As we begin another year of the “next normal, ”clubs are struggling to maintain their group fitness programming and their Group Fitness Instructors. During the pandemic, many fitness teachers and trainers were forced to go out on their own to offer classes in their backyards and basements or on virtual platforms.  Other instructors left our industry altogether.  Now that our fitness facilities have reopened, there has been a shortage of group ex instructors and lower group ex attendance.  Both instructors and clubs are pushing to increase class turnout. Join our panel of experts for this special hour-long webinar as they examine the future of group exercise: the programs, the people, and the profits.

Running your own small business is challenging enough and most if not all of us had to rebuild our business, classes and clients after the pandemic. Join our panel of experts as they delve into how to adapt your small business in our ever changing fitness landscape and even how to start your own business from scratch in this “new normal”.

It’s no question that the social isolation and career difficulty these past few years has taken its toll on mental health across the country. However, in an industry focused on health and well-being, the importance of mental health isn’t going away. Join our panel of experts as they cover how you can help your clients stay mentally and physically fit, and what you as a fitness professional can do to maintain and improve your own mental health.

The landscape of health club chains, independent clubs, boutiques, and not-for-profits has been forever changed but we will come back stronger than ever. Join these top industry leaders as they guide you through what lies ahead for 2023 and examine the fitness fads, exercise trends, wellness goals that have and will drive our health and wellness businesses to success in the coming year.

It’s no secret that the holiday season is one of the most trying times for our clients and ourselves to maintain healthy nutrition and exercise habits. Join SCW’s panel of experts for easy-to-digest advice on how to help ourselves and our clients to stick to the plan. We will address ways to encourage your clients to continue coming to your classes, clubs, and sessions.  Learn some easy-to-implement changes to turn that calorie-heavy holiday meal into something less tragically unhealthy.

As Winter approaches and people are less active, an emphasis on cardiovascular exercise for heart health is more important than ever. Join our panel of experts as they cover proper training for running to limit possible injuries in addition to optimizing performance.

Knee pain and restricted mobility can make exercise challenging, problematic, or for some, impossible, often jeopardizing clients’ health and fitness goals. Join our panel of experts as they examine the structural and mechanical components of the knee, common injuries influencing joint dysfunction, and specific suggestions to restore function without the risk of re-injury.

Muscle mass decreases by around 5% per decade starting at age 30 and this decline is even higher after the age of 60.  This loss of muscle and strength is a fundamental cause in disabilities in our older generation. Join our panel of experts as the delve into how to properly strength train our active aging clientele and help slow this decrease in muscle.

Fitness doesn’t have to be complex, something as simple as walking can help you live a healthier life. Join our panel of experts as they cover the benefits of walking, how you can build a program and community from it, and even proper technique and biomechanics. Walk your way to fitness today!

While not as common, many trainers will have clients who just cannot gain weight or muscle despite their best efforts. Some people may wish they had this issue, but it can be just as frustrating as trying to lose weight. Join our panel of experts as they provide advice and tips on how to gain weight and muscle in a healthy and sustainable way.