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23 Apr 2012
Health Fitness

Surfing Meets Glamping at The Tipi Surf Village, Bordeaux

Surfing Meets Glamping at The Tipi Surf Village, Bordeaux










(PRWEB UK) 23 April 2012

Guests will be taken care of with a mix of surfing all day, live in chef providing all meals and of course all the Glamping bits, here is the chance to stay in the amazing and unique tipi’s fitted with timber frame beds, carpets, funky lighting and power sockets. Taking care of everything with 3, 4 or 7 night surf packages, transfers from the airport to the Tipi Surf Village.

Situated on a small camp site nestled between the vast pine forests and seemingly endless beaches of the Cote D’Argent, is where fully qualified surf coaches will take students through their first steps to becoming a surf addict, with surf lessons, surf theory and beach safety. After an exhilarating surf session guests can stay on the beach or head back to the tipi’s to relax and unwind in lazy hammocks, letting the hosts take care of everything else.

With all your meals provided and lovingly prepared by the hosting team its easy to truly forget about the worry of what to eat and where, although for those wishing to get away from camp for the night there are several eateries nearby.

With a small capacity of 20 guests the aim is to create a friendly communal atmosphere where everyone arrives as strangers but leaves as friends. Tipi’s are either shared between 4 or there are private twin tipi’s for those that would like more private accommodation.

Weekly excursions such as a wine tour, nights out and live music which are all included in the packages or day trips to the local markets, towns, nearby lake and for thrill seekers a chance for a skydive can all be arranged once in camp.

Packages start at just £155 pp,pw

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18 Apr 2012
Health Fitness

Female Shoppers Empower Women Entrepreneurs through the New Daily Deal Website SheSpree.com

Female Shoppers Empower Women Entrepreneurs through the New Daily Deal Website SheSpree.com












SheSpree.com – Daily Deals for Women


Novato, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2012

Hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area, SheSpree.com will feature discounts on local services as well as products that can be offered nationally. While some daily deal sites tend to focus on recreational activities, dining or entertainment, SheSpree.com strives to meet the broader spectrum of womens’ needs.

From fashion to interior design to financial services, the array of SheSpree.com discounts is designed to help women save money while managing their personal lives, their homes, and their businesses. Offers will include deals on fitness classes, health and wellness, local art, couture fashions, jewelry, books, online courses, house cleaning, auto repair, legal services, business coaching, and more.

Founder Paula Richer states, “We’re thrilled to be able to offer incredible deals to our online shoppers every single day, while helping to direct their shopping dollars toward local women in business. Who knew something this fun could be so mutually empowering?”

“Local artist Jan Buscho, who will be a featured merchant during SheSpree.com’s Grand Opening month, says, “I am delighted to be participating in this innovative approach to daily deals on the internet. The idea of women supporting women is so natural and positive. The creative and intuitive energy I put into my paintings is a perfect match for this business model. And working with Paula is a lot of fun.”

For additional information about SheSpree.com, or to sign up for the daily deals, visit http://www.SheSpree.com, or email at contact(at)shespree(dot)com

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01 Mar 2012
Health Fitness

Dental Insurance and Tax Returns: Top Tips for Consumers in the 2012 Tax Season

Dental Insurance and Tax Returns: Top Tips for Consumers in the 2012 Tax Season










Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 29, 2012

Today DentalInsurance.com, a leading innovator and provider of dental insurance and discount protection to individuals and employers, released tips for consumers and an infographic about using dental deductions and tax-favored health plans to gain the greatest personal tax advantages.

“For consumers who qualify, there are several ways to offset the cost of dental insurance and other dental-related expenses when tax season rolls around,” DentalInsurance.com Director of Business Development Avery Smith explained. “Since 2001, DentalInsurance.com has been dedicated to helping people get the most for their money when it comes to dental care, and these tips and the accompanying infographic are meant to help taxpayers use dental deductions and tax-favored health plans to their maximum benefit.”

Dental Insurance and Tax Returns: Top Tips for Consumers During Tax Season in 2012

1.    Consumers should find out whether they qualify for a tax deduction – and whether taking the deduction makes sense. The IRS only allows consumers to take a dental deduction if the total amount of all medical and dental expenses combined exceeds 7.5 percent of the taxpayer’s adjusted gross income (AGI). For example, a person with an AGI of $ 100,000 would need combined medical and dental expenses of more than $ 7,500 to qualify, and only the expenses that exceeded that amount would be eligible for a deduction. Note that deductions for medical and dental expenses are only available when a taxpayer chooses to itemize all of their deductions, which may not always provide the greatest tax savings. (See infographic, Dental Insurance and Your Tax Return.)

2.    If a consumer decides to itemize, they should take into account everyone whose expenses they have a right to claim. Qualified dental expenses include those a consumer pays that are related to themselves, their spouse, and their legal dependents. For a child’s expenses to be included, he or she must be under the age of 19 or a student under the age of 24 for whom the taxpayer provided at least 50 percent support during the year being reported. Dental expenses incurred by live-in relatives’ (parents, siblings, in-laws, etc.) may also be deductible depending on the taxpayers’ specific circumstances. Some special rules and exceptions apply in cases of divorce, separation, and multiple support agreements.

3.    Understand what dental-related expenses qualify for a deduction. To qualify for a deduction a dental expense must have been paid for during the tax year for which it is being claimed. It does not matter when the services were provided. The expenses must be incurred for the purpose of preventing or alleviating a dental disease. This includes insurance premiums, expenses related to diagnosis or prevention, cures (including prescription medications), mitigation, or related treatments, out-of-pocket expenses, and even transportation costs if they were related to certain dental procedures. Taxpayers may not claim a deduction for expenses for which they were reimbursed.

4.    Take advantage of other tax-favored opportunities. In most cases, it does not make sense for consumers to itemize for medical and dental deductions. However, there are several opportunities for consumers to realize tax advantages related to dental expenses. For example, consumers may use a health savings account (HSA) or a flexible spending arrangement (FSA) to pay for dental insurance. Detailed information about each of these tax-favored health plans is available from the IRS.

About DentalInsurance.com

Based in Los Angeles, CA, DentalInsurance.com has been the preeminent dental insurance and dental discount plan comparison shopping experience since 2001. A leading innovator and provider of dental insurance and discount protection to individuals and employers, DentalInsurance.com was the first company to enable consumers to compare, apply for, and purchase dental insurance and discount protection from top-rated insurance carriers online via the company’s website at http://www.dentalinsurance.com. Working diligently to deliver the most competitive carriers and plans nationwide, DentalInsurance.com provides individuals, families, and businesses quality dental coverage to fit every budget and lifestyle.

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14 Jan 2012
Health Fitness

Fitness Marketing Program Teaches Personal Trainers How To Outsource & Grow Their Businesses Ten-Fold In 2012

Fitness Marketing Program Teaches Personal Trainers How To Outsource & Grow Their Businesses Ten-Fold In 2012












Chino Hills, CA (PRWEB) January 13, 2012

Personal trainers learn all about anatomy, physiology, physical fitness testing, nutrition and health issues in school and credentialing programs. However, effective fitness marketing strategies and business coaching aspects are largely ignored. Many trainers find that they are professionals at what they do, yet they struggle to make a livable income because they don’t know the path toward growth for their businesses.

“I think a lot of trainers are working 50-60 hours a week and struggling to make ends meet,” explains fitness marketing expert and self-made millionaire Sam Bakhtiar. “It’s tempting to blame it on the economy, but that’s just an excuse. People still want to be healthy and boot camps are making it a more affordable goal than ever. The truth is that you just can’t operate a fitness business by the seat of your pants. You need a system.”

Sam admits that for many years, he had a big ego and the “I can do it myself” attitude. Yet, he met a couple of fitness marketing millionaires who taught him the value of outsourcing so he could focus on his core business – the training, the sales closing, and the creative brainstorming.

There is no better way to learn than to receive a full step-by-step blueprint of an effective fitness marketing campaign, which is what Sam Bakhtiar provides with his mentorship. “With the help of a great friend/mentor/coach like Sam, the hardcore contributors on this site, all of the great content on this site… I’ve finally been able to delegate, outsource, and automate nearly every aspect of my fitness business,” says Kaiser Serajuddin, a graduate of Sam Bakhtiar’s fitness marketing mentorship program. “I’m at the point where I could take three months off and come back to find my fitness business has grown,” he adds.

Kaiser explains that Sam taught him how to create an enjoyable atmosphere that would attract a loyal, dedicated team of assistants who would work hard for him. He learned how to attract competent stars and top performers to his business – and retain them. Fitness marketing outsourcing includes hiring additional trainers, maintenance staff, sales staff, a web and art team, writers, and online marketers.

“You can’t overestimate the value of a good coach. Sam has been a complete game-changer for me,” Kaiser says. “When it comes down to coaching experience, level of trustworthiness, and character, no one holds a candle to ‘Seven Figure’ Sam. Our businesses will always be a work in progress, but this fitness marketing mentorship has allowed me to put all my time and energy into taking care of my customers while growing my business at the same time.”

To learn more about fitness marketing with Sam Bakhtiar, visit http://www.super-trainer.com and download “Six Figures in 67 Days.”

About Sam Bakhtiar

Sam Bakhtiar is a Persian-born American with over twenty years of experience in fitness training and body building. After completing B.S in Premed and Nutrition, Sam also received a degree of doctorate of Chiropractics. Along with being one of the best fitness trainers, Sam is also a business and marketing expert. After establishing a successful fitness training business with substantial income, Sam is helping other professionals in the industry to achieve their business goals. For more information, please contact using the following information.

Contact Information:

Sam Bakhtiar

Fitness Concepts

909-393-9075

http://www.super-trainer.com

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04 Dec 2011
Health Fitness

Skate Buds Strap-On Heel Skates 5.0 – A Kids Health Christmas Gift for Ages 5 and Up

Skate Buds Strap-On Heel Skates 5.0 – A Kids Health Christmas Gift for Ages 5 and Up











Skate Buds “A New Generation” Fitness Team


Dallas, TX (PRWEB) December 02, 2011

Skate Buds, strap-on heel skates adjust to fit any type of athletic sport shoe, in any size. Skate Buds 5.0 have inline quality, polyurethane skate wheels, and three flashing lights. Skate Buds come in six unique colors (1) Pretty Pink, (2) Black Berry, (3) Blue Berry, (4)Emperor Gold, (5) Kiwi Green, and (6) Red Berry.

Recommended for kids ages 5 and up, Skate Buds, strap-on heel skates provides an opportunity to exercise for kids. Skate Buds allow kids the ability to walk, run, and heel skate providing an excellent opportunity for kids to receive moderate to vigorous intensity exercise daily.

At a retail price of $ 29.99, Skate Buds provides parents with an affordable option for a wonderfully unique Christmas gift.

Currently, Skate Buds International Corporation is sponsoring an after school, kids health fitness camp for the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dallas. The Skate Buds Get Fit Stay Fit Fitness Camp is an eight week, two times per week, sixty minutes per workout, progressive style heatlh and fitness camp, designed to improve students’ flexibility, balance, coordination, strength, and endurance.

Skate Buds strap-on heel skates provide a fun, safe opportunity for participants to receive physical activity and cardiovascular exercise each workout. Watch videos from Skate Buds Get Fit Stay Fit Fitness Camp on YouTube.

Contact Aaron Johnson of Skate Buds International Corporation, 214-622-1467, info(at)SkateBuds(dot)com.

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18 Nov 2011
Health Fitness

Grand Cayman Hotel Sponsors Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon

Grand Cayman Hotel Sponsors Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon











Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort


Grand Cayman Islands (PRWEB) November 17, 2011

The original marathon took place in Greece thousands of years ago, but none of the ancient Greeks could have imagined a paradise quite like the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort, which is sponsoring a much more tropical marathon. For the fifth year in a row, this Grand Cayman hotel is proud to announce it is sponsoring the Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon, which takes place December 4, 2011. This marathon is laid out in a loop, but participants will be hard pressed to care when surrounded by such beautiful scenery as the Sven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, and the sparkling Caribbean waters.

An ideal destination to stay for a Grand Cayman vacation, this Marriott Cayman Resort has become a favorite hotel for marathon runners and vacationers alike. The Grand Cayman Hotel has always embraced the outdoors: its beautiful Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, property welcomes hundreds of guests every year to enjoy the warm weather and natural beauty. Supporting the marathon near Seven Mile Beach seems like only a natural choice.

“It is truly an honor to be the sponsor for this year’s Cayman Island’s Marathon,” said General Manager Enrique Tasende. “This is the 8th year for this event, and a great opportunity for the island to position itself as a primary destination in the Caribbean to promote sports, fitness, wellness and health.”

After the marathon, runners can return to this Grand Cayman hotel and unwind. For tired muscles, marathon participants can soothe aches and cramps at the on-site La Mer Spa, which offers a number of massages and spa treatments. Soft, comfortable beds also ensure runners have the best sleep of their lives. And great on-site restaurants like Solana on Seven Mile Beach and Red Parrot will help replenish burned calories and refuel after the marathon.

For more information about the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort, visit http://www.marriott.com/GCMGC

About the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort

Centrally located on the world-famous Seven Mile Beach, Marriott’s Grand Cayman Resort invites guests to experience the tropical climate and sandy wonderland of the Cayman Islands. The beachfront resort features 295 spacious rooms, all with private balconies, that are decorated in tropical fashion and accented with rich dark woods. Guests indulge at La Mer Spa, guaranteed to relax, rejuvenate and restore the spirit. The resort boasts four restaurants and some offer oceanfront dining. Gourmet cuisine, breathtaking views of the island and ocean and lush tropical gardens are just a few features to be discovered at the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort. The white sand beaches make for a dazzling Caribbean destination wedding. Just a few miles from George Town, the Grand Cayman Marriott Resort is the ultimate Caribbean vacation spot. For more information visit http://www.marriottgrandcayman.com

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06 Oct 2011
Health Fitness

Five Points Fitness a Corte Madera Fitness Center Announces They Will Partner With MedaFit

Five Points Fitness a Corte Madera Fitness Center Announces They Will Partner With MedaFit











Weight Training at Five Points Fitness


Corte Madera, CA (Vocus/PRWEB) July 22, 2011

Five Points Fitness, a full-service fitness center in Corte Madera, is creating a partnership with MedaFit, a medical wellness company, to provide trainer-based small group exercise programs for individuals with medical illnesses.

The partnership is specifically catered for people who have recently been hospitalized for heart disease, cancer and stroke. The partnership also provides a dedicated area for training that allows for an intimate, non-threatening environment for clients. There will be a 12-week program and participants need not be members of Five Points Fitness to take part. Each group will consist of five to ten people and will help improve personal fitness levels through a strength and cardiovascular conditioning program. Five Points Fitness has certified trainers that are also considered clinical exercise specialists.

“If you need a personal trainer Corte Madera Five Points Fitness can help. We offer well qualified personal trainers able to work with a varied population from young athletes to older adults with health issues and no workout history,” says Bryan LeFebure of Five Points Fitness.

Conveniently located at the Paradise Shopping Center in Corte Madera, Five Points Fitness is a health center with universal appeal. Five Points Fitness prides itself in being able to offer fitness solutions to meet all needs in a reasonably priced, pleasant and professional environment. Whether it is someone looking to get fit or a seasoned “gym-rat,” the nonjudgmental environment appeals to everyone. They offer a personalized service and each personal trainer is held to the highest standard, required to meet specific training criteria and is nationally certified.

For more information on Five Points Fitness and their services, contact Bryan LeFebure at (415) 413-4154 or visit their website at http://www.fivepointsfitness.net. Five Points Fitness is located at 5651 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925.

About Five Points Fitness

Five Points Fitness Corte Madera weight training boasts a newly renovated, 17,000-square-foot split-level facility with a complete selection of modern exercise and strength training equipment, as well as an impressive array of cardiovascular machines (each with an individual television monitor). Five Points is especially proud of its Personal Training program, the key to a successful, sustained and efficient training regimen. Highly affordable, customized programs geared to a variety of fitness goals are available.

They offer health and fitness classes, yoga, mat pilots, spinning, boot camp, and ZUMBA! Special health services include diet consultation with a certified nutritionist, physical therapy and massage.

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28 Sep 2011
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Gym in Boise, Idaho, Fitness Revolution, Supports the Search for a Cure to Breast Cancer Through ‘Get Moving Bootcamp for the Cure’ Fundraising Event

Gym in Boise, Idaho, Fitness Revolution, Supports the Search for a Cure to Breast Cancer Through ‘Get Moving Bootcamp for the Cure’ Fundraising Event













Boise, ID (PRWEB) September 19, 2011

Fitness Revolution, a results-oriented gym in Boise, Idaho, is gearing up to take part in “Get Moving Boot Camp for the Cure”, a breast cancer fundraiser scheduled to take place on October 15, 2011. Get Moving Boot Camp for the Cure is a 45 minute body weight fitness session for people of all ages and abilities. It was organized to give Treasure Valley residents a means to not only donate to a great cause, but also to help themselves become stronger, healthier, and more active individuals. Fitness Revolution is urging locals to join them in sweating for a good cause, all while cementing their place in history as being part of the breast cancer cure.

About Fitness Revolution:

Fitness Revolution is first and foremost about helping their clients succeed. To do that, their programs are individually designed to meet to their clients personal goals at their current level of fitness. Each of their locations is staffed with the very best fitness professionals who have been properly trained to custom tailor fitness programs. Whether it’s in a private, semi-private or group personal training format such as a boot camp, they work one-on-one with their clients to create the most effective (and safest) training program imaginable. The best part about Fitness Revolution is that they provide a FREE two week trial at their gym for new members!

About Brett, owner of Fitness Revolution:

Brett Denton BS, IYCA-YFS, owner of Fitness Revolution in Boise, Idaho, has participated in sport training and physical fitness since the age of 4 when he stepped foot on a wrestling mat. He was a multi-sport athlete participating in soccer, football, wrestling, basketball, track and field through high school. His sports career culminated as a running back with the Boise State Broncos. Brett knows what it takes to create optimal fitness and athletic performance whether it be to compete in a championship game, maintain healthy body composition, or be physically capable of having fun playing with friends without embarrassment. Through improving flexibility, strength, power, balance, coordination, and mental skills Brett helps athletes increase performance in any venue from the fields to the playgrounds.

While playing football for Boise State Brett earned a degree in Exercise Science double majoring in Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics (yes, some football players actually graduate). He has since earned certifications in many different fitness categories include PICP Level I Theory and the prestigious Youth Fitness Specialist Certification from the International Youth Conditioning Association. Brett has real world experience as an athlete near the highest level, certifications to ensure safety and knowledge, as well as in the trenches training experience and results, but most importantly he passionately cares about the safety, well-being, and progress of his clients and champions.

Fitness Revolution believes in ensuring 100% client satisfaction. That is why they go to such lengths to help their clients achieve their fitness goals. In addition, they truly want their clients to enjoy the experience. For people looking for a gym in Boise, Idaho, or those looking to support the search for a cure to breast cancer, Fitness Revolution is the answer!

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05 Sep 2011
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Danville’s Fit Personal Fitness Studio Introduces Kerry Silverstone

Danville’s Fit Personal Fitness Studio Introduces Kerry Silverstone











East Bay Fitness


Danville, CA (PRWEB) August 12, 2011

Danville’s Fit Personal Fitness Studio is the alternative to today’s fitness centers. Offering a private training center environment, Fit Personal Fitness Studio offers the space and atmosphere for individuals to get one-on-one training and motivation from their personal trainer, and also for personal fitness professionals to bring their clients to an environment conducive to fitness and training.

Located in downtown Danville, Fit Personal Fitness Studio offers East Bay trainers and clients alike the opportunity to enjoy state-of-the-art equipment and advanced training techniques while following a personal training program. Fit Studio attracts clients who are highly motivated by their personal health and fitness goals.

One of their personal trainers in Danville, Kerry Silverstone, is a Certified Pilates Master Trainer. She has been a fitness instructor since 1981 and is now in her 30th year coaching clients to be healthier, happier and to discover the joy in movement. She was one of the pioneers of Step Aerobics and her current passion is Pilates.

“I have taught at large health clubs and in smaller venues,” said Ms. Silverstone. “Both have their benefits, but after living in Danville for 15 years, I was so excited to find Fit Studio. To me it is the ‘’Cheers” studio because it’s a small, intimate environment where everybody knows your name. My clients and I all love Fit because it’s private, it’s small, it’s caring and it becomes home for many people in the community who are not looking for a big health club but instead are looking for fun, friendships and results.”

Ms. Silverstone calls her Pilates studio at Fit, her “Piloft,” since the space is upstairs and private. She and her clients laugh, have fun and work hard on the Pilates Reformer.

“After building a following for nearly four years, I can honestly say my clients have adopted Pilates as a lifestyle,” Ms. Silverstone added. “When they don’t get their classes in for a variety of reasons, they really feel the lack of Pilates on their bodies. The core work, muscle toning, flexibility and joint mobility focus keeps them coming back for more. And they come back because they love Fit, where fitness is fun.”

For more information on Fit Personal Fitness Studio, contact them at (925) 208-4048 or visit them on the web at http://www.fitstudiodanville.com. They are located at 294 B Railroad Avenue Danville, CA 94526.

About Fit Personal Fitness Studio

Fit Personal Fitness Studio is an upscale, contemporary personal training facility in Danville. Using state-of-the-art equipment and advanced training techniques, Fit Studio offers clients a customized training regimen that caters to their individual needs.

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28 Jul 2011
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HealthFitness Adds More Than 25 Clients as Employers Adopt 21st Century Health Benefit Design

HealthFitness Adds More Than 25 Clients as Employers Adopt 21st Century Health Benefit Design











Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) February 1, 2008

HealthFitness (OTC BB: HFIT) added more than 25 new clients in 2007, growing its workplace population health programs with a vision for a healthier, more productive workforce. HealthFitness is a leading provider of employee health management programs. Managing more than 400 fitness centers globally, the company also offers a suite of health management services on-site, Web-based and telephonically.

The lion’s share of new contracts in 2007 was in the company’s health management division. HealthFitness championed a new emphasis on 21st century health benefit design that takes a holistic approach to designing benefits for the entire employee population—from fitness programs for those who are well, to health management programs for those who are at low to high risk for chronic disease. New clients included health plans and universities in addition to employers in the manufacturing, high tech and health provider sectors.

“The vision for 21st century health benefit design provides tools so employers can support a workplace culture of health,” said Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D., president and CEO of HealthFitness. “The traditional focus on providing services only for those who are ill ignores the poor health habits that put workers at risk for chronic disease. By providing tools to address preventable behaviors such as poor diet, physical inactivity and tobacco use early, employers can help employees lead healthier, more productive lives.”

Employers who embrace Lehman’s vision of 21st century benefit design can expect to see improvements in the bottom line. A study released in late 2007 by the National Business Group on Health and Watson Wyatt Worldwide reported that companies with highly effective health and productivity programs are 3.5 times as likely to report lower medical costs; are more likely to report declines in incidental sick pay, short- and long-term disability costs; and are much more likely to have lower incidences of paid and unpaid leave.

In 2007, more than 150,000 employees nationwide participated in health risk assessments (HRAs) administered by HealthFitness and nearly half a million participants are currently eligible to take a HealthFitness HRA. Some 77,000 participated in company health screenings conducted by HealthFitness across nearly 1,200 locations. After receiving their confidential HRA results from HealthFitness, participants are prompted to take part in health management programs designed to reduce their individual health risks.

“Steady growth in the health management division is a signal that employers and health plans recognize the benefits of addressing health needs before they become acute,” Lehman said. “HealthFitness is responsive to the needs of this market for health risk prevention programs as more studies underscore the connection between chronic illness and productivity.”

For further reading see issue briefs, “Applying 21st Century Benefit Design: A Culture of Health in Action,”

And

“Out with the Old, In with the New: A Vision for 21st Century Health Benefit Design,”

Go to: http://www.hfit.com/briefs.cfm

About HealthFitness

HealthFitness is a leading provider of employee health improvement services to Fortune 500 companies, the health care industry and individual consumers. Serving clients for more than 30 years, HealthFitness partners with employers to effectively manage their health care and productivity costs by improving individual health and well-being. HealthFitness serves more than 300 clients globally via on-site management and remotely via Web and telephonic services. HealthFitness provides a complete portfolio of health and fitness management solutions including a proprietary health risk assessment platform, screenings, EMPOWERED™ Health Coaching and delivery of health improvement programs. HealthFitness employs more than 3,000 health and fitness professionals in national and international locations who are committed to the company’s mission of “improving the health and well-being of the people we serve.” For more information on HealthFitness, visit http://www.hfit.com.

This press release was distributed through eMediawire by Human Resources Marketer (HR Marketer: http://www.HRmarketer.com) on behalf of the company listed above.

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