Archive for June 2020
Top Entrepreneurial Skills for Success, Part 2
If you’re considering becoming your own boss, you owe it to yourself to do the groundwork that will ultimately be the foundation for your success.
Read MoreIntroducing IDEA® World Club & Studio Summit Virtual: Innovation, Education, Connection
Innovation is the key to success in an ever-evolving world, and at no point in recent history has this been more important than now. For the first time ever, the IDEA World Club & Studio Summit will be available in a virtual format so that you can access all the top strategies and best practices you need to secure a lucrative and lasting future for your business—all from the comfort of your club, studio or living room. Over the course of 2 days, the best in the business will be on-hand live to share their strategies for success and to help you overcome the challenges you face now and develop the resilience to face them in the future.
Read MoreEmpowered Entrepreneur: Amy Thompson and Doris Thews
The COVID-19 virus has affected all areas of the economy, and the fitness industry has been hit hard. Many brick and mortar stores are closed but can sell their goods online for home delivery. Restaurants can produce and sell food for carry-out or delivery. However, fitness is a service-driven business built on interpersonal connection.…
Read MoreHow Much Should You Set Aside for Taxes?
When a CPA is asked about taxes, we need more information before we can give an answer. To help you prepare, here are a few things to consider.
Read MoreSuccess in Corporate Wellness, Part 2
A look at two major skills fitness professionals need to work in corporate wellness and the benefits of working in this arena.
Read MoreReopening Guidelines from California Fitness Alliance (Updated 7/1/2020)
Most clubs and studios in North America have either already reopened or are getting ready to do so. If you are planning your return-to-work path either as an owner, manager, independent contractor or employee, you know it’s both exciting to get back to the work you love and daunting with so many unknowns.
The California Fitness Alliance has worked tirelessly to create a comprehensive document “COVID-19 Industry Guidance: Fitness Facilities” that was recently approved by the California Governor’s office, the California Department of Public Health and Cal/OSHA to provide guidance for fitness facilities to support a safe, clean environment for workers.
Read MoreUpdate on PPP: The Rules Have Changed—For the Better
First there was the proverbial “pivot” to virtual, then the scramble and stress of applying for relief funding from the Small Business Administration’s Payment Protection Program (rounds 1 and 2). If you were among the fortunate who received funding, the next leap was wrapping your head around the details for proper use and tracking of the money.
Read MoreIDEA® World Virtual Is Coming to You! – Aug. 21-22, 2020
After planning the 2020 IDEA® World Convention for a year and then seeing the early weeks of the pandemic wreak havoc with those plans, the unflappable IDEA events team quickly adapted to the inevitable and started creating IDEA World Virtual.
Read MoreAn Industry First: Affordable Health Insurance Plans for Fitness Professionals
IDEA is excited to introduce a new program that provides customized and flexible healthcare coverage options for fitness professionals.
Read MoreThe Reign of (Whole) Grain
People can improve their CQI by substituting foods like whole grains, fruits and legumes for lesser-quality options like sugar-sweetened drinks.
Read MoreGalaxy Greens
Lettuce grown on the international space station retained most of its nutritional value, including its antioxidant levels.
Read MoreQuestion of the Month: Is the Party Over for Drinking Alcohol?
Has recent research about the potential health risks associated with alcohol consumption changed your drinking habits or how you address it with clients?
Read MoreTake the Bitter With the Sweet
A study found that drinking more than 12 ounces of sugar-sweetened beverages daily was associated with a higher risk of having high triglyceride levels.
Read MoreRecipe for Health: Tofu Steaks With Nut Sauce
With the trend toward more plant-based eating, people are rediscovering the curdled soy milk product known as tofu.
Read MoreAerobic Fitness and Brain Health
High levels of cardiorespiratory fitness were consistent with findings of increased brain volume in areas that impact stress regulation and memory.
Read MoreIs the Glass Half-Full?
One’s outlook on life may have a significant impact on heart health. Optimism is linked with a longer life and a lower risk of cardiovascular events.
Read MoreKids Thrive in Nature
It turns out that playing in nature positively affects physical and mental development in children, according to a recent studies.
Read MorePrehab: A Potential Fit Pro Opportunity?
Prehabilitation—or “prehab”—turns out to be a good investment of both time and money, and fitness pros are uniquely positioned to offer this service.
Read MoreHigh-Quality Evidence for Tai Chi’s Benefits
Tai chi has proved to be a safe, effective and enjoyable training method for overall health improvement among adults with numerous chronic conditions.
Read MoreCelebrate Global Wellness Day®
“One day can change your whole life.” This is the slogan for Global Wellness Day, celebrated on the second Saturday of June.
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