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Specifying commercial Pilates equipment for studios, gyms, and leisure centres - Gym Gear
Specifying commercial Pilates equipment for studios, gyms, and leisure centres
Pilates equipment is increasingly specified as a permanent part of commercial gyms, studios, and leisure centres. This article explains how professional facilities should approach Pilates equipment selection, layout integration, durability,... Read more...
Choosing the right gym flooring for different training zones - Gym Gear
Choosing the right gym flooring for different training zones
Gym flooring is a core performance and safety decision that directly influences how training spaces function over time. Different training zones place very different demands on the floor beneath them,... Read more...
Choosing the right gym equipment for secondary school fitness suites - Gym Gear
Choosing the right gym equipment for secondary school fitness suites
Designing a fitness suite for a secondary school requires a very different approach to a commercial gym. This blog explores how the right equipment choices support safeguarding, curriculum delivery, and... Read more...
7 Reasons Your Fitness Space Needs Decline Treadmills - Gym Gear
7 Reasons Your Fitness Space Needs Decline Treadmills
Decline treadmill training is often overlooked in favour of incline walking or steady-state running. However, controlled downhill movement introduces a different training stimulus that can be valuable in structured gym... Read more...
Fitness Plus Increase Member Retention with Body Composition Analysis - Gym Gear
Fitness Plus Increase Member Retention with Body Composition Analysis
Improving gym membership retention rate Fitness Plus chose the Mediana i30 Body Analyser for its advanced capabilities. This device measures protein, body water, fat, and minerals, giving users a comprehensive... Read more...
The History and Evolution of Medicine Balls in the UK - Gym Gear
The History and Evolution of Medicine Balls in the UK
From the grand halls of medieval castles to modern gyms and fitness centres, the medicine ball has maintained its place as a dynamic and versatile fitness tool throughout British history.... Read more...
What Is a Medicine Ball? - Gym Gear
What Is a Medicine Ball?
If you have ever spent time in a gym or followed structured fitness routines, you have likely come across a weighted ball used across a wide range of training styles.... Read more...
Smith Machines: 2023 Guide - Gym Gear
Smith Machines: 2023 Guide
Gym-goers and fitness enthusiasts often look for efficient, well-established equipment to support structured strength training. Among the machines that continue to hold a firm place in gym environments, the Smith... Read more...
How to Choose the Right Kettlebell for Your Training - Gym Gear
How to Choose the Right Kettlebell for Your Training
Starting a fitness journey can feel both motivating and daunting. With so many exercise tools available, selecting the right kettlebell can be one of the more confusing decisions. Understanding how... Read more...
Safety First: How to Avoid Common Dumbbell Injuries - Gym Gear
Safety First: How to Avoid Common Dumbbell Injuries
While strength training with dumbbells is an effective way to build strength and improve overall fitness, it is important to recognise that, like any form of resistance training, it carries... Read more...
Strength Training Essentials: A Guide to Choosing the Right Weightlifting Equipment - Gym Gear
Strength Training Essentials: A Guide to Choosing the Right Weightlifting Equipment
Strength training is an essential part of a well-rounded fitness routine. It supports muscle development, metabolic health, bone density, and overall wellbeing. Selecting appropriate weightlifting equipment for a home gym... Read more...
How to Choose the Right Olympic Barbell - Gym Gear
How to Choose the Right Olympic Barbell
Selecting an Olympic barbell is an important decision for anyone aiming to perform weightlifting movements with effectiveness and safety. This guidance is designed to help you understand the main features... Read more...