Gyms Fight Germs During Flu Season
by Scott Poston
9News (i.e., TaRhonda Thomas) interviewed me today regarding the impending flu season and what The Denver Athletic Club’s plan is to combat it. Here’s a link to the article/video:
http://www.9news.com/news/article.aspx?storyid=124587&catid=188
In addition to my 5-second commentary, here is a list of other action items The DAC already adheres to (and what you should expect from your gym):
1. The DAC has 16 full-time housekeeping staff who work around the clock to ensure a clean facility.
2. Fitness Center Staff clean high use items (e.g., fit-balls, stretch mats, foam rollers) frequently throughout the day.
3. Members are encouraged to avoid the Fitness Center when sick.
4. DAC Staff are required to stay home when/if they are sick.
5. Numerous signs are posted throughout the Fitness Center reminding Members to clean their equipment before and after use.
6. Cleaning solution is available everywhere you’d expect them to be.
7. Towels used to clean equipment are replaced frequently throughout the day.
8. Hand sanitizer is available at every water fountain.
9. Flu shots are provided every Fall season.
10. Group Exercise Instructors (e.g., Yoga and Spinning), as well as Personal Trainers, remind Members to clean their equipment after use.
If you suspect your club is more of an incubator of germs than good health, tell them! If they still don’t respond, then join me at The Denver Athletic Club!
DAC | trainsmart October 6, 2009
By Chris Dunham, October 15, 2009 @ 7:41 am
Dear Scott Posten,
Thank you and the DAC for this excellent new blog! I have learned alot in just a few postings. Keep up the great work and service to humanity.
By Scott Poston, October 15, 2009 @ 7:51 pm
Mr Dunham,
Any other topics, specifically, you want to see addressed?
You’re welcome! And thanks for the comment. I’ll keep up the compelling work, but I do it for the children
By joenavarro, November 24, 2009 @ 9:35 am
Mr (Poston),
I’m quite impressed with what you guys are doing at the DAC to keep it clean. I know none of the gyms in my area, Southwest FL, are taking things as serious as you are. Have you ever looked into using Titanium Dioxide coatings? They create self cleaning surfaces, effective against viruses, bacteria and mold. One coating would last at least two years and it is a great fit for health clubs. Check out our website, we have a video of a treadmill test on the homepage. Keep up the great work!
Joe Navarro
By Scott Poston, November 24, 2009 @ 1:04 pm
Thanks Joe,
What’s your website? Sounds very interesting!