Tuesday 25 March 2014

Clubs Consider Minimum Wage Hike, Combining Departments and Weight-Loss Challenges

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Trendbeat     March 25, 2014
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Health Club Owners Feel Trepidation over Minimum Wage Hike

A proposed federal minimum wage increase to $10.10 could hit some club owners in the pocketbook, causing some to decrease benefits or merit-based raises, not fill open positions or even reconsider expanding.

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Is It Time to Merge Your Personal Training and Group Exercise Departments?

Health club operators traditionally have managed their training and group exercise departments separately, but a few operators are looking at combining the two for savings.

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Weight-Loss Challenges Hit Goals for Clients and Clubs

Reality TV shows such as "The Biggest Loser" have put fitness contests in the public spotlight, but when club owners implement similar programs in their clubs, they face challenges to ensure the program is successful for both the clients and the club in the long-term.

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