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3 Editor’s letter

Sticking to the facts

When it comes to communicating the value of activity initiatives, our sector must avoid overstating the facts, as this may undermine our credibility, says Lauretta Ihonor

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8 People profile

Perri Shakes-Drayton

The Olympic athlete talks about why Zumba's new workout – STRONG by Zumba – appealed to her

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10 People profile

Kirk Vallis

The creative leader, coach and behaviour change agent on how the fitness sector can create a powerful culture of innovation

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12 People profile

Alan Shearer

The star football pundit describes how he came to invest in the Speedflex system and why he believes it's a great workout

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Gym Group membership breaks 500,000 mark

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26 Events calendar


A preview of key health and fitness events around the world for the year ahead

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28 Interview

Simon Flint

The new CEO of Evolution Wellness on creating a fitness giant in Asia

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34 Talking Point

The fat and fit myth

New research shows it’s impossible to be fat but fit. What does this mean for gyms?

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38 IHRSA update

World of fitness

IHRSA’s Kirsten Walsh analyses the key findings from the 2017 IHRSA Global Report

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43 Supplier showcase

Tower of strength

Technogym kits out Towers Health & Racquets club with state-of-art equipment

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44 Top Team

A new TRIB3

Kath Hudson talks to the team behind new boutique HIIT studio TRIB3 about their plans to open 1000 clubs worldwide

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50 Profile

Ryan Crabbe

Hilton’s Senior Director for wellness speaks to Jane Kitchen about new in-room fitness concept

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On the cover | Ryan Crabbe: Hilton’s Senior Wellness Director on its new fitness concept with 200 in-room workouts
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Xn Leisure

Xn Leisure is revolutionising the physical activity sector by helping operators unlock the power of their activity data

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57 Ask the Experts

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Industry experts on how offering in-gym gait analysis can help prevent treadmill injuries

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62 New Opening

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DLL’s new Kensington Harbour Club

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70 Interview

Princess Sara bint Mohammed bin Naif

The princess behind Saudi Arabia’s new women-only health club chain

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77 ukactive

Brexit Britain

Huw Edwards looks at the opportunities for our sector as Brexit negotiations begin

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78 Technology

Easy Money

Businesses in the fitness sector have a lot to gain by tapping into the full potential of online mobile and cashless payment systems

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83 fitness-kit.net

Product Innovations

Lauren Heath-Jones explores the latest innovative products, including Myzone’s new streaming service. AdGen’s digital signage and Escape’s interactive platform

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Catching a run

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EP 2017 issue 7
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Magazine archive
3 Editor’s letter

Sticking to the facts

When it comes to communicating the value of activity initiatives, our sector must avoid overstating the facts, as this may undermine our credibility, says Lauretta Ihonor

View in digital edition
View online
8 People profile

Perri Shakes-Drayton

The Olympic athlete talks about why Zumba's new workout – STRONG by Zumba – appealed to her

View in digital edition
View online
10 People profile

Kirk Vallis

The creative leader, coach and behaviour change agent on how the fitness sector can create a powerful culture of innovation

View in digital edition
View online
12 People profile

Alan Shearer

The star football pundit describes how he came to invest in the Speedflex system and why he believes it's a great workout

View in digital edition
View online
14 News round-up


Gym Group membership breaks 500,000 mark

View in digital edition

26 Events calendar


A preview of key health and fitness events around the world for the year ahead

View in digital edition

28 Interview

Simon Flint

The new CEO of Evolution Wellness on creating a fitness giant in Asia

View in digital edition
View online
34 Talking Point

The fat and fit myth

New research shows it’s impossible to be fat but fit. What does this mean for gyms?

View in digital edition
View online
38 IHRSA update

World of fitness

IHRSA’s Kirsten Walsh analyses the key findings from the 2017 IHRSA Global Report

View in digital edition
View online
43 Supplier showcase

Tower of strength

Technogym kits out Towers Health & Racquets club with state-of-art equipment

View in digital edition
View online
44 Top Team

A new TRIB3

Kath Hudson talks to the team behind new boutique HIIT studio TRIB3 about their plans to open 1000 clubs worldwide

View in digital edition
View online
50 Profile

Ryan Crabbe

Hilton’s Senior Director for wellness speaks to Jane Kitchen about new in-room fitness concept

View in digital edition
View online
On the cover | Ryan Crabbe: Hilton’s Senior Wellness Director on its new fitness concept with 200 in-room workouts
54 Promotional feature

Xn Leisure

Xn Leisure is revolutionising the physical activity sector by helping operators unlock the power of their activity data

View in digital edition
View online
57 Ask the Experts

Treadmill running

Industry experts on how offering in-gym gait analysis can help prevent treadmill injuries

View in digital edition
View online
62 New Opening

Luxe London

DLL’s new Kensington Harbour Club

View in digital edition
View online
70 Interview

Princess Sara bint Mohammed bin Naif

The princess behind Saudi Arabia’s new women-only health club chain

View in digital edition
View online
77 ukactive

Brexit Britain

Huw Edwards looks at the opportunities for our sector as Brexit negotiations begin

View in digital edition
View online
78 Technology

Easy Money

Businesses in the fitness sector have a lot to gain by tapping into the full potential of online mobile and cashless payment systems

View in digital edition
View online
83 fitness-kit.net

Product Innovations

Lauren Heath-Jones explores the latest innovative products, including Myzone’s new streaming service. AdGen’s digital signage and Escape’s interactive platform

View in digital edition
View online
90 Research

Catching a run

New research shows exercise is contagious, particularly for men, and that networks of friends can influence people’s exercise habits

View in digital edition
View online
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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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Group exercise complaints now a thing of the past for Reynolds Group
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group thanks to its partnership with CoverMe, a digital platform that simplifies group exercise and PT management for clubs and instructors. [more...]
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