The Fitness & Recreational Sports Centers report, published annually by Barnes Reports, contains timely and accurate industry statistics, forecasts and demographics. The report features 2011 current and 2012 forecast estimates on the size of the industry (sales, establishments, employment) nationally and for all 50 U.S. States and over 900 metro areas. New to the report this year are: financial ratios, number of firms and payroll estimates. The...more
Introducing the kids to any extreme sport is to be done with caution (no matter how confident they might seem about donning their new XCEL Infinity winter wetsuit and getting out into the British sea for a session of exhilarating coasteering!)Aside from kitting them out in brand-leaders like XCEL kids wetsuits, instilling the elemental respects and precautions needed to head out into any open water is vital in safeguarding kids against the perils...more
Given a Sporting Chance GIVEN A SPORTING CHANCE A lightweight wristband that fires tiny electric currents through the skin tohelp relieve pain could revolutionise British sport, experts said yesterday. The bracelet administers a technique known as 'mircocurrent therapy' to stimulate the body's natural healing process. Similar devices are already in use in sports medicine, but existing equipmenttends to be bulky, expensive, and only suitable for use in clinics. Now the same technology has been converted into a lightweight wristband called a BrodTENS, which allows sportsmen and women to get pain relief while they are playing or training. It is thought the device, which goes on sale today, could help improve recoverytimes and boost performance across a variety of sporting sectors.Microcurrent therapy has already been used by Olympic champion hurdler ColinJackson and runner Carl Lewis, tennis star Tim Henman, and ex-England footballer Gary Linekar. But the new wristband, which costs just £80, will allow amateurs and hobbyiststhe chance to utilise the same technology without breaking the bank. Nigel Broderick, the product's award-winning inventor, said: ''Measured...more
According to China Outdoor Products Market Investigation Report of 2009 recently released, from 2006 to 2009, the sales of China outdoor industry has maintained the growth at more than 30%. In 2006 the sales of China outdoor products is only 15 billion Yuan, but it reaches nearly 50 billion Yuan in 2009, it is expected to exceed 70 billion Yuan in...more
A number of guests comingto Istanbuls Sabiha Gokcen or Ataturk Airport from other citiesare at a bit of a loss of how to get to the heart of the city. Sabiha Gokcen Airport is a lot further from Istanbul than the major airport. For personal airport transfers and shuttle support it could be much better for you to use < a...more
Whether youre determined to start a new years fitness regime or you just want to reinvigorate your current workout, getting the right sports clothing is essential. If you feel comfortable and look your best youll be in a much better frame of mind for exercising. Plus if youve invested in decent kit youll want to get your use out of it and if youve got everything you need youll have no excuse not to go to the gym or nip out for a quick run. Heres what youll need and how to decide what to buy.Gym bag basicsThere are many clothing options available for exercising, so you can choose what you feel most comfortable in. If youre not the gym-bunny type dont feel like you have to dress from head to toe in Lycra!Sports leggings have become popular with many ladies at the gym. These are made from specially designed breathable fabrics to help keep you cool. Shorts will probably keep you coolest but if you dont fancy getting your legs out then tracksuit bottoms or joggers are ideal. Fleece and velour styles may be fashionable but if you get very hot when youre exercising then opt for a more lightweight fabric instead.On your top half a vest is your best bet, be it a specific sports style or...more
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