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7 Editor's letter

Editor's letter

Time to muscle up

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12 Write to reply

Readers respond to Colin Milner’s ‘Challenging Ageism’ column and Liz Terry’s editor’s letter from HCM June

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14 HCM People

Dave Courteen

The CEO of Mosaic Spa & Health Clubs talks about his new book – More To Gain Than Just the Game

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18 HCM People

Debra Wein

The City of Portland in Maine, US, is investing in a wellness programme for its entire workforce. We talk to the founder and CEO of Wellness Workdays

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22 HCM People

Dan Bond

CrossFit Fort Ashton’s owner shares insights into how he built his tribe and got them through lockdown

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24 HCM News

Stay up to date with the latest news in health, fitness and physical activity

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32 Interview

Francis Ottevaere

The CEO of JIMS Fitness explains his reopening strategy, which sees new member sales up 200 per cent

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38 US stats

What members say

New research gauges the feelings of members about returning to the gym

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44 Accessibility

Undefeatable

This charitable initiative is supporting people with health conditions and disabilities to get into physical activity

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50 Sponsored briefing

Looking long term

Active IQ has partnered with Nuffield Health who have created a new Level 3 Diploma in Working with People with Long-term Conditions

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54 Insight

Welcome back

Who’s winning on social? An analysis of social media responses to gym chains’ reopening videos

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60 Finance

The fightback begins

Nadim Meer advises operators on how to position themselves as an attractive prospect for investment

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On the cover | Reopening: The fitness industry roars back

64 Statistics

Is the gym safe?

Blair McHaney has developed a guide to navigating customer sentiment

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68 The way I see it

Francesco Arlotti

Technogym’s head of digital solutions shares his thoughts on how operators can ensure their future success

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73 Immunity

Best defence

The impact of exercise on the immune system has never been more important. We look at immunity-boosting protocols from two equipment developers

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78 Interview

Paul Bowman

The CEO of Wexer says COVID-19 has changed customer expectations and operators must adopt a hybrid physical/digital model to survive post-pandemic

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86 Strength

Fusion fitness

Combining fitness elements is making strength training more accessible

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92 Supplier showcase

Matrix Fitness

University College Birmingham has invested in elite performance equipment

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94 Supplier showcase

Speedflex

Speedflex has partnered with Everyone Active to deliver a new boutique concept

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96 FIBO Awards

In the spotlight

We take a look at the six winners of the FIBO Innovation and Trend Awards 2020

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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...]

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...]

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EP 2020 issue 6

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Magazine archive

7 Editor's letter

Editor's letter

Time to muscle up

View in digital edition
View online

12 Write to reply

Readers respond to Colin Milner’s ‘Challenging Ageism’ column and Liz Terry’s editor’s letter from HCM June

View in digital edition

14 HCM People

Dave Courteen

The CEO of Mosaic Spa & Health Clubs talks about his new book – More To Gain Than Just the Game

View in digital edition
View online

18 HCM People

Debra Wein

The City of Portland in Maine, US, is investing in a wellness programme for its entire workforce. We talk to the founder and CEO of Wellness Workdays

View in digital edition
View online

22 HCM People

Dan Bond

CrossFit Fort Ashton’s owner shares insights into how he built his tribe and got them through lockdown

View in digital edition
View online

24 HCM News

Stay up to date with the latest news in health, fitness and physical activity

View in digital edition

32 Interview

Francis Ottevaere

The CEO of JIMS Fitness explains his reopening strategy, which sees new member sales up 200 per cent

View in digital edition
View online

38 US stats

What members say

New research gauges the feelings of members about returning to the gym

View in digital edition
View online

44 Accessibility

Undefeatable

This charitable initiative is supporting people with health conditions and disabilities to get into physical activity

View in digital edition
View online

50 Sponsored briefing

Looking long term

Active IQ has partnered with Nuffield Health who have created a new Level 3 Diploma in Working with People with Long-term Conditions

View in digital edition
View online

54 Insight

Welcome back

Who’s winning on social? An analysis of social media responses to gym chains’ reopening videos

View in digital edition
View online

60 Finance

The fightback begins

Nadim Meer advises operators on how to position themselves as an attractive prospect for investment

View in digital edition
View online

On the cover | Reopening: The fitness industry roars back

64 Statistics

Is the gym safe?

Blair McHaney has developed a guide to navigating customer sentiment

View in digital edition
View online

68 The way I see it

Francesco Arlotti

Technogym’s head of digital solutions shares his thoughts on how operators can ensure their future success

View in digital edition
View online

73 Immunity

Best defence

The impact of exercise on the immune system has never been more important. We look at immunity-boosting protocols from two equipment developers

View in digital edition
View online

78 Interview

Paul Bowman

The CEO of Wexer says COVID-19 has changed customer expectations and operators must adopt a hybrid physical/digital model to survive post-pandemic

View in digital edition
View online

86 Strength

Fusion fitness

Combining fitness elements is making strength training more accessible

View in digital edition
View online

92 Supplier showcase

Matrix Fitness

University College Birmingham has invested in elite performance equipment

View in digital edition
View online

94 Supplier showcase

Speedflex

Speedflex has partnered with Everyone Active to deliver a new boutique concept

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View online

96 FIBO Awards

In the spotlight

We take a look at the six winners of the FIBO Innovation and Trend Awards 2020

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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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