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Strategic partner for IHRSA in Croatia


IHRSA has announced a new strategic partnership for Croatia, having come to an agreement with CLT Sportski Savjeti – the representative for Les Mills in Croatia. “IHRSA is pleased to work with a strong


partner in the newest European Union country,” says Hans Muench, IHRSA director for Europe. “By partnering with CLT, IHRSA is leveraging global strengths and local expertise in order to grow the sector and raise awareness about the health benefits of exercise.” CLT’s plans for 2013 include driving


growth and improving the professionalism of the Croatian fitness sector via regional seminars, regular networking events, a new internet and social media platform and organised trips to IHRSA’s European Congress and the 33rd Annual IHRSA International Convention & Trade Show. Laurent Duchene of CLT says: “It was


a great experience to attend IHRSA’s 12th European Congress in Vienna, Austria, last year. After networking and sharing best practices with over 450 delegates from 35 countries, I was keen to become part of IHRSA’s network.” Details of the new partnership were


announced at the FRIC Fitness and Wellness International Congress, which took place in Rijeka, Croatia, on 22 June. “IHRSA and CLT share a common goal of promoting and protecting the global


Events diary Visit www.ihrsa.org/calendar


5–7 September 2013 14th Annual IHRSA / Fitness Brasil Latin American Conference & Trade Show – São Paulo, Brazil


12 September 2013 Championship Personal Training: Increasing Your Business Performance (Webinar)


17–20 October 2013 13th Annual IHRSA European Congress – Madrid, Spain


12–15 March 2014 IHRSA 2014: The Annual International Convention and Trade Show – San Diego, California, US


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Congress: Registration rates rise after 20 August


The European Congress features presentations delivered by executives from inside and outside the health club industry, providing thought-provoking commentary on trends shaping business and the fitness industry. Networking events, focus group discussions and evening and lunch receptions provide the opportunity to build relationships with colleagues from across Europe. Registration rates for this year’s event – to be held on 17-20 October in Madrid – will increase after 20 August. Visit www.ihrsa.org/congress to learn more and to register at the lowest available price.


Applications open for Leadership Award


Duchene: Keen to become part of IHRSA’s network


health and fitness industry,” says Joe Moore, IHRSA’s president and CEO. “We look forward to growing this mutually beneficial relationship.”


Running reduces anxiety, says study


A new study published in The Journal of Neuroscience suggests that running can reduce anxiety. The study involved two groups of mice: one sedentary group, and another that was allowed and encouraged to run regularly. All of the mice were then put in mildly anxiety-inducing situations, and the parts of the brain responsible for stress response lit up in both groups’ brains. However, the regular runners adapted


quickly and were able to cope with the anxiety much more rapidly than the sedentary mice, who still showed signs of stress and anxiety long after their counterpart group had calmed down. “It’s not a huge stretch to suggest the hippocampi of active people might be less susceptible to certain undesirable aspects of stress than those of sedentary people,” says study author Elizabeth Gould.


Rene Moos of HealthCity International won the European Club Leadership award in 2012


IHRSA is seeking nominations for the 2013 European Club Leadership Award. The award will be presented at the annual IHRSA European Congress in Madrid, Spain. The award recognises the European club leader who has done the most to advance their company and the industry through strong leadership and performance. Individuals may nominate themselves or others. The deadline for entries is 6 September. For an application form, email intl@ihrsa.org


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About IHRSA


Founded in 1981, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association is the only global trade association, representing more than 10,000 health and fitness facilities and suppliers worldwide. To learn how IHRSA can help your


business thrive, visit www.ihrsa.org Locate a quality IHRSA club at www.healthclubs.com


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