Augie Nieto (born Augustine L. Nieto II in 1958) is the founder and retired chief executive of Life Fitness and the chairman of Octane Fitness. He and his wife, Lynne live in Carona Del Mar, California and have four children.
In September 2005, he received the fitness industries top honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award.
He is noted for fighting against ALS by creating "Augie's Quest", which he started by teaming with the Muscular Dystrophy Assoc...
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Augie Nieto (born Augustine L. Nieto II in 1958) is the founder and retired chief executive of Life Fitness and the chairman of Octane Fitness. He and his wife, Lynne live in Carona Del Mar, California and have four children.
In September 2005, he received the fitness industries top honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award.
He is noted for fighting against ALS by creating "Augie's Quest", which he started by teaming with the Muscular Dystrophy Association after his diagnosis. "Augie's Quest" has raised over $30 million dollars in funds for research into the disease.
In March 2005, Augie was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Despite the limitations of the disease, Augie continues to lead an active life. Drawing strength from his family, friends and a flood of supportive e-mails, Augie maintains a positive attitude. After diagnosis, he endured an initial bout of despair. He quickly rebounded though and teamed with the Muscular...
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