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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

office news

Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to
The fitness sector’s pivot to active wellbeing is being discussed in a new weekly podcast,
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
Total Fitness has released results for its most recent financial year (to June 23), which
Having announced its intention to open 50 low cost gyms in the next three years,
Wello Works, a new concept which mixes a wellness centre and a co-working office, has
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Janu – Aman’s highly-anticipated sister brand – has opened its inaugural hotel in Tokyo, marking
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
The Natural Beauty Expo is returning to London from 14-15 April to showcase the latest
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
This story was updated at 14.00GMT on 14 March 2024 and 16.00 GMT on 15
The UK government acknowledged in its recent budget that economic recovery depends on the health
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Spanish skincare and spa brand Natura Bissé has discovered its treatments can increase a sense
European spa and wellness consultancy bbspa_Group has ventured into the UK market and launched bbspa_UK
Following a successful pilot, The Gym Group is rolling out a programme, delivered by The
The ICO has ruled that eight leisure operators have been unlawfully processing the biometric data
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
While the UK hotel sector ended 2023 on a high, new data shows this was
In a soft power exercise, politicians in the UK have been invited to take part
Salt Chamber has announced a collaboration with Exhale at its new flagship location at Virgin
A major new wellness retreat called Surrenne is coming to Knightsbridge, London, this April, according
Surrenne, a luxury private members club gym and spa launches in London in April, with
Frasers Group, owner of Everlast Gyms, has acquired the assets of WIT Fitness from administrators
US massage and wellness franchise Massage Heights is under new leadership with the return of
In a newly-launched manifesto, physical activity sector stakeholders are calling for the next UK government
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch will host the first edition of its beauty and wellness
Wellness industry figure and CEO of Salt Chamber, Leo Tonkin, has launched a podcast to
Art of Cryo is set to redefine wellbeing standards in the Middle East this February
Halotherapy equipment supplier Himalayan Source has partnered with two US medical wellness clinics to enhance
Two new research reports have highlighted the impact of the UK's cost of living crisis
Biologique Recherche has appointed Jean-Guillaume Trottier as group CEO, marking the start of a new
Janu, the new hotel brand from luxury operator Aman, is gearing up to launch its
Kevin Yates has been promoted to CEO at Lift Brands for the EMEA region. Yates
The Gym Group has become the first fitness operator in the world to have its
Equinox has appointed a Health Advisory Board of medical experts and academics to 'define new
Aman’s sister brand Janu will launch its flagship property in Tokyo in March 2024, complete
Physical activity levels among children and young people have improved compared to five years ago,
Spa and wellness equipment supplier Gharieni Group has announced a new partnership with Yon-Ka Paris,
12,300
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Research
Where we would have expected to see a decline in the neuromelanin signals, we saw an increase in nine out of ten people
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
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
Everyone's talking about
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
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
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
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
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Company profiles
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Company profiles
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Founded in 2007 in Gersthofen, Germany, miha bodytec is the market-leading supplier of Electro Muscle ...
Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
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salt therapy products
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Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
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Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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

office news

Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to
The fitness sector’s pivot to active wellbeing is being discussed in a new weekly podcast,
John Kersh has announced he is leaving boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness, after eight years with
Total Fitness has released results for its most recent financial year (to June 23), which
Having announced its intention to open 50 low cost gyms in the next three years,
Wello Works, a new concept which mixes a wellness centre and a co-working office, has
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Janu – Aman’s highly-anticipated sister brand – has opened its inaugural hotel in Tokyo, marking
The World Happiness Summit (WOHASU) is gearing up to hold its first-ever World Wellbeing Policy
The Natural Beauty Expo is returning to London from 14-15 April to showcase the latest
Julia Sutton, co-founder of exhale Spa, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in New
This story was updated at 14.00GMT on 14 March 2024 and 16.00 GMT on 15
The UK government acknowledged in its recent budget that economic recovery depends on the health
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Spanish skincare and spa brand Natura Bissé has discovered its treatments can increase a sense
European spa and wellness consultancy bbspa_Group has ventured into the UK market and launched bbspa_UK
Following a successful pilot, The Gym Group is rolling out a programme, delivered by The
The ICO has ruled that eight leisure operators have been unlawfully processing the biometric data
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
While the UK hotel sector ended 2023 on a high, new data shows this was
In a soft power exercise, politicians in the UK have been invited to take part
Salt Chamber has announced a collaboration with Exhale at its new flagship location at Virgin
A major new wellness retreat called Surrenne is coming to Knightsbridge, London, this April, according
Surrenne, a luxury private members club gym and spa launches in London in April, with
Frasers Group, owner of Everlast Gyms, has acquired the assets of WIT Fitness from administrators
US massage and wellness franchise Massage Heights is under new leadership with the return of
In a newly-launched manifesto, physical activity sector stakeholders are calling for the next UK government
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch will host the first edition of its beauty and wellness
Wellness industry figure and CEO of Salt Chamber, Leo Tonkin, has launched a podcast to
Art of Cryo is set to redefine wellbeing standards in the Middle East this February
Halotherapy equipment supplier Himalayan Source has partnered with two US medical wellness clinics to enhance
Two new research reports have highlighted the impact of the UK's cost of living crisis
Biologique Recherche has appointed Jean-Guillaume Trottier as group CEO, marking the start of a new
Janu, the new hotel brand from luxury operator Aman, is gearing up to launch its
Kevin Yates has been promoted to CEO at Lift Brands for the EMEA region. Yates
The Gym Group has become the first fitness operator in the world to have its
Equinox has appointed a Health Advisory Board of medical experts and academics to 'define new
Aman’s sister brand Janu will launch its flagship property in Tokyo in March 2024, complete
Physical activity levels among children and young people have improved compared to five years ago,
Spa and wellness equipment supplier Gharieni Group has announced a new partnership with Yon-Ka Paris,
1 - 40 of 12,300
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
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
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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: Core Health & Fitness
Core Health & Fitness creates dynamic fitness experiences for the global market with products and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: miha bodytec
Founded in 2007 in Gersthofen, Germany, miha bodytec is the market-leading supplier of Electro Muscle ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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