So, you’re looking to drop a few dress sizes but have always steered clear of Weight Training in the fear that you’ll get “bulky”. Or you may feel that the quickest way to lose those love handles is endless bouts of cardio and the most up-to-date “scientifically proven” dietary fad. You may just not see the point of lifting heavy things in t...

Everyone loves a bank holiday and a long weekend! Remember to check out our opening times. If your regular LED Leisure Centre is closed we recommend making the most of your membership and visiting another site where possible on this occasion.  Axminster Leisure Centre Thursday 2nd June: Closed Friday 3rd June: Closed Saturday 4th June: Normal hours Sunday 5t...

Benefits of Exercise for Teenagers It’s that time of year again! Back to school for juniors across East Devon and Somerset. Thanks to Raheem Sterling’s heroics and team GB it really has been an inspiring summer of sport. LED Community Leisure are here to keep juniors inspired and motivated to maintain a healthy lifestyle as they return to school. In this blog, I will outline some...

Jumping rope, your new favourite way to exercise! There are many different types of cardiovascular exercise that you can do to get fit and healthy. Over the past few years there has been a resurgence in popularity of jumping rope, (also known as skipping). Much of this is from social media and the prevalence of YouTube jump rope channels such as Jump Rope Dudes and Rush Athletics TV. In th...

The benefits of strength training With gyms across the UK reopening on the 12th of April earlier this year, many people have enjoyed coming back to the gym, taking part in group exercise classes and returning to the swimming pool. If you want to get back to your previous fitness levels or are looking to try something new and exciting then this blog is for you! In this blog, I wi...

Following the latest government update outlining the roadmap to eased restrictions our team have taken time to fully understand how LED Community Leisure facilities can safely re-open. We would like to thank our members and staff for their continued support and patience during this period. Please see below outline of the Government’s re-opening roadmap and key dates for LED members. &nbs...

LED is here to support you online whilst our centres are closed. In this 4-part series, Barnaby will be outlining how physical activity and good nutrition can support a healthy immune system whilst providing you with guidance on how to stay active during lockdown and how LED can support you online. When I planned this 4-part series I wasn’t really sure what the 4th and final pi...

LED is here to support you online whilst our centres are closed. In this 4-part series, Barnaby will be outlining how physical activity and good nutrition can support a healthy immune system whilst providing you with guidance on how to stay active during lockdown and how LED can support you online. In July 2020 Public Health England estimated that having a BMI of 35 to 40 could increas...

Sidmouth Swimming Pool won ‘Most Improved Club of the Year’ as software provider ‘TRP’ unveiled the winners of its annual 2020 Member Experience Awards (MEA). Now in its third year, the MEA has been created to recognise and reward health and fitness clubs, leisure centres, gyms, swimming pools and golf clubs across the globe for consistent delivery of exceptional member ...

LED is here to support you online whilst our centres are closed. In this 4-part series, Barnaby will be outlining how physical activity and good nutrition can support a healthy immune system whilst providing you with guidance on how to stay active during lockdown and how LED can support you online. Nutrition & Immunity Food is essential to life. The food we consume provides our bo...