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5 Editor’s letter

The inactivity agenda

The new Sport England strategy is a huge triumph for ukactive, and an equally significant opportunity for the fitness sector, says Kate Cracknell

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11 Letters

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René Hanschke of eGym considers the growing need for suppliers to become data consultants

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12 People profile

Zanna van Dijk

The PT turned online personality on the new art of social media 'influencing'

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14 People profile

Peter Phillips

The Queen's grandson is on a mission to make Spartan Race a household name

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16 News round-up

New Russian chain Encore Fitness to open flagship club, Bannatyne edges closer to an IPO, fitness sector “to grow 300 per cent” – and 1Rebel unveils plans for a London bus with a group cycling studio onboard

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24 UK new Feature

Cycling in bus lanes

1Rebel is planning its own spin on active commuting with cycling studios on London buses. So what’s the consensus on this eye-catching new idea?

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30 Promotional feature

payasUgym

payasUgym’s new Partner Portal offers data and insight to help operators become more competitive in the marketplace

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33 Events calendar

A round-up of key upcoming events in the health and fitness calendar

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34 Interview - David Stalker

As the former CEO of ukactive is freed from the shackles of office, he offers his frank opinions on the fitness sector

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40 Beating diabetes

Talking point

Diabetes, Oliver Patrick, Jenny Patrickson, John Morgan, Nikki Joule, Neil King, NHS, Kath Hudson

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44 Interview - Annie Holden

Annie Holden, Everyone Health, preventative, prevention, Everyone Active, public health, Kate Cracknell

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48 Virtual classes

Proof in numbers

Attendance is sky-high at Les Mills’ latest club in New Zealand – and virtual classes are playing a starring role

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52 Fitness apps

A perfect match

Gym buddy apps are helping people find their perfect workout partner, so they’re more likely to stick with their routine

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54 Marketing

A visual experience

Do you know how to fully engage Millennials in your social media marketing? The experts share their advice

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On the cover | David Stalker: The former ukactive CEO casts a critical eye on the fitness sector p34

56 Promotional feature

Wattbike

Innovative Wattbike training zones are transforming studios and gym floors across the country

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58 European research

Growth market

The health club market has shown robust growth across Europe, according to new research from Deloitte and EuropeActive

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64 Software

Mine of information

New developments in data mining can help clubs unlock their ‘hidden wealth’

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68 Promotional feature

Legend

A look at how How Inverclyde Leisure has driven business transformation, cut costs and grown revenues

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70 Social good

Changing lives

Sentinel Leisure Trust’s innovative model sees its commercial arm driving revenue to keep its leisure offering affordable

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72 IHRSA update

Management education

The IHRSA Institute 2016 takes place in the US in August, offering executive education for health club professionals

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75 ukactive update

Brexit

Bad for Britain, bad for fitness? Steve Ward, executive director at ukactive, offers his thoughts on the upcoming referendum on Britain leaving the EU

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76 Promotional feature

Massage Heights

Could you lead the commoditisation of the spa industry in the UK? Massage Heights is looking for international expansion partners.

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78 FIBO launches

fitness-kit.net special

We take a look at some of the products and services that were unveiled at FIBO 2016 in Cologne, Germany, in April

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85 Supplier showcase

The Massage Company is preparing for its UK launch, and activeNewham explains its move to a self-service model

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92 Research

Buddy up

If men work out together at the gym it can have a positive impact on health, helping to relieve the stresses of the day, according to new research from the US

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Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group

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W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy

Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October. [more...]

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EP 2016 issue 6

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Magazine archive

5 Editor’s letter

The inactivity agenda

The new Sport England strategy is a huge triumph for ukactive, and an equally significant opportunity for the fitness sector, says Kate Cracknell

View in digital edition
View online

11 Letters

Write to reply

René Hanschke of eGym considers the growing need for suppliers to become data consultants

View in digital edition
View online

12 People profile

Zanna van Dijk

The PT turned online personality on the new art of social media 'influencing'

View in digital edition
View online

14 People profile

Peter Phillips

The Queen's grandson is on a mission to make Spartan Race a household name

View in digital edition
View online

16 News round-up

24 UK new Feature

Cycling in bus lanes

1Rebel is planning its own spin on active commuting with cycling studios on London buses. So what’s the consensus on this eye-catching new idea?

View in digital edition
View online

30 Promotional feature

payasUgym

payasUgym’s new Partner Portal offers data and insight to help operators become more competitive in the marketplace

View in digital edition

33 Events calendar

A round-up of key upcoming events in the health and fitness calendar

View in digital edition

34 Interview - David Stalker

As the former CEO of ukactive is freed from the shackles of office, he offers his frank opinions on the fitness sector

View in digital edition
View online

40 Beating diabetes

Talking point

Diabetes, Oliver Patrick, Jenny Patrickson, John Morgan, Nikki Joule, Neil King, NHS, Kath Hudson

View in digital edition
View online

44 Interview - Annie Holden

Annie Holden, Everyone Health, preventative, prevention, Everyone Active, public health, Kate Cracknell

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View online

48 Virtual classes

Proof in numbers

Attendance is sky-high at Les Mills’ latest club in New Zealand – and virtual classes are playing a starring role

View in digital edition
View online

52 Fitness apps

A perfect match

Gym buddy apps are helping people find their perfect workout partner, so they’re more likely to stick with their routine

View in digital edition
View online

54 Marketing

A visual experience

Do you know how to fully engage Millennials in your social media marketing? The experts share their advice

View in digital edition
View online

On the cover | David Stalker: The former ukactive CEO casts a critical eye on the fitness sector p34

56 Promotional feature

Wattbike

Innovative Wattbike training zones are transforming studios and gym floors across the country

View in digital edition
View online

58 European research

Growth market

The health club market has shown robust growth across Europe, according to new research from Deloitte and EuropeActive

View in digital edition
View online

64 Software

Mine of information

New developments in data mining can help clubs unlock their ‘hidden wealth’

View in digital edition
View online

68 Promotional feature

Legend

A look at how How Inverclyde Leisure has driven business transformation, cut costs and grown revenues

View in digital edition
View online

70 Social good

Changing lives

Sentinel Leisure Trust’s innovative model sees its commercial arm driving revenue to keep its leisure offering affordable

View in digital edition
View online

72 IHRSA update

Management education

The IHRSA Institute 2016 takes place in the US in August, offering executive education for health club professionals

View in digital edition
View online

75 ukactive update

Brexit

Bad for Britain, bad for fitness? Steve Ward, executive director at ukactive, offers his thoughts on the upcoming referendum on Britain leaving the EU

View in digital edition
View online

76 Promotional feature

Massage Heights

Could you lead the commoditisation of the spa industry in the UK? Massage Heights is looking for international expansion partners.

View in digital edition
View online

78 FIBO launches

fitness-kit.net special

We take a look at some of the products and services that were unveiled at FIBO 2016 in Cologne, Germany, in April

View in digital edition
View online

85 Supplier showcase

The Massage Company is preparing for its UK launch, and activeNewham explains its move to a self-service model

View in digital edition
View online

92 Research

Buddy up

If men work out together at the gym it can have a positive impact on health, helping to relieve the stresses of the day, according to new research from the US

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View online

LATEST NEWS

Active Oxfordshire secures £1.3 million to tackle shocking levels of inequality

Active Oxfordshire has received £1.3 million to tackle inactivity and inequality and launch a new programme for children.

Barry’s considers next investor move, as North Castle Partners looks to exit

Barry’s – known for its HIIT workouts combining treadmills and weights – is thought to be looking at strategic options, including taking on a new backer.

Providence Equity Partners takes control of VivaGym and its Fitness Hut brand

US private equity fund, Providence Equity Partners, is acquiring a majority stake in VivaGym from Bridges Fund Management, which will exit as a shareholder. Financial terms have not been disclosed.

Bannatyne has bounced back from the pandemic

The Bannatyne Group says it has officially bounced back from the pandemic, with both turnover and profits restored to pre-2020 levels in 2023, according to its year-end results.

Basic-Fit hints Spanish Holmes Place clubs might be sold

There is speculation that Basic Fit will sell the five Spanish Holmes Place clubs it has just acquired from RSG Group in a 47-club deal.

Nuffield Health calls for National Movement Strategy as research shows decline in fitness levels among some consumers

Nuffield Health’s fourth annual survey, the Healthier Nation Index, has found people moved slightly more in 2023 than 2022, but almost 75 per cent are still not meeting WHO guidelines.

Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise, finds new research

Short-term incentives for exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to sustained increases in activity according to new research.

RSG opens flagship John Reed in Berlin, as its builds out its 'world city' portfolio

With the launch of its 49th John Reed, RSG Group is looking for more opportunities for its high- end brand in the US and Europe, but is pausing UK expansion.

PureGym's new results set it up for accelerating growth

PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans to develop 200 new clubs in the next three to four years.

Deloitte says European health club market hit an all-time high for revenues in 2023

Following three disrupted lockdown years, the European fitness market bounced back in 2023, according to Deloitte and EuropeActive’s hot off the press European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024.

Workers' Educational Association and CLUK team up to launch Carbon Literacy Course

Community Leisure UK is helping the public sector’s drive to net zero with the launch of a bespoke Carbon Literacy course.

Circadian Trust invests in wellness to support its NHS partnerships

Operator Circadian Trust has launched a five-year growth drive designed to support health and wellbeing across South Gloucestershire, UK. The initiative will see a £2.4m investment in its five Active Lifestyle Centres.

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FEATURED SUPPLIERS

Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group

W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy

Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October. [more...]

+ More featured suppliers

COMPANY PROFILES

Precor

Precor has been a pioneer in delivering fitness experiences for commercial customers for more than 4 [more...]

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