On Your Marks, Get Set, Go

Whether you’re someone who embarked on a fitness journey during lockdown, or you’re still getting warmed up to the idea, Paisley’s sports and fitness experts are here to help you get active!

CURVES, PAISLEY Curves Paisley was reopened by Siobhan Kavanagh in September of 2019 and has prospered ever since.

“My vision was to create a space where women of all ages, shapes and sizes can train, get nutritional guidance & become part of a community,” said Siobhan. “We find that if a member actually has fun when working out and feels valued, she’ll keep coming back as she feels good on an emotional and physical level.

“Our key values revolve around supporting and empowering our community every single day! Curves is a gym, an education centre, a social hub and a safe space, as well as a lifeline and a friendship for so many women!” www.curves.eu/uk/clubs/curves-paisley

DOOLEY’S CYCLES There’s only one name in Paisley that encapsulates bicycles and that’s Dooley’s Cycles.

A proud family business since 1952, there’s few folk in the town who didn’t get their first or favourite bike from the original Moss Street store.

Now with bigger premises in Causeyside Street, owner Ian Dooley and his team strive to offer an excellent service at a competitive price.

“We have everything you’ll need for cycling,” said Ian. “So, if you’re looking for a first bike or a bike to get to and from work, or looking to race at a top level, we have a full range of mountain bikes, racing bikes, hybrid bikes, E-bikes and kids bikes to suit all budgets.

“We also offer full servicing, repairs and a range of cycling accessories, clothing, helmets and footwear plus you can also take advantage of our instore coffee shop.”

Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Dooleys-Cycles

SUMMITS OUTDOOR Based on Moss Street, Summit Outdoors are outdoor specialists and remain anchored by their founder, Alex, to this day.

“Most of our regular customers will have a story involving him”, Summits’ Aleena told us. “He is the most active member out of the lot of us – yet double most of our ages – with humour that would make anyone laugh.”

Built around quality products, competitive prices, great customer service and, above all, a passion for the outdoors, they believe that staycations and camping gear will keep them busy throughout spring and summer.

“Our main goal is to ensure we can meet this demand by getting enough products in for everyone!” said Aleena.

Visit www.summits.co.uk for all your outdoor clothing, footwear, tents and camping essentials.

MUSCLEBOUND UK Crowned best Scottish Independent Sports Retailer in 2018, Musclebound in New Street houses all the leading brands in the fields of sports supplements, MMA and Thai Boxing.

“I worked in a sports health shop based in Glasgow and decided it was time to go it alone in 2005,” said owner Kad Ahmad. “Since then, I’ve never looked back and I’ve established a very loyal customer base that trusts me and always comes back for the latest stock.

“In this industry, you have to have an insight into what’s coming out on the market and that's aided by experience.

“You get to know your customers’ needs and we want to be known as a one stop store.”

Visit musclebound.uk.com

ICONIC FITNESS Led by Paisley Buddie Fiona McLean, Lawn Street’s Iconic fitness is gearing up for a “lockdown weight knockdown.”

“We’re the only locally owned gym at the heart of Paisley and our trainers are from the area as well,” said Fiona. “For us, it’s all about providing a very personal service. Our staff know that the first step through the front door is the hardest. After that, it gets a lot easier.

“We have a really diverse client-base, ranging from age 14 to 84 and there’s such a wide range of services on offer, from personalised workouts to 50+ exercise classes plus walking and running clubs. Staying fit and healthy reduces your chance of getting COVID, so come down, keep fit and fight the virus with us!”

With memberships available from just £20, visit www. iconic.fitness/join

COLD BLOODED SPORTS Cold Blooded Sports in Silk Street is one of Scotland’s leading ice hockey and figure skating specialists, offering a fast, professional and friendly service at competitive prices.Building up a loyal community throughout Renfrewshire, all the team have a substantial background in ice hockey and skating.

“This extensive knowledge has allowed us to offer the best service for our customers at Cold Blooded Sports,” said Pamela. “We also offer an after-sale support which is second to none and we provide an expert skate repair & maintenance service too.

“We also recently launched our new Sponsored Athlete Ambassador Team, working with players across all levels of the game who represent the ethos of what TeamCBS is all about. We are proud supporters of grass roots ice sports and want to support the athletes who are all about the sport and share our passion in promoting it.”

See www.coldbloodedsports.com for further info.