health club management magazine 2017 issue 4

Read
the latest
issues

Get HCM digital magazine and ezines FREE
Sign up here ▸

Jobs News Features Products Magazine Advertise

EP 2017 issue 4

Download PDF

View digital edition

+ Magazine Archive

SHARE:

5 Editor’s letter

Restoring the personal touch

New research shows many members are disenchanted with their clubs. It’s time to start talking, says Kate Cracknell

View in digital edition
View online

17 Letters

Write to reply

Contributors discuss putting mental health evidence into practice, how the media is exaggerating trampoline park risks and the disappointing new ‘T Levels’

View in digital edition
View online

22 People profile

Matthew Ward

AXA PPP’s Matthew Ward discusses the insurance giant’s new strategy that involves encouraging its customers to exercise

View in digital edition
View online

24 People profile

Bangs and a Bun

BOOM Cycle’s Bangs and a Bun talks about motivating people and putting the focus on mindfulness

View in digital edition
View online

26 People profile

Joanne Mathews

We talk to Joanne Mathews of Ten Health and Fitness about her journey from startup to successful boutique brand

View in digital edition
View online

28 News round-up

Retro Fitness plans 100 openings, Tanni Grey-Thompson calls for planning law changes, and Technogym joins with IBM

View in digital edition

41 Events calendar

A round-up of the key events in the health and fitness calendar worldwide, including FIBO 2017 and Elevate 2017

View in digital edition

42 Interview

The McFIT Global Group

McFIT’s management team talks about its new premium chain, a corporate fitness offering and a new virtual club model

View in digital edition
View online

50 Activity Tracking

Stay on track

Tom Walker reports on the latest innovations in wearable fitness tech, as seen at the recent Consumer Electronics Show

View in digital edition
View online

58 Investment

The case for investment

Kath Hudson speaks to investors about the appeal of the fitness sector, and why they chose to support certain businesses

View in digital edition
View online

62 Architecture & Design

Design spotlight

We showcase a selection of eye-catching gyms and fitness spaces from around the world, with projects in Taiwan, Russia, the UK and the US

View in digital edition
View online

68 Promotional Feature

Miha bodytec

After a decade of establishing its EMS system as a strong global leader, German innovator miha bodytec has opened a London office to expand its UK presence

View in digital edition
View online

72 Talking point

Generation inactive

Today’s kids are the fattest, least active generation ever. How can we intervene?

View in digital edition
View online

76 Active kids

Schools on the move

Tom Walker reports on a city in western Finland that’s developed a revolutionary approach to getting kids moving

View in digital edition
View online

80 Promotional Feature

Technogym

Technogym’s new Skillrow is changing the indoor rowing workout and creating a new type of group class

View in digital edition
View online

On the cover | THE McFit Global Group: The German fi tness giant unveils two new health club brands

82 Retention

Kiwis vs Poms

New Zealand consistently beats the UK in Net Promotor Scores – a measure of customer satisfaction. Mike Hill reports

View in digital edition
View online

86 Mental Health

Mind & body in concert

Are you aware of the mental health issues that can affect your members?

View in digital edition
View online

90 Promotional Feature

Wattbike

Measuring over 40 different performance parameters with a high degree of accuracy, Wattbike has proved to be a powerful testing and fitness tool for top athletes and regular gym-goers alike

View in digital edition
View online

92 ukactive update

ActiveLab – The movement revolution

We profile all the ActiveLab finalists and take a look at the innovative products they’ve designed to boost activity levels

View in digital edition
View online

96 Promotional Feature

TVS Group

Flooring solutions specialist TVS Group pulled out all the stops to transform the free weights area at Huddersfield Leisure Centre and leave the gym in great shape for the new year rush and beyond

View in digital edition
View online

98 IHRSA update

The IHRSA Foundation

IHRSA’s vice president of health promotion and health policy provides an insight into this charitable venture

View in digital edition
View online

100 Strength Training

The fast train

We delve into the science behind EMS (electronic muscle stimulation) training

View in digital edition
View online

102 Promotional Feature

Gerflor

From group training to HIIT sessions on the gym floor, Taraflex flooring from Gerflor has been able to meet the exercise demands of Virgin Active clubs in the City of London with ease

View in digital edition
View online

105 Supplier showcase

Life Fitness kits out Scotland’s new Oriam centre, and New Body Fitness chooses Spirit Fitness equipment for new site

View in digital edition
View online

108 Show Preview

Elevate 2017

A look ahead to the highlights of this cross-sector event, which focuses on the huge challenge of tackling inactivity

View in digital edition
View online

110 Fitness-kit.net

More to offer

A look at the latest secondary spend product innovations and news

View in digital edition
View online

116 Research

Adrenalin boost

A new study shows that adrenalin is at the heart of exercise’s ability to prevent cancer growth in mice and humans

View in digital edition
View online

FEATURED SUPPLIERS

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...]

Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024

Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women. [more...]

+ More featured suppliers

COMPANY PROFILES

IndigoFitness

We Create Training Spaces! We've been designing and delivering high quality training spaces for alm [more...]

Mindbody

Mindbody is the leading business management software for the fitness and wellness industries. [more...]

+ More profiles

CATALOGUE GALLERY

Physical Company..

+ More catalogues

Free ezine/digital edition sign up

Contact

Other Leisure Media websites

EP 2017 issue 4

Download PDF

View digital edition

Magazine archive

5 Editor’s letter

Restoring the personal touch

New research shows many members are disenchanted with their clubs. It’s time to start talking, says Kate Cracknell

View in digital edition
View online

17 Letters

Write to reply

Contributors discuss putting mental health evidence into practice, how the media is exaggerating trampoline park risks and the disappointing new ‘T Levels’

View in digital edition
View online

22 People profile

Matthew Ward

AXA PPP’s Matthew Ward discusses the insurance giant’s new strategy that involves encouraging its customers to exercise

View in digital edition
View online

24 People profile

Bangs and a Bun

BOOM Cycle’s Bangs and a Bun talks about motivating people and putting the focus on mindfulness

View in digital edition
View online

26 People profile

Joanne Mathews

We talk to Joanne Mathews of Ten Health and Fitness about her journey from startup to successful boutique brand

View in digital edition
View online

28 News round-up

Retro Fitness plans 100 openings, Tanni Grey-Thompson calls for planning law changes, and Technogym joins with IBM

View in digital edition

41 Events calendar

A round-up of the key events in the health and fitness calendar worldwide, including FIBO 2017 and Elevate 2017

View in digital edition

42 Interview

The McFIT Global Group

McFIT’s management team talks about its new premium chain, a corporate fitness offering and a new virtual club model

View in digital edition
View online

50 Activity Tracking

Stay on track

Tom Walker reports on the latest innovations in wearable fitness tech, as seen at the recent Consumer Electronics Show

View in digital edition
View online

58 Investment

The case for investment

Kath Hudson speaks to investors about the appeal of the fitness sector, and why they chose to support certain businesses

View in digital edition
View online

62 Architecture & Design

Design spotlight

We showcase a selection of eye-catching gyms and fitness spaces from around the world, with projects in Taiwan, Russia, the UK and the US

View in digital edition
View online

68 Promotional Feature

Miha bodytec

After a decade of establishing its EMS system as a strong global leader, German innovator miha bodytec has opened a London office to expand its UK presence

View in digital edition
View online

72 Talking point

Generation inactive

Today’s kids are the fattest, least active generation ever. How can we intervene?

View in digital edition
View online

76 Active kids

Schools on the move

Tom Walker reports on a city in western Finland that’s developed a revolutionary approach to getting kids moving

View in digital edition
View online

80 Promotional Feature

Technogym

Technogym’s new Skillrow is changing the indoor rowing workout and creating a new type of group class

View in digital edition
View online

On the cover | THE McFit Global Group: The German fi tness giant unveils two new health club brands

82 Retention

Kiwis vs Poms

New Zealand consistently beats the UK in Net Promotor Scores – a measure of customer satisfaction. Mike Hill reports

View in digital edition
View online

86 Mental Health

Mind & body in concert

Are you aware of the mental health issues that can affect your members?

View in digital edition
View online

90 Promotional Feature

Wattbike

92 ukactive update

ActiveLab – The movement revolution

We profile all the ActiveLab finalists and take a look at the innovative products they’ve designed to boost activity levels

View in digital edition
View online

96 Promotional Feature

TVS Group

98 IHRSA update

The IHRSA Foundation

IHRSA’s vice president of health promotion and health policy provides an insight into this charitable venture

View in digital edition
View online

100 Strength Training

The fast train

We delve into the science behind EMS (electronic muscle stimulation) training

View in digital edition
View online

102 Promotional Feature

Gerflor

105 Supplier showcase

Life Fitness kits out Scotland’s new Oriam centre, and New Body Fitness chooses Spirit Fitness equipment for new site

View in digital edition
View online

108 Show Preview

Elevate 2017

A look ahead to the highlights of this cross-sector event, which focuses on the huge challenge of tackling inactivity

View in digital edition
View online

110 Fitness-kit.net

More to offer

A look at the latest secondary spend product innovations and news

View in digital edition
View online

116 Research

Adrenalin boost

A new study shows that adrenalin is at the heart of exercise’s ability to prevent cancer growth in mice and humans

View in digital edition
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.

+ More news

FEATURED SUPPLIERS

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...]

Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024

Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women. [more...]

+ More featured suppliers

COMPANY PROFILES

IndigoFitness

We Create Training Spaces! We've been designing and delivering high quality training spaces for alm [more...]

+ More profiles

CATALOGUE GALLERY

Physical Company..

+ More catalogues