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Push-ups, 'The New Fitness Nirvana'

Published in Healthcare Mergers, Acquisitions and Ventures Week, March 29th, 2008

"Move over yoga, your competition has finally arrived," says Ted Skup, the new Dalai Lama of fitness. When it comes to harmonizing the body, mind and spirit, push-ups (not yoga) are fast becoming the fitness nirvana of choice. With some yoga instructors now charging $2,500 for a 30-day workout program, it's no wonder people are looking for a cheaper alternative -- like free! "Why should I pay some yogi $2,500 to help me become more flexible when I could go to Toys 'R' Us and buy the Twister game for $13.95'" laughs Skup. Right hand on red, left foot on blue.

"We have the making of a new cult following, gravitating towards push- ups," says the new fitness Dalai and...

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