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when the units require maintenance electro-magnetic force, rather than any
without having to disassemble the contact on the wheel, to provide a
machine. Seven pieces were on display, perfect linear application of resistance.
and the range will expand to 19 An optional console offers feedback
products by the end of 2009. such as RPM, heart rate and wattage
The latest models of the KRANKcycle output, designed to help instructors
and Tomahawk MyRide bike were also better structure their group cycling
launched at IHRSA. classes. Two models of console are
available: Sport and Performance.
MyRide, the studio and gym floor
indoor cycling solution, previewed its Octane Fitness launched its new xRide
new 3wave design at IHRSA. Allowing ‘seated elliptical’ cross-trainer. The
for freestanding, pod formation or wall xRide delivers the benefits of a standing
mounting options all in one, 3wave can elliptical – total-body, low-impact CV
adapt to any environment. Occupying workouts – from a comfortable seated
minimum floor space, the system comes position. With 30 different resistance
assembled with fully integrated wiring. levels and a walk-through design, it’s
easy to access for everybody, while its
Nautilus unveiled its new range of elliptical movement provides a far
indoor bikes, the Schwinn A.C. greater range of motion and increased
(Authentic Cycling) Series. Designed to glute activity compared to recumbent
closely replicate the experience of bikes. It can also move forward or in
cycling a real bike, the A.C. Series reverse, adding variety and working
comprises three models: Classic and different muscles, while the MultiGrip
Sport, both of which have a zinc-coated handlebars add the option to exercise
steel frame; and Performance, with its the upper body too. Exercisers can
The Schwinn A.C. bikes from aluminium frame. All feature a chain choose to work the whole body, the
Nautilus closely replicate the rather than a belt. They also have a lower body only by holding the
experience of cycling a real bike virtual braking system, which uses an stationary handlebars, or the upper
GO PUT YOUR STRENGTHS TO WORK
REPORT BY DR PAUL BEDFORD
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PHO
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arcus Buckingham, author of best-selling books First
Break All The Rules and Now Discover Your Strengths,
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OGRAPHER:
walked on stage with the confi dence of a Brit who
has conquered America. He was there to talk about a movement
that’s sweeping through business, education and government. THE PHO
What is this movement? It’s simple and quite obvious: a focus on
using and developing your strengths as much as possible.
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Buckingham asked how many of us spend the majority of
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our working day using our strengths. The answer: extensive
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research has shown that only 17 per cent of us have a job
where we use our strengths. International comparisons over Success will come from using your strengths, says Buckingham
a 10-year period have shown that western countries have
started to change their performance focus to address this but, table below left). Most notable is the dramatic change that
said Buckingham, even more effort is needed to get the best has occurred in China, a country experiencing massive growth
performance from employees. over recent years. Could this growth be attributed to the shift
Research conducted by Gallup – specifi cally, the 2000 and towards focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses?
2008 responses to the question “which do you think will help Buckingham suggested that we should take time to reward
you be most successful, working on your strengths or on strengths, creating positions for people that take advantage of
your weaknesses?” – threw up some interesting fi ndings (see their strengths – even if it means going against conventional
wisdom and breaking all the rules. At a time when many
2000 Strengths (%) Weaknesses (%)
businesses are facing tough economic challenges, he believes this
US 41 59 will help us to out-perform and out-service the competition.
UK 38 62
Summarising the factors that create great-performing teams
Canada 38 62
France 35 65
and individuals, Buckingham said we must challenge the myths
China 24 76
and explore the truths. He identifi ed what he believes to be
2008 Strengths (%) Weaknesses (%) the biggest myth: that you grow the most by improving in
US 45 55
areas where you are weakest. In fact, he said – concluding on a
UK 54 46
India 56 44
point that summed up the essence of his whole presentation –
China 73 27 you will grow the most by focusing even more on areas where
IHRSA delegates 74 26
you are already strong.
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