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Chepstow Leisure Centre adds outdoor gym

Virgin Active partners with CoverMe Fitness

Physical activity must form part of prevention strategy alongside GLP-1

Chepstow Leisure Centre has enhanced its community-focused services with the launch of a new outdoor gym.

Initially piloted as a group exercise cover solution to minimise class cancellations, boost staff engagement and enhance the member experience, the CoverMe app has now been rolled out across the Virgin Active UK estate and is being implemented in various areas of team management.

ukactive and CIMSPA have issued a joint statement on the Government’s announcement about its investment in weight-loss drug GLP-1

The Fitness Group, the UK’s leading fitness education training provider, has appointed David Stalker as associate director.

The Shedquarters partner with Physical

Functional training franchise The Shredquarters has come together with fitness equipment supplier Physical to launch FUSE – a new boutique fitness franchise.

Soul Padel opens new Decathlon facility

After the huge success of Soul Padel's temporary Stockport courts, which experienced overwhelming demand and consistent bookings, the company is excited to announce its new permanent four-court padel facility adjacent to leading sports goods retailer Decathlon.

ISG Ltd subsidiaries file for administration

Six subsidiaries of contractor ISG Ltd have filed notices with the UK courts to enter administration. The subsidiaries affected are ISG Construction Limited, ISG Engineering Services Limited, ISG Retail Limited, ISG UK Retail Limited, ISG Jackson Limited, and ISG Central Services Limited.

Glasgow to host 2026 Commonwealth Games

Glasgow is set to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games after securing backing from the Scottish government. The event, which will return to the city 12 years after its last stint, will be scaled down compared to previous editions, featuring fewer sports and athletes.

TRX® unveils full-service installation in gyms

TRX, the global leader in functional training products, has launched a new offering to enhance gym spaces with their space saving Functional Training systems called TRX Studio Line.