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 | In memoriam: Fitness pioneer Jack LaLanne, 96, leaves strong memories
Jan 25, 2011 Inspirational, and likely feisty and health-obsessed to the end, Jack LaLanne passed away Jan. 23, 2011, from respiratory failure, a complication of pneumonia, at his home in Morro Bay, Calif. He was 96. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
 | Home gyms aim to satisfy today's consumer seeking multifunctional products
Jan 24, 2011 Consumers want a single product that does more than one thing, think cell phones that do everything but the dishes. Same applies to strength-training equipment. Some manufacturers have responded to the trend with machines that offer the ability to do a variety of workouts with fixed arms, cables and pulleys, and stretch and body resistance stations - all-in-one. SNEWS® talked to a few brands that have hopped on the trend already, and we bet there are more to come. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
 | Fitness: Movin’ & Shakin’ -- Hudson Steel, Dan Wille, Michael Hoffman, James Pomroy and more…
Jan 21, 2011 Fitness Showrooms’ equipment debut. Dan Wille back in the U.S.A. Michael Hoffman soon Dr. Hoffman to you. Plus, more news from the industry. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
 | Channel Signal: Measuring social media's ROI top-of-mind for 2011
Jan 17, 2011 Now that social media marketing campaigns have caught on over the last few years, 2011 will be the year for questions about ROI by senior management. Are you ready with the answers? Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
 | Health & Fitness Business Expo: Final numbers bigger than thought, plus 2011 show preview
Jan 17, 2011 As if the show attendee numbers released immediately following the Health & Fitness BUsiness Expo weren’t impressive enough, show organizers did a closer count and audited totals revealed even better news for the fitness segment. Plus, show staff shares a look at 2011 and beyond. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
 | Fitness financials: Cold-weather boosts Forzani’s holiday sales
Jan 17, 2011 Forzani Group (FGL.TO), Canada's largest sporting goods retailer and parent of the Fitness Source, said total retail system sales for the 10-week period ended Jan. 9 were up 6.5 percent as the cold weather boosted Christmas sales. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
| Junior reviewers put GeoPalz pedometer, website through the paces
Jan 14, 2011 Last year, SNEWS told you about GeoPalz, a decorative pedometer and online game that allows users to earn points through physical activity. We asked some pint-sized testers to take the GeoPalz concept for a spin to get real-world feedback. See what they had to say and how that might apply to anybody with an eye on appealing to kids. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
 | Human Resources: Linking strategy with talent -- Are you asking the right questions?
Jan 12, 2011 Many companies use the last quarter of the year to nail the final sales, plan the strategy and budget for the next year. Come January everyone hits the ground running. But how robust is your strategy implementation track record? Use these strategies to see how your talent lines up. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
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| Fitness financials: Big 5 provides preview of Q4, FY results, plus Sears
Jan 12, 2011 Big 5 provides preview of Q4, FY results and Sears releases preliminary Q4, FY results. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
 | Outdoor, fitness products shine at Consumer Electronics Show
Jan 10, 2011 The International Consumer Electronics Show recognized its market is increasingly asking for products for activity and health by launching the first Sports, Fitness and the Outdoors Summit and Exhibit as part of the 2011 main event. SNEWS talked to summit presenters, show organizers and peeked at a selection of award-winning products. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Headlines |
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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. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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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. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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Dec 23, 2011
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Adventure Racing Series Launches YouTube Channel
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Accell Group to acquire Currie Technologies
Dec 21, 2011
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Christine Kennedy named 2011 USATF Masters Athlete of the Year
Dec 20, 2011
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HealthStyles “Gives the Gift of Fitness” in 2011
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Masters Track Champion Trains on ElliptiGO to Attempt Marathon Record
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Accell Group to acquire Currie Technologies
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Christine Kennedy named 2011 USATF Masters Athlete of the Year
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HealthStyles “Gives the Gift of Fitness” in 2011
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Masters Track Champion Trains on ElliptiGO to Attempt Marathon Record
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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
Dec 16, 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
Dec 16, 2011
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