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Physical inactivity news

A new type of multi-activity, outdoor exercise space – designed to get people moving by
HITIO Gym, which has experienced major success in Scandinavia, entered the UK market in 2022
In his first speech as chair at UK Active, Mike Farrar said the physical activity
The UK government has announced it will be scaling back financial support for businesses as
Sport for Health, a collaboration between The World Health Organization (WHO), FIFA and Qatar’s Ministry
UK Active and Nike have released an impact report for the 2022 Open Doors programme,
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
Politicians in the UK are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK
A new report from The World Health Organization (WHO), Global Status Report on Physical Activity
The Churchill Fellowship – the operating name of the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust – is
UK Active and Nike have launched the 2022 Open Doors programme. The scheme provides children
The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) has announced Andrea Bell is to serve as
4 Global – a partner in the Moving Communities initiative – has completed an initial public
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Physically active people are 50 per cent more likely to develop higher levels of antibodies
Further research into the levels of positive COVID-19 cases among those to have visited fitness
Jan Spaticchia, founder and chair of énergie Fitness has died aged 51 following a short
Lack of exercise is a major cause of death from COVID-19, according to new research,
A major new initiative will look to strengthen and unite the fitness industry's voice in
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Increasing physical activity globally could prevent up to 5 million deaths each year, according to
Speaking to HCM, Brent Darden, the new interim CEO and president of IHRSA, says the
The fitness industry in Europe is uniting today (30 May) to launch #beactivehour, a free
Ukactive has urged the incoming Conservative government to invest heavily in physical activity – in
A study assessing the impact of physical inactivity on national economies has suggested that if
A nation divided by Brexit could be united by diverting focus to a "more pressing
Moves towards making NHS care more personalised could see physical activity become a "miracle cure".
Les Mills has made its Born to Move programming – which targets children as young
Huw Edwards, acting CEO of ukactive, has called on the new Prime Minister, Boris Johnson,
An alliance of walking and cycling organisations has called on the government to make a
A new leadership learning initiative aims to transform knowledge sharing in the physical activity sector.
The number of people dying prematurely from heart attacks and strokes in the UK has
The Moving Medicine initiative and Wattbike were among the winners of this year's Elevate Innovation
Physical activity body ukactive has partnered with developer Barking Riverside Limited (BRL) to help create
Shapewatch's 3D body visualisation system has been recognised as one of the leading start-ups in
Increasing sports participation among women and girls will be one of the "cornerstones" of a
A new aquatics partnership between Swim England and leisure operator Everyone Active will look to
Steven Ward will step down from his role as ukactive CEO in April 2019, after
ukactive has signed a three-year partnership with physical activity trade show Elevate. The "strategic alignment"
Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) has named professor Rob Copeland as the first director of the
Now in its fourth year, Elevate continues to explore the benefits of physical activity for
Prime Minister Theresa May has revealed a new long-term plan for the NHS, saying that
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We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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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
News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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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
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HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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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
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
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, 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
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’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media launches ‘livegood' wellness channel to deliver in-club entertainment on consoles and screens
Zoom Media, a leading provider of digital media solutions for health clubs, has launched a proprietary wellness content channel called Livegood – a digital hub of health and wellness media.
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.
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QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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Physical inactivity news

A new type of multi-activity, outdoor exercise space – designed to get people moving by
HITIO Gym, which has experienced major success in Scandinavia, entered the UK market in 2022
In his first speech as chair at UK Active, Mike Farrar said the physical activity
The UK government has announced it will be scaling back financial support for businesses as
Sport for Health, a collaboration between The World Health Organization (WHO), FIFA and Qatar’s Ministry
UK Active and Nike have released an impact report for the 2022 Open Doors programme,
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
Politicians in the UK are taking part in a physical activity challenge hosted by UK
A new report from The World Health Organization (WHO), Global Status Report on Physical Activity
The Churchill Fellowship – the operating name of the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust – is
UK Active and Nike have launched the 2022 Open Doors programme. The scheme provides children
The Global Health & Fitness Alliance (GHFA) has announced Andrea Bell is to serve as
4 Global – a partner in the Moving Communities initiative – has completed an initial public
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Physically active people are 50 per cent more likely to develop higher levels of antibodies
Further research into the levels of positive COVID-19 cases among those to have visited fitness
Jan Spaticchia, founder and chair of énergie Fitness has died aged 51 following a short
Lack of exercise is a major cause of death from COVID-19, according to new research,
A major new initiative will look to strengthen and unite the fitness industry's voice in
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Increasing physical activity globally could prevent up to 5 million deaths each year, according to
Speaking to HCM, Brent Darden, the new interim CEO and president of IHRSA, says the
The fitness industry in Europe is uniting today (30 May) to launch #beactivehour, a free
Ukactive has urged the incoming Conservative government to invest heavily in physical activity – in
A study assessing the impact of physical inactivity on national economies has suggested that if
A nation divided by Brexit could be united by diverting focus to a "more pressing
Moves towards making NHS care more personalised could see physical activity become a "miracle cure".
Les Mills has made its Born to Move programming – which targets children as young
Huw Edwards, acting CEO of ukactive, has called on the new Prime Minister, Boris Johnson,
An alliance of walking and cycling organisations has called on the government to make a
A new leadership learning initiative aims to transform knowledge sharing in the physical activity sector.
The number of people dying prematurely from heart attacks and strokes in the UK has
The Moving Medicine initiative and Wattbike were among the winners of this year's Elevate Innovation
Physical activity body ukactive has partnered with developer Barking Riverside Limited (BRL) to help create
Shapewatch's 3D body visualisation system has been recognised as one of the leading start-ups in
Increasing sports participation among women and girls will be one of the "cornerstones" of a
A new aquatics partnership between Swim England and leisure operator Everyone Active will look to
Steven Ward will step down from his role as ukactive CEO in April 2019, after
ukactive has signed a three-year partnership with physical activity trade show Elevate. The "strategic alignment"
Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) has named professor Rob Copeland as the first director of the
Now in its fourth year, Elevate continues to explore the benefits of physical activity for
Prime Minister Theresa May has revealed a new long-term plan for the NHS, saying that
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, 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
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’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
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.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: seca Ltd
As the world market leader of medical measuring and weighing we take body composition analysis ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GANTNER
GANTNER optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs....
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media launches ‘livegood' wellness channel to deliver in-club entertainment on consoles and screens
Zoom Media, a leading provider of digital media solutions for health clubs, has launched a proprietary wellness content channel called Livegood – a digital hub of health and wellness media.
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.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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