A Weight Loss Protocol

December 5th, 2008

Leave it to elements to completely redefine the way weight loss is sold in America… Diet in the US is a multi-billion dollar a year industry. Thousands of weight loss plans, pills, programs, and books are sold each day to consumers who are eagerly seeking the newest, the best, or the most [...]

Filled Under: BalanceD, Obesity

Best Gym in Atlanta! elements does it again….

November 21st, 2008

We gave congratulations this week to our three Atlanta gyms, for winning the prestigious “Best of Atlanta” award. It was notable to mention that this was the second “Best of” award elements had won in two weeks. To me, this is notable because it shows that consumers and members are really expressing their loyalty [...]

Filled Under: Elements Clubs, Franchise Startup Articles, elements brand

Best of…

November 20th, 2008

Isn’t it nice to be rewarded for a job well done? Isn’t it even nicer to have good business news to share in the midst of all of the media hype on the economy?
We were very pleased to read today that elements for women was named “Best of Alpharetta.” Our growing presence in Southern [...]

Filled Under: Elements Clubs, Franchise Startup Articles, elements brand

Catching up with Chris Palumbo (an interview)

November 19th, 2008

I like reading interviews… for me they provide a great insight into the mind of the subject. While an article is generally the opinion of the writer, an interviewer is almost like having an actual conversation with the person. I was interviewed for a fitness business magazine several months ago (I remember it being [...]

Filled Under: Economy, Franchise Startup Articles

Pre/Postnatal Fitness Expert Corry Matthews Joins elements for women Advisory Board

November 17th, 2008

Pre/Postnatal Fitness Expert Corry Matthews Joins elements for women Advisory Board
MIAMI BEACH, FL – 10/31/08 – elements for women, the upscale Miami Beach based fitness brand, announces an exciting new addition to their All-Star Fitness Advisory Board: pre/postnatal fitness expert, Corry Matthews. She joins the comprehensive lineup of experts from the areas of diet, fitness, [...]

Filled Under: elements brand

New Locations… Going Live

November 11th, 2008

The development of a truly great brand requires you to get feedback from your consumers and partners. This is something that we at elements for women do frequently, from our prospects, from our members, from our franchise partners, stockholders, and team members.
One good example of this is our philosophy on creative materials. In our effort [...]

Filled Under: Franchise Startup Articles, Media, elements brand

Demi Discovers Wellness

November 10th, 2008

It was a nice surprise this week to see Demi Moore visiting elements Alpharetta on a recent film shoot in Atlanta.
We were holding an franchisee training event at the opulent 10,000 square foot spa/fitness club. As a full service salon, spa, and fitness club, the facility is able to deliver world-class services to a [...]

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Planning for the Rush

November 6th, 2008

Although much of the retail news these days is filled with doom and gloom scenarios, there is at least one industry which is gearing for a real surge in business …. lucky for us, it is the fitness industry
Fitness, weight loss and wellness see a real spike in sales for a 70 [...]

Filled Under: Economy, Elements Clubs, Marketing

Setting the Pace

October 24th, 2008

elements for women is fast becoming recognized for the curb appeal in our clubs – we enjoy the prestige of being the only upscale fitness brand for women, a very unique market position which is not lost for a minute on me. One of the reasons for our intensive training programs and methodical staff [...]

Filled Under: Elements Clubs, Franchise Startup Articles

Club Industry

October 22nd, 2008

I spend the end of last week in Chicago at the Club Industry Fitness Trade Show. I love attending the major industry events… there is a great energy which exist among the club owners, trainers, vendors, and industry veterans. Although I was not speaking or presenting at this event, I did have a full schedule [...]

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Getting Advanced

October 9th, 2008

Any reader of this journal knows that I (and elements) are big believers in ongoing training, and continuing education for all staff members – from our Club Directors to part time associates. A well trained staff exudes confidence, and simply performs better. elements for women franchising devotes considerable resources towards ongoing education and enhancements for [...]

Filled Under: Elements Clubs, Uncategorized, elements brand

Live Fabulously this Fall

October 8th, 2008

Learn to live fabulously this fall with the newest edition of elements living magazine! In this issue, we reveal our most luxurious weekend retreats and indulge our inner gourmet with a visit from Chef J. We check in with All-Star trainer Ella Storm for top tips on toning thighs and buns, and discover the [...]

Filled Under: Economy, Elements Living Magazine