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3 Editor's Letter

Fighting for market share

Competition for the fitness consumer has never been fiercer. Liz Terry argues that in order to thrive we must focus on customer engagement and providing expertise

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8 Letters

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Work desks at gyms, making clubs more welcoming for people with disabilities, and helping employees fit exercise into their day are topics for debate

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10 People profile

Dr Chris Van Tulleken

TV’s Dr Chris Van Tulleken explains the need to make people realise that good health doesn’t come from pills

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12 People profile

James Haskell

The England Rugby International tells us about his upcoming cookbook and being a franchisee for functional training brand F45

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14 People profile

Helen Macfarlane

Helen Macfarlane, head of active communities at Edinburgh Leisure, tells how the programme changes lives

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16 News round-up

Fitness First Germany launches new concept club, Orangetheory to open 70 UK studios, and Netpulse partners eGym

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29 Events calendar

Cross-sector wellness event Elevate takes place at London’s Excel this month, and SIBEC holds its annual UK event

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30 Interview – Sir Muir Gray

The public health specialist talks to Kate Cracknell about his plans to get GPs in the UK routinely prescribing exercise

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34 Talking point

The £1bn Wellness network

The £1bn wellness network Could a network of community wellness hubs change the face of healthcare?

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38 In the Media

Hot off the press

What’s the media saying about health and wellness? We bring you the hottest topics

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42 Interview – Alexey Kovalev

The founder of Alex Fitness talks about European expansion, his new low-cost brand, and a goal of one million health club members in Russia by 2023

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46 HIIT Programming

HIIT fusion

With HIIT now well established on the club timetable, operators are finding new ways to mix things up with fusion programmes

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50 Apprenticeships

Ready, levy, go!

The new Apprenticeship Levy is here, but what does it mean for the fitness sector? Kathryn Selby talks to four experts

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54 CV Training

Go row

British Rowing’s Helen Rowbotham talks about a new initiative to get more people involved in indoor, gym-based rowing

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On the cover | Sir Muir Gray: The public health specialist on his plans to get GPs routinely prescribing exercise

56 Changing Rooms

Changing expectations

Steph Eaves looks at some of the changing room designs that are having a big impact on member experience

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60 Metabolic Assessment

The science of fat loss

Fitness entrepreneur David Barton on why metabolic typing is the future of weight and fat loss in health clubs

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62 Leisure Trusts

Going it alone

What’s it like being an independent trust in this challenging financial climate? We talk to three leisure operators to see how they’re surviving and thriving

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67 ukactive update

Pride and policy

The physical activity sector is making good progress at Westminster, but there are still battles ahead, says Steven Ward

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68 IHRSA update

Looking back at IHRSA 2017

IHRSA’s Kristen Walsh reports on the many highlights of the recent convention and trade show in Los Angeles, US

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70 Promotional feature

miha Bodytec

As one of the world’s most recognised athletic trainers using whole body EMS, Thomas Ott gives recommendations for its proper use in strength training for professional athletes

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72 Fitness-kit.net

Product innovations

Leading industry suppliers tell us about their latest health and fitness innovations

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78 Studio Equipment

In the studio

Lauren Heath-Jones rounds up the latest product launches for fitness studios

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81 Supplier showcase

We look at recent leisure projects from Queenax and Xcite, Wattbike and BXR, and Matrix and the University of Bath

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90 Research

Remember to exercise

A new study has found that inactivity puts older people at a higher risk of dementia, on a par with those shown to have a genetic predisposition to the condition

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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...]

Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector

As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs. [more...]

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Magazine archive

3 Editor's Letter

Fighting for market share

Competition for the fitness consumer has never been fiercer. Liz Terry argues that in order to thrive we must focus on customer engagement and providing expertise

View in digital edition
View online

8 Letters

Write to reply

Work desks at gyms, making clubs more welcoming for people with disabilities, and helping employees fit exercise into their day are topics for debate

View in digital edition
View online

10 People profile

Dr Chris Van Tulleken

TV’s Dr Chris Van Tulleken explains the need to make people realise that good health doesn’t come from pills

View in digital edition
View online

12 People profile

James Haskell

The England Rugby International tells us about his upcoming cookbook and being a franchisee for functional training brand F45

View in digital edition
View online

14 People profile

Helen Macfarlane

Helen Macfarlane, head of active communities at Edinburgh Leisure, tells how the programme changes lives

View in digital edition
View online

16 News round-up

Fitness First Germany launches new concept club, Orangetheory to open 70 UK studios, and Netpulse partners eGym

View in digital edition

29 Events calendar

Cross-sector wellness event Elevate takes place at London’s Excel this month, and SIBEC holds its annual UK event

View in digital edition

30 Interview – Sir Muir Gray

The public health specialist talks to Kate Cracknell about his plans to get GPs in the UK routinely prescribing exercise

View in digital edition
View online

34 Talking point

The £1bn Wellness network

The £1bn wellness network Could a network of community wellness hubs change the face of healthcare?

View in digital edition
View online

38 In the Media

Hot off the press

What’s the media saying about health and wellness? We bring you the hottest topics

View in digital edition
View online

42 Interview – Alexey Kovalev

The founder of Alex Fitness talks about European expansion, his new low-cost brand, and a goal of one million health club members in Russia by 2023

View in digital edition
View online

46 HIIT Programming

HIIT fusion

With HIIT now well established on the club timetable, operators are finding new ways to mix things up with fusion programmes

View in digital edition
View online

50 Apprenticeships

Ready, levy, go!

The new Apprenticeship Levy is here, but what does it mean for the fitness sector? Kathryn Selby talks to four experts

View in digital edition
View online

54 CV Training

Go row

British Rowing’s Helen Rowbotham talks about a new initiative to get more people involved in indoor, gym-based rowing

View in digital edition
View online

On the cover | Sir Muir Gray: The public health specialist on his plans to get GPs routinely prescribing exercise

56 Changing Rooms

Changing expectations

Steph Eaves looks at some of the changing room designs that are having a big impact on member experience

View in digital edition
View online

60 Metabolic Assessment

The science of fat loss

Fitness entrepreneur David Barton on why metabolic typing is the future of weight and fat loss in health clubs

View in digital edition
View online

62 Leisure Trusts

Going it alone

What’s it like being an independent trust in this challenging financial climate? We talk to three leisure operators to see how they’re surviving and thriving

View in digital edition
View online

67 ukactive update

Pride and policy

The physical activity sector is making good progress at Westminster, but there are still battles ahead, says Steven Ward

View in digital edition
View online

68 IHRSA update

Looking back at IHRSA 2017

IHRSA’s Kristen Walsh reports on the many highlights of the recent convention and trade show in Los Angeles, US

View in digital edition
View online

70 Promotional feature

miha Bodytec

72 Fitness-kit.net

Product innovations

Leading industry suppliers tell us about their latest health and fitness innovations

View in digital edition
View online

78 Studio Equipment

In the studio

Lauren Heath-Jones rounds up the latest product launches for fitness studios

View in digital edition
View online

81 Supplier showcase

We look at recent leisure projects from Queenax and Xcite, Wattbike and BXR, and Matrix and the University of Bath

View in digital edition
View online

90 Research

Remember to exercise

A new study has found that inactivity puts older people at a higher risk of dementia, on a par with those shown to have a genetic predisposition to the condition

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.

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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...]

Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector

As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs. [more...]

+ More featured suppliers

COMPANY PROFILES

Alliance Leisure

Alliance Leisure Services was specifically established to respond to the changing development need [more...]

+ More profiles

CATALOGUE GALLERY

Physical Company..

+ More catalogues