Network Magazine winter 2015 | Page 11

We already offer wellness – now let’s sell it The way we were… Back in December 1993 the front cover of Network magazine featured aerobic champion Michael Betts demonstrating how to use the Slide, the latest training tool from Reebok: “Slide Reebok involves controlled lateral movement on a low friction surface. As the participant slides from side to side, they are replicating the lateral motions experienced during both sporting and daily activities. While Slide Reebok appears new and unfamiliar, the concept originated over a century ago. Sliding as a form of lateral movement training has its roots in northern Europe and Scandinavia. During the off-season speed skaters would pull down barn doors, coat them with wax, attach blocks to either end and slide back and forth to mimic the skating action….The introduction of Slide Reebok creates a versatile lateral movement training system which not only reduces the risk of injuries, but also provides an exciting low impact cardiovascular workout.” 1 thing I’ve learnt… Aaron Whear, Managing Director of Career Fitness, careerfitness.com.au “One thing I’ve learnt from my 24 years in the fitness industry is that the financial health of your business is directly proportional to the size of you