BodySense®
, developed by scientist Jürgen Woldt, uses
the TCM model to encourage muscles to move smoothly Gym80’s sensory fi tness concept
A fi tness concept which combines different sensory cues to encourage better workout results has been created by German gym equipment manufacturer gym80 International. BodySense®
is a series of pods with a piece of
resistance equipment in each and a screen pro- jecting sounds and visuals. The pods also combine stimulating haptic and olfactory elements. The concept is based on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) where visuals, sounds and scents of the fi ve elements have been allocated to different muscle groups to stimulate optimum per- formance. For example, red, or the element of fi re, has been found to have an effect on the quads so this colour will be in the pods which feature equip- ment to help exercise the legs (see picture above). Scientist Jürgen Woldt began working on the concept in 1981, after he observed people work- ing out and his interest was sparked in the way muscles behave during movement.
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www.bodysense.de Tabacón is leading Costa Rica’s carbon neutral drive
At the forefront of Costa Rica’s sustainability efforts, The Tabacón Grand Spa Thermal Resort in Arenal, Costa Rica, has just become the fi rst hotel in the country – and the second only worldwide – to meet the require- ments of the Luxury Eco Certifi cation Standard. Tabacón Grand Spa Thermal Resort was also certi-
CARBON NEUTRAL BY 2021
fi ed as 100 per cent carbon neutral in May 2009 and is key to Costa Rica’s continuing efforts to become the world’s fi rst carbon-neutral country by 2021. In addition, the resort has introduced Tabacón Green, an environmental awareness programme for guests. explore further... •
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Egypt’s Taba Heights resort has unveiled what is reported to be the coun- try’s fi rst ever salt cave. The 100sq m (1,076sq ft) cave uses salt from the Dead Sea – the fl oor is covered in a thick layer of crystals and the ceiling has salt stalactites. As the air mixes with the salt it picks up traces of iodine, potassium, cal- cium, magnesium, iron, bromine and selenium. Colour therapy lights have also been included.
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A 45-minute session in the cave will cost US$25 (20, £16) and is intended to have a positive impact on mood and wellbeing. Salt therapy is also said to promote health by aiding the treatment of dermatological diseases, nervous system dis- orders, metabolic disturbances, digestive tract problems, heart disease and illnesses of the respiratory tract.
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“IF EVERYTHING’S UNDER CONTROL, YOU’RE GOING TOO SLOW” Mario Andretti (Italian-born, US racing driver) explore further... •
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