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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Forever news

Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
According to the annual US consumer health and wellness survey from Life Time, people are
HCM editor, Liz Terry, has called on the sector to step up to assist the
Attractions.io has created a bespoke night-time app for UK theme park Alton Towers, which the
Dorothy Purdew OBE, industry veteran and co-owner and chair of UK-based health spa chain Champneys,
Entrepreneur Steven Bartlett, perhaps most famous for his role in BBC's Dragon's Den, has invested
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Product house Elemis has announced the death of Jan Kuśmirek. He was 76. Working alongside
Hilton Hotels & Resorts will expand its luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand with a
The Hall of Fame Village in Canton, Ohio, US, has added a number of new
Drop Fitness has launched its first club – a 25,000sq ft space – in the
Building work on Universal's Epic Universe – a new theme park at the Universal Orlando
Actress, singer and long-term wellness advocate, Dame Olivia Newton-John has died aged 73. Newton-John became
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The craft functional beverage company Good Pharma has expanded its plant-based wellbeing-centric beverage selection with
Expert comment from Ernst De Neef, CEO, Funxtion In just over two years, the fitness
The global wellness economy will grow by 9.9 per cent annually and reach US$7trn by
The creative geniuses behind the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man darkride at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Swim England has warned that 2,000 swimming pools could be lost forever unless the government
A new spa has opened in Budapest, with design influenced by the city’s historical links
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
A £30m luxury leisure development scheme which has been more than a decade in the
Throughout the pandemic, the International Spa Association (ISPA) has championed the strength of the spa
One in three councils in England are expecting to close at least one of their
Globally-recognised German aesthetics doctor Dr Barbara Sturm has expanded the global footprint of her Boutique
In a surprise move, Peloton – which finished its last financial quarter with US$2bn cash
Snowmaking specialists TechnoAlpin has partnered with Swarovski to create a 65sq m indoor snowfall experience
In collaboration with ukactive, FunXtion has driven a global discussion with some of the world’s
Wellness destination and spa, Rancho La Puerta, has announced plans for a private, wellness-focused village
Momentum is gathering pace in the push for a U-turn on the government's decision to
The varying approaches taken by the UK's four home nations to reopening businesses is creating
ukactive’s new strategic partner, QuikSwitch, has urged gym operators concerned about the impact of coronavirus
Home residences at the Waldorf Astoria New York have been made available to buy for
International wellness event the Healing Summit has announced its theme and speakers for the 2020
It has been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been
For the first time, a woman has been crowned top aufguss master in the world
This year's Netball World Cup, held in Liverpool in July, is already providing a legacy
The chain of 19 islands forever associated with Charles Darwin’s Origin of Species will soon
Universal has finally confirmed plans for its fourth gate in Orlando, officially announcing its Epic
A new project in Mexico will be focused on a transformational travel experience designed to
The Women in Wellness Leadership Conference, set to take place on 12 March in New
Sustrans has called for the transformation and improvement of the UK-wide National Cycle Network, which
The spa at The Ritz Carlton, Herzliya has announced an exclusive brand partnership with Israeli
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
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
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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
Editor's letter
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
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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 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
Even though it’s been 14 years, it feels as though we’re just getting started
HCM magazine
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Core Health & Fitness
Core Health & Fitness creates dynamic fitness experiences for the global market with products and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
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
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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

Forever news

Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
According to the annual US consumer health and wellness survey from Life Time, people are
HCM editor, Liz Terry, has called on the sector to step up to assist the
Attractions.io has created a bespoke night-time app for UK theme park Alton Towers, which the
Dorothy Purdew OBE, industry veteran and co-owner and chair of UK-based health spa chain Champneys,
Entrepreneur Steven Bartlett, perhaps most famous for his role in BBC's Dragon's Den, has invested
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Product house Elemis has announced the death of Jan Kuśmirek. He was 76. Working alongside
Hilton Hotels & Resorts will expand its luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand with a
The Hall of Fame Village in Canton, Ohio, US, has added a number of new
Drop Fitness has launched its first club – a 25,000sq ft space – in the
Building work on Universal's Epic Universe – a new theme park at the Universal Orlando
Actress, singer and long-term wellness advocate, Dame Olivia Newton-John has died aged 73. Newton-John became
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The craft functional beverage company Good Pharma has expanded its plant-based wellbeing-centric beverage selection with
Expert comment from Ernst De Neef, CEO, Funxtion In just over two years, the fitness
The global wellness economy will grow by 9.9 per cent annually and reach US$7trn by
The creative geniuses behind the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man darkride at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Swim England has warned that 2,000 swimming pools could be lost forever unless the government
A new spa has opened in Budapest, with design influenced by the city’s historical links
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
A £30m luxury leisure development scheme which has been more than a decade in the
Throughout the pandemic, the International Spa Association (ISPA) has championed the strength of the spa
One in three councils in England are expecting to close at least one of their
Globally-recognised German aesthetics doctor Dr Barbara Sturm has expanded the global footprint of her Boutique
In a surprise move, Peloton – which finished its last financial quarter with US$2bn cash
Snowmaking specialists TechnoAlpin has partnered with Swarovski to create a 65sq m indoor snowfall experience
In collaboration with ukactive, FunXtion has driven a global discussion with some of the world’s
Wellness destination and spa, Rancho La Puerta, has announced plans for a private, wellness-focused village
Momentum is gathering pace in the push for a U-turn on the government's decision to
The varying approaches taken by the UK's four home nations to reopening businesses is creating
ukactive’s new strategic partner, QuikSwitch, has urged gym operators concerned about the impact of coronavirus
Home residences at the Waldorf Astoria New York have been made available to buy for
International wellness event the Healing Summit has announced its theme and speakers for the 2020
It has been another momentous year in the attractions industry, and Attractions Management has been
For the first time, a woman has been crowned top aufguss master in the world
This year's Netball World Cup, held in Liverpool in July, is already providing a legacy
The chain of 19 islands forever associated with Charles Darwin’s Origin of Species will soon
Universal has finally confirmed plans for its fourth gate in Orlando, officially announcing its Epic
A new project in Mexico will be focused on a transformational travel experience designed to
The Women in Wellness Leadership Conference, set to take place on 12 March in New
Sustrans has called for the transformation and improvement of the UK-wide National Cycle Network, which
The spa at The Ritz Carlton, Herzliya has announced an exclusive brand partnership with Israeli
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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 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
Even though it’s been 14 years, it feels as though we’re just getting started
HCM magazine
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Core Health & Fitness
Core Health & Fitness creates dynamic fitness experiences for the global market with products and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
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
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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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