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FIT3 updates supplier list, hires fitness industry expert as consultant
Oct 6, 2010
FIT3, the new store opening this fall near Washington D.C., confirmed one change to its supplier list and said it has hired fitness industry veteran Gordy Gronkowski of G&G; Fitness as a consultant.
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Article Thumbnail Universities super-size rec centers to recruit, retain students
Oct 6, 2010
Universities are pouring money into elaborate recreation centers where students socialize as much as they exercise. And this has meant big business for fitness manufacturers and climbing wall companies.
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Health & Fitness Business ’10: MMA, balance and, yes, nailbeds give accessories an edge
Oct 4, 2010
In a tough economy, the Big Purchase may not happen…but a smaller one might. So it was no surprise to see the Health & Fitness Business show floor flooded with small-purchase items. Read on to find out what SNEWS found that may pump up your mix.
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Article Thumbnail SNEWS TV -- Hodgson gets confused on treadmills, Iknoian finds balance
Oct 4, 2010
SNEWS TV's latest episodes finds Michael Hodgson getting pumped up and just a bit confused in a strength and treadmill segment from HFB and Therese Iknoian talking about the importance of balance training in her popular TNT with Therese segment.
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Article Thumbnail Fitness financials: NYSE warns Nautilus about possible de-listing, plus Sears
Oct 4, 2010
Nautilus said it received a warning that its shares could be de-listed from the New York Stock Exchange if it cannot increase its market capitalization or shareholder equity. Plus, Sears to offer $1.25 billion in notes privately.
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Health & Fitness Business ’10: Simple cardio innovations add spark
Oct 1, 2010
The economy has not been kind to big purchases like treadmills and ellipticals and it seemed most companies dialed back launches and new stuff to focus on add-ons and upgrades. SNEWS cruises the HFB show floor to find a few highlights.
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Article Thumbnail Fitness Industry Dealers Association launches: Time to take part in the future
Sep 29, 2010
Several dozen attendees gathered at the Health & Fitness Business Expo for a “town hall” meeting to hear about the mission of the newly launched Fitness Industry Dealers Association (FIDA). Read on for details about the group's benefits and how to join.
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Article Thumbnail Fitness financials: Sears to offer $665 million in notes
Sep 29, 2010
Sears Holdings, owner of the Sears and Kmart retail chains, said it plans to privately offer $500 million in senior secured notes due 2018.
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Did you hear?...Bowflex machine not at fault in student athlete’s death
Sep 28, 2010
The death of a student athlete at a home east of Sacramento, Calif., was ruled a “tragic accident,” and a Bowflex exercise machine did not cause the death, according to the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office overseeing the investigation.
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Article Thumbnail SNEWS TV @ Interbike/HFB: ‘TNT’ on treadmills, balance training & more, plus ‘What’s Hot’ product picks
Sep 27, 2010
SNEWS TV had a wild ride at the Interbike and Health & Fitness Business shows Sept. 21-24, covering hot products, events, trends and more. Don’t miss your fix: Michael Hodgson’s What’s Hot, TNT with Therese Iknoian, and the Daily Juice...nine episodes in all live during the show, Sept. 22-24, and more coming Sept. 27 and beyond.
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Dec 23, 2011
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Adventure Racing Series Launches YouTube Channel
Dec 23, 2011
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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
Dec 14, 2011
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Masters Track Champion Trains on ElliptiGO to Attempt Marathon Record
Dec 14, 2011
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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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