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HUNDREDS OF PRODUCTS DISPLAYED UNDER ONE ROOF
The fitness industry continues to grow rapidly - competition is fierce and getting more so all the time. Save time and money by making multiple contacts in one place instead of attending meeting after meeting with individual company reps.
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FREE ADMISSION
Unlike many national fitness conventions that charge annual dues and/or registration fees for entrance into the exhibit hall we have maintained a NO HIDDEN COST policy.
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Savor cuisine prepared by the Rio's acclaimed chefs. Everyone is welcome as we honor our Lifetime Achievement Award and Distinguished Service Award Recipients.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
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Club Profitability Conference
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IHRSA's Club Profitability Conference was created with one goal in mind . . . to provide industry entrepreneurs and independent club operators with the necessary resources, information, and motivation to jump-start their business, increase sales and become more profitable.
The conference includes two dynamic keynote workshops, networking lunches and targeted presentations specifically focused on growing your business and increasing your profitability from both the industry's leading small club consultants as well as club operators who've gone through the trenches.
For information on the featured presenters, please visit www.ihrsa.org/conference
Attend this conference and leave Las Vegas with real tools and strategies that you will be able to take back to your club and have you making MORE PROFITS the very next day! To register for the Club Business Entrepreneur Conference, call Meredith or Dionne at 1.800.228.4772, e-mail entrepreneur(at)ihrsa.org.
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IHRSA's 4th Annual Club Profitability Conference
For more details on session topics and complete speaker bios, please visit ihrsa.org/conference
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
| 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. |
WELCOME RECEPTION |
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2008
| 6:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. |
Exercise Classes |
| 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast |
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GENERAL SESSION 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. |
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Relationships for Revenue Growth
Keith Ferrazzi, Founder and CEO, Ferrazzi Greenlight, Inc.
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As a fitness industry professional, you know that clubs are increasingly facing the reality of becoming commodities in today’s competitive marketplace. What attracts fitness oriented consumers to your club when, in the incessant ‘fog’ of today’s marketplace, they are likely to conclude a ‘club is a club’ and buy on price alone?
In this environment, the one lasting strategy for consistently growing revenue is to proactively build genuine, lasting relationships with members. Through “Relationships for Revenue Growth,” you will learn to do just that.
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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Innovative Marketing Technologies for Generating Prospects
Casey Conrad, President, Healthy Inspirations
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• Learn how to use e-booklets to rejuvenate traditional marketing mediums
• Learn how to use your website to virally market your club
• Discover how teleseminars can boost credibility and your prospect list
• Learn how to easily create podcasts and other shared audio files to use in marketing
• Learn how to set up a blog to optimize your website address
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Developing a Profitable Personal Training Program in Your Club
Laurie Cingle, President, Laurie Cingle Consulting and Coaching
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• Learn how to set up the business of personal training to ensure ease of administration and profit
• Learn how to successfully implement a new system within your current structure with your current trainers on board
• Discover how to easily administer the day-to-day operations of the business
• Measure and maintain the quality of the delivery of training services
• Understand the importance of supporting and motivating your trainers in order to consistently generate high monthly revenues
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Exceed Member Expectations Through Staff Hiring & Retention
Lisa Gorsline, Vice President / General Manager, Corpus Christi Athletic Club
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• Learn how to hire correctly
• Discover how to cut retention by adding a coaching program to your club
• Discover why not to meet members’ expectations, but to EXCEED members’ expectations
• Learn not to settle for less when hiring
• Walk away with 10 ideas you can take back and implement at your club on a tight budget
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| 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. |
Networking Lunch (pre-registration required; additional fee applies) |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
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Sales Success
Bill McBride, Chief Operating Officer, Club One, Inc.
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• Learn how to set up a consistent-solution based membership enrollment process
• Learn how to align values and expectations
• Discover how to align sales and service
• Learn about sales management concepts
• Discover the tools for success
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Key Strategies for Branding & Positioning Your Club
Derek Barton, President & CEO, Barton Productions
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• Learn how to brand your club inside and out successfully
• Learn how to position your club so it stands out from the competition
• Learn why the experience of your club is vital to your success
• Learn to emotionally connect to potential members through effective marketing
• Learn to make a difference with customer service
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1-2-3 Profit Overnight
Donna Krech, CEO, Thin & Healthy’s Total Solution
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• Learn the simplest way to see results in profit immediately
• Understand how to inspire a team by creating and implementing a business vision and mission plan
• Discuss the importance of specific tools used in preparation for profit; the tasks and performance
• Discover the commission system that always results in higher production and the bonus plan that will blow the lid off your profits
• Learn how to create the one function that will multiply your business by 10 times
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| 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. |
27TH ANNUAL NATIONAL FITNESS TRADE SHOW |
| 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. |
NFTJ Lifetime Achievement Award & Banquet |
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2008
| 6:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. |
EARLY MORNING WORKOUT |
| 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast |
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GENERAL SESSION 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. |
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Session to be Determined
Gene LaMott, TW Holdings
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. |
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Marketing Your Club Through Programming
Sandy Coffman, President / Owner, Programming for Profit
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• Implement 20 keys to guarantee programming success
• Solve 10 programming problems to combat attrition
• Learn how to use one program to promote another
• Discover six programming strategies that guarantee retention and growth
• Learn six ways newsletters build relationships with potential and existing customers
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Increase Profits & Retention with Your New Member Orientation
Daron Allen, President & CEO, Visual Fitness Planner
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• Understand the critical importance of new member integration
• Learn why fitness assessment alone costs you money
• Understand the economics of attrition
• Determine the absolute ideal time to sell added services
• Develop your own turn-key new member integration system
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E-Mail Newsletters: Creating High-Quality, Low-Cost Customer Relationships
Leslie Nolen, President, The Radial Group
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• Learn how to create a financial budget and 13-step timeline for launching a truly effective newsletter
• Learn how to make sure your newsletter actually gets delivered – the six-step e-mail delivery chain and how to avoid delivery problems
• Discover the five-step process for creating an effective newsletter – from design to content
• Learn real-life examples of what works and what doesn't – and why
• Understand the importance of professionally evaluating every program
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| 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. |
Networking Lunch (pre-registration required; additional fee applies) |
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| 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. |
27TH ANNUAL NATIONAL FITNESS TRADE SHOW |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. |
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Ultimate Customer Service
Jan Spaticchia, Chief Executive, Energie Fitness Clubs Limited
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• Discover the ten golden rules to delivering ultimate customer service
• Learn the fundamentals of creating raving fans
• Identify the key factors affecting customer response
• Discover the power of systems in delivering exceptional customer service
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Enhance Member Integration by Increasing Non-Dues Revenue & Referrals at Point-of-Sale
Karen Woodard, President, Premium Performance Training |
• Learn to increase member retention through faster integration
• Learn how to increase non-dues revenue for each department and the club
• Learn how to increase referrals at the point of sale
• Discover how to create integrated rather than independent departments at the club
• Learn how to increase staff retention
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Group Fitness Programming: Show Me the Money!
Carol Scott, CEO, ECA World Fitness Alliance
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• Learn how to create a quantifiable quality group fitness program
• Determine how to quantify usage and member retention
• Learn how to design charts that measure usage, retention and cost per head
• Discover how to determine what instructors are worth
• Learn to program for excellence, not abundance
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Ms. Fitness USA (If you stay a the Rio with our group you will receive two $100 tickets to both televised shows while supplies last) |
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2008
| 6:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. |
Early Morning Workout |
| 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast |
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GENERAL SESSION 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. |
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The Magic of Exceptional Customer Service
Doug Lipp, Former Head Trainer, Walt Disney University
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Imagine if your club could be as good and effective in servicing your customer, the member and prospect as Walt Disney World is in servicing the thousands of families that flow through their theme parks each year. Hearing Doug Lipp speak will get you well on your way to providing exceptional customer service.
Formerly the head of training at Disney Studio's Walt Disney University, Doug also worked at Disneyland where he provided the well-known "Traditions" orientation program and other leadership courses. Lipp’s Walt Disney University training experience provides fascinating stories, unique insights, and invaluable lessons. Learn how certain skills, attitudes and behavior contribute to exceptional performance to build, win, and keep market share. He includes an overview of his active listening concepts and his one and only “Life as Tigger” story.
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| 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. |
27TH ANNUAL NATIONAL FITNESS TRADE SHOW |
| 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. |
Networking Lunch (pre-registration required; additional fee applies) |
| 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. |
Ms. Fitness World (If you stay a the Rio with our group you will receive two $100 tickets to both televised shows while supplies last) |
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ACE INTERNATIONAL FITNESS SYMPOSIUM
In pursuit of growing the industry together, ACE has joined with IHRSA to bring you the ACE International Fitness Symposium for health and fitness professionals. Symposium attendees will have the opportunity to build their base of knowledge, gain hands-on practical skills, learn new and innovative training techniques, view the latest in fitness equipment, and network with IHRSA's Club Business Entrepreneur conference attendees through shared social events. For more information, please visit www.acefitness.org/symposium or call 800/825-3636, Ext. 653.
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2008
| 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. |
Registration |
| 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. |
Welcome Reception |
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2008
| 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Welcome Breakfast and Opening Session
Amy & Marty Wolff
Lecture - 0.1 CEC
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Keynote Session
Good Luck is Something YOU Create: 10 Behavior Skills Lucky People Use to Succeed
Barry Franklin, PhD
Lecture - 0.1 CEC
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Join two of NBC’s “Biggest Losers” as they share their weight loss journey and what inspired them to become ACE-certified personal trainers. Hear what it’s like to be overweight from a client’s perspective, and how to positively motivate these clients to make lifestyle changes.
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This motivational and inspirational presentation will review the key behavioral skills of highly successful people. You’ve probably heard the phrase “You create your own luck”. This session will give you a roadmap for making “luck” happen in your own life to achieve personal and professional success.
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 10:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m. |
Metabolism: Reality vs. Controversy
Len Kravitz, PhD
Lecture - 0.1 CEC
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Perhaps one of the most controversial and misunderstood topics is metabolism, or specifically resting metabolic rate (RMR). This lecture will explain the components of metabolism, factors that affect RMR, biomedical research on RMR regulation and how exercise affects metabolism. Controversial topics such as ways to "rev up your metabolism" will be discussed. Leave with an honest, practical and all-inclusive understanding of RMR.
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The Business of Group Exercise: Beyond the Numbers
Shannon Fable
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
Whether a full time instructor, an aspiring group fitness director or if you’ve landed that head job and aren’t sure what to do … this session is for you. Learn the foundations of business in the club and how YOU directly relate to the bottom line. Take away straightforward strategies and resources that will help you communicate with management effectively and lead your team with ease. |
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Cardio Coaching
Cody Sipe, MS
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
It’s time to make cardio exciting again for both client and trainer! During this session learn how to design and implement interval cardio routines that will turn your clients from cardio-haters to cardio-lovers. It can even be done with 1-4 clients simultaneously on any piece of cardio equipment. Program design, cueing, gauging intensity, modifications, motivation and progressions will be covered. |
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Becoming a Fire Fighter:Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Preparation
Lieutenant Mike Cassiola, Captain George Cruz, Fire Fighter Ian Crosby
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
Brought to you by International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). Learn how to train candidates to pass the rigorous 8-event CPAT and go through this challenging event yourself to see how you measure up to the fire fighters. |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. |
Beyond 10 Reps: New Concepts in Exercise Progression
Scott Cheatham PT, DPT, OCS, ATC
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
This session presents new concepts in exercise progression that go beyond typical sets and reps. Learn to use the body’s physiology to progress and challenge your clients. Techniques such as training specific muscle fiber types and utilizing the body’s energy systems will be presented. This is for the fitness professional desiring an in-depth understanding of advanced exercise progressions for clients of all fitness levels. |
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Group Strength: Tools and Techniques
Shannon Fable
Activity - 0.1 CEC |
Bring the best of the weight room to group fitness. Incorporate a variety of tools and techniques to develop and enhance your group fitness strength class. Apply the physiology and philosophies of strength activities to design a strong class experience. Discover how to combine personal training techniques with group fitness creativity to seamlessly deliver full body workouts. Space is limited.
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Weight Loss Nutrition: Can You Believe All the Claims?
Laura J. Kruskall, PhD, RD
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
New diet books and weight loss supplements seem to appear on a regular basis and it’s likely that your clients will be asking about them. Come away armed with the latest updates regarding specific claims and scientific support, or lack thereof, for many of these diets and supplements |
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Developing Exercise Programs for EveryBODY
Cedric Bryant, PhD
Lecture - 0.1 CE |
Based on the new ACE Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist Certification, this presentation will cover specific information and strategies necessary for advanced fitness professionals to successfully provide fitness services to individuals recovering from, or dealing with a variety of the most common diseases and health conditions. A basic review and understanding of the pathophysiology of the condition and how it may be positively influenced by regular physical activity will be provided. Emphasis will be placed on specific exercise programming considerations. |
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| 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
National Fitness Trade Show |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
BOSU® Skills and Drills
Keli Roberts
Activity - 0.2 CEC |
If you love the BOSU® Balance Trainer, and want new ideas…this is the workshop for you! Learn dozens of exercises, drills, skills and activities that can be done on the BOSU® Balance Trainer in a group or personal training setting. Discover how to progress, regress and adapt each exercise to accommodate almost all fitness and skill levels. Space is limited. |
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Balance Training: A Comprehensive Approach to Balance and Mobility Assessment and Training for Older Adults
Cody Sipe, MS
Interactive - 0.2 CEC |
Develop safe, effective and enjoyable balance and mobility enhancement programs for your older clients. Learn a variety of valid and reliable assessments to objectively measure balance control. Discover how to implement exercises for the five critical areas of balance: postural strategies, gait enhancement, multisensory control, center of gravity control and basic fitness. |
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Strategies to Enhance Fat Metabolism
Len Kravitz, PhD
Lecture - 0.2 CEC |
One of the most comprehensive lectures explaining the physiological and metabolic aspects of fat metabolism. Learn the major terms of fat metabolism, the hormonal regulation of lipolysis during exercise, the effect of exercise on lipolysis, the effect of exercise on fat oxidation, the effect of glycemic index on fat metabolism, effective exercise intensities for fat loss, and strategies to enhance fat metabolism with exercise. |
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Postural Evaluation – Blueprint for Body Balance
Marjorie King, PhD, ATC, PT
Interactive - 0.2 CEC |
This hands-on session will help you learn how to perform a postural evaluation to identify a client's potential muscular imbalances, allowing you to select exercises which promote optimal posture and movement. |
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| 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. |
NFTJ Lifetime Achievement Award & Banquet |
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2008
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Early Morning Exercise Session - 7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m. |
Keli Roberts
Early Morning Workout - 0 CEC |
Circuit BURN Training: BOSU® Ultimate Reactive Neuromuscular Training
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Jessica Matthews, MS
Early Morning Workout - 0 CEC |
Strong. Exceptional. Enlightened. Yoga.
(Bring your yoga mat!) |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. |
Trail Mix
Chris Freytag
Activity - 0.1 CEC |
Get Outdoors! Learn how to create a group personal training or fitness class outdoors. Create a fun, dynamic workout that yields great results “Boot Camp” style. Design a class involving circuits and toys that make you feel like a kid. Whether it’s a parking lot, park or field, you can use your energy and training skills to motivate and have a blast. Space is limited. |
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The New Cardio Program- Metabolic Testing and Training
Fabio Comana, MA, MS
Lecture - 0.1 CEC
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Frustrated with cardio programs that fail to deliver results? Want to learn how to build programs around each client’s unique metabolism for weight loss or performance? Join us as we review limitations to traditional programming guidelines, discuss field tests to measure metabolic markers and learn new guidelines for designing effective metabolic training programs. |
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The Downside of Our Technological Revolution? An Epidemic of Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome and Diabetes
Barry Franklin, PhD
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
This eye-opening presentation will highlight the current “diabesity” and metabolic syndrome epidemics, with specific references to environmental causes, co-morbid conditions, fitness, fatness and mortality, lifestyle/exercise recommendations, success stories and fraudulent gadgets and gimmicks. Also included will be research-based practical recommendations for client counseling. |
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Demystifying the Core
Marjorie King, PhD, ATC, PT
Interactive - 0.1 CEC |
Learn what the term "core" really means and how you can design a progressive training program to help clients activate and strengthen this important center of movement and stability. |
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KEYNOTE SESSION 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Men and Women at Work and Play
Kathy DeBoer
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
A fascinating look at how men and women approach the world and the implications for fitness professionals. Noted author and lecturer Kathleen DeBoer examines the non-physical differences between the sexes, then helps define these and other variables as they relate to gender differences in both fitness and work environments. Finally, see how men and women can better communicate, understand, and ultimately overcome their differences.
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ACE & IHRSA Networking Lunch |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 1:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
Functional Movement Screens
Fabio Comana, MA, MS
Interactive - 0.2 CEC |
Postural assessments help identify muscle imbalances, but offer limited information on movement efficiency. Movement screens provide feedback on how muscle imbalances affect movement by identifying compensated patterns and faulty neural control. Learn how to conduct key functional movement screens and understand their impact on everyday movement. |
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National Challenge: How Do We Get from Fat to Fit?
Len Kravitz, PhD
Laura J. Kruskall, PhD, RD
Alesha Kientzler, PhD
Lecture - 0.2 CEC |
Join three experts on exercise/metabolism, nutrition and mental health who will battle it out over the relative contributions of food, exercise and emotions on the current obesity epidemic. Learn the latest thinking regarding strategies to influence fatness and fitness and where each element fits into the puzzle. |
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Fire Fighter Conditioning
Lieutenant Mike Cassiola, Captain George Cruz, Fire Fighter Ian Crosby
Lecture - 0.2 CEC |
When the fire alarm rings, a fire fighter springs into action to combat a blaze wearing 75 lbs of equipment. Develop an understanding of the physical and physiological demands of this life-saving profession. Learn how you can design a functional training program for your firefighter clients to improve performance and reduce injury risk. |
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Law and All That Jazz
James Fein, JD
Lecture - 0.2 CEC |
This session will give you a guide to understanding liability laws and how to set up your personal training business while protecting yourself from legal action. You’ll receive valuable tips on risk management and how to prevent claims and possible lawsuits. |
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| 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
National Fitness Trade Show |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Principles of Post-Operative Care: The Knee
Scott Cheatham PT, DPT, OCS, ATC
Interactive - 0.2 CEC |
Our healthcare system has evolved to where patients are being discharged from rehabilitation earlier, being referred to fitness professionals for further guidance. Learn current guidelines for post-operative care of common surgical procedures of the knee including ACL reconstruction, meniscal repairs, replacement and more. |
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Plyometric Progressions for Athletes and Everyday Clientele
Peter Twist, MSc
Activity - 0.2 CEC |
Power and quickness are built from a foundation of strength and stability. Chances are your clients have this foundation and are ready to take their training to a new level. Learn how to properly and progressively implement plyos into their programs. New drills and exercises, as well as physical challenges will add excitement to your training sessions. Space is limited. |
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Rubber Resistance F.I.T…Functional Integrated Training
Keli Roberts
Activity - 0.2 CEC |
This Rubber Resistance Training goes beyond the basics and examines methods and techniques that functionally strengthen the body. The convenience and simplicity of rubber resistance makes it the perfect tool for in-home personal training. Learn body alignment, movement pattern and cueing techniques for a variety of exercises in an interactive, hands-on training session. Space is limited.
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Osteoarthritis: Workout Work-Arounds
Donna Everix, MPA, PT
Robyn Stuhr, MA
Interactive - 0.2 CEC |
Osteoarthritis is the number one joint problem in middle-aged and older adults, so if you haven’t seen it, you will! Regular, well-designed exercise programs are critical in promoting health and preventing disability from this disease. Learn to design training programs for clients with osteoarthritis, modifying the program to protect affected joints while improving fitness and function. |
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| 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. |
Ms. Fitness USA (If you stay a the Rio with our group you will receive two $100 tickets to both televised shows while supplies last) |
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2008
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Early Morning Exercise Session 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. |
Chris Freytag
Early Morning Workout - 0 CEC |
Zone Training |
Angel Chelik, MA
Early Morning Workout - 0 CEC |
Powerhouse Pilates |
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| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
National Fitness Trade Show |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 9:00a.m. - 10:15 a.m. |
Dynamic Warm Up
Peter Twist, MSc
Activity - 0.1 CEC |
Still stretching your clients prior to working out? You could be setting them up for decreased performance and injury. This session will cover the science and theory behind current warm up techniques. Help your clients prepare their bodies to move efficiently, increase power output during a lifting session or simply feel better through increased range of motion and mobility. Space is limited. |
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Crossing the Finish Line: Endurance Training Programs for the Athlete in All of Us
Todd Galati, MA
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
Move ahead of the pack with practical tools for designing programs for runners, cyclists, and multisport athletes, from recreational to elite. Learn strategies for developing individualized programs to help clients peak for their events. Help your clients peak for events through proper progressions, effective intervals and adequate recovery. |
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Women and Posture Over a Lifespan
Dawn Braud, MS
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Women experience unique changes in their posture. The effects of hormones, childbearing, aging and even fashion play a role in these changes. Learn about these effects, how to set realistic goals for your female clients with regards to postural changes and how you can impact these changes with exercise. |
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Youth Fitness Programs…What Works? What Doesn’t?
Debi Pillarella, M.Ed.
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Discover current trends in youth fitness. Understand developmental and age appropriate programming strategies for youth from early childhood through adolescence. |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
Female Fitness Triad
Robyn Stuhr, MA
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
Active women can get sidetracked in their desire for health and performance by moving towards unhealthy patterns of exercise and eating, placing too much pressure on themselves for "perfection." Understand the consequences of these behaviors, identify clients in trouble and how you can help get them back on track. |
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Incorporating Pilates Techniques into Workouts
Steve McCauley, ATC
Interactive - 0.1 CEC |
Learn the theory and principles of Pilates from former head athletic trainer and Pilates instructor for Cirque du Soleil! You can incorporate this world-recognized technique into any training program, from post-rehab client to athlete. |
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Strategies for Building Your Web Site
Rachelle Deal
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
From identifying a host to registering your URL and creating a homepage, this session takes you through the essential steps of building your website. Understand the importance of selecting the right name and a suitable host. See how consumers read web sites and learn to write copy so you appear on search engines – without paid advertising. |
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Stronger
Chris Freytag
Activity - 0.1 CEC |
“Harder, better, faster, stronger” with kickboxing drills and jump rope skills. Learn fun, intense kickboxing combos. Use the rope for jumping and non-jumping drills. Create a whole class or incorporate into your group exercise program. It can only make you stronger… Space is limited. |
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 11:45 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
High-Octane Fueling for Workouts
Fabio Comana, MA, MS
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
Confused with misinformation regarding carbohydrates, proteins and fluids to improve your workouts or your clients? Learn effective strategies for carbohydrate and protein feedings, and fluid intake before, during and following exercise to improve workouts, accelerate recovery and enhance overall results. This session provides nutritional and hydration tips for every trainer seeking an edge for themselves or their clients. |
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Training the Mind
Alesha Kientzler, PhD
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
Having a healthy mind is critical to having a healthy body. But you don’t just "have it" or "not." You have to practice mental training just like you practice your physical training. Join this session to learn practical exercises you can implement with your clients, your staff, and yourself for training your mind, and ultimately, enhancing the health of your body and spirit. |
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Prop Shop…Games, Relays and Youth Fitness Activities
Debi Pillarella, M.Ed.
Interactive - 0.1 CEC |
This interactive session gives participants over 50 ideas for games, relays and fitness based activities for youth 6-12 years of age. Learn class management techniques as well as how to take everyday props (i.e. balloons, paper plates, etc) and turn them into fitness treasures. |
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The Art of Personal Training
Dawn Braud, MS
Lecture - 0.1 CEC |
Art is a category with changing boundaries, similar to our own profession. Trainers have great skills in developing training programs but may need assistance in the art of communication, relationship building, client rapport and retention. Assess your skills to determine what you need to succeed in a business based on relationships. |
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| 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. |
Ms. Fitness World (If you stay a the Rio with our group you will receive two $100 tickets to both televised shows while supplies last) |
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MEDICAL WELLNESS FORUM 2008
Leading the Integration of Medicine and Wellness in Las Vegas
Come engage with top business leaders and faculty including leading medical, health care and provider organizations, wellness, health promotion and fitness professionals as we develop integrated strategies and programs to improve the health, productivity and well-being of employees, members and consumers.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2008
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EXECUTIVE ROUND TABLES
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2008
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ACHIEVE FITNESS USA
HAS CHOSEN THE NATIONAL FITNESS TRADE SHOW
AS THE OFFICIAL CONVENTION FOR ITS 6th ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The Achieve Fitness USA Licensing Program offers Fitness Professionals the opportunity to become business owners creating multiple revenue streams and receiving continuous support all with a low investment. For more information call 303.721.0689 or visit www.AchievePartnerPrograms.com.
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JERRY KAHN HAS NAMED THE NATIONAL FITNESS TRADE SHOW AS
"THE OFFICIAL NATIONAL FITNESS CONVENTION OF THE IPFA"
The International Physical Fitness Association is the world's largest and oldest established reciprocal association. Founded over 40 years ago, it now has over 1,200 affiliated fitness centers coast-to-coast and worldwide! For more information call 1.877.520.4732 or e-mail contact(at)ipfa.us.
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FREE ENTRANCE TO THE EXHIBIT HALL
The trade show floor will be strategically manned by the top names in our industry: equipment, services providers, supplement and nutrition experts, sportswear manufacturers and more... Many will have incredible "show specials" just for our attendees. For more information call 1.541.830.0400 or e-mail NationalFitness(at)msfitness.com.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008 - 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 11, 2008 - 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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2007 EXHIBITORS as of 8-22-07
| VersaClimber |
ProMaxima |
Troy Barbell |
| Jacobs Ladder |
Microfit |
Association Insurance |
| ABC Financial |
Club Insider News |
Centaur Floor Systems |
| Blackhawk Stretcher |
Hampton Fitness Products |
Brazil Workout |
| Umax Strength |
LiveLeanToday.com |
Hammer Strength |
| Wellness Business Systems |
Motivatrix |
Aqua Med |
| Nat'l Fitness Business Alliance |
InternationalTanning |
Intek Strength |
| Expresso Fitness |
Paramount Acceptance |
Aspen Information |
| Matrix |
MINDBODY Online |
Crunch Fitness |
| IHRSA |
ASF International |
Power Systems |
| CheckFree |
Life Fitness |
SupplementsToGo.com |
| ACE |
Face2Face |
Motus USA |
| Precor |
CYBEX |
SPRI Products |
| Performance Food Centers |
Fundamental Fitness Products |
Ms. Fitness Magazine |
| National Fitness Trade Journal |
Achieve Fitness |
Twin Oaks Software |
| AV Now |
Cemco |
Ivanko Barbell |
| StarTrac |
MYE Entertainment |
Octane Fitness |
| Nautilus |
Electronic Sports |
Neil Hirsh & Associates |
| Wellness Health Education |
Gold's Gym |
Visual Fitness Planner |
| Gym Valet/B&D Specialty |
Ideal Products |
Vescent |
| UltraSun USA |
Strive |
Ab Coaster |
| Stretchpal |
CSI Software |
Egg Whites International |
| Marpo Kinetics |
VCP Printing |
Aqua Products |
| SBR Chairs |
Medical Wellness |
Oreck Vacuum |
| APT-Pilates |
California University of PA |
NESTA |
| Slendertone |
Wisdom Natural Brands |
Club Marketing & Mgmt Serv. |
| Nice Pak Products |
SG Beverage Solutions |
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SHOW SPECIALS
You'll save money by taking advantage of the special show prices and merchandise give-a-ways when you do your buying at the National Fitness Trade Show.
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2008 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENT
Bill Kazmaier
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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
In all areas of life there are those who are considered legends. In the fitness industry we honor these individuals with our Lifetime Acheivement Award. This year, Bill Kazmaier will take his place beside Arthur Jones, Jack LaLanne, Rudy Smith, Ray Wilson, Ron Hemelgarn, Jerry Kahn, Robert Rice, Joe Gold, Bill Pearl, Ken Melby, John McCarthy, Augie Nieto, Larry Scott, and Bill Hubner.
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2008 DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS
The Distinguished Service Awards were first presented by National Fitness Trade Journal at the 15th Annual National Fitness Trade Show. All recipients have served twelve years or more on the institutional end of the fitness industry and have been chosen by fitness industry colleagues to receive special recognition for their outstanding service and accomplishments.
Terry Brown
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Chris Clawson
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Frank Trulaske
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Past recipients of the Distinguished Service Award are: Pete Asistin 2000, Dan Block 2004, Ray Boudreaux 1999, Gene Bruton 2007, Paul Byrne 1999, Mark Clayton 2002, Tom Csenar 1998, Richard Charnitski 1997, Chuck Coker 1996, Brian Davidson 2004, John Donati 1999, James Doody 1997, Ron Dorwart 1997, Greg Doxakis 2001, Patrick Ellis 2001, Jim Flanagan 1997, Sherman Grider 1999, Ralph Griesser 1996, Chet Groskreutz 2002, Lee Guthrie 1999, Patrick Hald 2005, Rich Hanson 1997, Sean Harrington 2007, Chris Henno 2006, Lynn Hoggan 1996, Rose Hriczko 1999, Gary Jones 1996, Dean Kato 2006, Tom Lincir 2000, Frank Kaplan 1997, Dennis Keiser 1996, Randy Keiser 1998, Kevin Lamar 2002, Jim Langhorn 2001, Brian Lewallen 1997, Kenneth Lucas 1999, Michael Luquette 1998, Andrew Maduza 1999, Gregg Maloley 2006, Jesse Maningo 1997, Bob Martin 1999, Chris McGill 2004, James McPartland 1998, Jay Megna 2001, Mark Nalley 2003, Viola Nicoll 1996, Augustine Nieto 1996, Phil Patti 2007, Salvatore Pellegrino 1996, Tom Proffitt 2005, Ed Pryts 2002, Steve Rhodes 1996, Andy Richters 2000, Robert Romano 2001, Al Rousseau 2006, Dave Sanderson 2002, Bill Schilling 1999, Brad Schupp 2005, Roy Simonson 1997, John Sipos 2004, Denton Smith 1998, Frank Smith 1999, Russ Squier 2000, Kent Stevens 2004, Steve Strickland 2007, Jim Sweeney 1996, Mike Sweeney 1997, Jon Thorsell 2000, Chris Torggler 2003, Jim Trisler 1997, Mark Urlage 2003, Harvey Voris 1998, John Urmston 2006, Gregory Webb 1998, Randy Webber 1998, Bill Weigel 1998, Doug Werner 2000, Les Wiehe 2007, Bo Young 1996, Bernie Zelhof 1998
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MS. FITNESS USA &
MS. FITNESS WORLD
The fitness craze continues with the ultimate in health and lifestyle competitions. If you stay a the Rio with our group you will receive two $100 tickets to both televised shows while supplies last. For more information call 1.541.830.0400 or e-mail contact(at)msfitness.com.
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HOST HOTEL
To reserve your suite(s) at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino call 1.888.746.6955. Discounted suite rates are $139 per night for a single or double occupancy. Give the reservation clerk group code SRIHRS8 to receive this discounted rate. Plus, if you stay with our group you'll also receive FREE of charge two $100 tickets to the televised SupplementsToGo.com Ms. Fitness USA (September 6) AND two $100 tickets to the televised SupplementsToGo.com Ms. Fitness World (September 7) per suite.
The discount noted is available up to August 24, 2008 unless the hotel sells-out prior to this date. Therefore, please be sure to reserve your room early (before August 24) to be sure your reservation is guaranteed at the Rio.
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