SAINT PAUL, MN, March 14, 2005 – The New Leaf Health & Fitness unit of Angeion Corporation (Nasdaq: ANGN–News) today announced it has signed an agreement to supply metabolic measurement technology and products to Equinox Fitness Clubs.
The New Leaf Active Metabolic Training™ System takes a scientific picture of an individual’s metabolism both at rest and during exercise. The technology can measure the number of calories a person can eat each day without gaining weight and determine exactly how hard they need to exercise to reach personal fitness goals. The ten-minute exercise assessment is easily performed on any cardio equipment in the club such as a treadmill, bike, or elliptical machine. Exhaled air is analyzed for oxygen and carbon dioxide while monitoring heart rate during exercise. The result is a personalized profile of the fuels (fats and carbohydrates) and calories burned along with the person’s level of aerobic fitness, anaerobic threshold and peak oxygen capacity. These personal metabolic markers are key to creating truly customized exercise and dietary programs that assist club members in achieving their weight management, health and fitness, or athletic performance goals.
“We see the New Leaf Active Metabolic Training™ System impacting our personal training, nutrition and customized sports performance programs in a very powerful way. We look forward to a mutually rewarding relationship through the synergies between our two products,” said David Harris, Director of Personal Training, of Equinox Fitness Clubs. “We’re excited to provide our members with a complete personal training program based on the New Leaf product and the expertise of our elite trainers. As awareness of the features and benefits of the New Leaf’s addition grows within our customer base, we anticipate expanding it to each of our facilities.” Harris concluded.
“It is a tremendous endorsement of our New Leaf technology and its ability to deliver real results and true health to be selected as a partner by Equinox Fitness Clubs, a leader in the fitness industry with a strong array of programs and services available for its members,” said Rodney Young, Angeion’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “We’re anticipating a long and mutually beneficial relationship with Equinox Fitness Clubs and its members.”
About Angeion Corporation
Founded in 1986, Angeion Corporation acquired Medical Graphics Corporation (http://www.medgraphics.com) in December 1999. Medical Graphics develops, manufactures and markets non-invasive cardiorespiratory diagnostic systems for the management and improvement of the heart and lung health. The company has also introduced a line of health and fitness products, many of which are derived from Medical Graphics’ products and patented technologies. These products, marketed under the New Leaf Health and Fitness brand (http://www.newleaf-online.com) help consumers effectively manage their weight and improve their fitness. They are marketed to the consumer primarily through health and fitness clubs, personal training studios and other exercise facilities. For more information, about Angeion, visit http://www.angeion-ir.com.
About Equinox Holdings, Inc.
Equinox operates upscale, full-service fitness clubs. The Company offers an integrated selection of Equinox-branded programs, services and products that help its members get results. The Company offers strength and cardio training, group fitness classes, and specialized programs and services, including personal training, spa services and products, apparel and food/juice bars. Many of the programs and services have been recognized as among the best in the industry by Allure, Elle, Fitness, GQ, New York magazine and others. The Company operates 23 fitness clubs and is headquartered in New York City, NY. (www.equinoxfitness.com)
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