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Tuesday, 30 September 2008Exercise videos are increasingly becoming popular as family budgets continue to shrink. They are a great way to exercise; cheap, convenient and can be used regardless of the weather. A good exercise video is fun, easy to follow and helps people achieve their fitness and weight loss goals. Now everyone including those with two left feet and can get fit, feel younger and have fun -- while traveling around the world with some of the best dance music in the globe-- with the new exercise video, "DanceX - Everybody's Workout: Total Body Cardio" from http://www.danceXfitness.com
DanceX - Everybody's Workout: Total Body Cardio features the irresistible and humorous Kenn Kihiu, a fitness innovator and creator of this incredible video. His new "DanceX Total Body Cardio Workout" exercise videos include engaging music from around the world (Disco, Latin dance, 50's, Bhangra, Africa, Brazilian Samba, Irish Dance, Classical Music, and Soul Dance).
The DanceX workout features dance moves everyone will enjoy, such as The Chicken, Hitch Hike, Disco Rolls, Hug Me/Hold Me, John Travolta Point, Irish Kicks, The Twist, and many others. During the DVD's 58-minute easy-to-follow but challenging workout, Kenn calls out the moves in advance so no one needs to memorize them. People at ALL levels of fitness will derive great benefits from this enjoyable workout, leaving it feeling inspired and energized.
According to the charming and motivating Kenn Kihiu, "The only requirement needed is a heartbeat!" Well known for his high energy, sense of humor and passion for health, Kenn frequently does professional appearances and talks on a variety of topics related to fitness, body image, and making healthy life choices.
In the DanceX workout, Kenn demonstrates a series of workouts ranging from low to high intensity. These fun, low impact athletic moves are designed to improve aerobic capacity, muscle endurance and strengthen your core while burning serious calories. Throughout the workout, Kenn is coaching and motivating viewers every step of the way! To learn more about Kenn's DanceX fitness workout visit http://www.dancexfitness.com
DanceX - Everybody's Workout: Total Body Cardio (58 minutes, $24.95 suggested retail with free shipping to the U.S. & Canada, including Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico) features "7 Nutrition Tips for Improving Your Health," an "8 Minute Abs Workout,” a danceX Promo Trailer, a "Move Your Body, Move Your Life" featurette, and more.
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www.24-7pressrelease.com
Thursday, 25 September 2008The study providing the data, partly funded by the MacArthur Foundation, represents the national view from a survey of over 1,000 teens, showing the majority are gamers; girls playing video games almost as much as boys. The data also busts the myth that playing video games is a solitary experience, with 65 percent of all gaming taking place with friends.
The study proves vid eo games engage the age group facing a decline in their physical activity levels. The modern approach of exergames reverses the perception that gaming is unhealthy and could prove to be the answer in getting the nation active from a young age.
Sony's PlayStation 3, Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's Wii are all mentioned in the survey together with a variety of gaming genres such as sports, racing, strategy and action titles. 8 out of 10 players stated they played 5 or more different game types and did not stay with a single genre.
"As an exergame vendor, the survey brings very welcome findings. I'm pleased to see the emphasis on the positive aspects of video gaming. The almost universal appeal of gaming is a perfect foundation for exergames, it shows that if the fitness industry wants to connect with teens then these games are the right level you can do it. Gamercize has been connecting on this level as the core principle of our business and these figures are a prefect confirmation of these principles.
The important fact from this survey is that kids do not stick with one video game type, let alone a single title. As an exergame, Gamercize taps into this behavior and supports every type of inactive video game, not just racing games, with our fitness machine add-ons. Kids cycle or step the calories away while totally focused on the fun of the game, be it Halo 3, Mario Kart Wii or the latest football game. We are also pleased to be the only exergame that supports all of today's consoles as mentioned in the survey." said Gamercize CEO, Richard Coshott.
Gamercize provides portable exercise machines, such as mini-steppers and mini-cycles, that allows play only while the gamer is exercising and has a world-wide distribution network including Australia and America.
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www.24-7pressrelease.com/
Wednesday, 24 September 2008Executive Conversation is investing in employee wellness with classes at Conscious Body Pilates, a chain of Seattle personal fitness studios. Under the guidance of a certified Pilates instructor, and using specialized Pilates equipment, Executive Conversation employees are building core strength, balance, and team morale in a Group Reformer class at Conscious Body Pilates’ Madrona location.
Seattle-based Executive Conversation offers training programs to improve the performance of sales organizations at large and mid-size corporations around the world. “Our clients make an investment in their employees to improve business performance and promote a positive employee experience. We share that philosophy in the way we support our own employees,” said Suzanne Sheppard, Co-founder and CEO of Executive Conversation. “Our employees enjoy the workouts and team building at Conscious Body Pilates, and a strong team delivers solid results.”
Pilates is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates in Germany. The program focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are essential to providing support for the spine. In particular, Pilates exercises teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and aim to strengthen the deep torso muscles. Research published in 2005 by the American College of Sports Medicine supports the practice of Pilates to achieve health benefits such as improved flexibility, increased abdominal, oblique, and leg strength, and improved muscle endurance.
“Pilates exercise is uniquely suited to address the most common side-effects of the modern workplace,” said Heather Scearce, co-owner of Conscious Body Pilates. “Pilates strengthens the core and increases spinal mobility, which is difficult to achieve in jobs that require us to sit or stand still for extended periods of time. Within 30 days of starting a Pilates routine, our students report improved posture, decreased pain and stiffness, and heightened energy levels. Progressive companies like Executive Conversation realize that investments in employee wellness are ultimately paid off in improved business performance.”
Conscious Body Pilates offers group mat class packages starting at $12 per hour and private instruction packages starting at $60 per hour at its Seattle locations.
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www.pr.com
Tuesday, 23 September 2008Parents with teenagers who lack motivation and direction can now access a new tool to help them help their adolescents be more focused and motivated.
Formula for Success is a motivational resource consisting of seven DVDs that provide answers, solutions and guidance for teens struggling with every day issues, such as time management, goal setting and dealing with every day setbacks. The program also provides a fitness and nutrition section that helps teens build their self esteem and confidence. The new motivational tool has just been issued by Success 4 Teens, a California-based organization focusing on teen communication and behavior, and is available at www.success4teens.com and Amazon.com.
Formula for Success was developed by Bill Morris, a former Wall Street executive who has spent the last 16 years conducting motivational seminars for teens. Morris knows something about focus – he set a world record in fitness by doing 20,100 consecutive sit-ups in a fund raising effort to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation. “There are tons of motivational products aimed at adults, but I have never encountered one aimed specifically at teens -- one that really speaks to them” said Morris, founder of Success for Teens. “These DVDs lay out a simple but methodical formula through which teens can achieve their goals --be they better social relationships, moving from a C to a B in history class or even performing better in sports,” he added.
His motivational seminars have been conducted at institutions ranging from West Point and Stanford University to obese camps, halfway homes and drug rehab centers, foster homes and high schools. “No matter what group of kids I speak to, 99% want to know how and what it takes to be successful”, said Morris.
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www.pr.com
Tuesday, 23 September 2008Prima Communications, Inc.’s annual virtual triathlon recently wrapped up its fourth year. During the month of August, participating employees submitted their swimming, biking, walking, running, and even inline skating miles to be tallied and recorded for prizes at the completion of the race. Mileage was used to virtually “travel” a 2,684-mile loop across the country, beginning in Lansing and e nding in Portage, Michigan. The route included stops along the way to “visit” a variety of client locations in Michigan, Indiana, New Jersey, Georgia, and Pennsylvania, as well as tourist attractions.
Prizes for the top finishers in each category will be awarded at Prima’s annual fall meeting. Participants were also encouraged to donate blood at the completion of the race.
Owner and CEO of Prima, Charlotte Hubbard, said, “While we have a variety of prizes, the real winners are all the employees who integrated fitness into their daily routines. Many employees also involved their families in this month of increased exercise; the benefits are far-reaching.”
Prima, in business since 1991 and with offices in Schoolcraft, Portage, and Indianapolis, serves life science, manufacturing, and related industries. The company provides a range of services by defining and improving processes, with end results such as graphic standard operating procedures, validation, or a complete assessment of existing processes and recommendations for improvement.
Other offerings include engineering documentation support (operating manuals, validation services, and technical specifications), procedures (in support of ISO and other quality certifications), training materials (traditional and computer-based), process mapping, website development and maintenance, sales materials, and other communications-related tools. For more information, please visit http://www.primacommunications.com.
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www.pr.com
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