Virgin Active launches state-of-the-art Health and Fitness club in Twickenham Stadium’s new South Stand

London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/30/2009 -- Virgin Active, the UK's most innovative and exciting health club brand opened its 72nd club on October 1st with the unveiling of its new site in Twickenham Stadium's new South Stand. As part of the stadium development already taking place, Virgin Active Classic Twickenham provides an exclusive and dynamic fitness destination to sit alongside other new facilities including a 156 bedroom Marriott hotel, conference and banqueting facilities, a performing arts centre, a Rugby store and new office accommodation.

Members of the Virgin Active Classic Twickenham can experience style, space, luxury and sophisticated fitness technology through state of the art equipment, an industry leading Personal Training programme and unique offerings such as a three-storey 50ft climbing wall and exhilarating studio classes such as Zumba Dance – a hot new trend from Miami, all designed to lead you towards a healthier lifestyle and relax in a completely exclusive environment.

In addition to the three dedicated studios, created to cater specifically for mind body, indoor cycling (with 34 Star Trac NXT bikes) and general aerobic/conditioning, the gym area offers a selection of exciting options:

* Power Plate Zone: Power Plate® machines to enhance and increase muscle strength and flexibility, burn fat and encourage better core conditioning and stability.
* Trixter X Dream Biking Zone: The UK's first indoor interactive bike that accurately simulates the experience of riding outdoors.
* Star Trac E-Spinner Bikes: Highly advanced spin bikes which bring the indoor cycling class to the gym floor.
* TRX Suspension Training Zone: TRX Suspension Training system builds and develops strength, balance, flexibility and whole body strength for people of all fitness levels.
* Kettlebell Zone: A zone featuring these traditional Russian cast iron weights that looks like a cannon ball with a handle – the ultimate conditioning tool

Other offerings include a large free weights area including Technogym Pure Strength, a full suite of the latest Technogym cardio and resistance equipment including brand new Vario variable stride machines, functional zones, dedicated stretch zones with Technogym flexibility machines, Star Trac Human Sport functional cable resistance equipment and a luxurious 20m UV treated swimming pool with refreshing spa, steam and sauna facilities. The club will also feature a relaxing cafe bar area with free Wi-Fi access to members as part of an interactive zone.

Virgin Active also brings its highly regarded children's club to Twickenham in the form of Club-V, specially designed for younger members from 6 weeks right through to 15 years of age and dedicated to first-class child care and educational play, fitness and entertainment.

Peter Brennan, Managing Director for Virgin Active, says of the new club "We are delighted about the new Virgin Active Classic Twickenham and are really excited to be a part of one of the UK's most celebrated sports stadiums. We're bringing the best fitness equipment in the world to this prestigious sporting space in a club that will deliver on every level. We're also pleased to be able to offer fitness solutions for all ages and will be working especially hard to get families to use the health club together."

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Choosing the right Dummy Security Camera is important for full effectiveness

London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/29/2009 -- While a Dummy Security Camera can offer both an effective crime deterrent and appealing cash savings compared to real CCTV, leading security providers such as Crime Prevention Products stress the need for consumers to find the right product for their particular needs. If a person or business resides in a high risk crime area for example, it is best not to cut corners too much and install both real and dummy CCTV.

For many properties however, a Dummy Security Camera will be sufficient to keep opportunistic criminals at bay – in most cases they will simply move on to less secure targets rather than take the risk of getting caught on camera. At a fraction of the price of real CCTV, not to mention removing the trouble of keeping taped recordings, this type of protection is an attractive solution for peace of mind.

There are other factors though to consider when choosing the right Dummy Security Camera. Firstly, while there are ultra cheap products on the market, buying one that looks obviously fake will be a waste of money. Ideally, consumers should choose to buy from respected companies who offer products that are built in real CCTV Camera casings (or 'housings'), so that they are unrecognisable from the real thing even to the experienced criminal.

Terry Rattee, owner of Crime Prevention Products says, 'Having been involved in the security industry for many years, we try to guide and encourage customers not only to opt for the protection that fits their individual circumstances best, but also to buy the kind of quality that will reliably keep them safe.'

When choosing a Dummy Security Camera, buyers are well advised to take the following into consideration to make sure they get the right product:

1. Dummy Camera's built with a flashing light draw a criminal's attention to the fact that they are present and in operation.
2. Most decoy camera's come with false cable connected to them to look more authentic, some of these can be fitted by the supplier into a conduit, completing their realism.
3. If a property already has real CCTV, it is best to ask the supplier to match the Dummy Security Camera to them in appearance as much as possible.
4. Owners of real CCTV cameras are required by law to give notice to the public via warning signs that they are being monitored. Thus it is a good mark of authenticity to purchase these warning signs – not only could their absence be a giveaway to criminals, in many cases offenders will not even venture into a property if they see them.
5. The placement and type of Dummy Security Camera is important, since there are different types available for indoor and outdoor use. For example, if a person has high ceilings in their home or office they should consider a Dome style camera. There are even internal quality dummy cameras that are motorised and will sweep through 180 degrees, making it look as if the camera is watching a complete area of view. For larger outdoor areas such as large buildings, storage yards or car parks, then the use of a larger professional model is called for.

Terry Rattee of Crime Prevention Products concludes, 'Whether for the home or office, with care and forethought you can implement a Dummy CCTV Camera System that will offer effective protection without hurting your pocket.'

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