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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Chicago news

Urban wellness brand Othership has ambitions to expand its social bathhouse concept throughout North America,
London has gained a substantial new urban spa in Belgravia following The Peninsula London’s grand
Sony Pictures is set to launch an immersive indoor entertainment park at Oakbrook Center in
Sustainable Irish marine wellbeing brand Voya has been named the exclusive supplier of the new
Soho House is set to unveil seven new locations across the UK, North America and
Functional fitness company P.volve has opened its first franchise studio in San Diego, which adds
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
Arch Amenities Group* (AAG) has expanded its executive team and appointed Susan Grey and Todd
Live-streaming platform Heygo has ventured into the cultural visitor attractions sector by partnering with a
Perspire Sauna Studio, the infrared and red light therapy (RLT) sauna franchise, has reported a
Scandinative, a brand new Nordic spa-themed wellness concept will land in Alexandria, Washington DC, in
Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment, has announced the extension of its
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Bathroom fixtures company Kohler has unveiled its redesigned and expanded Kohler Waters Spa in Burr
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has named Melissa Ruminot as its president-elect. Ruminot, a current
Silofit has raised a total of US$12.25m of funding, which it will invest in establishing
Eleiko, a leading manufacturer and supplier of strength equipment, is set to build a new
The US fitness industry is mobilising to support the Gym Mitigation and Survival (GYMs) Act,
Steven Schwartz, CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs, has announced the sale of the company's Midtown
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
The Skydeck attraction at the Willis Tower in Chicago – which held the title of
Ravinia Festival, which organises the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States, is preparing
GM of Miraval Austin, Anthony Duggan, has been appointed area vice president of Miraval Group
Boutique fitness behemoth Xponential Fitness has added boxing studio operator Rumble to its ever-growing portfolio
Wellness tech platform, Spa Space, has launched a turnkey technology solution to improve operating efficiencies
The iconic Midtown Athletic Club in Chicago is among the city's fitness facilities which have
Indoor cycling brand, Flywheel, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and closed all its US
Ayurveda aromatherapy product house, Subtle Energies, has developed two programmes for people coming out of
Airport spa operator XpresSpa is joining the efforts to combat coronavirus by offering its airport
Anthony Duggan has been appointed GM of wellness destination Miraval Austin, Texas, US. Duggan brings
Atari have announced that they are working with GSD Group and film producer Napoleon Smith
EverybodyFights, a boutique fitness franchise founded by George Foreman III, has opened its latest studio
It's been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been there
A local fitness operator with 11 clubs in Chicago, US, is looking to muscle in
US-based climbing centre operator Brooklyn Boulders is looking to expand its boutique fitness studio concept
Twelve new students have been enrolled in the Andrew W. Mellon Undergraduate Curatorial Fellowship programme,
An immersive jungle-themed experience including an escape from a T-Rex is among the activities planned
Updated designs of the Barack Obama Presidential Center have been released showing a more sculptural
Kohler has opened its fifth spa in Chicago. The Kohler Waters Spa Lincoln Park has
Billionaire hedge fund manager Kenneth C. Griffin is to have the Museum of Science and
CIDESCO International, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced that
New York-based Tod Williams and Billie Tsien, who are currently designing the Barack Obama Presidential
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
GymNation was created to provide a better kind of gym experience, one that builds strength ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

Chicago news

Urban wellness brand Othership has ambitions to expand its social bathhouse concept throughout North America,
London has gained a substantial new urban spa in Belgravia following The Peninsula London’s grand
Sony Pictures is set to launch an immersive indoor entertainment park at Oakbrook Center in
Sustainable Irish marine wellbeing brand Voya has been named the exclusive supplier of the new
Soho House is set to unveil seven new locations across the UK, North America and
Functional fitness company P.volve has opened its first franchise studio in San Diego, which adds
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
Arch Amenities Group* (AAG) has expanded its executive team and appointed Susan Grey and Todd
Live-streaming platform Heygo has ventured into the cultural visitor attractions sector by partnering with a
Perspire Sauna Studio, the infrared and red light therapy (RLT) sauna franchise, has reported a
Scandinative, a brand new Nordic spa-themed wellness concept will land in Alexandria, Washington DC, in
Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment, has announced the extension of its
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Bathroom fixtures company Kohler has unveiled its redesigned and expanded Kohler Waters Spa in Burr
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has named Melissa Ruminot as its president-elect. Ruminot, a current
Silofit has raised a total of US$12.25m of funding, which it will invest in establishing
Eleiko, a leading manufacturer and supplier of strength equipment, is set to build a new
The US fitness industry is mobilising to support the Gym Mitigation and Survival (GYMs) Act,
Steven Schwartz, CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs, has announced the sale of the company's Midtown
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
The Skydeck attraction at the Willis Tower in Chicago – which held the title of
Ravinia Festival, which organises the oldest outdoor music festival in the United States, is preparing
GM of Miraval Austin, Anthony Duggan, has been appointed area vice president of Miraval Group
Boutique fitness behemoth Xponential Fitness has added boxing studio operator Rumble to its ever-growing portfolio
Wellness tech platform, Spa Space, has launched a turnkey technology solution to improve operating efficiencies
The iconic Midtown Athletic Club in Chicago is among the city's fitness facilities which have
Indoor cycling brand, Flywheel, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and closed all its US
Ayurveda aromatherapy product house, Subtle Energies, has developed two programmes for people coming out of
Airport spa operator XpresSpa is joining the efforts to combat coronavirus by offering its airport
Anthony Duggan has been appointed GM of wellness destination Miraval Austin, Texas, US. Duggan brings
Atari have announced that they are working with GSD Group and film producer Napoleon Smith
EverybodyFights, a boutique fitness franchise founded by George Foreman III, has opened its latest studio
It's been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been there
A local fitness operator with 11 clubs in Chicago, US, is looking to muscle in
US-based climbing centre operator Brooklyn Boulders is looking to expand its boutique fitness studio concept
Twelve new students have been enrolled in the Andrew W. Mellon Undergraduate Curatorial Fellowship programme,
An immersive jungle-themed experience including an escape from a T-Rex is among the activities planned
Updated designs of the Barack Obama Presidential Center have been released showing a more sculptural
Kohler has opened its fifth spa in Chicago. The Kohler Waters Spa Lincoln Park has
Billionaire hedge fund manager Kenneth C. Griffin is to have the Museum of Science and
CIDESCO International, the standards setter for the global spa and beauty industries, has announced that
New York-based Tod Williams and Billie Tsien, who are currently designing the Barack Obama Presidential
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Recent work includes a gym refurb for a number of Everyone Active sites and a full range of merchandise for the Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
GymNation was created to provide a better kind of gym experience, one that builds strength ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Panatta Srl
Panatta's mission is to create machines that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and competitive in price ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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