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Putting on a show: The 35,300sq m trade fl oor hosted 327 exhibiting companies
allowing the user to work each side of performing the same movements at the
the body independently for balanced same time throughout the class.
training and programme variation. All TREND, a new anthracite fi nish for
use Star Trac’s LockNLoad pin-free the Excite range of equipment, was also
weight selection system. launched. Other extra features, such as
an upgraded LED interface, are due to
Technogym launched its new Kinesis be introduced in the near future.
Class concept at the show. Four
different programmes are available – The Retention People introduced
Kinesis Shape, Power, Sport and Move TRP PROCESS, a retention software
– targeting different groups with module for managing the induction
goals-focused content. Designed to drive process. Launched in conjunction with
Technogym’s Excite range now comes revenue through small group training, at TRP INDUCT, a training and
in a new anthracite fi nish (above), least three Kinesis ONE modules are consultancy package that focuses on
known as TREND. Other refi nements to needed. The modules are integrated into behavioural change, TRP PROCESS links
the range are also due to be launched a wall confi guration, with participants all in with clubs’ existing IT systems and
other TRP software. It tracks members
through their induction experience,
THE TALK OF THE SHOW
helps staff to tailor interactions
appropriately, and allows management
REPORT BY PROMOTE PR throwing them back into a basketball to report on the effectiveness of their
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alking around the two net, thereby feeding them back into the induction process, ensuring it can be
exhibition halls at the machine. Described as a fun alternative refined to improve retention.
Moscone Center in sunny to treadmills and other stationary gym
San Francisco this year, the atmosphere equipment, it delivers an intense workout ZigZag launched the interactive
felt distinctly more subdued than in for individual or group workouts and can Expresso S3y Upright Youth Bike, which
past visits to IHRSA. There seemed to be packed away for easy storage. – through its 19” integrated LCD
be less traffi c on the show fl oor and Meanwhile, Star Trac held a charity screen – allows children to pedal
the exhibition itself appeared to lack Spinning event, Chain Reaction, across through a range of virtual worlds, ride
the buzz of former years. Talking to the three days of the show. Raising funds into scenic landscapes, take part in
exhibitors, however, all agreed that, for Dr Oz’s HealthCorps’ mission to off-road competitions and even enter a
while there was indeed less footfall, stop child obesity, it invited everyone fantasy kingdom and chase dragons.
those visiting the show were there to to ride alongside celebrities and Riders must pedal to take part in more
buy, with strong leads generated. athletes, provided they met a minimum than 30 different tours and play a range
The KRANKcycle by Matrix Fitness fundraising goal of US$75 per rider per of games in which they can win virtual
– the latest concept from Johnny G, the hour. Most of the 15 rides across the rewards and trophies.
man behind the Spinning phenomenon three days were near capacity. All bikes have internet connectivity,
– attracted the crowds. The excitement so riders can tap into an online
and enthusiasm around the stand was community and compete in real time
palpable as visitors stopped to watch with their friends and family. Designed
new group ‘kranking’ sessions – hailed as for children aged nine to 15, it’s smaller
Spinning for the upper body. than other ZigZag bikes and is power-
Another product to attract attention assisted to make the range of virtual
was The Gun, by Shoot-A-Way. This courses easier to negotiate.
basketball machine shoots out up to one
ball per second – that’s up to 1,800 per kate cracknell
hour – with players catching them and Kranking: “Spinning for the upper body”
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