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PLANET FITNESS MOTIVATED 3.5 MILLION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO PRIORITIZE THEIR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH THIS SUMMER AS PART OF THE ‘HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER PASS’ INITIATIVE

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September 7, 2022

PLANET FITNESS MOTIVATED 3.5 MILLION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO PRIORITIZE THEIR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH THIS SUMMER AS PART OF THE ‘HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER PASS’ INITIATIVE

Teenagers Logged 17 Million Exercises at Planet Health Places Nationwide from Might via September, Laying Foundations for Lengthy-Lasting Wholesome Habits with the Chief in Health

HAMPTON, N.H., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Planet Health, one of many largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of health facilities with extra members than every other health model, introduced that greater than 3.5 million excessive schoolers signed up for its Excessive Faculty Summer season Go program, logging 17 million exercises over the course of three-and-a-half months. Excessive Faculty Summer season Go befell from Might 16 via August 31, throughout which Planet Health opened its doorways to excessive schoolers ages 14 – 19 to work out without cost at any of its greater than 2,300 places in the US and Canada.

In a survey of almost 10,000 Excessive Faculty Summer season Go teen contributors and their mother and father, Planet Health uncovered that this system was the primary time 67 % of contributors stepped into any health club, with 88 % of teenagers reporting that their general temper improves after train and with 76 % feeling joyful particularly after exercising. For extra data, or to hitch, go to PlanetFitness.com.

Planet Fitness announced that more than 3.5 million high schoolers signed up for its High School Summer Pass program, logging 17 million workouts over the course of three-and-a-half months. For more information, or to join, visit PlanetFitness.com. — Planet Health introduced that greater than 3.5 million excessive schoolers signed up for its Excessive Faculty Summer season Go program, logging 17 million exercises over the course of three-and-a-half months. For extra data, or to hitch, go to PlanetFitness.com.

All through the pandemic, many college students both did not have entry to a spot to train or lowered their bodily exercise as a result of digital faculty and social isolation. Planet Health’ Excessive Faculty Summer season Go got here at a crucial time when highschool college students had been feeling the emotional and bodily tolls of the pandemic. In actual fact:

A CDC examine discovered that greater than 40 % of teenagers stated they persistently felt unhappy or hopeless throughout 2021¹
In line with the CDC, emergency room visits for suicide makes an attempt in early 2021 for teenagers ages 12-17 elevated by 31 % in comparison with 2019²
Analysis revealed within the Journal of Pediatrics reveals that new diagnoses of sort 2 diabetes rose by 77 % amongst youth (ages 8 – 21) through the first 12 months of the pandemic³

“The success of our Excessive Faculty Summer season Go program reinforces that this technology is in search of entry to health to make their bodily and psychological well being a precedence,” stated Chris Rondeau, Chief Government Officer at Planet Health. “We’re thrilled greater than 3.5 million excessive schoolers took the initiative to get energetic this summer season. There are such a lot of advantages to bodily exercise, together with managing stress, decreasing anxiousness, and bettering efficiency in class. Having joined a health club for the primary time once I was 16, health enabled me to develop life-long wholesome habits which have benefitted me in quite a few methods all through my life. We sit up for welcoming these college students within the Judgement Free Zone for years to return.”

In a survey⁴ of almost 10,000 Excessive Faculty Summer season Go teen contributors and their mother and father, Planet Health uncovered the affect of the record-setting summer season program:

Jumpstart your Well being: This summer season represents the primary time that two-thirds (67 %) of contributors stepped into any health membership, introducing how right this moment’s youth can begin exercising now for a more healthy tomorrow.
Temper Booster: 88 % of teenagers share their general temper improves after train, with 76 % feeling joyful particularly after exercising.
Actual Speak: Almost nine-in-ten (86 %) mother and father say that the Excessive Faculty Summer season Go program has opened doorways in communication with their teenagers about general wellness.
Summer season Nicely Sweat: Three-fourths (75 %) of fogeys confess their teenagers wouldn’t have been as bodily energetic with out Excessive Faculty Summer season Go, particularly impactful as faculty sports activities applications, health club lessons and after faculty actions wind down over the summer season.
Household Health: 4-fifths (82 %) of fogeys report that seeing their teen train has impressed different relations to get extra bodily energetic, with greater than half (58 %) of fogeys figuring out with their teenagers this summer season.

“This expertise has remodeled not solely my psychological well being, however my bodily well being. I selected to dwell a more healthy way of life again in January of 2022, and this health club membership has actually helped me keep on observe with my health and well being journey,” famous Aliyah C., age 19, who participated within the Excessive Faculty Summer season Go program at her native membership in North Carolina. “Once I discovered that Planet Health was giving teenagers entry to gyms without cost through the summer season, I used to be tremendous excited and eventually discovered the motivation I wanted to maintain going. I’ve misplaced 20 kilos and have by no means felt higher.”

Lastly, all teenagers in the US and Canada who signed up had been routinely entered into The Planet Health Excessive Faculty Summer season Go Sweepstakes. Planet Health will award one $500 scholarship in every state (and the District of Columbia) and one grand prize $5,000 scholarship⁵. These scholarships can be utilized for tutorial or athletic actions or applications. Winners will likely be notified this month.

For extra data on Planet Health and to find any of its greater than 2,300 Planet Health places, please go to PlanetFitness.com/Native-Golf equipment.

About Planet Health
Based in 1992 in Dover, NH, Planet Health is among the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of health facilities in the US by variety of members and places. As of June 30, 2022, Planet Health had 16.5 million members and a pair of,324 shops in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia. The Firm’s mission is to boost folks’s lives by offering a high-quality health expertise in a welcoming, non-intimidating atmosphere, which we name the Judgement Free Zone®. Greater than 90% of Planet Health shops are owned and operated by unbiased enterprise women and men.

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¹ Adolescent Behaviors and Experiences Survey — United States, January–June 2021, Facilities for Illness Management and Prevention
² Emergency Division Visits for Suspected Suicide Makes an attempt Amongst Individuals Aged 12–25 Years Earlier than and Through the COVID-19 Pandemic — United States, January 2019–Might 2021, Facilities for Illness Management and Prevention
³ The COVID-19 pandemic is related to a considerable rise in frequency and severity of presentation of youth-onset sort 2 diabetes, The Journal of Pediatrics
⁴ Based mostly on a survey of minor Excessive Faculty Summer season Go contributors and their mother and father; carried out by Planet Health from June 9-15, 2022.
⁵ No buy needed. Open to authorized residents of the 50 U.S./D.C., who’re 14-19 years of age (with guardian approval if beneath age of majority). Begins 12:00 am ET on 5/16/22; ends 11:59 pm ET on 8/31/22. For Official Guidelines, go to PlanetFitness.com/sweepstakes-rules.

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Running heel taps to warm up for your workout – Today's Tip

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December 26, 2024

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Running heel taps to warm up for your workout – Today's Tip

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Gyms aren't always accessible spaces, but these PTs are working to change that

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December 26, 2024

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Gyms aren't always accessible spaces, but these PTs are working to change that

Many people would see cerebral palsy as a barrier to a physically demanding career.

But Connor Johnstone has refused to allow his disability to hold him back.

He’s a fully qualified personal trainer with a degree in sports science and a masters in strength and conditioning.

Connor Johnstone also competed in the 2024 World Para Jiu-Jitsu Championships in Abu Dhabi. (Instagram: Connor Johnstone)

Now he’s determined to help other people with a disability who struggle exercising in the gym.

But he hasn’t always been so self-confident.

“I may not have been able to perform the movements in the gym that everyone else could, so that used to always be at the back of my mind, or I felt like I wasn’t smart enough,” he said.

“I think that’s just, all those things you tend to label yourself [with], rather than what actually is reality.”

Connor lifts heavy, colourful weights in a gym — Connor wants to help others who are struggling to exercise in the gym. (Instagram)

Encouragement from his parents and therapists helped.

“One of the biggest things for me is always trying to find a way to adapt,” he said.

It’s something he also teaches his clients.

“At one of my other practices, there were a lot of children with autism, and I was finding fun ways to do things because they don’t find generic exercises as stimulating or fun,” he said.

A personal trainer pictured from behind who is working with a client pulling an elastic band — Connor Johnstone helps a client work out. (Supplied)

Challenging perceptions

Shaznaye Bin Kali, 15, also challenges perceptions of what a typical gym-goer looks like.

She lives with hemiplegia, a condition that has affected the left side of her body, impacting her arms, legs, and facial muscles.

But at her weekly sessions with her dedicated personal trainer, Grant Gillon, she’s found a space where she feels empowered and supported.

“Shaz started, and she hasn’t looked back. She looks forward to coming to see me every Friday,” Grant said.

Grant hugs Shaznaye — Shaznaye Bin Kali with her personal trainer Grant Gillon. (ABC News)

Shaznaye said she enjoyed playful banter with Grant as she exercises.

“I like lap pull downs, bench press, jumping on the bike, tennis, footy, and frisbee,” she said.

Empathy helps

One of the things that bonded the two was Grant’s later-in-life ADHD diagnosis, which he believes has helped him positively connect with clients who have a disability.

“How I think is very similar to a lot of other people with disabilities, and I can be quite sporadic, and I often need to take a step back and try and settle myself,” he said.

“I know for myself there’s often things that I needed to be repeated quite a few times.”

Shaznaye on the workout bike next to Grant — Shaznaye Bin Kali working out with Grant Gillon. (ABC News)

Grant said he’s learned to be more accommodating.

“That’s probably the biggest one. And thinking on my feet,” he said.

Grant said if things don’t work out during his training sessions with clients, he tries to “keep the momentum going” by moving onto the next thing.

“You can’t dwell too much on it,” he said.

Grant said working with Shaznaye meant a longer set up time to make sure she could train safely.

“We make sure that she’s got a firm grip, or often, I’ll be holding my hand over the top first making sure her grip doesn’t fall off,” Grant said.

“And sometimes we’ll be changing different attachments and handles to see if we can actually get her a little bit of a better grip.”

Shaznaye punches Grant in a gym — Grant says he likes to make the gym accessible for everyone. (ABC News)

Grant said he wanted to become a personal trainer because fitness had always been an important part of his life and he wanted to make sure others had the opportunity to participate.

“[The gym] is not always accessible to everyone,” he said.

“I guess that’s probably one of the main motivating factors [for me].”

Push for more PTs with a disability

Grant would like to see more disabled personal trainers in the industry.

“I think the one thing that hinders some people is that they feel inadequate, which can depend on the disability,” he said.

“People might think they won’t be respected due to their disability, or they don’t feel they’re up to par.”

A personal trainer and his young client playfully box in a gym setting. — Grant Gillon loves his work as a personal trainer, especially helping clients like Shaznaye Bin Kali. (ABC News: Mitchell Edgar )

Grant’s advice to any aspiring personal trainer who has a disability would be just getting out there and getting involved in learning through experience.

“I’m very passionate what I do, and I enjoy seeing results,” he said.

“I don’t see what I do is anything like amazing or special. I almost feel selfish because it’s something that I really enjoy.”

Connor feels the same way.

“If you’re passionate about something, you can always make it work.”

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Grant from energy company funds exercise equipment for Ohio firefighters

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1 day ago

December 25, 2024

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Grant from energy company funds exercise equipment for Ohio firefighters

By J Swygart
The Lima News

SHAWNEE TOWNSHIP, Ohio — Employees of the Shawnee Township Fire Department now have access to updated exercise and fitness equipment, with more devices to arrive soon, following the receipt of a $12,367 grant from Energy Transfer company’s First Responder Fund.

According to Chris Koop, manager of public affairs for the energy logistics company with more than 120,000 miles of pipeline infrastructure located in 44 states, the program is unique as it focuses on cardiovascular health.

“That’s something the public doesn’t usually think about,” he said.

Shawnee Township Fire Department Chief Austin Miller said statistics show a majority of deaths among firefighters are cardio-related. He thanked the Energy Transfer representative for the funding that has already resulted in the purchase of a large weight-lifting machine and numerous dumbbells. Two treadmills and other new devices will arrive soon.

Miller said current equipment in the fire station is showing wear and tear, including some pieces that deteriorated to the point where they are no longer safe to use.

“This grant from Energy Transfer will enable us to replace outdated equipment, ensuring our team can safely exercise and remain fit on the job,” Miller said. “By maintaining our physical health, we can continue to meet the rigorous demands of our profession and provide the highest level of service to our community.”

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The chief commended firefighter/paramedic Christie Kerby for taking the lead on the grant application, saying her “dedication and hard work made all of this possible.”

Kerby said firefighters are required to work out for an hour each day and must meet fitness incentive requirements and undergo annual physical testing and health exams.

“Health and wellness is very important, not just for us but also for the community we serve,” she said.

The newly purchased equipment has been placed, due to its massive size, in a garage located behind the fire station. Other fitness equipment remains in the basement of the firehouse but will be moved into the garage area soon.

“At that point we will invite the (township) police department and township employees to join us and use the equipment after things are all set up,” Miller said.

The new exercise equipment could be moving again in the not-too-distant future. Miller said discussions surrounding a new fire station are in the early stages, and a new facility could become a reality in the next two or three years.

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