rp_blog-fitnovatives-032514-2.jpg

IHRSA 2014 Products and Trends

With the recent proliferation of low-cost gyms, CrossFit boxes and specialty studios, combined with the expansion of established health-club companies, the fitness industry appears to be in a period of significant growth. This was evident by the size of this year’s trade show at the annual International Health and Racquet Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) conference. As more consumers invest in health-club memberships, attend classes at private studios or sweat buckets during a grueling WOD, a number of established fitness companies are expanding their product lines to meet the surging demand.

There are certainly some products that make you shake your head and ask, “Why?” Others, however, are spot on in creating a new category or meeting a need. These are the ones that have you shaking your head and asking, “Why didn’t I invent that?”

The most noticeable trend at this year’s show was products and services intended to provide more interaction or touch points with the fitness consumer. Group fitness video on demand and a large quantity of biometric data-capture devices suggest that companies are looking to provide solutions to help people increase physical activity, both in and out of the gym setting. Other products featured ways to provide unique and engaging workouts for club goers.

When I look at a new product, I try to determine whether or not it might have sticking power. The “stickiness” of a new product depends on how intuitive it is to use and, more importantly, whether or not it is both safe and effective.

As I do at every IHRSA trade show, I tried to hit as many of the booths as possible and the following list includes what I think will be emerging trends in the coming years. The folks at Trigger Point, for example, have combined the benefits of self-myofascial release with the anti-inflammatory response of cold treatment to create a roller that can relieve muscle tension while reducing inflammation.

When we shot this BOSU video in late 2012, David Weck was still developing his concept of Rotational Movement Training, which uses rhythmic and circular movements to strengthen fascial structures to improve performance. The Weck Method features the use of a newly re-designed BOSU balance trainer, which has a different surface for better grip and includes a series of numbers that represent specific reference points for feet and hand placement. The Weck Method also features a modern version of the Indian club that is extremely useful for enhancing strength of the hands, forearms, shoulders and hips.

The Boxmaster by Star Trac

Boxmaster

Once upon

… Continue reading here.
Fitnovatives Blog — Courtesy “American Council On Exercise” (ACEfitness.org) <p>

toeic listening english … verygood.
Video Rating: 4 / 5

<p> [wprebay kw=”exercise” num=”4″ ebcat=”26395″]


You May Also Like These Topics...

Water And Exercise

The human body is made up of over 75% of water, and As we all know, we cannot live without water. The Fact is, we can only survive for a total of 3 days Without water. Water has however, been replaced in Most diets by soft drinks and other sugar sweetened Refreshments. Keep in mind […]

Yoga: The Alternate Routeto A Stress-free Street

If you are searching for a proven means to attain a healthy body in a healthy mind, then this time-tested system is for you. It is intensively researched and molded into a combined system by the Indian gurus down the ages. Be it spiritual, mental or physical, this technique can be practiced by anybody at […]

The Renowned Conditioning Styles Of The The Latest Mari Winsor’s Pilates Method Workout

With Mari Winsor’s Pilates Method becoming 1 of the greatest maturing types of exercise methods it has picked up oodles of attention on television, Radio and even from movie stars like Daisy Fuentes. In view of the fact that Mari Winsor’s Pilates Method was initiated by Joseph Pilates, a German National, there have been a […]

A Trainer’s Must-have Equipment List

Whether you’re a newly certified trainer or a seasoned trainer who is considering going solo, you’ll need a few pieces of fitness equipment to get started on your training journey. Although there are hundreds of body-weight exercises you can do with your clients, you’ll want some tools to keep them excited and challenged. You can […]

Tags: , , , , ,
Previous Post
s69659
Strength Training

Shorter sleepers are over-eaters, study in children shows

Next Post
rp_51bKuVIC7kL._SL160_OU01_SS160_.jpg
Fat Loss Healthy Lifestyle Running Swimming

Tackling Indian Maternal Deaths By Smartphone

Leave a Reply

0 Shares
Tweet
Share
Share
Pin