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NEWS RELEASE

Fitness Together North County’s Richard Muscio Receives
Fred Finley Award

Local Philanthropist and Fitness Ambassador is Honored for Commitment to
San Diego’s Race Programs

San Diego, Calif. – June 8, 2007 – Last night, Fitness Together North County (FTNC) kicked off the summer by hosting a “Fit Happy Hour” for clients, local residents, partners and a variety of fitness-minded individuals in the community.  As part of the evening’s festivities, FTNC Co-owner Richard Muscio was presented with the Fred Finley Memorial Award from Kathy Kinane, president of Kinane Events.  

Established in 2000, the Fred Finley Memorial Award was created by Rick Kozlowski and the coalition of San Diego County Race Directors, to honor the efforts of local community volunteers who have made a significant impact on races in San Diego County.  Fred Finley supported the local San Diego race directors from 1984 until 2000, and had a major influence on the success and growth of running and multi-sports programs in San Diego.

In addition to being an owner of FTNC and an avid runner and athlete, Richard Muscio has made substantial contributions to a variety of running initiatives throughout San Diego. Most recently, Muscio’s involvement with North County’s largest first-time running event on Thanksgiving Day, the O’side Turkey Trot, helped secure close to 2,300 runners and walkers – in its first year. Designed to generate funds to support fitness programs at Oceanside schools, the O’side Turkey Trot expects to double in attendance this year, as well as raise more than $20,000. 

“Richard exemplifies everything that this award represents,” said Kathy Kinane, president of Kinane Events and producer of the O’side Turkey Trot.  “His passion for fitness and running in particular, combined with his ongoing commitment to support programs that benefit others, has helped generate so many exciting opportunities for our community to establish fit and healthy lifestyles.”

FTNC has two locations: La Costa and Shadowridge (Vista).  Both private training studios offer customized fitness programs and personal attention, tailored to suit each client’s unique needs and goals. 
 
In addition to offering 1-on-1 personal training sessions for its clients, FTNC also provides a variety of special programs, such as:

• Walk / Run Training Programs: Walkers and runners of all levels can train safely and effectively to reach their health goals and participate in major race events such as the O’side Turkey Trot!
• FTNC Boot Camp:  Weekly cardio workout classes hosted by FTNC’s trainers, that incorporate a rigorous combination of exercises based on actual military training. 
• Trish’s Saturday Adventure Series: FTNC Trainer Trish Barney leads weekly 1-hour outdoor jaunts around North County for individuals interested in taking their cardio outside to challenge and change-up their regular workout routines.  Only $5 for FTNC clients and $10 for everyone else!
• ‘Fit Happy Hour’ Events for fitness-minded locals to mingle and share tips and strategies on a variety of health-related topics.
• Tailored Fitness Training & Lifestyle Management Programs for pre- and post-pregnancy, weight loss, injury rehabilitation, sport-specific training, flexibility, posture improvement, weight gain, core strength, senior fitness, etc.
• Corporate Fitness Programs designed to support employers in their commitment to promote health among employees

FT North County offers its clients all the benefits of a full-service gym, with the individual attention and support of a personal trainer who designs a fitness regime to match their specific goals.  FT North County’s private studio and certified personal trainers support aspiring athletes who are hoping to increase their endurance, to new mothers who need post-surgery exercise care, to local golfers wanting to improve their performance on the green.  FT North County provides the feel of a neighborhood small business, with the backing of a tried and true personal training regime that is the program of choice for thousands across the nation. 

About Fitness Together
Fitness Together is a training organization that understands the importance of helping clients along their journey to reach their health and fitness goals – whatever they might be.  Founded in 1994, Fitness Together is the largest personal training organization in the world.  

Founded in the belief that what works for one person may not work for another, FT North County is dedicated to providing individualized training plans that are tailored specifically to meet each client’s needs.  The program is not simply about a weight loss “fix”, but rather an opportunity for a client to join a partnership with a team of trainers who will understand their goals, challenges and provide exercise recommendations that will change their life for the better.  For more information about FT North County and its variety of programs, please visit www.ftnorthcounty.com or call 760-734-4FIT (4348).

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