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Gyms should be places where everyone feels welcome, confident and able to take part in exercise. This is a practical resource for gym owners, managers, fitness instructors, and anyone supporting inclusive gyms. This is designed to help you recognise barriers in fitness spaces and take practical steps to remove them so everyone can take part.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Everyone benefits when gyms are inclusive. When people feel welcome and supported, they are more likely to move, stay active, and feel a sense of belonging.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Explore our core resource areas. Each one includes practical, easy-to-use guidance for your various roles.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Evidence-informed tips from university research partners and people with lived experience navigating gym spaces, including disabled people<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Gyms weren’t built for Every Body. Let’s change that. Gyms should be places where everyone feels welcome, confident and able to take part in exercise. This is a practical resource for gym owners, managers, fitness instructors, and anyone supporting inclusive gyms. 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