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Here Are Some Habits That Will ‘Lower Biological Age By Six Years’

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The researchers looked at data from more than 6,500 adults, who had undergone blood tests to measure markers of health such as metabolism, inflammation and organ function. They also scored study participants on how well their lifestyles adhered to the Life’s Essential 8, with high scores indicating good heart health. “We found that higher cardiovascular health …

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Fitness tweaks that will improve how you exercise

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Fitness advice can be overwhelming. Try to absorb all of the tips given by instructors and personal trainers about warm-ups and cool-downs, technique and timing, and it’s easy to lose track of your workouts. If there’s one thing you need to remember to become a faster rower, a better cyclist or an expert at Pilates, …

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Let’s HUSTLE! A High-Energy Studio Shakes Up The Urban Fitness Landscape

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Some of the most commonly sought after New Year’s Resolutions fall under the fitness umbrella. Thanks to modern TikTok trends and progressive workout concepts––wait, working out can be fun?––new hope can be restored to those looking to get fit in 2024. One brand leading the way? HUSTLE, a fitness concept known for its signature high-energy …

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GSN INTRODUCES THE COMPLETE FESTIVE FEAST IN A ‘FULL-TO-BRIMMING’ WRAP

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With Christmas within touching distance and food and drink businesses starting to unveil their seasonal ranges they’ve kept closely under wraps, GSN (Gold Standard Nutrition) is proud to trumpet the eagerly anticipated arrival of a limited-edition FESTIVE wrap, which marries tasty, high protein convenience with a generous dollop of seasonal good cheer. This is one …

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Even the toughest men can benefit from yoga – here are five positions to get you started

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Instructor Rory Bradshaw teaches yoga in prison – here’s how he’s inspiring the most sceptical men to give it a go… Prisons are loud, chaotic places, full of constant interruptions such as dogs barking, doors slamming and keys turning in locks. As a prison yoga teacher, Rory Bradshaw is competing with all of these elements to bring …

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Crucial ways to help yourself recover from a stroke…………

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Stroke patients can adopt simple strategies, where appropriate, to help independent rehabilitation if they can’t access specialist support Earlier this month new NHS guidance issued by the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (Nice) recommended that stroke patients receive at least three hours of rehabilitation five days a week. Yet the current provision is falling …

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Yet Again The Recommended Amount Of How Much Water Should You Be Drinking A Day Has Changed ???

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It is typically recommended to drink between six to eight glasses of water every day. A majority of the human body is made up of Water which is why staying hydrated is so important. It can be confusing to determine how much the average person should drink in a day, especially in situations like when it’s …

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OS Generation Group wins Big Box Leisure Club Contract

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OS Generation Group, the leading sustainable energy company focussed on on-site energy generation for the leisure and hospitality sector, has won a competitive bid to provide Big Box Leisure Club in Huddersfield with a multi-phased programme of energy technology solutions which will deliver significant financial savings and carbon reduction for the 60,000 sq ft site …

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How to optimise your 22 minutes exercise a day according to fitness experts

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There are a lot of things you can do in 22 minutes. You could watch an episode of Frasier or The Simpsons. That time might be better spent listening to “Running Up That Hill” by Kate Bush four times through. You could clean your bathroom, perhaps? Or you could just take a power nap. Your precious time could …

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Are You Tired All The Time? And Should You Worry??? Is modern life making us ill – or are we just a little underslept?

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‘The simple answer is that we need to distinguish between tiredness and fatigue’ … Zonked, frazzled, drained, pooped, knackered, running on fumes – or just totally exhausted. In much the same way that the Shona-speaking people of Zimbabwe have a dozen verbs for walking, our modern vocabulary seems to have developed 20 ways of explaining …

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Former Australian cricketer targets ELEVEN new UK fitness studios by March on route to century as network sales surpass £10 million

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Leicester studio latest opening for world’s fastest growing Pilates-inspired, cardio infused training concept LONDON, UK: STRONG Pilates – the innovative Pilates-inspired, cardio-infused fitness franchise born out of Australia – has announced network sales of £10.8 million as London-based UK managing director and former Australian cricketer John Hastings, 37, targets eleven new UK fitness studios by …

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How Taking The stairs can super-charge your fitness in seconds

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They’re everywhere, they’re free and low-impact. No wonder more and more people are ditching long runs – and taking the stairs instead…. You might not have noticed, but most modern hotels hide their stairways. Depending on who you ask, this is either for safety, security or aesthetics (stairwells are ugly, unless you design them to …

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The Reason Why You Won’t Lose Weight on Ozempic Forever….

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People taking the drug and similar medications will hit an inevitable, and necessary, plateau. Here’s why. Kimmy Meinecke blamed herself when she stopped losing weight. For two years, she had been taking a weekly injection of Ozempic to control her diabetes. The medication curbed her appetite so much that sometimes all she ate for dinner was a …

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What fascia is and how it may be key to better health

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Until the early 2000s, doctors believed fascia was just packaging for more important body parts. But researchers have found the tissue plays a vital role in how we function… In recent years, the concept of caring for one’s fascia – the tough, flexible tissue that surrounds and connects muscles, bones and organs like cling wrap …

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Exercise may have numerous benefits to the body when done correctly

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Exercise may have numerous benefits to the body when done correctly. People use different training techniques when seeking to achieve a specific objective. However, in some cases, workouts tend to be overdone, or underdone. If you’re guilty of this, your progress may be hampered and you may fail to achieve your fitness goals.   There …

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Aktiv Solutions Acquires Fitspace Design in Latest Expansion Move

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Aktiv Solutions, a functional fitness supply and design company, has acquired gym design and consulting firm Fitspace Design, the sides announced. Aktiv will integrate Fitspace Design’s user-centric approach with its premium training equipment and digital program offerings. Dave Greene, founder of Fitspace Design, remarked that Aktiv is a true leader in the commercial fitness space and …

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Boutique Fitness Franchise

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Fresh off a spate of newly signed agreements, the Pilates franchise projects triple-digit unit numbers by 2025 JetSet Pilates, a Miami-founded elevated athletic Pilates experience, has announced its rapid expansion plans with franchise agreements signed in New York, North Carolina and Texas, bringing multiple locations to each city. Multiple JetSet studios will also open across …

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Push your body too much and you could end up in A&E – or worse. But how much is too much? And which activities are most likely to end in tears?

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Endless studies show the physical, mental and longevity-based benefits of working out, while plenty suggest that avoiding activity is bad. But read one headline about someone collapsing after a row, or talk to someone whose friend got stress fractures from running, and it sticks in the mind. So, how risky is training too hard? And …

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Worried About Your BMI???

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Devised almost 200 years ago, body mass index is used as a marker of health by many, yet called useless by others. What’s the truth? If I were writing about 200 years ago, the title of this column would be Should I worry about my Quetelet Index?. That’s what BMI, the body mass index, was …

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Leading commercial gym equipment supplier Dyaco UK Ltd confirms appointment of Jon Johnston as Senior Vice President of Europe

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Jon Johnston transitions from UK Managing Director to overseeing the commercial growth of Dyaco UK Ltd across Europe. UK – Dyaco UK Ltd, a leading supplier and manufacturer of premium commercial gym equipment in the UK & Ireland, today announced the appointment of Jon Johnston as Senior Vice President of Europe. The appointment marks a …

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The Whiteley to Welcome West London’s First Third Space

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July 2023: The Whiteley, the iconic London landmark undergoing a £1bn transformation into a mixed-use development that will redefine modern living, has today announced that it will welcome luxury health club Third Space to the project. Renowned for its outstanding and individual clubs, Third Space is revolutionising luxury fitness, offering state-of-the-art facilities, inspiring classes, and expert …

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In Your 40s Want A SIx – Pack

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Olympic champion Sarah Lindsay shares her tried-and-tested formula Sarah Lindsay “really doesn’t like doing loads of sit-ups”. That may seem hard to believe, looking at her uber-toned middle – but the three-time Olympic speed skater believes core strength is built ­elsewhere in the body.    While the bid for a summer six-pack may leave most of us blasting through …

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Glass of beetroot juice a day could halve heart attack risk if you have angina…Experts believe nitrates in the juice help to keep blood vessels open, reducing the risk of heart disease

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A glass of beetroot juice a day could halve the risk of a heart attack or other complications for those with angina, research suggests. The study of 300 patients, who had stents fitted  found those who drank the juice on a daily basis were far less likely to suffer such problems in the two years that …

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How obesity evolved from a lack of willpower into a disease

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Weight-loss jabs are soon to be rolled out across the NHS, marking out obesity as something to be medically managed.   Walk into your local convenience store and take a good look at the shelves. Are you looking at food? Or does the brightly coloured packaging largely contain something engineered to resemble food, but with …

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Walking and yoga ‘can cut risk of cancer spreading or returning’

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For decades, many oncologists have remained reluctant to push patients to exercise, but the tide appears to be turning. Walking for 30 minutes a day and practising yoga can help reduce fatigue in cancer patients and cut the risk of the disease spreading, coming back or resulting in death, research suggests. Globally, more than 18 million …

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How to stay strong and beat the decline to frailty…With around 10 per cent of people aged over 65 living with frailty, here’s how you can prepare your body

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Of all the widely discussed physical signs of ageing, there’s one that often slips under the radar: the moment “falling over” turns into “having a fall” – and we start to take the repercussions seriously. With around one in three adults over 65 having at least one fall a year and around 10 per cent of …

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Rower who suffered rib fractures creates gym equipment to support others

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A British rower who has hopes of becoming an Olympian has designed new gym equipment to support other athletes who may be prone to rib stress fractures. Max Parker, 23, created the GymMax to support other sportspeople, like him, who endure such high training loads that they can fracture their own ribs. The Nottingham Trent …

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Short Workouts For Strength /Health Heart And Mood…Want to transform your health? Quick, vigorous workouts work better than long, slow ones.

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hen it comes to health gains, it matters more how much effort you put in and how breathless you become while working out than how long you spend doing it. That, at least, is the message from researchers at the universities of Cambridge and Leicester who last week published findings in the European Heart Journal …

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Inside Sanctum, the hot new fitness class that will make you cry

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There’s a simple rhythmic chant coming from Peckham’s gorgeously crumbling Asylum Chapel. The chanting gets louder as I stoop through the little wicket gate in the high old oak doors: “Ha. Ha. Ha. Ha. Ha.” The chapel is dark, save for a hot cluster of candles arranged around the baby-faced blond man in microshorts on …

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We Are Too Tired To Lead Healthier Lifestyles, UK Survey Finds……

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Fatigue and lack of motivation top poll of reasons why people don’t improve diet and exercise more It’s the question many of us ask ourselves: why don’t I exercise more, eat better food and generally lead a healthier lifestyle? For many who want to, but just can’t seem to make it happen, it turns out the answer …

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Peloton recalls two million bikes after adjustable seats cause injury hazard

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More than a dozen Peloton customers have reported injuries after the bike’s adjustable seat broke during a ride.  Peloton has recalled more than two million bikes due to safety concerns caused by the adjustable seat breaking during use.   The US Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recall for about 2.2 million bikes after receiving 35 …

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Children and elderly people need exercise to lead a better life..

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Physical activity is crucial for maintaining good health and preventing illness. This is particularly pertinent for young people today, who are faced with a crisis in physical and mental health. The evidence is clear that active children do better and active schools achieve more. Sadly, children exist in a system that is rigged against them – …

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There are workout routines, and there are workout routines. It’s possible to spend countless hours training your body and make little progress despite the time commitment.

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Your time needs to be well-spent in these endeavors. Optimizing your approach is in your best interests. Your workout time can be a time for blocking out all other distractions, focusing on self-improvement, and ultimately improving your mental and physical well-being. So, giving it your all is a no-brainer. How can you optimize the effectiveness of …

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How to get children active, as exercise levels ‘remain concerning’ post-pandemic

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Chlidren spend more time sitting during the week compared to before the pandemic, a new study suggests. The amount of time children spend sedentary during the week is 13 minutes longer each day compared to pre-pandemic, academics at the University of Bristol found. They said that this increased level of inactivity is “concerning”.  Experts examined the physical activity levels …

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Total Fitness Launches New, In-House Baby and Toddler Swimming Lessons

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New Baby Swim classes are the latest addition to Total Fitness’ high variety product offering Members and non-members will be the first to know when Baby and Toddler Swim bookings are available by registering their interest here Lessons will be discounted for members Total Fitness is now recruiting for a variety of roles to deliver the …

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A NEW health, exercise and wellbeing complex will breathe life into a seaside town centre and give the economy a welcome lift.

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Sion Pritchard and Rich Blake, directors of LVL5 Gyms Ltd, are awaiting a decision on plans to transform empty units at the former Tudno Castle hotel site in Llandudno into a high-quality gym, coffee, and smoothie bar, changing rooms, sauna, spin zones and more. The 6,000 square metre two-floor facility will employ up to 10 …

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Shuffle to Aerial Loops: Gymbox launches new line-up of classes throughout spring

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12 April 2023 – Today, London’s boldest gym chain, Gymbox has announced its brand-new timetable of creative classes coming to clubs this spring: Shuffle and Aerial Loops. Never too shy to jump on a trend, Gymbox brings TikTok’s most popular choreo to its pro studios in London’s most social dance class yet, Shuffle. Focusing on …

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EmpoweredFIT Bulks Up: From Small Beginnings to Big Wins with £100,000 NPIF Investment

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Wirral-based EmpoweredFIT has grown its gym exponentially by securing a larger site, increasing its team size, and growing its customer base after securing a £100,000 investment in January 2021 from NPIF – River & GC Microfinance, which River Capital manages in partnership with GC Business Finance as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund. The …

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Gym Owners & Operators Is Your Gym Safe For Your Female Members ?

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A growing number of women no longer feel safe at the gym because of persistent staring, inappropriate physical contact and intimidation. A fitness influencer said UK gym franchises were not doing enough to combat sexual harassment. Natalee Barnett, 23, from London, plans to set up a female-only gym as a result. “I was sexually assaulted in the …

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New Sport and Wellbeing Academy will enhance health and wellbeing of local community

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Nottingham Trent University has announced plans to create a Sport and Wellbeing Academy which will involve offering exercise and nutritional support and advice for patients via NHS referral. It is hoped that the academy, which will provide a free bespoke consultancy service, will play a key role in helping to reduce local health inequalities around …

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UK Gym Breaking Boundaries with Adaptive Athletes as the Focal Point

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The role of a coach can often include getting creative with movement substitutions when it comes to an athlete with an injury or recovering from surgery. While it isn’t that frequent for most, Craig Graham, the owner of CrossFit Alt Movement, is always thinking of new ways to help his adaptive athletes succeed.  One big thing: …

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Welcome to Wodcelona: The Most Inclusive Competition in the World

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Starting a new CrossFit or functional fitness competition from scratch can be difficult. Very difficult. But not for Marc Gil, the founder of Limited Edition Athletes, a non-profit based in Spain whose mission is to “better the quality of life for people with disabilities through CrossFit,” as he explained. Gil is a long-time CrossFit athlete who …

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UK leading fitness franchise investor Empowered Brands announces opening of first of anticipated 250 clubs amidst impressive post-Covid network sales of £33 million

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Innovative boxing and strength training concept UBX to launch in Media City, Salford, March 30th, with six further clubs expected to open their doors by September Empowered Brands, the Milton Keynes’ headquartered fitness franchise investor spearheading the growth of the UK’s leading gym franchise, Energie Fitness, which has over 80 clubs and 114,000 members across …

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How the clocks going forward affects your health – and what you can do about it With incidents of heart attack and stroke set to jump when daylight saving time kicks in this weekend, here’s how to reset

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Could daylight saving time be doing us biological harm?  First devised as a means to save coal during the First World War, daylight saving time is something we Brits have learned to live with. By shifting our clocks an hour forward in spring we get to enjoy an extra hour of summer sunlight in the …

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2023 State of Mind Survey Reveals A Growing Need For Employers To Take Action To Address Workforce Mental Health and Safety

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Released this month, the 2023 Workforce State of Mind Survey results reveal a widening gap between the needs of the workforce and the protection and support provided by employers. Designed to explore the relationship between the mental health of individuals at all levels of the workforce and the action by employers to create protective and …

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Our Tap Water Is Not Safe To Drink & Even Worse Your Bottled Water To Is Contaminated . Chemicals in our water are thought to be linked to fertility problems, increased cholesterol and some cancers. Here’s what to do about it

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The UK’s current drinking water restrictions allow for PFAS levels of up to 100ng/l, 25 Could dangerous chemicals in your drinking water be harming your health? Pressure is building on the UK Government to take more stringent action on the levels of so-called “forever chemicals” in our drinking water, amidst growing evidence that they can lead …

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Britain is the fast food capital of Europe – and it’s driving a mental health crisis A new book explores the idea that what we eat can impact brain function at every stage of life

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What if, instead of starting with your stress levels, work and relationships, a therapist asked you what you had for lunch? Nutrition is a “central yet overlooked and ignored underlying factor in our rising rates of mental illness”, says Kimberley Wilson, a clinical psychologist with a degree in nutrition, in her new book, Unprocessed. There are …

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Shortcut Society is making us very, very sick There are no easy routes when it comes to weight loss – so why did an injection used by celebrities just get approved for use by the NHS?

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Beware health ministers bearing miracle weight-loss solutions. Last week, an injection that apparently helped Kim Kardashian lose 16 pounds so she could fit into Marilyn Monroe’s dress at last year’s Met Gala was approved for use by the NHS in England.  Semaglutide, which makes you feel full so that you eat less, and is said to …

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Staying fit and active throughout life ‘best way to stave off dementia’

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Even taking up exercise in your 60s is better than doing nothing at all for protecting brain health, research suggests.  Staying active throughout adulthood could help stave off dementia though even smaller bouts of exercise may help, research suggests. A long-term study found that people who exercise as they age are more likely to have good …

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FITNESS PLAYGROUND BECOMES ONE PLAYGROUND WITH AN ALL ENCOMPASSING VISION FOR THE FUTURE

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FITNESS PLAYGROUND BECOMES ONE PLAYGROUND WITH AN ALL ENCOMPASSING VISION FOR THE FUTURE  The rebrand will see One Playground offer an all-encompassing fitness, lifestyle and wellness concept under one roof, for one affordable membership.  From March 2, the public will be welcomed to the spectacular new world of One Playground.  From humble beginnings starting as …

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Feeling self-conscious ‘puts many younger people off running’: ways to find your motivation.

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Many of us may want to get into running, but worry about looking silly, or not being as fast as others out pounding the pavement. According to research by the TCS London Marathon’s charity of the year, younger people are most likely to let worries about performance or appearance deter them. In fact, nearly 40% of 18-24-year-olds …

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Club Operator Member in the Spotlight: Basic Fit

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Especially post-pandemic, we are seeing a rising awareness in society and government when it comes to health. Health and well-being are trending topics that need to be further explored and made accessible to the broad public. The benefits – both for our physical but also mental health, are undeniable.   One-fifth of diseases are related to an …

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Body Fit Training make London debut

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Body Fit Training (BFT), Australia’s fastest-growing fitness franchise, is making its London debut with the launch of its first of four studios across South West London on 18th February 2022. Located adjacent to Battersea Power Station, BFT Battersea will introduce the London fitness community to high-intensity group strength and conditioning fitness programmes. Following the success …

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FITcert gets off to a flying start in 2023 with the first Stage 3 contract signed by EVO Fitness Germany Brussels, Belgium, 19th January 2023

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Following the successful launch of the FITcert scheme and its expansion in 2022 with over 2,000 clubs across Europe already signed up, EVO Fitness is the first operator to commit to Stage 3. EVO has signed a contract with IFCI Register to have all their clubs FITcert stage 3 certified in Q1 2023. The FITcert club …

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PureGym Arabia opens its first gym in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

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18 January 2023 – PureGym Arabia, the franchise partner of PureGym Group in the Middle East, today opened its first club in the UAE. The brand new gym, which is located in the Avenue Mall, Nad Al Sheba in Dubai[1] , will provide members with access to high-quality, affordable and flexible fitness. PureGym Arabia opened …

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Parkinson’s UK and Rock Steady Boxing launch new training programme for boxing coaches

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Parkinson’s UK has awarded a physical activity grant to Rock Steady Boxing for a new boxing training programme for coaches in the UK. Non-contact boxing provides a vigorous workout for people with Parkinson’s, and can help them to stay active. Rock Steady Boxing is a not-for-profit organisation based in the United States which provides high intensity …

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Lower Weights Instead Of Raising Them For Bigger Muscles, Study Suggests

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Those who lowered weights saw a greater increase in muscle cells Lowering weights rather than lifting them may be the key to building stronger muscles, new research suggests. Experts found that one type of muscle contraction, simply lowering weights, was just as effective as lowering and raising weights – suggesting that gym-goers could build the same amount …

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Short one-minute bursts of physical activity during daily tasks can prolong lifespan, study finds

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Short one-minute spells of exercise during daily tasks can lead to large reductions in the risk of early death, a new study suggests. The research, published on Thursday in the journal Nature Medicine, said just three to four one-minute bouts of vigorous physical activity is associated with up to a 49 per cent reduction in death …

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Power assisted exercise studio plays critical role in community health

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Lincs Inspire’s Wellness Hub, the first site in the UK to be awarded Innerva Centre of Excellence, is improving the health and wellbeing of local people thanks to its productive partnerships with healthcare organisations. Health improvement co-ordinator, Ian Shorley-Harlow, explains how. Exercise is medicine, which is why the fitness and leisure sector has strived to collaborate with healthcare …

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CIMSPA to raise £100k for Youth Sport Trust

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Loughborough, UK: CIMSPA will climb the UK’s three highest peaks in three days next June, to raise £100k for programmes run by Youth Sport Trust. At least 24 members of the team will collectively be carrying the weight of one child at all school ages 5-16yrs symbolising that “no child is left behind,” while sporting …

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FISIKAL DEVELOPS APP TO HELP OPERATORS MANAGE MEMBER PROMOTIONS

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Fisikal has developed a standalone, white-label app that enables gym owners to run, manage and execute bespoke member acquisition promotions. Rob Lander, CEO, Fisikal explains: “Many gyms continue to face tough times with rising energy prices hiking up costs whilst the cost-of-living crisis places less disposable income in the pocket of the consumer. This is …

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Lower Weights Instead Of Raising Them For Bigger Muscles, Study Suggests

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Those who lowered weights saw a greater increase in muscle cells  Lowering weights rather than lifting them may be the key to building stronger muscles, new research suggests. Experts found that one type of muscle contraction, simply lowering weights, was just as effective as lowering and raising weights – suggesting that gym-goers could build the same amount …

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Fitness Trackers Motivate People To Walk 40 Minutes Extra Per Day, Study Finds People who use the device lose an extra 1kg over 5 months

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Wearing a fitness tracker influences people to walk an extra 40 minutes every day, a new study suggests. Researchers at the University of South Australia reviewed almost 400 studies involving 164,000 people, finding that wearable activity trackers could help prevent health conditions caused by lack of exercise.  They identified a positive link between wearing trackers and activity …

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Study finds moderate intensity exercise is best – a fitness expert explains what that means

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There are so many ways to be active – but how do you know if you’re getting enough of the right type of exercise? Does a gentle walk count, or do you need to be pushing limits and doing ultra-endurance challenges and gruelling HIT classes five times a week? According to new research, when it comes …

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Chief Growth Officer appointed at ‘Multiservice Business of the Year’, Fitness Playground

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Fitness Playground has appointed experienced marketing and sales executive Nick Coulman as its new Chief Growth Officer. Coulman will support sustainable growth for the scaling company, which has just been named Multiservice Business of the Year by industry body AUSactive.The multi-award-winning fitness and wellness company is about to undergo multi-million-dollar renovations in two of its gyms, as well …

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People Who Walk Faster Are Reaping Health Benefits, Experts Find

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Long-accepted forms of exercise may have no benefit in preventing heart disease, experts say Going for a short “brisk” walk every day is more likely to reduce the risk of heart disease than going for longer, leisurely strolls, according to a new study. Those who walk at a faster pace for seven minutes per day cut their …

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FUNXTION PARTNERS WITH CYCLEMASTERS TO ENHANCE MEMBER EXPERIENCE

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Funxtion, experts in B2B personalised digital fitness content, has partnered withCycleMasters, direct-to-customer indoor virtual cycling experiences, to help gymoperators engage and retain their members.The partnership comes after Funxtion recently secured EUR 5.8 million in equity capital toboost the innovation of its customisable digital fitness content SaaS platform and furtherinternal development and international growth.On the collaboration, …

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SALT AYRE BOOSTS MEMBERSHIP AND BECOMES A FLAGSHIP MATRIX FITNESS SITE AFTER FULL REFURB

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Salt Ayre Leisure Centre, run by Lancaster City Council, underwent a full refurbishment of two brand new training areas for members, a gym and a Training Zone, which opened its doors to the public in September 2022. Both of these new areas have been equipped with a full suite of the latest Matrix Fitness equipment, …

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Researchers unlock secret for longer life and it can take as little as four hours a week

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New research reminds older adults to integrate strength training into their exercise regimens: The workouts result in a longer lifespan when combined with aerobic exercise. According to current physical health guidelines outlined by the US Department of Health and Human Services, adults should do at least two days of strength training and two and a half …

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Burpees: The one exercise you should never do, according to celebrity personal trainer

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If you’ve ever winded yourself struggling to get your burpees in – we may have some good news. According to personal trainer, Patrick Murphy, the trainer behind Zac Efron’s enviable body, burpees are one of the exercises “everyone’s doing in the gym” that are actually awful for you. The move, which incorporates jumping, tightening, speed, and fat …

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Why walking speed is more important than hitting 10,000 steps per day

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A faster pace showed positive outcomes for heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, over and above the total number of daily steps taken: You’re walking speed   is just as important as how many steps you take in a day, new Research  suggests. Walking 10,000 steps a day has long been associated with a reduced risk of …

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Escape makes functional training more inclusive and accessible through the launch of its digital coaching experience

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Escape Fitness has completely overhauled its Multi Activity Resource Station (MARS-2.0)  to provide members with access to quality instruction whenever they need it. Breaking down barriers to participation that exist when people feel unsure of how to safely and effectively use equipment, MARS 2.0 bridges the gap between education and equipment, creating an inclusive environment …

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Consuming Whey Protein Can Cause ‘Significant Decrease’ In Cholesterol Levels – Study:

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According to a study, a certain protein powder could help lower cholesterol levels – among other health benefits. Having high cholesterol means you have too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol in your blood. If left untreated it can lead to blockages in the arteries resulting in serious conditions such as heart attacks and …

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2022 Eurobarometer on Sport and Physical Activity reveals that 45% of Europeans never exercise or play sport

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The European Commission has recently published the 5th Eurobarometer on Sport and Physical Activity on September 2022. Results are based on a 20-question survey from 26,580 Europeans from all 27 Member States. Some of the key findings revealed that 45% of Europeans currently never exercise or partake in physical activity. The survey also unveiled that during …

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The weight is over as award-winning gym lifts off in Leicester + press invite on 22nd September

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Founded in 2017 by Princess Diana’s personal trainer Cameron Falloon, BFT specialises in progressive 50-minute functional strength, cardio, and conditioning-based classes across 13 different workout programmes, each designed to reduce fat and create lean muscle.   The state-of-the-art gym, which is the first of its kind in the UK, is being launched by Leicestershire locals, …

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Premiere: HYROX at FIBO In 2023 FIBO will extend its join-in sports ranges to include the HYROX fitness contest, to be held at the World’s Leading Trade Show for Fitness, Wellness and Health in Cologne from 13 to 16 April.

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Functional Training, HIIT, running: three competition methods, one competition for everyone. What celebrated its premiere in Hamburg in 2017, has become one of the most demanding fitness challenges since. In 2023 FIBO will bring the “HYROX” sporting event to the Exhibition Centre Cologne as part of a new cooperation. Promoting physical exercise in everyday life …

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Health: Wales’ children get F in fitness in global study

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Out-of-shape children in Wales are among the world’s least fit, according to new research. With colleagues from 60 countries, researchers gave Wales’ youngsters an F for fitness. Swansea University found half of three to 17-year-olds exercised the recommended 60 minutes a day, dropping to a fifth for 11 to 16-year-olds. The Welsh government said it …

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RLSS UK announces new location for second Open Water Festival 2022

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After the success of the Royal Life Saving Society UK’s (RLSS UK) Open Water Festival in Evesham, Worcestershire, the charity has announced a second festival which is set to take place at Manvers Lake, Rotherham. With the dates confirmed for Sunday 18 th September, the festival will see five swim opportunities taking place throughout the …

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INCLUSIVE FITNESS EMPOWERS OUR COMMUNITY

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Our Empower and Empower+ programs at Yarra Leisure are now more accessible than ever, thanks to a partnership with AUSactive. We’ve joined AUSactive’s All ABILITIES (Australia Brings Inclusivity to Life, Through Innovation, Transformation In an Exercising Society). All ABILITIES facilitates education for fitness businesses and partnerships with disability service providers, which increases opportunities for people with disabilities …

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Active Nation Invests In FitTech To Drive Supporter Engagement

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As part of its drive to inspire  a much wider segment of the community to be physically active, Active Nation has agreed a 5-year partnership with leading connected gym floor provider, EGYM. Kicking off the partnership, Active Nation Yarborough in Lincoln has installed a Smart Strength Series circuit and Fitness Hub to support trainers in …

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CrossFit Games: Northern Ireland girl dubbed world’s fittest teen after win

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A 15-year-old girl from Newtownards has been dubbed the world’s fittest teenager after taking gold at the World CrossFit Games. Lucy McConigle secured the win for her age group at the event in Madison, Wisconsin last weekend. She then went on to win two bronze medals at the European Youth Weightlifting Championships in Poland this …

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ANYTIME FITNESS ENHANCES COACHING OFFERING WITH INTERNATIONAL FITNESS ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP

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Anytime Fitness has announced a new partnership with leading fitness education experts, the International Fitness Academy (IFA), to significantly increase the availability of high-quality personalised coaching to its members. With coaching and member support at the heart of Anytime Fitness’ offering, the partnership will make industry-leading fitness qualifications more accessible to its club staff, providing …

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Peloton Studios London, Peloton’s state-of-the-art European flagship location will open to the public on August 19th!

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We are excited to share that Peloton Studios London, Peloton’s state-of-the-art European flagship location will open to the public on August 19th! Located on Floral Street, Covent Garden, the 30,000 square foot space will host and broadcast Peloton’s renowned Cycling, Tread and strength classes to its community of 7 million members and now both Peloton …

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XCELERATE GYMS to open fourth site in the UK with East Grinstead confirmed

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XCELERATE GYMS, the fast growing UK-based health and fitness franchise with a unique family offering at its core, has confirmed its fourth site will open in East Grinstead, West Sussex, in Autumn 2022. Following on from the successful opening of XCELERATE GYMS Solihull and Forest Hill at the end of July, the brand is quickly …

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World Class Wellness Experience To Debut In Swansea

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Working in partnership with international fitness operator, UTime Fitness, Escape Fitness has been commissioned to design and deliver a 24-hour workout environment as part of true Swansea – a brand new ‘Student City’ concept from accommodation provider, true student, that offers 360 wellness through an ecosystem of experiences including UTime, doza pizzeria, outdoor riverside spaces …

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GOLD’S GYM GLENDALE INSTALL STANDOUT FUNCTIONAL CENTREPIECE WITH ESCAPE FITNESS

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Gold’s Gym, Glendale, California, has partnered with Escape Fitness to create an eye-catching, Olympic lifting centre piece in its gym by installing a standout Octagon Frame. With state-of-the-art facilities to suit every fitness ability and exercise preference, the team is dedicated to bringing the latest fitness methods and workouts to its 1500 members. Troy Richardson, …

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ANYTIME FITNESS ANNOUNCES MATRIX FITNESS AS OFFICIAL GLOBAL SUPPLIER

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Johnson Health Tech Co., is delighted to announce its premium commercial brand Matrix Fitness has been officially appointed as a Global Supplier to the Anytime Fitness club chain. Anytime Fitness is the fastest-growing gym franchise in the world, averaging 300 new gyms per year while serving 4.2 million members at more than 4,900 gyms and …

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EGYM announces integration with software provider Fisikal

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The partnership aims to expand capabilities for EGYM enterprise customers running multi-site operations. ● The combined offering is targeted at enterprise customers running multi-site operations. ● Enables advanced flexible class & personal trainer bookings and payment support via seamless integration with the EGYM Branded Member App. ● Future projects are already in the pipeline. ● …

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NEW 1REBEL STUDIO TO TAKE CENTRE STAGE IN THE CAPITAL Boutique fitness chain set to open milestone 10th club in the heart of London’s West End

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  1Rebel, London’s leading boutique fitness studio, is pleased to announce it is opening its 10th London club on Monday 27thJune. Set in the heart of London’s theatre land in Covent Garden, just a stone’s throw from the Central Plaza, the opening marks a major milestone for 1Rebel, which was founded in 2015 by James …

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Shapemaster appoints new national sales manager to drive growth

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Shapemaster, specialists in exercise equipment for older adults, is pleased to announce the appointment of Liz Wright as its new national sales manager. In her new role, Liz will work with public sector operators to support the UK’s ageing population with Shapemaster’s growing suite of power-assisted products. Prior to joining Shapemaster, Liz worked at the …

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LEADING HEALTH CLUB TOTAL FITNESS LAUNCHES SQUAD SESSIONS FOR MEMBERS WHO LOVE WORKING OUT WITH FRIENDS

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The Squad Stop Roadshow will run from Monday 6th June to Wednesday 22nd June across eight Total Fitness clubs High-intensity Squad Sessions combine a mix of cardio and resistance workouts, guaranteed to make members sweat Research from leading health club brand Total Fitness reveals 35% of new members say having a friend to go to …

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LEADING lights in business and training are powering ahead with plans to open a revolutionary new health and fitness complex later this year.

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Sion Pritchard and Rich Blake have launched LVL5 Gyms Ltd, taking a fresh approach to the industry with proposals for an accessible, innovative environment welcoming people of all ages and abilities. The duo invested in state-of-the-art equipment – including localised Cryotherapy and the region’s first Fit3D Proscanner – and envision a completely different offering centred on positivity …

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Sport For Confidence Selected By Sport England To Support A 10-Year Drive To Level Up Inequalities In Sport and Physical Activity

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Due to an evidence-based demonstration of its ability and ongoing intent to create a more equitable society by tackling inequalities that exist in sport and physical activity, Sport For Confidence CIC is amongst a group of over 120 organisations working in partnership with Sport England to level up access to sport and physical activity across …

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Why ‘exercise snacking’ could extend your life by two years

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Just 10 minutes’ walking, gardening or simply moving about pays health dividends: By Jessica Salter Jessica Salter is taught by personal trainer Elisa Grosso at the Movementum Studio in London CREDIT: Simon Turnbulll and Rii Schroer  How much exercise do you think you need – and how much do you actually do? Despite extreme exercise trends that …

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