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Internet helps gym change its reputation
A FORWARD-THINKING gym is shaking off its ‘hardcore’ reputation by using social networking sites to spread the word about its mixed clientele.
The Training Exchange in Stoke was taken over by Suzanne Longstaff two years ago and she is working hard to show people it’s a club for everyone, not just serious weight trainers.
She said: “When I had my website built last November the guy who did it introduced me to Twitter and after talking to members, I decided to create a group on Facebook too."
A FORWARD-THINKING gym is shaking off its ‘hardcore’ reputation by using social networking sites to spread the word about its mixed clientele.
The Training Exchange in Stoke was taken over by Suzanne Longstaff two years ago and she is working hard to show people it’s a club for everyone, not just serious weight trainers.
She said: “When I had my website built last November the guy who did it introduced me to Twitter and after talking to members, I decided to create a group on Facebook too."
Not-for-profit gym members get a real say
A MEMBER-OWNED gym in Bristol is holding its own in difficult trading conditions – despite competition from lower-priced models nearby.
Welsh Back Squash and Health club started life as a squash club in 1985 but six years ago was handed over to the members and became a not-for-profit gym, run by a committee.
Chris Nicholls was appointed general manager in 2007, following three years working on the gym floor.
A MEMBER-OWNED gym in Bristol is holding its own in difficult trading conditions – despite competition from lower-priced models nearby.
Welsh Back Squash and Health club started life as a squash club in 1985 but six years ago was handed over to the members and became a not-for-profit gym, run by a committee.
Chris Nicholls was appointed general manager in 2007, following three years working on the gym floor.
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