Network Magazine Summer 2016 | Page 40

LIT LIT (Low Impact Training) is an LA-based class that uses a WaterRower and elastic resistance bands for a 50-minute workout designed to sculpt, strengthen and raise cardio fitness without the jumping, joint-jarring potential of CrossFit, HIIT or boxing. Pitched as ‘safe, functional and effective’, this will attract Pilates and first-time class attendees looking for something challenging but accessible to the beginner. Treadmill classes Granted, at Speedplay LA the treadmills are a fancy curved shape, but nonetheless, the class strategy and design is definitely adoptable for most clubs with treadmills. Using various running methods, this class involves coaching a small group through sprints and uphill treadmill workouts with rowing intervals and lifting. Using gym equipment, an experienced running coach could definitely devise a program leading up to events such as a fun run or stair climb competition. The key is to have a knowledgeable running coach who can advise on technique, breathing, posture and mental endurance exercises. Because treadmills are one of the most popular pieces of gym equipment, this class would need to be scheduled for a time when either the demand for cardio machines is low (daytime periods) or when the membership who normally use the treadmills for a certain period of time are happy to take part in a scheduled class rather than doing their own cardio training. Whether you market and promote this as a class or a small group training session will depend on the nature of your timetable and services. Smaller gyms that tend to focus more on personal training over classes would more likely take treadmill sessions as small group training. In larger facilities with an established group fitness timetable, it could either be a small group session or a class depending on demand. It might be hard to know which to promote it and run it as until you’ve given it a trial, but don’t let that hold you back! Sandbox Fitness Bonus points for the novelty factor. This is exactly what it says – a giant sandpit is the setting for runs, balance, strength training and core work. The idea is that this is the ideal low-impact but quality resistance environment for training as if you were on the beach, when you can’t be. If LA fitness types are flocking to it, surely beach loving Australians will also see the appeal. College football players in Michigan use sand pit training as their primary strength and speed workout environment. Their strength and conditioning coach runs through plyometric exercises, sprints and balance work in an enormous, fencedoff sandpit. What’s the cost? Prohibitive, AEROMIC POUCHBELTS AND MORE–AVAILABLE NIGHT & DAY ALL YEAR ROUND Ship throu ping Xmas ghout brea k! www.fitnessaudioshop.com.au Yes - the full range of Aeromic arm pouches and waist-worn pouch belts, plus Aeromics, E•Mics, Fitness Audio mixers and wireless systems, and all the accessories in our range are now available online, any time. Pay using Paypal or your credit card – web orders are generally processed within 24 hours from stock on hand. Call us at our office in Alexandria, South Sydney 9.30 to 3.30 Mon-Fri - 02 8399 1052 FitnessaudioShop is a division of Aerobic Microphones Australia Pty LTD ABN 30 067 052 073 40 | NETWORK SUMMER 2016 TM A U S T R A L I A Email: [email protected] JP’s Blog: http://blog.fitnessaudio.com.au PANTONE 165 C PANTONE 661 C