Surgery, radiation treatment, and chemotherapy can leave one feeling worn out. Once done with treatments, an individual can think about being physically active. Getting more active will help them feel less tired. It is also a safe and fun way to improve their health and well-being. Being active helps all older healthy adults lead healthier lives, including older adult cancer survivors. Being active lets them meet and make friends and create a healthy social routine. They should talk to their health care team first and then get started today! As a fitness professional, encourage cancer survivors...

By Trisha Sarker, Fitness Industry Canada Overview In support of the National Health and Fitness Day on June 1st, 2019, we will be producing a custom version of our ExerGuide app to help engage Canadians with the workouts being done at Major’s Hill Park and as a way to distribute day passes to participating facilities. The free app will contain branded exercises and workouts by different fitness partners that users can browse and make lists of their favourites. When the users sign up to the app, they will unlock more fitness content and be emailed their free day pass for NHFD. How...

In March, IHRSA released The 2019 IHRSA Health Club Employee Compensation & Benefits Report, a detailed analysis of compensation and benefits practices for the health club industry. Salary and compensation results provided in the report are based on data from 150 North American facilities. “Payroll is one of the largest expenses among health clubs, as hiring and investing in staff plays a critical role in serving and retaining members and clients,” said Jay Ablondi, IHRSA’s executive vice president of global products. “IHRSA has regularly conducted employee compensation research for...

Video: https://youtu.be/zQTWxqzT75g This year marks the sixth annual Canadian Fitness Industry Leadership Award. On March 14th, 2019, this award was presented to a Fitness Industry Council of Canada member who has, throughout the years, proven to be an industry leader. This individual is passionate about the wellbeing and promotion of the fitness industry and has contributed significantly in its growth. Fitness Industry Council of Canada is proud to announce Maureen “Mo” Hagan as the 2019 recipient. Maureen “Mo” Hagan has made a significant impact on the fitness industry, as an award-winning,...

CANADIAN FORUM: THE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY                            March 14, 2019  |  3:30pm-5:00pm  San Diego Convention Center - Room 30 C, San Diego, California The panel will feature industry leaders and experts from across Canada. The forum will focus on legislative matters affecting the Canadian market and the potential impact of emerging issues in relation to your business. Presenters include: David Patchell-Evans, Founder & CEO, Goodlife Fitness– Success of Giving...

Reprinted from Fitness Business Canada Winter 2019 Adelaide Club was established in 1978. In November 2018 we proudly celebrated our 40th birthday. Ever since our doors opened four decades ago, Member satisfaction has been the cornerstone of our existence. We have always considered the Club as not only a leader in the fitness industry but also a key player in the hospitality business, henceforth making our members feel like VIPs at every opportunity. Members and guests are greeted upon arrival to the Club with a warm welcome by our front desk team, - most times by name, and anyone...