Things are coming together on the expo floor back at the convention center...

Registration is open at AB Show 2017 in Orlando. If you haven't already, be sure to sign up for your free expo pass.

It might have been pre-show Wednesday but that doesn't mean AB Show guests were allowed to slack. Those that attended an architecture session geared towards workshopping the facility design process were treated to a special hands-on experience. Those present were split into teams that competed to design a model facility. Each team had to justify, program, plan, design and present their facility for judgment by their peers. Participants discussed the proposed project, including budget limitations, what building components best serve their constituents, site constraints, and sustainable design strategies. The session was presented by Stephen DeHekker, Erik Kocher and Dan Sullivan, all of Hastings+Chivetta.

The rapid growth of the aging population (age 50+) presents unprecedented opportunity for the fitness professional who understands how to train these clients effectively. This comprehensive and innovative certification program was aimed at those that want to become experts in functional fitness for mature adults.

This interactive workshop offered participants the tools and skills necessary to implement functional training techniques, strategies and movements that are important to aging clientele. They also learned to conduct meaningful functional assessments, as well as how to develop effective exercise programs.