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EP 2017 issue 8
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3 Editor’s letter

Turning threat into opportunity

Encouraging outdoor and at-home workouts can benefit operators, says Lauretta Ihonor

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8 Letters

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Women-only areas should be considered a vital addition to gyms, rather than a ‘nice to have’ extra

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10 People profile

Amanda Al-Masri

Equinox’s head of spa services says wellness is a big focus for the fitness brand

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Martin Gibala

The creator of the 'one minute workout' on the benefits of short duration exercise

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14 People profile

Brian Chappon

A boutique fitness studio is coming to Heathrow Airport. Its founder tells all

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16 News round-up


Elevate wins trade show award

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26 Events calendar

Events calendar

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

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28 Interview

Alun Peacock

The MD of JD Gyms shares details of the next phase of the brand’s expansion

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34 Talking Point

Ahead of the game

Are gyms and health clubs at risk of being overtaken by the latest sophisticated home workout offerings?

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38 Promotional feature

Legend and Serco a ten-year evolution

The leisure client and software provider who became long-term technology and business partners

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40 Industry trends

Growth opportunity

Mintel’s private sector health and fitness club report shows the sector is growing

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44 Interview

Hilary and Robert Rowland

The founders of Boom Cycle share the realities of creating an indoor cycling chain

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48 Promotional feature

MIHA BODYTEC

Setting up shop with EMS

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50 Ask the Experts

Fitter with age

Kath Hudson asks the experts what health clubs can do to provide the most effective exercise programmes for older adults

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54 Interview

Jonathan Sattin

Triyoga’s founder on growing a yoga startup into a lifestyle centre of excellence

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60 Technology

Shape of the future

Could body scanners be the secret to keeping gym-goers engaged and motivated?

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On the cover | Hilary and Robert Rowland: Boom Cycle's founders chart their road to boutique indoor cycling success
64 Promotional feature

British Gas

As large consumers of power, how can sport and leisure operators buy wisely, manage their consumption and even generate their own energy on-site?

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66 Indoor rowing

Row right

Steph Eaves explores how gyms can prevent member injuries on rowing machines

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72 promotional feature

A strong by Zumba

Need a new HIIT? Get STRONG

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74 Indoor cycling

In the zone

Indoor cycling experts give their top tips for maximising rider experience and retention

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78 Consumer insights

Taking action

The annual HAFOS report shows a change in public attitudes towards physical activity

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83 Local authority

Local luxury

Local authority clubs are adding spa services

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87 Supplier showcase

Multiple benefits

Premier Software provides a multi-site management system for English Lakes Hotels

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88 IHRSA update

European Congress 2017

Kristen Walsh looks ahead to the upcoming IHRSA European Congress 2017.

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90 ukactive

A new age

It’s time to embrace data, says Steve Ward

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91 Promotional feature

Wattbike

Simplifying the science

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92 fitness-kit.net

Product innovations

We round up the latest product launches

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98 Research

Strengthen your health

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EP 2017 issue 8
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Magazine archive
3 Editor’s letter

Turning threat into opportunity

Encouraging outdoor and at-home workouts can benefit operators, says Lauretta Ihonor

View in digital edition
View online
8 Letters

Write to reply

Women-only areas should be considered a vital addition to gyms, rather than a ‘nice to have’ extra

View in digital edition
View online
10 People profile

Amanda Al-Masri

Equinox’s head of spa services says wellness is a big focus for the fitness brand

View in digital edition
View online
12 People profile

Martin Gibala

The creator of the 'one minute workout' on the benefits of short duration exercise

View in digital edition
View online
14 People profile

Brian Chappon

A boutique fitness studio is coming to Heathrow Airport. Its founder tells all

View in digital edition
View online
16 News round-up


Elevate wins trade show award

View in digital edition

26 Events calendar

Events calendar

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

View in digital edition

28 Interview

Alun Peacock

The MD of JD Gyms shares details of the next phase of the brand’s expansion

View in digital edition
View online
34 Talking Point

Ahead of the game

Are gyms and health clubs at risk of being overtaken by the latest sophisticated home workout offerings?

View in digital edition
View online
38 Promotional feature

Legend and Serco a ten-year evolution

The leisure client and software provider who became long-term technology and business partners

View in digital edition
View online
40 Industry trends

Growth opportunity

Mintel’s private sector health and fitness club report shows the sector is growing

View in digital edition
View online
44 Interview

Hilary and Robert Rowland

The founders of Boom Cycle share the realities of creating an indoor cycling chain

View in digital edition
View online
48 Promotional feature

MIHA BODYTEC

Setting up shop with EMS

View in digital edition
View online
50 Ask the Experts

Fitter with age

Kath Hudson asks the experts what health clubs can do to provide the most effective exercise programmes for older adults

View in digital edition
View online
54 Interview

Jonathan Sattin

Triyoga’s founder on growing a yoga startup into a lifestyle centre of excellence

View in digital edition
View online
60 Technology

Shape of the future

Could body scanners be the secret to keeping gym-goers engaged and motivated?

View in digital edition
View online
On the cover | Hilary and Robert Rowland: Boom Cycle's founders chart their road to boutique indoor cycling success
64 Promotional feature

British Gas

As large consumers of power, how can sport and leisure operators buy wisely, manage their consumption and even generate their own energy on-site?

View in digital edition
View online
66 Indoor rowing

Row right

Steph Eaves explores how gyms can prevent member injuries on rowing machines

View in digital edition
View online
72 promotional feature

A strong by Zumba

Need a new HIIT? Get STRONG

View in digital edition
View online
74 Indoor cycling

In the zone

Indoor cycling experts give their top tips for maximising rider experience and retention

View in digital edition
View online
78 Consumer insights

Taking action

The annual HAFOS report shows a change in public attitudes towards physical activity

View in digital edition
View online
83 Local authority

Local luxury

Local authority clubs are adding spa services

View in digital edition
View online
87 Supplier showcase

Multiple benefits

Premier Software provides a multi-site management system for English Lakes Hotels

View in digital edition
View online
88 IHRSA update

European Congress 2017

Kristen Walsh looks ahead to the upcoming IHRSA European Congress 2017.

View in digital edition
View online
90 ukactive

A new age

It’s time to embrace data, says Steve Ward

View in digital edition
View online
91 Promotional feature

Wattbike

Simplifying the science

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

Product innovations

We round up the latest product launches

View in digital edition
View online
98 Research

Strengthen your health

New research shows that small amounts of strength training reduce heart disease risk

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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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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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