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Wisconsin CCRC features ACP system
Capitol Lakes, a continuing care retirement community in Madison, Wisconsin, and Pacific Retirement Services affiliate, recently introduced the OmniVR Virtual Rehabilitation System from Accelerated Care Plus (ACP) in its skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. Designed specifically for older adults and individuals with limited physical abilities, OmniVR technology “uses an advanced 3D camera and specialized computer software to track the patient’s precise movements and allow them to interact in a virtual world,” according to ACP. The system implemented by Capitol Lakes offers six different rehabilitation programs appropriate for the functional spectrum of aging adults. For more information, call 800-350-1100 or visit www.acplus.com.
ESI offers new first aid and CPR course
Founded in 1977, Emergency Skills, Inc. (ESI) provides medical emergency solutions, including the new American Heart Association course curriculum, “Heartsaver First Aid, CPR & AED” for healthcare providers. The course reflects the new CPR method, CAB: Compressions, Airway and Breathing. This method is designed to streamline the skills needed to intervene, encourage bystanders to help, and get life-saving compressions started immediately. The course focuses on hands-on practice with an emphasis on proper compression rate and depth. To find out more about ESI and its products, call 212-564-6793 or go to www.emergencyskills.com.
HUR launches leasing program
HUR Health and Fitness Equipment now offers lease packages aimed at the active-aging market. Package features include, among others, easy on/easy off units; small footprint; air-resistance technology; smart-card technology; and a balance testing/training platform. Lease packages (subject to credit approval) start at US$1,399 per month for six HUR smart-card strength exercise machines with 10 functions, along with the HUR iBalance Plus testing platform; noncomputerized-machine packages start at US$899 per month. Packages are for a five-year lease with one month lease down payment and one-dollar buy option at the lease end. Call HUR at 847-729 2636 for details, or refer to www.hurusa.com.
Med-Fit moves manufacturing back to USA
Med-Fit Systems, Inc., manufacturer of Nautilus commercial products, has announced that its T916 treadmill and E916 elliptical machines, along with the Nautilus F3 Series free-weight products, are now being manufactured in Independence, Virginia, instead of China. The move has created new jobs, according to Med-Fit, as these products join the company’s selectorized strength lines, which have always been “Made in the USA.” Careful analysis determined that the company could compete favorably on price and exceed quality and innovation criteria by moving manufacturing back to its own plant. For Med-Fit information, see www.medfitsystems.com or call 800-874-8941.
TMI projects recognized
TMI Salt Pure Corporation is among the lineup of suppliers featured in Athletic Business’s 24th Annual Architectural Showcase. This showcase highlights athletic, fitness and recreation facilities in the United States, including top aquatic facilities, which are profiled in the magazine’s June 2011 issue. Many facilities were built with a focus on environmental sustainability. TMI contributed its sustainable aquatic solutions to the University of South Alabama Student Recreation Center in Mobile, Alabama. Another TMI project—Cary Street Gym at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia—was also recently recognized with Recreation Management’s Innovative Architecture and Design Award. To learn more about TMI products, go to www.tmisaltpure.com.
Upcoming ACE symposium includes active aging
The 6th Annual American Council on Exercise (ACE) Fitness Symposium will be held November 3–5, 2011, at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina in San Diego, California. The symposium’s theme, “Connect, Collaborate, Contribute … Make a Difference in Your Community,” reflects ACE’s belief that fitness professionals can help improve the health of Americans. This year’s event offers more than 40 lectures, keynotes and educational sessions, including a selection geared to fitness professionals who work with older adults. Among the highlights: Ken Alan’s “Training the Active Older Adult” and Josie Gardiner’s “The Longevity Strategy.” For details, check out the ACE website at www.acefitness.org/symposium.
New cloud-based software launched by Motionsoft
Software and financial solutions provider Motionsoft has released the next generation of its facility and member management software, MoSo. This software for the health and wellness industries is browser based, so it is accessible to a client from anywhere; nothing is installed on the client’s computer system. In addition, MoSo works with Macs or PCs, and is configurable by individual users. Motionsoft—recently ranked as one of America’s 5,000 fastest-growing private companies by Inc. Magazine—serves as the IT team, handling backups, upgrades and problems. For a free demonstration and additional information about this software, visit www.motionsoft.net.
New interface unveiled by It’s Never 2 Late
It’s Never 2 Late adaptive computer systems has introduced a new interface that makes it easier for older-adult users to access content. Bright, simple touch-screen displays offer a user-friendly way to experience games, puzzles, Web chats and email, and make it easier for individuals to engage in rehabilitation and therapy. In addition, the company has increased its therapy- and rehabilitation-specific content, as well as updated the interface with what it calls “a modern, clinically intuitive layout.” For more information about It’s Never 2 Late systems or to schedule an online demonstration, visit www.in2l.com.
Power Systems presents its Infinity Vest
Power Systems, a marketer of fitness and sports performance training equipment, has introduced a new weighted vest designed to add intensity to a workout while allowing the user to maintain freedom of movement. The Infinity Vest, available in 6-lb. (blue) and 10-lb. (black) styles, features adjustable quick-release buckles, reflective stripes, and a pocket for storing a cell phone or MP3 player. With this product’s form-fitting, breathable design, “one size fits most,” according to Power Systems. Find more information about the Infinity Vest and other Power Systems products at www.powersystems.com or call 800-321-6975.
DINOFLEX celebrates a recycling milestone
DINOFLEX Group, which manufactures recycled rubber surfaces, is celebrating the 10th year of its ReGrind recycling program. The company has been collecting consumer building waste from construction projects as well as post-manufacturing waste from indoor flooring since 2002. Through ReGrind, this material is used in the manufacture of various types of products. DINOFLEX estimates that its efforts have saved an estimated 800,000 kg [800 metric tonnes] from landfills, and that’s just in the company’s post-manufacturing waste. Contaminant-free post-installation waste and post-consumer rubber-flooring waste are also sent back for regrinding. Discover more about DINOFLEX and its products at www.dinoflex.com.
Matrix Fitness continues to expand sales team
Johnson Health Tech North America recently added 17-year industry veteran Mary Dixon to its sales force for Matrix Fitness, the company’s commercial products brand. As vertical market key account manager, Dixon will oversee new business development and account services with national vertical market accounts. Kent Stevens, executive vice president-Matrix, notes that she brings to the team “years of proven success and experience in several key vertical markets, including hotel, multihousing and active aging.” The recipient of seven industry awards, Dixon previously served as independent territory manager at Momentum Fitness. Visit www.matrixfitness.com or call 866-693-4863 for Matrix product information.
Masterpiece Living communities accumulate miles for walking campaign
Masterpiece Living’s network of active-adult communities walked nearly 206,000 miles during May 2011—equivalent to circling the globe more than eight times. This record-breaking effort was due to their participation in the Mayo Clinic Walk to Wellness campaign, offered by Masterpiece Living each year to increase physical activity for residents and staff. The 2,000 participants kept logs to monitor progress and received walking-related inspirational messages, tips and incentives. Masonic Homes of California won the top prize, the 2011 Golden Sneaker Award, while The Overlook Lifecare Community came second. To learn more information, contact Emily Warren at ewarren@mymasterpieceliving.com.
Danish study utilizes Thera-Band tubing
Using Thera-Band resistance tubing with soft handles, a recent Danish trial of 198 office workers with neck and shoulder pain showed that as little as a single set of lateral raises done to failure for two minutes per day, five days per week, can significantly reduce pain and tenderness. The study by Lars Andersen, PhD, and colleagues was presented at the 58th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine and the 2nd World Congress on Exercise is Medicine, held May 31–June 4, 2011. The tubing used in the study is available at www.quill.com/thera-band.
Iron Grip debuts prepack for functional training
Iron Grip Barbell Company recently unveiled a functional training set, intended to give fitness and wellness centers a cost-effective way to create a dedicated functional strength-training area. The Iron Grip Functional Training Set includes a compact, space-saving rack and a preselected assortment of dumbbells. It includes a mix of nine pairs of Iron Grip Urethane Dumbbells, featuring welded handles and permanently engraved weight markings. The scaled-down rack is commercial quality and heavy-duty in construction and functionality. Customers can choose a white or platinum powder-coated finish (custom colors may be available upon request.) For details, visit www.irongrip.com/products/functionaltraining.asp or call 800-664-4766.
Super Noggin partners with Conductorcise
Developed by LEAF Ltd., Super Noggin brain-fitness lifestyle program has added the classic musical workout Conductorcise to its components. Conductorcise meets Supper Noggin’s requirement that mental challenge be incorporated into physical workouts to maximize the benefit to brain health. With Conductorcise, music is an effective motivator to move, and individuals can do the program’s upper-body workout even if they are unable to stand. Listening to—and learning about—music while moving to the rhythm is “a sound workout for mind, body and soul,” according to Conductorcise. Learn more about Supper Noggin by emailing lynn@leafltd.org.
Biodex enhances Balance System SD
Biodex Medical Systems announces new features to enhance the balance assessment experience for older adults. The Biodex Balance System SD now includes a 12”, color touch-screen display, which is easier to read and navigate. The intuitive software is also easier to use for older adults in wellness settings who are working on balance independently. As before, the platform functions in a static, nonmoving mode for weak individuals or beginners, and can be unlocked to deliver 12 levels of platform challenge. For further details about the Biodex Balance System SD, call 800-224-6339 or log on to www.biodex.com/balance.
Exerbotics expands strength line and team
Exerbotics has augmented its Iso-Velocity strength line with the new Squat machine. Used for rehabilitation, range-of-motion and performance training, the Squat includes Iso-Velocity Technology for a safe, controlled and measureable resistance program. This unit allows users to perform a movement through a computer-controlled range of motion, either assisted or resisted. The technology also provides multi-joint functional movements that measure a user’s effort and gives visual feedback, prescribes exercise targets and records exercise history. Further information is available at www.exerbotics.com/squat. Also, the Exerbotics team recently welcomed John Heussner, Tim Cluny and Harry Safford to lead strategic business development.
Life Fitness and ACE seek top personal trainers
At press time, Life Fitness and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) are accepting final entries ahead of the August 31 deadline for their competition to find America’s “Personal Trainers to Watch.” This national program has encouraged personal trainers (and fitness enthusiasts who know deserving professionals) to participate and send a nomination. The grand-prize winner will receive US$5,000 toward a personal training business; a select piece of Life Fitness equipment; an ACE fitness certification package and exam voucher, plus official designation as Personal Trainer to Watch. Ten finalists will receive personalized plaques. Winners will be named in October at www.lifefitness.com/personaltrainers.
Concept2 announces new app with Wahoo Fitness
Concept2 and technology company Wahoo Fitness have released a new fitness and rowing application that literally speaks to rowers and workout enthusiasts. The ErgBuddy app gives users the option to activate the voice mode to audibly deliver data, such as pace and meters rowed, from the Performance Monitor on the Concept2 indoor rower. Or users can choose the visuals only option. Workouts can be viewed on the iPhone or iPad via the device, the app and Wahoo Key combination. The ErgBuddy display features large, bright digits for high visibility. Learn more about the free ErgBuddy and its requirements at www.concept2.com/ergbuddy.
