Youfit to begin offering genetic testing to members
POSTED 09 Dec 2018 . BY Tom Walker
The test will be made available to all members across the operator's sites in Arizona and Florida
US budget club operator Youfit Health Clubs will begin offering its members genetic testing through its YouCoach personal training programme.
Youfit has signed a partnership with Advanced Genomic Solutions (AGS) and the test will be made available to all members across the operator's sites in Arizona and Florida.
"Partnering with AGS is our first step in helping Youfit members take control of their health," said J.J. Creegan, COO of Youfit Health Clubs.
"This partnership will allow us to be on the forefront of individualised health discovery that assesses wellness needs."
AGS specialises in genomic testing and the company will offer Youfit members its signature 'Health & Wellness DNA Test'.
The assessment will provide users with an individualised report, outlining how their genetics could affect their diet, exercise, and nutrition.
"Having knowledge of the chemical structure will empower members to make smarter decisions on what they eat and how they work out based on their unique genes," Creegan added.
Founded in 2008 by Rick Berks, Youfit currently operates 110 locations across the US, predominantly in the South and Western regions.
A ground-breaking project is using Genomic data from 50,000 people to deepen the
understanding of how genetics and life-style factors contribute to the development of
conditions such as diabetes and arthritis.
The SHA Wellness Clinic in Alicante, Spain has acquired an anti-ageing medicine
doctor and professor – Dr Gloria M Sabater – to lead its genetic testing
programmes.
Moonbird is a tactile breathing coach, which provides real-time biofeedback, measuring heart
rate and heart rate variability. Studies show it can reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.
Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is
thought to be looking at strategic options, including taking on a new backer.
US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym
from Bridges Fund Management, which will exit as a shareholder. Financial terms have not been
disclosed.
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise
and PT management for clubs and instructors. [more...]
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to
the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
[more...]
Youfit to begin offering genetic testing to members
POSTED 09 Dec 2018 . BY Tom Walker
The test will be made available to all members across the operator's sites in Arizona and Florida
US budget club operator Youfit Health Clubs will begin offering its members genetic testing through its YouCoach personal training programme.
Youfit has signed a partnership with Advanced Genomic Solutions (AGS) and the test will be made available to all members across the operator's sites in Arizona and Florida.
"Partnering with AGS is our first step in helping Youfit members take control of their health," said J.J. Creegan, COO of Youfit Health Clubs.
"This partnership will allow us to be on the forefront of individualised health discovery that assesses wellness needs."
AGS specialises in genomic testing and the company will offer Youfit members its signature 'Health & Wellness DNA Test'.
The assessment will provide users with an individualised report, outlining how their genetics could affect their diet, exercise, and nutrition.
"Having knowledge of the chemical structure will empower members to make smarter decisions on what they eat and how they work out based on their unique genes," Creegan added.
Founded in 2008 by Rick Berks, Youfit currently operates 110 locations across the US, predominantly in the South and Western regions.
A ground-breaking project is using Genomic data from 50,000 people to deepen the
understanding of how genetics and life-style factors contribute to the development of
conditions such as diabetes and arthritis.
The SHA Wellness Clinic in Alicante, Spain has acquired an anti-ageing medicine
doctor and professor – Dr Gloria M Sabater – to lead its genetic testing
programmes.
Moonbird is a tactile breathing coach, which provides real-time biofeedback, measuring heart
rate and heart rate variability. Studies show it can reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.
Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is
thought to be looking at strategic options, including taking on a new backer.
US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym
from Bridges Fund Management, which will exit as a shareholder. Financial terms have not been
disclosed.
The Bannatyne Group says it has officially bounced back from the pandemic, with both turnover
and profits restored to pre-2020 levels in 2023, according to its year-end results.
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise
and PT management for clubs and instructors. [more...]
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to
the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
[more...]