So many ellipticals can be large and pricy, and the though the smaller ones may have a lower price tag, what they give up to get there makes for a more wobbly ride that’s not as much fun. The Fitnex E55SG elliptical manages to be rather petite but still can hold its own when a user pushes it hard.
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Advertising Sales - Big Earth Publishing
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November retail, outdoor, online sales rise; NRF raises forecast
Dec 26, 2011
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Retailer At Home Fitness launches own product line to help boost online sales
Dec 21, 2011
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Some fitness retailers see opportunities to add stores heading into 2012
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Merchandising Tour: Set up your booth and grab a beer while everyone else is still hard at work
Dec 9, 2011
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The Merchandising Doctor gives Boulder Running Company royal sock treatment
Nov 16, 2011
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How to Sell: Insulation
Nov 9, 2011
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Outdoor Research wants to protect from cold and dry, not just chilly and wet
Nov 18, 2011
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