TORRANCE, CA. | MAY 9, 2014 – The Dumbell Man’s own Ron Haddad celebrated his 80th birthday today. The day also marked Ron’s sixty five years of service in the health and fitness industry. The Dumbell Man staff was treated to a few of Ron’s favorite stories of a career defined by humility and professionalism.
It all started in 1949 when Ron’s began working with Bert Goodrich (the first Mr. America) at his gym in Hollywood. After serving four years in the Air Force Ron started work at the Vic Tanny Gyms, serving as a trainer and manager. During the 1960’s Ron continued as a manger and trainer at the International Health Club in Los Angeles where many athletes and celebrities trained. Ron shared a story of helping a guest with a workout one afternoon; his name was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
During this time Ron became known as “The Music Master of Muscle Beach” when he pioneered using the art of body building and music. Ron provided posing sound tracks for the biggest names in Venice Beach; Dave Draper, Frank Zane, Franco Colombo and Arnold Schwarzenegger. After a neck injury cut his own career short Ron applied his fitness knowledge in a new field, commercial exercise equipment sales.
Nothing teaches like experience and since 1983 Ron Haddad has worked with clients from a variety of markets; from hotels, multi-family developers and health clubs to personal trainers, active adult communities and employee wellness facilities. When he’s not at his desk you might find Ron visiting old friends from “Gold’s Gym” or helping his church with a local charity. Thank you to Ron Haddad for his 65 years of service to health and wellness, and helping make our business make a difference.
To hear more stories or send any well wishes please e-mail Ron at: rhaddad@dumbellman.com
Thank you Ron Haddad…
/in Company Updates, Latest News /by MGarveyTORRANCE, CA. | MAY 9, 2014 – The Dumbell Man’s own Ron Haddad celebrated his 80th birthday today. The day also marked Ron’s sixty five years of service in the health and fitness industry. The Dumbell Man staff was treated to a few of Ron’s favorite stories of a career defined by humility and professionalism.
It all started in 1949 when Ron’s began working with Bert Goodrich (the first Mr. America) at his gym in Hollywood. After serving four years in the Air Force Ron started work at the Vic Tanny Gyms, serving as a trainer and manager. During the 1960’s Ron continued as a manger and trainer at the International Health Club in Los Angeles where many athletes and celebrities trained. Ron shared a story of helping a guest with a workout one afternoon; his name was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
During this time Ron became known as “The Music Master of Muscle Beach” when he pioneered using the art of body building and music. Ron provided posing sound tracks for the biggest names in Venice Beach; Dave Draper, Frank Zane, Franco Colombo and Arnold Schwarzenegger. After a neck injury cut his own career short Ron applied his fitness knowledge in a new field, commercial exercise equipment sales.
Nothing teaches like experience and since 1983 Ron Haddad has worked with clients from a variety of markets; from hotels, multi-family developers and health clubs to personal trainers, active adult communities and employee wellness facilities. When he’s not at his desk you might find Ron visiting old friends from “Gold’s Gym” or helping his church with a local charity. Thank you to Ron Haddad for his 65 years of service to health and wellness, and helping make our business make a difference.
To hear more stories or send any well wishes please e-mail Ron at: rhaddad@dumbellman.com
The Beach Cities Health District Center for Health & Fitness
/in Featured Install /by MGarveyThe Dumbell Man Fitness Equipment® (TDM) worked with management and the fitness staff in the development of a long term plan for new flooring, equipment upgrades and programing to specifically serve the needs of an expanding membership. The facility offers residents a variety of new cardio options including the Cybex Arc Trainer, SCIFIT Recumbent Stepper and Concept II Rower. TDM also installed new PAVI flooring and handled the entire equipment move overnight.
Cindy Foster, CHF General Manager stated, “Baby Boomers make up the majority of our membership because of the unique offerings at CHF. The response to the new machines has been 99% positive and THAT says a lot!”
For more information on the Center for Health & Fitness visit: www.beachcitiesgym.org
Trailside Terrace
/in Featured Install /by Justin OConnorThe Dumbell Man Supports Los Angeles Fire Department
/in Community Involvement, Latest News /by MGarveyTDM joined fitness expert and Ms. Olympia champion Cory Everson in coordinating the install and developing the exercise program for the station and cadet program. Young men and women ages 14 through 20 from all areas of the community participate in fire department training activities, meetings, and exercise programs to ready them for a career in fire service.
This program develops character and leadership qualities in a friendly and professional setting. The new exercise equipment with help provide a sample of the physical conditioning required. The program provides youth with positive adult and peer role models in a safe and supervised environment.
Cory Everson stated, “Team Dumbell Man was did not hesitate to help. The donation of their equipment and time was greatly appreciated.”
For more information, please visit www.lafd.org
The Dumbell Man Supports Cancer Support
/in Community Involvement, Latest News /by MGarveyThe local charity provides free support group programs to cancer patients and their loved ones. The 25 year old organization serves patients and families through education and outreach programs.
In the past three years, TEAM DUMBELL MAN has helped raise over $25,000 with the creation of the Pink 100 fitness events using the PINK Cybex brand Treadmill and Arc Trainer. Michael Garvey, President stated, “Team Dumbell Man was proud to sponsor and participate in this event supporting our customer and our community.”
For more information, please visit www.bcrfcure.org