Pump Some Iron, Then Some Hand Sanitizer

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/booster_shots/2009/10/while-at-the-gym-the-other-morning-we-noticed-a-sizeable-bottle-of-hand-sanitzer-where-none-had-been-before-while-our-gym-al.html

“While at the gym the other morning we noticed a sizable bottle of hand sanitizer where none had been before. While our gym always stocks disinfectant cleaner and paper towels with which to wipe down machines, the sanitizer was something new, and we couldn't help question if it was a pre-emptive strike against the H1N1 flu, or even the seasonal flu, for that matter. Wondering if other gyms were concerned with the spread of flu germs, we called Nanette Pattee Francini, president and founder of the Sports Club/LA, who said that although hand sanitizer has been available to members for years, trainers have recently been advised to use it, and have clients use it after every workout. ‘We've had it in the gym for years because it's a smart idea,’ she says. ‘With the trainers, we explained that it's good to get into the habit. And we're definitely asking any team member who is feeling sick to please stay home. But I haven't noticed anybody sniffling and sneezing at the club.’”