FREE WEIGHTS


Segregation of men and


women is not necessary, but women must feel welcome


FREE: for all A


ccording to IHRSA, one of the hottest fitness trends right now is exercise involving the core and stabilising


muscle groups – so free weights areas, with their focus on functional-style equipment, are right on the money. However, despite the growing interest


in free weights, this section of the gym can still be rather intimidating: massive


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weights, black rubber and young guys grunting. Any women who are there look like they’re in the know, and are therefore equally intimidating. But it’s an important part of any


workout: free weight training allows for creative programming that gets results. A good weights session can incorporate resistance and cardiovascular training, as well as helping with back trouble,


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improving muscle tone and boosting weight loss. Health clubs need to help reluctant members get started in this important area of the gym. Fortunately there’s loads of help at


hand: suppliers are developing innovative equipment, as well as programmes and classes with free weights as the main focus. So what’s the next step? We ask the experts for their thoughts...


November/December © cybertrek 2012


ONCE THE DOMAIN OF YOUNG MALES TRYING TO GET BIG, MORE PEOPLE ARE NOW VENTURING INTO THE FREE WEIGHTS AREA. HOW CAN YOUR CLUB MAKE THE MOST OF THIS KIT? KATH HUDSON REPORTS


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