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Keeping Members Happy During Peak User Times
By
Heather Peavey,
February 2009
Do you have lines of people waiting to use your cardio equipment during peak times? Here's how other fitness centers deal with this issue.
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Fitness Q & A
By
Matt Brzycki,
May 2008
Does an elliptical compare to a treadmill in terms of intensity? Are company-sponsored studies biased? Do spicy foods increase metabolic rate?
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Beyond the "Big Three"
By
Heather Peavey,
February 2008
Three pieces of cardio equipment are expected in any fitness facility: treadmills, ellipticals and cycles. These are considered the big three of cardio equipment, and your fitness center should have at least two of them.
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Research Update: Show Me the Treadmill!
By
Jason R. Karp,
January 2008
Studies measuring the effectiveness of cardio equipment reveal that the tried-and-true treadmill is still tops.
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Treadmills Top the Cardio Mix
By
Heather Peavey,
February 2007
Treadmills are as popular as ever. They take up the most cardio space on the fitness floor, have time limits, sign-up sheets and waiting lines, and were even featured as the lone prop in a music video.
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Ready to Sell That Old Treadmill?
By
Anne B. McDonnell,
October 2006
When it comes time to sell your used equipment, one option for facility operators is to sell to equipment remanufacturers. But, before you go down that road, these tips will help you understand the buying process, what the remanufacturers are looking for and how the purchase price is determined.
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Product Reviews: Circuit Series, 95Ti Treadmill, Half-Trap Retro Kit, Combo Chair
By
Stephen Holt,
March 2006
Reviews of Circuit Series and 95Ti Treadmill by Life Fitness, Half-Trap Retro Kit and Combo Chair by Balanced Body, Jacob's Ladder and Treadmill by FreeMotion Fitness
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Product Reviews: Cybex V43 Strength & LCX 425T Treadmill
By
Stephen Holt,
January 2006
Star Trac Elite CrossTrainer & Pro Stepper; Cybex VR3 Strength & LCX 425T Treadmill
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Choosing the Right Cardio Equipment for Your Facility
By
Stephen A. Black,
January 2005
Before buying cardio equipment for your facility, know your potential users, and research all of your options.
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