The Citizen (Gauteng)

FIBO Africa befits all

EXPO: LATEST GYM EQUIPMENT AND GEAR, TALES OF TRANSFORMA­TION, NUTRITION TIPS

- To plan a day at FIBO Africa visit fibosa.co.za/

Go to free group exercise classes or introduce your child to a fitness lifestyle.

If there’s one place to be this weekend it’s the Ticketpro Dome for the first ever FIBO Global Fitness Africa. Even if you’re more of a couch potato, there’s so much to do.

Here’s nine highlights to look forward to: – Citizen reporter 1. Learn something new:

Focusing on the latest technology and trends in the health and fitness world, FIBO Global Fitness Africa, which is presented by Dis-Chem pharmacies, is about action, power and passion.

Thousands will be enjoying fitness, clothing, shopping, nutrition, new equipment and exciting concepts. 2. Challenge yourself:

You can take part in a variety of free group exercise classes.

FIBO Africa has organised the A to Z of fitness, from aerobics to Zumba and everything in between. 3. Some inspiratio­n:

Who says healthy eating is boring? At the FitFood Kitchen you can find out all that there is to know about nutrition, superfoods and low carbohydra­te diets. Chefs will prepare food on stage while sharing their valuable knowledge. 4. Connect with other people: At the FitTalk theatre people who have transforme­d their lives through fitness will share their inspiring stories. 5. Workout on the latest equipment: Some of the biggest names in gym equipment are exhibiting at FIBO Africa.

They will showcase all types of machinery to maximise muscles and movement as well as the latest must-haves for commercial and home gyms. 6. Fun for children:

Focusing on getting kids started on the road to fitness, the FitKids Active Zone powered by Fizique is at your service. 7. The latest active wear:

The Jaybird Catwalk is the place to see the latest fitness apparel. 8. See top athletes in action: The MiFitness Games at FIBO Africa are a mixed team event that promises to be the standout fitness event of the year. 9 Meet the world’s strongest man: In partnershi­p with the Gauteng Tourism Authority, FIBO Africa is thrilled to welcome Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson to the festival. Not only does Hafþór (pronounced Half-Thor) wear the crown of the World`s Strongest Man, he is known as “The Mountain” in the HBO hit series, Game of Thrones.

You will be captivated by the range of exhibitors and activities from trendy, functional sportswear, equipment, innovative training techniques to nutrition and wellness treatments.

Biggest names in gym equipment exhibiting

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