Gilad Janklowicz, legendary Bodies in Motion fitness coach, dies at 71 Gilad Janklowicz, the iconic fitness coach known for his televised workout programs and his role in shaping the home-fitness movement, has passed away at the age of 71. Janklowicz, who resided in Hawaii, was recently engaged in advanced discussions with Sport 5, an Israeli television network, to develop new fitness content for American audiences. The project aimed to highlight Israel’s natural landscapes while featuring Israeli women participating in workouts, mirroring the format of his earlier programs. Filming was set to commence in October, marking a potential comeback for the fitness icon. Janklowicz’s career began in high school, where he excelled in track and field, eventually becoming Israel’s decathlon champion and record holder. His athletic achievements led to a stint as a fitness officer in the Israeli military. In 1976, he relocated to California with aspirations of competing in the Olympics, but a severe Achilles tendon injury in 1978 derailed his Olympic dreams. This setback redirected his path, prompting him to pursue film studies at UCLA while teaching fitness classes at Los Angeles studios. This dual focus laid the foundation for his future success in both fitness instruction and media. By the 1980s, Janklowicz had become a prominent figure in the televised workout era, renowned for his dynamic approach to fitness. His most celebrated program, Bodies in Motion, launched in 1983 and was filmed against the scenic backdrop of Hawaii. The show’s success extended beyond the United States, with broadcasts on Sport 5 in Israel becoming a cornerstone of the country’s home-fitness culture during the 1980s and 1990s.#hawaii #gilad_janklowicz #bodies_in_motion #sport_5 #masada
