Connexus Connexus is a new exercise solution that lets fitness clubs offer a wide variety of functional training programming and specialty classes in a single training space. The system, which can be expanded or replicated, can accommodate a number of members at the same time. Clubs can choose from freestanding or wall-mounted Connexus stations and/or acquire optional ex- pansion kits to create exactly the configuration they require to meet their needs with respect to budget, space and members. For more infor- mation, contact
info@stakfitness.com or call 877-782-5002.
Fitterfirst Classic
Balance Board The lightweight Fitterfirst Classic Balance Board is the next generation of balance board. See benefits such as increased knee, ankle and core strength and improved joint range of motion. Fitterfirst Classic Boards can be used to conveniently prevent and rehabilitate injuries at the clinic, club or at home. The Fitterfirst Classic Balance Board Stand holds 30 boards for easy and simple storage. The top slot is able to accommo- date up to 30 resistance bands as well as a balance ball. For more information, visit
www.fitter1.com.
Budget for storage when purchasing Equipment suppliers can provide at
least one storage option for just about every piece of equipment on the mar- ket, says Dickson, who always encour- ages clients to budget for storage with every purchase. In the best cases, some equipment automatically comes with a storage system.
Keeping it simple works too At The Zone fitness Centre at Brock
University in Hamilton, Ontario, fit- ness manager Eric Walter says that storing the really small pieces presents the greatest challenge. “It can be a bit of a nightmare,”
says Walter, whose large facility pro- vides lifting belts and straps, resis- tance bands, foam rollers, skipping ropes, yoga blocks, ankle weights, etc., for its members. “We’re always adjusting what we’re doing, and we haven’t found the perfect solution quite yet.” Currently, shelves with labelled bins
create a neat and organized appear- ance. “We used to let members grab
what they needed, but things would go missing or be left out on the floor,” says Walter. “Now we require them to ask a staff member, and by adding that accountability we don’t seem to have this issue anymore.” For the facility’s fitness classes, in-
structors control all of the equipment— such as yoga mats, body bars, dumb- bells, and steps and risers. Built-in storage cupboards make managing it a smooth process and keeps the floor bare when the equipment is not in use. When purchasing equipment, al-
ways make storage and space-saving key criteria in your decision-mak- ing process. For example, look for the smallest footprint possible when choosing large installed pieces of equipment; opt for adjustable one-size- fits-all models versus purchasing mul- tiple sizes, and choose pieces that have the option of being tidily mounted on a wall.
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