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EP 2023 issue 6
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7 Editor's letter

Weight loss drugs

Weight loss drugs are hitting the mainstream, with pilot programmes underway. Liz Terry examines the threats and opportunities this creates for the sector

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12 HCM People

Anna Bogdanova

The Strength Method founder reveals how mid-life women can build their power, confidence and self-mastery

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16 HCM People

Duncan Anderson

The CEO of South Downs Leisure explains how Sea Lanes, the new lido on Brighton seafront, will be a gateway to open water swimming

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22 News

HCM news roundup

Anytime Fitness launches in France, Xponential fights Fuzzy Panda report and Nike hires 1,000 trainers

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30 Interview

Tom Edwards & Jon Williams

Kate Cracknell talks to the serial fitness entrepreneurs behind the new Forest House concept and other innovative health and fitness brands

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42 Talking point

Gentle exercise

With research proving the efficacy of gentler exercise modalities, we ask our experts if they think the slow exercise trend is here to stay

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48 Sponsored

Life Fitness: Partners in performance

The Formula 1 World Championship team Williams Racing has partnered with Life Fitness to create a world-class training facility, designed to drive performance on and off the track

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50 Insight

The shape of now

As the sector in the UK welcomes more members and sees record market value, Leisure DB’s David Minton explains The State of the UK Fitness Industry Report 2023

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56 Sponsored

Pulse Fitness: Active community

Pulse Fitness has brought fitness back to the heart of the community with the relaunch of Killamarsh Active

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58 Life lessons

Tara Dillon

The CIMSPA leader took the association from last chance saloon to award-winning organisation. Here she reflects on the gruelling early years

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62 Statistics

Euro file

Despite challenging market conditions, people in Europe are flooding back to their health clubs, says Karsten Hollasch from Deloitte Germany

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68 Policy

Weighing in

A £40m pilot for the delivery of weight loss drugs, such as Wegovy, is creating opportunities for the sector

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74 Cycling

Constant motion

Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling

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On the cover | Anna Bogdanova: "I give women the tools to experience how much power their bodies have"
78 Supplier showcase

Orbit4: Get intimate with your assets

Orbit4’s technology is generating significant savings and streamlining operations for premium operator Gymbox

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80 Supplier showcase

Myzone: Loyal following

Snap Fitness has unlocked the secrets of community-building using Myzone to increase attendance and earn member loyalty

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82 Supplier showcase

Matrix Fitness: Full recovery

Wigan Warriors has reduced rehabilitation time with the help of a Matrix Fitness gym transformation

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84 Testing

Making progress

Could health assessments be the ultimate retention solution, asks Steph Eaves

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92 Gym floor

Keep it fresh

As small group PT thrives, suppliers give their tips for keeping members engaged and making the most of your space

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98 Insight

The enjoyment gap

Sport England research reveals how men enjoy physical activity more than women

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106 Report

Support system

The ACE Summit looked at how health clubs can support women at all life stages

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114 Reader services

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116 Research

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EP 2023 issue 6
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Magazine archive
7 Editor's letter

Weight loss drugs

Weight loss drugs are hitting the mainstream, with pilot programmes underway. Liz Terry examines the threats and opportunities this creates for the sector

View in digital edition
View online
12 HCM People

Anna Bogdanova

The Strength Method founder reveals how mid-life women can build their power, confidence and self-mastery

View in digital edition
View online
16 HCM People

Duncan Anderson

The CEO of South Downs Leisure explains how Sea Lanes, the new lido on Brighton seafront, will be a gateway to open water swimming

View in digital edition
View online
22 News

HCM news roundup

Anytime Fitness launches in France, Xponential fights Fuzzy Panda report and Nike hires 1,000 trainers

View in digital edition

30 Interview

Tom Edwards & Jon Williams

Kate Cracknell talks to the serial fitness entrepreneurs behind the new Forest House concept and other innovative health and fitness brands

View in digital edition
View online
42 Talking point

Gentle exercise

With research proving the efficacy of gentler exercise modalities, we ask our experts if they think the slow exercise trend is here to stay

View in digital edition
View online
48 Sponsored

Life Fitness: Partners in performance

The Formula 1 World Championship team Williams Racing has partnered with Life Fitness to create a world-class training facility, designed to drive performance on and off the track

View in digital edition
View online
50 Insight

The shape of now

As the sector in the UK welcomes more members and sees record market value, Leisure DB’s David Minton explains The State of the UK Fitness Industry Report 2023

View in digital edition
View online
56 Sponsored

Pulse Fitness: Active community

Pulse Fitness has brought fitness back to the heart of the community with the relaunch of Killamarsh Active

View in digital edition
View online
58 Life lessons

Tara Dillon

The CIMSPA leader took the association from last chance saloon to award-winning organisation. Here she reflects on the gruelling early years

View in digital edition
View online
62 Statistics

Euro file

Despite challenging market conditions, people in Europe are flooding back to their health clubs, says Karsten Hollasch from Deloitte Germany

View in digital edition
View online
68 Policy

Weighing in

A £40m pilot for the delivery of weight loss drugs, such as Wegovy, is creating opportunities for the sector

View in digital edition
View online
74 Cycling

Constant motion

Steph Eaves checks out the latest indoor cycling innovations designed to keep people pedalling

View in digital edition
View online
On the cover | Anna Bogdanova: "I give women the tools to experience how much power their bodies have"
78 Supplier showcase

Orbit4: Get intimate with your assets

Orbit4’s technology is generating significant savings and streamlining operations for premium operator Gymbox

View in digital edition
View online
80 Supplier showcase

Myzone: Loyal following

Snap Fitness has unlocked the secrets of community-building using Myzone to increase attendance and earn member loyalty

View in digital edition
View online
82 Supplier showcase

Matrix Fitness: Full recovery

Wigan Warriors has reduced rehabilitation time with the help of a Matrix Fitness gym transformation

View in digital edition
View online
84 Testing

Making progress

Could health assessments be the ultimate retention solution, asks Steph Eaves

View in digital edition
View online
92 Gym floor

Keep it fresh

As small group PT thrives, suppliers give their tips for keeping members engaged and making the most of your space

View in digital edition
View online
98 Insight

The enjoyment gap

Sport England research reveals how men enjoy physical activity more than women

View in digital edition
View online
106 Report

Support system

The ACE Summit looked at how health clubs can support women at all life stages

View in digital edition
View online
114 Reader services

HCM directory

The HCM directory is part of a network of resources for buyers that includes www.HCMmag.com/CompanyProfiles,

View in digital edition

116 Research

Surviving cancer

Research shows that doing YOCAS yoga can help prevent cancer relapse

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View online
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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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