Fitness Vs Wellness: What’s the Difference & Where is the Industry Heading?

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Once upon a time, being physically fit was THE goal to aim for. A run before work, a pilates class at lunch, and an hour in the gym once you’d clocked off for the day was seen as something to strive for. And whilst being physically fit to the best of our abilities is, of course, still incredibly important, it is no longer the only objective. It’s time to talk about fitness vs wellness.

Wellbeing at work: 2022 corporate wellness design trends for employers

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Employee wellbeing has been a much talked about topic for some time, with many companies now stepping up their commitments to provide an employee wellness program as a result of the pandemic.

Zynk design a unique space for The Hut Group’s new ICON Gym

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Zynk have recently completed the design for e-commerce giant The Hut Group’s executives and influencers gym, located in the new ICON Studios in Manchester.

5 Things to Consider in your Gym Design

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]The pandemic has meant that the health and fitness industry has had to adapt significantly in the past year. Gyms have had to find ways to provide alternative workout options from home that still offer an engaging, enjoyable experience for their customers, which is no easy feat.

How corporate wellbeing can improve brand perception

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Recent studies have shown that 71% of consumers prefer buying from, or working with, companies that are aligned with their values. What’s more, 90% of consumers have said that it is important to them that brands take care of their employees.

How much space do you need for a home gym?

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Following the pandemic, many of us are continuing to spend a lot of time at home. In fact, 75% of consumers intend to continue working out from home.

The pandemic has also exacerbated an already growing trend in health and wellbeing, with interest in wellness now being at an all time high.

It’s no surprise that wellness real estate (which refers to homes being designed and built to support the wellbeing of residents) is more in demand than ever. There are many benefits to investing in your wellbeing, and we’ve looked into the impact this can have on your home in our recent blog: Why a high-end home gym will be your best investment in 2021.

If you’re considering transforming your property with the inclusion of a luxury home gym, we’ve listed out the different types of home gym designs to consider.

And you might be wondering how much space you need for a high-end home gym to be able to both exercise and relax. We’ve listed everything you should consider below.

Why golf simulators are the entertainment of the future

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Zynk appointed by GRND HOUSE to design flagship site

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]zynk have been appointed to design the first and flagship site for GRND HOUSE.

zynk appointed by global investment company to design wellness space

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]zynk are delighted to have been appointed by a global investment management company to design a health and wellness space for their new dedicated wellness pavilion. 

Gym layout design: Improving customer experience using layout techniques

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Regardless of the type of fitness facility, every gym layout design should be created with members in mind at all times.