Sarah Protzman Howlett, contributing writer

contributing writer

Sarah Protzman Howlett is a freelance writer and editor living in Boulder, Colorado, whose work has appeared in national, trade and local magazines. She has been a Club Industry contributor since 2013.

Sarah’s Recent activity

Is It Time to Unbundle Your Membership?

Jul 21, 2014

Clubs both domestically and abroad are offering more lower-cost base memberships and replacing lost revenue by focusing on personal training packages and premium offerings to boost their bottom lines.

Health Club Owners Feel Trepidation over Minimum Wage Hike

Mar 10, 2014

A proposed federal minimum wage increase to $10.10 could hit some club owners in the pocketbook, causing some to decrease benefits or merit-based raises, not fill open positions or even reconsider expanding.

Budget Cuts Have Slowed Military Equipment Sales, Have Had Little Effect on Military Fitness Facility Operations

Nov 01, 2013

Military fitness facilities have been largely unaffected by the recent federal budget cuts and government shutdown, but efforts to minimize spending have led to slow sales for equipment manufacturers.

Children's Fitness Centers Expanding Their Mission, Becoming More Important during Youth Obesity Epidemic

Sep 01, 2013

In an effort to combat childhood obesity, certifying organizations and children's fitness centers are exploring new ways to keep kids healthy.

Traditional Equipment Manufacturers Keep Up with Functional Trends Using Technology, Research

Jul 01, 2013

Equipment manufacturers are incorporating technology and offering programming to stay relevant as functional training gains popularity.

Recent Accessories Sector Acquisitions Bolster Growth

Jun 01, 2013

Several familiar names in the accessories sector are growing their brands' reach as members become more interested in incorporating accessories into their workouts.

Owners Can Help Prevent Potential Injuries and Litigation in Their Clubs

May 01, 2013

Industry experts note several areas where club owners could be stepping into legal entanglements.

Health Clubs with Corporate Fitness Programs Aim to Provide Participants Better Testing and Assessments

Apr 01, 2013

Employers who are continuing to incentivize their employees to join health clubs are looking more and more toward assessments and testing to ensure their investments are contributing to a healthier workforce.

More Teens Striving for Muscles Creates New Programming Opportunities for Health Clubs

Feb 01, 2013

In the past, health club owners have typically focused their teen programs on sports-specific training, but to capitalize on revenue opportunities within the trend of teens pursuing muscles, the health club industry...

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