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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

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Despite the growing popularity of health retreats globally, little to no research explores who goes
Researchers are claiming to have provided the first scientific proof of how many steps a
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
The Italian thermal town of Montecatini Terme will welcome 30 delegates from the Great Spa
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain some
Therme Group has received planning permission to build the UK’s first city-based wellbeing resort, Therme
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
Children who take part in organised physical activity or sport over their first two school
People can feel real, powerful benefits from having a gym or health club membership even
The number of people with health club memberships in Switzerland increased by 11.7 per cent
In the world of wellness, the age-old tradition of sauna bathing is synonymous with relaxation,
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity
La Maison myBlend opened its doors to the world over a year ago last summer
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Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Les Mills has launched a new low-impact, strength-based workout programme inspired by Pilates, barre and
New research from Flinders University in Australia has found that breast reduction surgery can change
The best heart rate for burning fat differs hugely between individuals and often does not
Companies which successfully encourage their employees to become more physically active could see their healthcare
Little Houses Group (LHG), which was set up to create community-led family clubs and nurseries,
Integrative medical-wellness spa brand SHA Wellness has enhanced its Alicante destination with new sexual health
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Many turn to cardio to keep their blood pressure healthy, however, new research from the
Launching a career as a personal trainer can be incredibly rewarding for those passionate about
Embarking on a career in personal training can be a fulfilling path for those passionate
The Eden Project has revealed new visuals for its planned Dundee project in the city’s
The Good Spa Guide (GSG) has revealed the findings from its latest consumer survey called
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced that Jeremy Jauncey, founder and CEO of Beautiful
Clinique La Prairie (CLP) has announced the launch of its Holistic Health supplement range in
Cancer patients who practise YOCAS yoga can benefit from reduced levels of inflammation – helping
Fitness education provider Study Active is delighted to be teaming up with The Gym Group,
To fully benefit from exercise, timing sessions to optimally match the body’s circadian rhythms is
Agilysys Spa is a next-era cloud-native spa solution featuring capabilities that equip spa operators to
Top-level sports people and elite athletes can live more than five years longer than the
The International Spa Association (ISPA) unveiled its five key US spa industry financial indicators from
International spa and wellness professionals have flocked to Las Vegas, Nevada, to attend the 31st
Wellbeing industry leaders are collectively reporting that they aren’t as internally well-resourced as they could
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH) has unveiled the Thich Nhat Hanh
Eco-spa resort operator Lefay Resorts & Residences has unveiled a three-year Lefay Spa Academy training
Set to launch on 23 May, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will feature eight different realms offering
People who get regular, uninterrupted sleep do a better job sticking to their exercise and
Physical activity should be a “mainstay approach” for doctors treating patients with depression, anxiety and
A 13-year study by researchers at Harvard University has shown for the first time that
"I’m a firm believer in retreats and spas but without the skills to deeply relax,
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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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HCM People
Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
You’ll see Lotte’s influence in many of today’s classes and I want to make sure her name doesn’t die
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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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HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
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Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
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McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
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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
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New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
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Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
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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
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
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The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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study news

Despite the growing popularity of health retreats globally, little to no research explores who goes
Researchers are claiming to have provided the first scientific proof of how many steps a
The top operators, suppliers and facilities from across the physical activity sector were celebrated last
The Italian thermal town of Montecatini Terme will welcome 30 delegates from the Great Spa
Disruptions in the way the human brain links memory and appetite could help explain some
Therme Group has received planning permission to build the UK’s first city-based wellbeing resort, Therme
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
Children who take part in organised physical activity or sport over their first two school
People can feel real, powerful benefits from having a gym or health club membership even
The number of people with health club memberships in Switzerland increased by 11.7 per cent
In the world of wellness, the age-old tradition of sauna bathing is synonymous with relaxation,
Drugs that help normalise insulin sensitivity to reduce body fat in people suffering from obesity
La Maison myBlend opened its doors to the world over a year ago last summer
Elevate
Elevate
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Les Mills has launched a new low-impact, strength-based workout programme inspired by Pilates, barre and
New research from Flinders University in Australia has found that breast reduction surgery can change
The best heart rate for burning fat differs hugely between individuals and often does not
Companies which successfully encourage their employees to become more physically active could see their healthcare
Little Houses Group (LHG), which was set up to create community-led family clubs and nurseries,
Integrative medical-wellness spa brand SHA Wellness has enhanced its Alicante destination with new sexual health
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Many turn to cardio to keep their blood pressure healthy, however, new research from the
Launching a career as a personal trainer can be incredibly rewarding for those passionate about
Embarking on a career in personal training can be a fulfilling path for those passionate
The Eden Project has revealed new visuals for its planned Dundee project in the city’s
The Good Spa Guide (GSG) has revealed the findings from its latest consumer survey called
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) has announced that Jeremy Jauncey, founder and CEO of Beautiful
Clinique La Prairie (CLP) has announced the launch of its Holistic Health supplement range in
Cancer patients who practise YOCAS yoga can benefit from reduced levels of inflammation – helping
Fitness education provider Study Active is delighted to be teaming up with The Gym Group,
To fully benefit from exercise, timing sessions to optimally match the body’s circadian rhythms is
Agilysys Spa is a next-era cloud-native spa solution featuring capabilities that equip spa operators to
Top-level sports people and elite athletes can live more than five years longer than the
The International Spa Association (ISPA) unveiled its five key US spa industry financial indicators from
International spa and wellness professionals have flocked to Las Vegas, Nevada, to attend the 31st
Wellbeing industry leaders are collectively reporting that they aren’t as internally well-resourced as they could
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH) has unveiled the Thich Nhat Hanh
Eco-spa resort operator Lefay Resorts & Residences has unveiled a three-year Lefay Spa Academy training
Set to launch on 23 May, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will feature eight different realms offering
People who get regular, uninterrupted sleep do a better job sticking to their exercise and
Physical activity should be a “mainstay approach” for doctors treating patients with depression, anxiety and
A 13-year study by researchers at Harvard University has shown for the first time that
"I’m a firm believer in retreats and spas but without the skills to deeply relax,
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HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
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: 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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Matrix Fitness
Preferred by some of the world’s finest hotels and resorts, Matrix offers an array of ...
Company profiles
Company profile: The Health and Fitness Institute
All fitness education providers currently out there are one and the same. They vary in ...
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
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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
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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