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We Are #TeamMOVATI – Mike Edwards

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Throughout 2024 we’ll sit down with different staff members from our club’s operations team to help you get to know them a little bit better and how their role is enhancing your club experience. This week we are sitting down with our Richmond Hill Facilities Tech Mike Edwards.

Mike, take me through “regular” day if there is even such a thing in your role.

“A regular day starts with me getting here in the morning and doing a walkthrough of the facility. From there I run through our daily checklist to ensure everything on it has been updated. If a project needs additional attention or if a new urgent job comes up, we can properly evaluate the situation and move jobs around the list.”

“From there we refer to our maintenance system that prioritizes our weekly, monthly, and quarterly checks. This helps us stay on track to ensure all aspects of the club are running properly and to code. In the event something is off or needs attention, we can tackle that area of need with preventive maintenance to limit the number of closures.”

With all the behind the scenes work you do, how has your role positively impacted the member experience at MOVATI Richmond Hill? 

“First off, I would like all our members to know that their experience is always top of mind. We as a staff at MOVATI Richmond Hill have extremely high standard and we want each induvial member experience to be perfect from the minute the enter our facility to the moment they exist.”

“As it relates to my role, my main priority is ensuring all equipment and amenities are running smoothly so the members can get the most out of their fitness journey. This means if a certain machine is not operational, we urgently begin the process of identifying the issue and prioritize the equipment being fixed within 24-48 hours.”

We also sat down with Daniel Iagodkine who is our Manager, Operations for MOVATI Richmond Hill. We got his thoughts on what Mike means to the team and how his productivity positively affects the member experience.

What does Mike mean to the team and how does his productivity, attitude and overall demeaner positively affect the member experience at MOVATI Richmond Hill?  

“That’s a great question. Since joining the team, Mike has gone above and beyond our existing high standards to ensure everything is operational for the members at MOVATI Richmond Hill. He is all about business and is the first person to always provide additional support to the team when it is needed. Mike stays true to the 24-48 hour turnaround window for equipment and amenities repairs.”  

At MOVATI Athletic we have always committed to providing our members with a higher level of efficiency and cleanliness throughout our facilities. With our continued investment, we are going above and beyond our existing high standards, raising the bar even higher.

 

Join MOVATI Today and get Started with This Special Offer. Already a member? To customize programming and help you improve your training, consult with one of our Performance Coaches in club and complete your Game Plan Session or join seminars with one of our fitness professionals.

*MOVATI’s trainers and/or consultants are not health care providers, and do not provide any medical diagnosis, treatment or advice, and any trainer and/or consultant tips are not intended to replace the advice of a health care professional.

We Are #TeamMOVATI – Gautam Tiwari

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Throughout 2024 we’ll sit down with different staff members from our club’s operations team to help you get to know them a little bit better and how their role is enhancing your club experience. This week we are sitting down with our Richmond Hill Custodian Gautam Tiwari.

Gautam, how have you enjoyed your time at MOVATI?

“I’ve really love my role with MOVATI Richmond Hill. The overall work culture here is amazing and I love meeting new members and interacting with them. As I get to know the members, I always want them to have the best in club experience so I ensure my work reflects that.”   

In your role with MOVATI how do you feel it best translates to a good experience for our members?

“If I was a member of a gym the first thing I would look at is how clean it is. I would be looking at all the equipment and the facilities to ensure they are well cleaned, maintained, and working properly. With this ability to look through the eyes of a member, this helps me perform my job to the highest level ensuring that I am meeting the high standards MOVATI has set for us to achieve allowing our members to have the best in club experience.”

We also sat down with Daniel Iagodkine who is our Manager, Operations for MOVATI Richmond Hill. We got his thoughts on what Gautam means to the team and how his productivity positively affects the member experience.

What does Gautam mean to the team and how does his productivity, attitude and overall demeaner positively affect the member experience at MOVATI Richmond Hill? 

“Gautam is one of my top custodians at Richmond Hill. He is super trustworthy and always works with a smile on his face. The best part about Gautam is he always greets every member and asks how they are enjoying their experience at MOVATI. When at work he is all about business, producing top quality work and is always available to support his teammates. Gautam’s attention to detail is extremely high and we love having him part of the team.”

At MOVATI Athletic we have always committed to providing our members with a higher level of efficiency and cleanliness throughout our facilities. With our continued investment, we are going above and beyond our existing high standards, raising the bar even higher.

 

Join MOVATI Today and get Started with This Special Offer. Already a member? To customize programming and help you improve your training, consult with one of our Performance Coaches in club and complete your Game Plan Session or join seminars with one of our fitness professionals.

*MOVATI’s trainers and/or consultants are not health care providers, and do not provide any medical diagnosis, treatment or advice, and any trainer and/or consultant tips are not intended to replace the advice of a health care professional.

April Café Special – Add 1 Complimentary Boost To Your Shake

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For the month of April, visit the MOVATI café and take your favorite shake to the next level with a FREE Nutraphase Sport Boost (Creatine, Glutamine, Collagen or BCAA).

All our fitness journeys can have varying definitions depending on each of our individual goals. However, the one thing each of our journeys all have in common: People work for results. Day in and out, members strive to achieve the fitness goals they have in mind and when it comes to achieving fitness goals and seeing results, there is an addition that can be made to a fitness journey that will provide progress and offer results: Supplements.

With MOVATi’s FREE Nutraphase Sport Boost promotion for the month of April, we break down the benefits of Creatine, Glutamine, Collagen and BCAA.

 

Creatine

Supplies energy to your muscles to help you improve your athletic performance as well as increase your power, strength, and speed. Many people also take creatine supplements to build strength and promote brain health.

 

Glutamine

Helps you maintain healthy immune system function as well as aiding in brain function, digestion, muscle recovery and growth.

 

Collagen

Aids in strengthening joints and bones as well as improving the health of skin, hair, nails and digestive system.

 

BCAA

Branched-chain amino acids, also known as BCAA decreases muscle fatigue and increases muscle endurance.

 

Looking to take these benefits with you on the road? You can purchase the retail tubs at the MOVATI café and save 10% during the month of April.

 

Join MOVATI Today and get Started with This Special Offer. Already a member? To customize programming and help you improve your training, consult with one of our Personal Trainers in club and complete your Game Plan Session or join seminars with one of our fitness professionals.

*MOVATI’s trainers and/or consultants are not health care providers, and do not provide any medical diagnosis, treatment or advice, and any trainer and/or consultant tips are not intended to replace the advice of a health care professional.

MOVATI Cares Donates $3,819.30 To Edmonton’s Food Bank!

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MOVATI Athletic is thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of Shake Days, a MOVATI Cares initiative which took place from March 4th to 6th, 2024.  Thanks to our MOVATI Windermere community, we not only met but surpassed our donation goal, raising a total of $3,819.30 for Edmonton’s Food Bank.

MOVATI Cares, a program designed by MOVATI Athletic, strives to support charitable organizations that help members in our communities lead a healthier and happier life.  Shake Days was an event where all proceeds from the sale of shakes at the MOVATI Athletic Windermere Café were donated to Edmonton’s Food Bank.

With the support of the Edmonton community, Edmonton’s Food Bank provides food for over 34,000 people each month through their hamper programs and over 400,000 meals and snacks monthly through partner soup kitchens, shelters, schools, and other community groups.

“Together, we have demonstrated that when we come together as a community, we can create meaningful change and support those in need”, commented Chuck Kelly, President, and CEO of MOVATI. “We would like to extend special thanks to all our Club Members, Team Members, and Partners.  Without your support and dedication to this cause, Shake Days would not have been possible.”

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MOVATI Athletic is a privately held company with 16 locations across Canada and growing, with over 130,000 members and more than 2,000 employees. From the premium equipment and spa-like amenities to an industry-leading selection of group fitness classes, MOVATI offers a full range of fitness services tailored to its members’ needs. Driven by a vision to empower people’s lives through fitness and health, making the communities it serves healthier and happier.

MOVATI Athletic is poised for growth with new clubs opening across Canada. Visit MOVATI.com for more information.

To learn more about Edmonton’s Food Bank and how you can continue to support their mission, please visit https://www.edmontonsfoodbank.com/. Let’s make a difference, together!

MOVATI Cares Donates 67,654 Meals to Ontarians Through Feed Ontario!

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MOVATI Athletic is thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of Shake Days, a MOVATI Cares initiative which took place from March 4th to 6th, 2024.  Thanks to our MOVATI community, we not only met but surpassed our donation goal, raising a total of $33,827.23 providing 67,654 meals to Ontarians through Feed Ontario.

MOVATI Cares, a program designed by MOVATI Athletic, strives to support charitable organizations that help members in our communities lead a healthier and happier life.  Shake Days was a National Event where all proceeds from the sale of shakes at the MOVATI Athletic Café were donated to Feed Ontario. This organization works to fight hunger and supports healthy communities. Feed Ontario leverages bulk purchasing to buy and distribute food to food banks in the communities where our clubs operate, with every $1 raised providing 2 meals to an Ontarian in need.

“Together, we have demonstrated that when we come together as a community, we can create meaningful change and support those in need”, commented Chuck Kelly, President, and CEO of MOVATI. “We would like to extend special thanks to all our Club Members, Team Members, and Partners.  Without your support and dedication to this cause, Shake Days would not have been possible.”

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MOVATI Athletic is a privately held company with 16 locations across Canada and growing, with over 130,000 members and more than 2,000 employees. From the premium equipment and spa-like amenities to an industry-leading selection of group fitness classes, MOVATI offers a full range of fitness services tailored to its members’ needs. Driven by a vision to empower people’s lives through fitness and health, making the communities it serves healthier and happier.

MOVATI Athletic is poised for growth with new clubs opening across Canada. Visit MOVATI.com for more information.

To learn more about Feed Ontario and how you can continue to support their mission, please visit www.feedontario.ca. Let’s feed Ontario, together!

The MOVATI Athletic Cleaning Standard – Raising the Bar Even Higher

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At MOVATI Athletic we are committed to providing a higher level of cleanliness throughout our facilities. Going above and beyond our existing high standards, we’ve implemented extra rigorous cleaning procedures and monitoring policies encompassing every part of our operations. We’ve always gone to great lengths when it comes to the cleanliness and safety of our clubs – now, we’re going even further with several new initiatives.

Deep Clean

Continuous and enhanced cleaning throughout the club with hospital-grade disinfectants approved by Health Canada.

In house custodial staff working all hours of operation to keep the club sanitized and clean.

Enhanced Protocols

Enhanced air quality and ventilation rates of our clubs, providing a greater amount of fresh air exchange.

Leading HVAC and air quality control systems have been enhanced even further to provide for a cleaner air environment. Our HVAC systems use MERV-8 air filters, one of the top performing air filters on the market.

Special staff training and certification on cleaning procedures and new health and safety protocols from Ecolab®.

Self-Cleaning

Additional hand sanitizers and Disinfecting Stations are located throughout the club equipped with disinfectant wipes.

Members must wipe down equipment before and after use.

We’re committed to making your club experience as convenient, safe and rewarding as possible. From keeping you healthy with our advanced air filtration system, to our advanced cleanliness standards, we’ve got you covered.

 

Join MOVATI Today and get Started with This Special Offer. Already a member? To customize programming and help you improve your training, consult with one of our Performance Coaches in club and complete your Game Plan Session or join seminars with one of our fitness professionals.

*MOVATI’s trainers and/or consultants are not health care providers, and do not provide any medical diagnosis, treatment or advice, and any trainer and/or consultant tips are not intended to replace the advice of a health care professional.

Benefits of Using the Steam Room

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After an intense workout, there is nothing better than relaxing in the Steam Room. The great news is that this offers a variety of benefits!

Using a steam room after a workout can offer potential benefits such as:

1. Muscle Relaxation: The heat in the steam room can help relax your muscles, reduce muscle tension and soreness. This can contribute to faster recovery and improved flexibility.

  1. Joint Relief: If you have joint pain or stiffness, the warmth can help. It may help alleviate discomfort and improve joint mobility.
  2. Stress Reduction: Sometimes life can get a bit crazy, the steam room can help! Steam rooms are known for being relaxing places. After a workout, spending time in a steam room can be a calming experience, helping to reduce stress and promote mental relaxation.
  3. Respiratory Benefits: The steam room can help open airways and reduce congestion.
  4. Mental Well-Being: The combination of heat and relaxation in the steam room can have a positive effect on your mental well-being and can contribute to an overall sense of calm.

Visit the steam room today to experience the benefits! Please keep in mind that individual responses to steam room use may vary! It’s advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before incorporating steam room sessions into your post-workout routine.

Make sure you stay hydrated and drink plenty of water, especially when using the steam room.

Let’s sweat, together!

Join MOVATI Today and get Started with This Special Offer. Already a member? To customize programming and help you improve your training, consult with one of our Personal Trainers in club and complete your Game Plan Session or join seminars with one of our fitness professionals.

*MOVATI’s trainers and/or consultants are not health care providers, and do not provide any medical diagnosis, treatment or advice, and any trainer and/or consultant tips are not intended to replace the advice of a health care professional.

Recover Faster with Pilates Reformer

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Pilates Reformer is a piece of equipment used in Pilates workouts, and it can be beneficial for recovery in several ways:

Improved Core Strength: Pilates Reformer exercises target the core muscles, including abdominal and back. Strengthening these muscles enhances stability and support for the spine, reducing risk of injuries.

Muscle Imbalance Correction: Pilates Reformer exercises focus on balanced muscle development, helping to correct imbalances and prevent injuries caused by overuse or weakness in specific muscle groups.

Low-Impact Exercise: The Pilates Reformer provides a low-impact environment for exercise, which is beneficial for those recovering from injuries. It allows for controlled movements which makes it suitable for rehabilitation!

Customizable Resistance: The Reformer allows for adjustable resistance, making t suitable for people at different fitness levels or those recovering from injuries. You can control resistance to tailor your workouts.

Rehabilitation for Specific Injuries: Pilates reformer exercises can be adapted to target specific areas of the body.

Recovering with Pilates on a reformer involves using controlled movements to improve strength, flexibility, and overall body awareness.

Pilates Reformer is now available at selected clubs! Click here to learn more about Pilates Reformer

Benefits of Athletic Therapy

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Blog Written By: Nick Andre – Athletic Therapist

Certified Athletic Therapists are best known for their care of professional and elite athletes. The first to respond when someone gets hurt, they are experts at injury assessment and rehabilitation. It’s that same mix of on-site care and active rehabilitation skills that makes Athletic Therapists so effective in treating the musculoskeletal (muscles, bones, and joints) injuries of all Canadians, whether on the field or in the clinic.

At MOVATI Athletic, our Certified Athletic Therapists bring their wealth of knowledge to the health and wellness of our members in club. This wealth of knowledge includes in-depth knowledge, education, and training in the areas of the human musculoskeletal system, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and basic emergency care.

Athletic therapists adhere to the Sports Medicine Model of care. They treat a wide range of patients, from kids with concussions to seniors recovering from hip replacement surgery, using various manual therapies, modalities, exercise prescription and even bracing and taping. The treatment varies but the objective doesn’t: an Athletic Therapist’s goal is to help clients return to their usual activities, whether that means playing competitive sports or walking to the mailbox and back.

Be sure to reach out to your club to book in with an Athletic Therapist today. Athletic Therapy available in select locations.

START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY WITH OUR PERFORMANCE COACH

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THE EVOLUTION OF PERSONAL TRAINING ​

In our continuous commitment to providing you with the best in health and wellness, beginning in 2024, our MOVATI Personal Trainers will be known as Performance Coaches.

WHAT IS A PERFORMANCE COACH?

MOVATI Performance Coaches are highly qualified professionals who offer you more support and better results. Our Performance Coaches will work with you through a Customized, data-driven, and knowledge-based approach to programming that is tracked in the MOVATI Training App, so you can perform better At Home, At Work, and in Training Sessions.

MOVATI’s Performance Coaches approach to 360-degree wellness, will guide clients on ways to improve everything from nutrition, sleep, and mood regulation, to confidence, productivity, and mental clarity, as well as achieving their fitness goals.

While the fitness and personal training industries have changed, a greater evolution has occurred here at MOVATI. We are setting the standard for best-in-class client service with investments in ongoing continuing education and new technologies.

Our Performance Coaches will be sharing more of their client’s successes and testimonials, both internally and externally, so that we can showcase their great work.

The department will continue to be called Personal Training.