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EP 2016 issue 8
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3 Editor’s letter

 Activity to save lives
Physical activity has been made a clinical priority for GPs, but if fitness – as a subset of activity – wants to benefit, it will need to up its game, says Kate Cracknell

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8 People profiles

 The Hairy Bikers
We talk to TV’s Hairy Bikers about their new Diet Club

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10 People profiles

 Dr William Bird
The outdoor exercise pioneer on the FLAME Award-winning Beat the Street

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12 People profiles

 Oleg Fomenko
The co-founder of Sweatcoin wants to turn movement into money

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15 Letters

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The importance of improving employees’ health and the effectiveness of HR training are topics up for discussion this month

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18 News round-up
Pure Gym postpones its IPO, and Pokémon GO takes the world by storm

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24 Uk news

 TRIB3 ships fitness into local parks
TRIB3 launches a new ‘gym in a container’ concept

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31 Events calendar
We take a look at some of the upcoming health and fitness industry events

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32 Interview - Steve Gray
Nuffield Health’s CEO tells Kate Cracknell about its plans to be the UK’s leading wellness provider by 2020

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36 Talking point

 300% growth
Is the prediction of explosive growth in the fitness industry over the next decade achievable with the help of technology?

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40 Meditation & mindfulness

 Free your mind
The practices of meditation and mindfulness have seen huge growth – and it’s time for health clubs to get on-board

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44 Promotional feature

 Virtuagym
Blended coaching models, combining in-person support with self-management via an app, boost retention, says Virtuagym

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46 Boutique studios

 Branching out
A growing number of traditional operators are dipping a toe in the boutique market

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52 Architecture & design

 An eye for design
Our latest round-up of exemplary design from health clubs around the world

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56 Interview - Craig Lister
The MD of Green Gym on his organisation’s belief in physical activity for a purpose

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60 Indoor cycling

 A new spin on things
A club-within-a-club is an exciting new trend offering opportunities for all parties

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On the cover | Steve Gray: Nuffield has ambitions to lead the UK wellness market, and mindfulness hits the mainstream
64 Mind-body

 Defying gravity
AntiGravity Yoga founder Christopher Harrison on his latest creations for personal trainers and massage therapists

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68 Personal training

 Making PT work out
What’s the right personal training set-up for your club and your trainers? We examine three popular models

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70 Promotional feature

 Wattbike
If you want to offer HIIT training in your health club, Wattbike is the perfect tool

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72 Heat experiences

 Accessible spas
Why aren’t more health club spas disability-friendly? We ask the experts

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77 ukactive update

 A shared mission
The workforce agenda is back on track, says public affairs director Huw Edwards

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78 Promotional feature

 Technogym
Technogym’s Skillmill puts power, speed, stamina and agility at the heart of training

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80 IHRSA update

 The IHRSA Global 25
What sets market leaders apart from the fitness field? Jon Feld finds out

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83 Supplier showcase
Projects from Dalesauna, Debit Finance Collections and MYZONE

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88 Research

 Stay strong
Strength training and building muscle mass could be key to a long life

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91 Fitness-kit.net special

 Strength in depth
We take a look at the latest strength equipment for clubs

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93 Fitness-kit.net special

 Engage the mind
New innovations in the field of mind-body exercise

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98 Research

 Mind over matter
Practising mindfulness can help alleviate low back pain the heart of training

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EP 2016 issue 8
Download PDF
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Subscribe
Magazine archive
3 Editor’s letter

 Activity to save lives
Physical activity has been made a clinical priority for GPs, but if fitness – as a subset of activity – wants to benefit, it will need to up its game, says Kate Cracknell

View in digital edition
View online
8 People profiles

 The Hairy Bikers
We talk to TV’s Hairy Bikers about their new Diet Club

View in digital edition
View online
10 People profiles

 Dr William Bird
The outdoor exercise pioneer on the FLAME Award-winning Beat the Street

View in digital edition
View online
12 People profiles

 Oleg Fomenko
The co-founder of Sweatcoin wants to turn movement into money

View in digital edition
View online
15 Letters

 Write to reply
The importance of improving employees’ health and the effectiveness of HR training are topics up for discussion this month

View in digital edition
View online
18 News round-up
Pure Gym postpones its IPO, and Pokémon GO takes the world by storm

View in digital edition
24 Uk news

 TRIB3 ships fitness into local parks
TRIB3 launches a new ‘gym in a container’ concept

View in digital edition
View online
31 Events calendar
We take a look at some of the upcoming health and fitness industry events

View in digital edition
32 Interview - Steve Gray
Nuffield Health’s CEO tells Kate Cracknell about its plans to be the UK’s leading wellness provider by 2020

View in digital edition
View online
36 Talking point

 300% growth
Is the prediction of explosive growth in the fitness industry over the next decade achievable with the help of technology?

View in digital edition
View online
40 Meditation & mindfulness

 Free your mind
The practices of meditation and mindfulness have seen huge growth – and it’s time for health clubs to get on-board

View in digital edition
View online
44 Promotional feature

 Virtuagym
Blended coaching models, combining in-person support with self-management via an app, boost retention, says Virtuagym

View in digital edition
View online
46 Boutique studios

 Branching out
A growing number of traditional operators are dipping a toe in the boutique market

View in digital edition
View online
52 Architecture & design

 An eye for design
Our latest round-up of exemplary design from health clubs around the world

View in digital edition
View online
56 Interview - Craig Lister
The MD of Green Gym on his organisation’s belief in physical activity for a purpose

View in digital edition
View online
60 Indoor cycling

 A new spin on things
A club-within-a-club is an exciting new trend offering opportunities for all parties

View in digital edition
View online
On the cover | Steve Gray: Nuffield has ambitions to lead the UK wellness market, and mindfulness hits the mainstream
64 Mind-body

 Defying gravity
AntiGravity Yoga founder Christopher Harrison on his latest creations for personal trainers and massage therapists

View in digital edition
View online
68 Personal training

 Making PT work out
What’s the right personal training set-up for your club and your trainers? We examine three popular models

View in digital edition
View online
70 Promotional feature

 Wattbike
If you want to offer HIIT training in your health club, Wattbike is the perfect tool

View in digital edition
View online
72 Heat experiences

 Accessible spas
Why aren’t more health club spas disability-friendly? We ask the experts

View in digital edition
View online
77 ukactive update

 A shared mission
The workforce agenda is back on track, says public affairs director Huw Edwards

View in digital edition
View online
78 Promotional feature

 Technogym
Technogym’s Skillmill puts power, speed, stamina and agility at the heart of training

View in digital edition
View online
80 IHRSA update

 The IHRSA Global 25
What sets market leaders apart from the fitness field? Jon Feld finds out

View in digital edition
View online
83 Supplier showcase
Projects from Dalesauna, Debit Finance Collections and MYZONE

View in digital edition
View online
88 Research

 Stay strong
Strength training and building muscle mass could be key to a long life

View in digital edition
View online
91 Fitness-kit.net special

 Strength in depth
We take a look at the latest strength equipment for clubs

View in digital edition
View online
93 Fitness-kit.net special

 Engage the mind
New innovations in the field of mind-body exercise

View in digital edition
View online
98 Research

 Mind over matter
Practising mindfulness can help alleviate low back pain the heart of training

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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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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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