The Fast Expo

Rockwall

The FAST Expo — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:35:42 +0000

The Pittsburgh FAST Expo is proud to partner with the National Guard once again. The giant rockwall will be a featured attraction at the 2012 Expo. For more info on the National Guard, please click the logo below.

Kid Sport Magazine

The FAST Expo — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:19:12 +0000

Getting Fit F.A.S.T.

By Ken Boysen | Fri, 05/20/2011 – 13:06

The Twelfth Annual Fitness and Sports Tour (F.A.S.T.) Expo is coming to the Monroeville Convention Center Memorial Day weekend, May 27th-28th, and includes a slew of activities the whole family can enjoy. Read on for more information.

It’s becoming an increasing trend among today’s youth: a teenager drops back to pass, reads the defense, and suddenly begins to run for his life from the all-out blitz coming at him. It looks like he is about to take a sack, when out of nowhere, his receiver dashes out across the middle of the field. The teen eludes the blitz and fires the ball to the receiver for the touchdown.
The crowd falls into a state of mass hysteria, but there’s just one problem: that teen is sitting on the couch in his living room, celebrating a TD in a game of Madden NFL.

The scenario described above has become almost as popular as the game of football itself, but an upcoming sports expo is hoping to buck that trend.

The Twelfth Annual Fitness and Sports Tour (FAST) Expo comes to the Monroeville Convention Center Memorial Day weekend, which includes a slew of activities the whole family can enjoy.

The marquee events include the World Teen Football Combine and the Kidz of Steel competition. The World Teen Football Combine, sponsored by NFL Hall-of-Famer Franco Harris, encourages youth from western Pennsylvania and its surrounding areas to compete in a variety of football-related workouts. Teens aged 13-19 can compete in events ranging from bench-pressing to tire flipping.

“It really is a showcase for the kids, and it gives recognition to them,” said Bill Viola, director of events for the FAST Expo. “ It creates a good sense of camaraderie.”

The other youth-centered activity for the weekend, the Kidz of Steel competition, is focused more on elementary-aged youth, but is open to all kids. Participants have 60 seconds to do the most push-ups, sit-ups and chin-ups possible.

“The events really promote and encourage kids to get out there and give their best effort,” Viola said.

In addition to the youth-focused events, a variety of other activities and vendors will seek to educate and promote healthy, active lifestyles.

With more kids becoming increasingly sedentary, Viola believes it’s important to get kids to think about getting out and having fun—which is what the FAST Expo is really all about.

“Coaches, teachers and parents see a lot of kids, and see this as a very inactive generation. We want to get these inactive kids out there, so they can get encouraged by role models, by peers, and be able to say that they gave their best effort and had fun,” Viola said.

The Fitness and Sports Tour Expo takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 27th-28th. The Kidz of Steel event takes place on the 27th, while the World Teen Football Combine takes places on the 28th. More information can be found at www.thefastexpo.com.

The FAST Expo

The FAST Expo — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:39:07 +0000

Memorial Day Weekend May 25-26th Monroeville Convention Center. The media has dubbed The FAST Expo as a “One stop shop for everything fitness.” The expo showcases the latest fitness products, exercise equipment, sports gear, clothing, nutritional supplements, health foods, and cutting edge cosmetic advancements.

Health and wellness consultations are available with industry professionals and onsite evaluations are presented by doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, and natural health experts. The FAST Expo collaborates with health professionals and educators on comprehensive and sustainable approaches to preventing and reducing serious health problems from both conventional medical and holistic approaches. The expo provides spectators the opportunity to participate in workouts, seminars, certification courses, competitions, and challenges.

The general public can meet & greet with celebrities, professional athletes, Olympic champions, and fitness icons. The expo highlights sports performance athletes, strength competitors, and fitness experts though a multitude of athletic skills competitions and world class sport championships.

FITNESS AND SPORTS TOUR (FAST):

The Fitness And Sports Tour campaign is dedicated to promoting healthy active lifestyles through a full scale interactive consumer expo. The event is Pittsburgh’s most established fitness expo, celebrating its 13th annual season attracting thousands of fitness enthusiasts and health conscious consumers from across the country. The multifaceted expo is surrounded by “non-stop action” playing host to simultaneous championships, competitions, and demonstrations in one expansive area for spectators to enjoy. The audience is one of the most diverse (demographic & geographic) in the fitness industry attracting fans from over 15 different sports. The prestigious Kumite Classic brand is synonymous with athletic excellence.

WHY EXHIBIT:

If your target audience is health conscious fitness enthusiasts, than look no further! The 13th annual Kumite Classic is Pittsburgh’s largest and most established fitness expo, targeting a multi-billion dollar health and fitness industry. The FAST Expo offers maximum exposure into the most popular year round fitness and sports trends in America. The family oriented weekend is a very cost effective way to impact people from all walks of life. Over the past decade, our teams of professionals have paved the way for thousands of people to pursue healthy active lifestyles, building a loyal fan base! The multifaceted expo is surrounded by “non-stop action” playing host to simultaneous championships, competitions, and demonstrations all in one expansive area. The unique concept provides advertising opportunities within an untapped market. The FAST Expo is the only event of its kind in the Pittsburgh region providing the best opportunity to reach your target audience.

NATIONAL AWARENESS:

May is National Physical Fitness & Sports Month an initiative developed by The President’s Council on Physical Fitness in Sports. The expo collaborates with corporate leaders in an effort to help build a healthier strong community. The FAST Expo brings national awareness to many health related concerns and issues including the growing problem of childhood obesity! The events emphasize the importance of regular physical activity and healthy choices by featuring, “Kidz of Steel” a non-profit partnership program with Western PA Police Athletic League

2012 Memorial Day Weekend

The FAST Expo — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:14:17 +0000

The FAST Expo is bigger and better in 2012! Join us May 25-26^th at The Monroeville Convention Center for Pittsburgh’s most established fitness expo. The media has dubbed The FAST Expo as a “One stop shop for everything fitness.” The expo showcases the latest fitness products, exercise equipment, sports gear, clothing, nutritional supplements, health foods, and cutting edge cosmetic advancements.

The Fitness And Sports Tour campaign is dedicated to promoting healthy active lifestyles through a full scale interactive consumer expo. The event is Pittsburgh’s most established fitness expo, celebrating its 13^th annual season attracting thousands of fitness enthusiasts and health conscious consumers from across the country. The multifaceted expo is surrounded by “non-stop action” playing host to simultaneous championships, competitions, and demonstrations in one expansive area for spectators to enjoy. The audience is one of the most diverse (demographic & geographic) in the fitness industry attracting fans from over 15 different sports. The prestigious Kumite Classic brand is synonymous with athletic excellence.

Royce Gracie

Kumite Classic — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 03:59:39 +0000

UFC Legend Royce Gracie will be hosting a seminar Friday May 25th 2012 @ The Kumite Classic. Contact 724-861-5162 to reserve a spot. Space is limited and will sell out. More info.

City of Champions

Kumite Classic — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 03:10:07 +0000

The Champions Association presented the 36th Annual Pittsburgh M.V.P. awards at the Willie Stargell Memorial Awards Banquet, Monday December 5th. The distinguished ceremony honors industry leaders and professional athletes who are making a difference in the community.

North Huntington resident Bill Viola Sr. received the “Pittsburgh M.V.P.” award for his work as a Mixed Martial Arts pioneer. Viola co-founded CV Productions in 1979, a company which is credited with creating a new sport, known today as mixed martial arts.. The award brought recognition to the city of Pittsburgh and the Western PA region celebrating the true birthplace of modern Mixed Martial Arts in the United States. Most fight fans had believed that the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) established the first mixed martial arts competitions, however Viola and his partner Frank Caliguri actually developed the sport in 1979. They promoted 10 competitions across Pennsylvania in 1980 until the State Legislature banned mixed martial arts with the passage of SENATE BILL No. 632 Session 1983. The Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum of the Heinz History Center in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institute unveiled an exhibit on June 23rd 2011 to document Viola’s role in developing mixed martial arts in America. Dr. Fred Adams of Penn State University is currently writing a new book the history of Mixed Martial Arts that will chronicle Viola and Caliguri’s creation.

Over the past thirty years, The Willie Stargell Banquet has attracted some of the countries most prolific figures including basketball legend Michael Jordan and World Boxing Champion Muhammad Ali. Viola was honored to be recognized with such an elite alumni. Viola said, “Pittsburgh is known as the City of Champions and now they can have pride that the fastest growing sport in the World (MMA), was started here as well.” Dr. Fred Adams of Penn State University is currently writing a new book the history of Mixed Martial Arts that will chronicle Viola and Caliguri’s creation.

Other distinguished guests and honorees at the 2011 banquet included Pittsburgh County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Judge Dwayne Woodruff just to name a few. The event was co-sponsored by The Hillman Foundation and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The banquet was hosted by Champion Enterprises founder Bill Neal, who has dedicated his life to community service. Proceeds from the event support a Christmas Toy drive for underprivileged kids in Pittsburgh.

Health & Wellness

Bill Viola — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 21:30:14 +0000

Its a fitness expo, health expo, wellness expo, sports expo and martial arts expo all in one!

Keep your feet happy

Bill Viola — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 21:27:35 +0000

Not only do Zeko Shoes look good and feel great, they are great water shoes too. Whether you’re boating, kayaking, fishing or whatever your outdoor sport is, Zeko shoes dry quick and they’re lightweight. They don’t retain water either. The unique vented sole design allows water to run right out. Plus it doubles as a vent to keep your feet cool and comfortable.

No Limits

Bill Viola — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 21:36:10 +0000

Worn by top professional and amateur athletes alike, PowerFX Bands are Silicone Bands with Holograms that are Frequency charged. These Frequencies work the natural energy field in the body to provide balance, strength, flexibility, energy, endurance, and other benefits to bring your body up to its peak performance level. PowerFX Bands come in over 50 different styles and colors, and 5 sizes; extra small, small, medium, large and extra large.

Natural Snacks

The FAST Expo — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 21:26:31 +0000

The crowd loved the all natural nutritious snacks they were sampling! Savanna Orchards was big hit at the FAST Expo. Order healthy snacks today at http://www.savannaorchards.com/

Living a healthy lifestyle is not just about how fast you can run, but how long you can stay in the race. Savanna Orchards offers many healthy options that can keep up with your active lifestyle; whether you want an all-natural snack, an athletic performance snack, or snacks that adhere to the Paleo lifestyle. Savanna Orchards will keep you motivated on your road to fitness, and stay with you every step of the way.