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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

IHRSA news

US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change
Technogym is launching Checkup, an assessment station which uses AI to personalise training programmes in
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Spivi, an industry leader in interactive displays, leaderboards, gamification and performance tracking for gyms and
Sharecare, a US-based digital health platform, has launched a corporate scheme called Get Active which
The damaging effect of the energy crisis due to government inaction and the impact on
In his first speech as chair at UK Active, Mike Farrar said the physical activity
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
A list of 250 of the UK’s most popular gyms on Instagram has crowned Psycle
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
As the UK’s new prime minister Liz Truss prepares an energy bailout, UK Active has
Safe Sweat, a new hybrid club concept offering members a private workout experience inside a
WellnessLiving – a cloud-based business management software provider and payments platform for fitness operators –
This year’s World Wellness Weekend (WWW) will be the largest to date, reaching over 140
Elevate
Elevate
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Fitness markets around the globe are demonstrating "reassuring signs of recovery" following the pandemic disruptions
Total Fitness says its membership numbers are back to pre-COVID-19 levels. With fifteen clubs in
A new report – Optimising personalisation using fitness personas – which defines four key gym-goer
More than one in five (27 per cent) Americans belonged to a health club or
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
Core Health & Fitness, a portfolio company of US-based private equity firm Gainline Capital Partners
The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) has announced Andrea Bell is to serve as
The ​​Inaugural IHRSA SMART Summit has kicked off in Munich, Germany, with a focus on
The global health and fitness industry is returning to a busy programme of live trade
The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) has revealed the makeup of its inaugural nine-member
The 40th Annual IHRSA International Convention & Trade Show (IHRSA 2021) begins today in Dallas,
A group of leading health and fitness companies in Romania have joined forces to launch
The Global Health and Fitness Alliance (GHFA) has commissioned Deloitte to produce a major new
Nearly half (49 per cent) of health club members in the US who've cancelled their
The US fitness industry lost around 58 per cent of its revenues during 2020, due
Speaking exclusive to HCM, Ralph Scholz and Nathalie Smeeman have confirmed that B2B trade show
IHRSA has appointed Elizabeth Clark as its new president and CEO. Clark joins the industry
The US fitness industry is mobilising to support the Gym Mitigation and Survival (GYMs) Act,
Irish health club chain West Wood Club is launching a new outdoor exercise concept at
IHRSA has signed a partnership deal with MedFit, a professional membership organisation for fitness and
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has moved its Annual International Convention &
IHRSA and Fitness Brasil say they have signed a partnership agreement that will see the
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Founder, Remedy Place
People are really connecting with the social side of our offering and with each club we’re putting more emphasis on this pillar of our identity
HCM magazine
Life lessons
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
Insight
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
Interview
Go Fit is spreading its wings, with a five-year plan for growth and new projects already under construction in Italy. Its new CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Specifier
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
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Company profiles
Company profile: TechnoAlpin
TechnoAlpin is the world leader for snowmaking systems. Our product portfolio includes all different types ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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

IHRSA news

US gym chain, Crunch Fitness, has bolstered its global expansion plans with the appointment of
Planet Fitness has become the subject of a hate campaign by certain groups of consumers
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change
Technogym is launching Checkup, an assessment station which uses AI to personalise training programmes in
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Spivi, an industry leader in interactive displays, leaderboards, gamification and performance tracking for gyms and
Sharecare, a US-based digital health platform, has launched a corporate scheme called Get Active which
The damaging effect of the energy crisis due to government inaction and the impact on
In his first speech as chair at UK Active, Mike Farrar said the physical activity
Luxury fitness chain Equinox has hit the headlines with a new year membership campaign that
Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
A list of 250 of the UK’s most popular gyms on Instagram has crowned Psycle
Xponential Fitness has signed a Master Franchise Agreement with Kuwaiti real estate company Aqarat for
As the UK’s new prime minister Liz Truss prepares an energy bailout, UK Active has
Safe Sweat, a new hybrid club concept offering members a private workout experience inside a
WellnessLiving – a cloud-based business management software provider and payments platform for fitness operators –
This year’s World Wellness Weekend (WWW) will be the largest to date, reaching over 140
Elevate
Elevate
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Fitness markets around the globe are demonstrating "reassuring signs of recovery" following the pandemic disruptions
Total Fitness says its membership numbers are back to pre-COVID-19 levels. With fifteen clubs in
A new report – Optimising personalisation using fitness personas – which defines four key gym-goer
More than one in five (27 per cent) Americans belonged to a health club or
A new report by Deloitte, outlining the social and economic value of the global health
Core Health & Fitness, a portfolio company of US-based private equity firm Gainline Capital Partners
The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) has announced Andrea Bell is to serve as
The ​​Inaugural IHRSA SMART Summit has kicked off in Munich, Germany, with a focus on
The global health and fitness industry is returning to a busy programme of live trade
The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) has revealed the makeup of its inaugural nine-member
The 40th Annual IHRSA International Convention & Trade Show (IHRSA 2021) begins today in Dallas,
A group of leading health and fitness companies in Romania have joined forces to launch
The Global Health and Fitness Alliance (GHFA) has commissioned Deloitte to produce a major new
Nearly half (49 per cent) of health club members in the US who've cancelled their
The US fitness industry lost around 58 per cent of its revenues during 2020, due
Speaking exclusive to HCM, Ralph Scholz and Nathalie Smeeman have confirmed that B2B trade show
IHRSA has appointed Elizabeth Clark as its new president and CEO. Clark joins the industry
The US fitness industry is mobilising to support the Gym Mitigation and Survival (GYMs) Act,
Irish health club chain West Wood Club is launching a new outdoor exercise concept at
IHRSA has signed a partnership deal with MedFit, a professional membership organisation for fitness and
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has moved its Annual International Convention &
IHRSA and Fitness Brasil say they have signed a partnership agreement that will see the
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
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
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Phil Heath, 7x Mr Olympia, shares machine-only leg workout routine
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions about bodybuilding without machines. Should bodybuilders be limited to just free weights? Why?
Company profiles
Company profile: TechnoAlpin
TechnoAlpin is the world leader for snowmaking systems. Our product portfolio includes all different types ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
ABC Trainerize press release: New ABC Trainerize Webinar: How to earn more with clients and members you already have
ABC Trainerize, a leading software platform for the fitness industry, recently ran a webinar for studio and gym owners on how to increase gym revenue with Gym Launch CEO, Cale Owen.
Featured press releases
Alliance Leisure Services (Design, Build and Fund) press release: £26 Million Investment Paves The Way For Health and Wellbeing Hub At Lincolnshire Sport Complex
South Holland District Council has bolstered its successful £20 million UK Government, Levelling Up Fund bid with a £6 million investment to see the Castle Sports Complex in Spalding transformed into a health and wellbeing hub to drive positive health outcomes for residents across the district.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
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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