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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

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Wello Works, a new concept which mixes a wellness centre and a co-working office, has
Adidas and its Breaking Barriers Academy has announced a partnership with female health experts, The
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Brand specialist, Kantar, has ranked a key group of health and fitness operators by consumer
Janu – Aman’s highly-anticipated sister brand – has opened its inaugural hotel in Tokyo, marking
Despite high inflation and energy costs, Basic-Fit lifted 2023 revenues by almost a third, achieved
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As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Edinburgh Leisure has appointed Jen Holland as chief executive. She will take over from June
North Herts District Council has entered into a ten-year partnership with Everyone Active to run
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has introduced safeguarding guidelines to protect children in out-of-school settings,
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
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)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs
Research by the University of Sydney is the first to objectively measure whether daily steps
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Manchester Metropolitan University and the UK Sports Institute have joined forces to launch the Centre
US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Technogym is launching Checkup, an assessment station which uses AI to personalise training programmes in
Everyone Active has taken over as operator of the London Aquatic Centre on behalf of
The UK's National Health Service (NHS) is looking for recruits ahead of undertaking its largest-ever
Following the launch of its Siro wellness hotel brand, in the form of Siro One
Fitness On Demand (FOD) has teamed up with Les Mills, to offer an omnichannel fitness
The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
In the same week as tennis legend, Andre Agassi, was appointed to the board of
According to a pilot study by Yale School of Medicine, exercise can not only slow
Self Esteem Brands (SEB), owner of Anytime Fitness, has released year-end results which show year-on-year
Basic-Fit has introduced a new approach to tackle gymtimidation and create an inclusive environment in
Speaking exclusively in the current issue of HCM magazine, Third Space CEO, Colin Waggett, says
Australian exercise and active health trade body, AUSactive, has partnered with the national Royal Life
Kerzner International has ushered in a new era of wellness-centric hospitality and unveiled its highly-anticipated
Following a successful pilot, The Gym Group is rolling out a programme, delivered by The
As Planet Fitness announces strong year-end results there are reports the company is planning a
The ICO has ruled that eight leisure operators have been unlawfully processing the biometric data
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
“2024 is going to the be biggest year for Gymshark ever,” says CEO and founder,
More consumers are realising meditation is beneficial, but many give up because it’s difficult to
Les Mills has been through a senior management refresh following the recent departure of CEO
EuropeActive has appointed Kai Troll as its new CEO. He has a background in the
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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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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 New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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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Editor's letter
This is an opportunity for us to shine in the eyes of consumers by going above and beyond in creating excellent contracts
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Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
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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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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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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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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
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
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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
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Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
HCM magazine
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
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
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.
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Company profiles
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
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Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
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The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
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Galgorm Resort, York,
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China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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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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Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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Latest news

Wello Works, a new concept which mixes a wellness centre and a co-working office, has
Adidas and its Breaking Barriers Academy has announced a partnership with female health experts, The
Will Orr, CEO of The Gym Group, has revealed the company’s full-year results for 2023,
Brand specialist, Kantar, has ranked a key group of health and fitness operators by consumer
Janu – Aman’s highly-anticipated sister brand – has opened its inaugural hotel in Tokyo, marking
Despite high inflation and energy costs, Basic-Fit lifted 2023 revenues by almost a third, achieved
Elevate
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As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Edinburgh Leisure has appointed Jen Holland as chief executive. She will take over from June
North Herts District Council has entered into a ten-year partnership with Everyone Active to run
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has introduced safeguarding guidelines to protect children in out-of-school settings,
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
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)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
New legislation will change the way health clubs in the UK manage their membership process,
Urban Gym Group has announced plans to trial women’s zones in some of its clubs
Research by the University of Sydney is the first to objectively measure whether daily steps
Equinox has raised US$1.8 billion in cash to refinance US$1.5 billion of maturing loans. The
Manchester Metropolitan University and the UK Sports Institute have joined forces to launch the Centre
US lobbying organisation for the health and fitness sector, IHRSA, has announced a name change
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Technogym is launching Checkup, an assessment station which uses AI to personalise training programmes in
Everyone Active has taken over as operator of the London Aquatic Centre on behalf of
The UK's National Health Service (NHS) is looking for recruits ahead of undertaking its largest-ever
Following the launch of its Siro wellness hotel brand, in the form of Siro One
Fitness On Demand (FOD) has teamed up with Les Mills, to offer an omnichannel fitness
The first bricks and mortar Kinrgy studio opens today (1 March) in West Hollywood. Founded
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
In the same week as tennis legend, Andre Agassi, was appointed to the board of
According to a pilot study by Yale School of Medicine, exercise can not only slow
Self Esteem Brands (SEB), owner of Anytime Fitness, has released year-end results which show year-on-year
Basic-Fit has introduced a new approach to tackle gymtimidation and create an inclusive environment in
Speaking exclusively in the current issue of HCM magazine, Third Space CEO, Colin Waggett, says
Australian exercise and active health trade body, AUSactive, has partnered with the national Royal Life
Kerzner International has ushered in a new era of wellness-centric hospitality and unveiled its highly-anticipated
Following a successful pilot, The Gym Group is rolling out a programme, delivered by The
As Planet Fitness announces strong year-end results there are reports the company is planning a
The ICO has ruled that eight leisure operators have been unlawfully processing the biometric data
Xponential Fitness has told HCM it will vigorously defend itself against claims made in a
“2024 is going to the be biggest year for Gymshark ever,” says CEO and founder,
More consumers are realising meditation is beneficial, but many give up because it’s difficult to
Les Mills has been through a senior management refresh following the recent departure of CEO
EuropeActive has appointed Kai Troll as its new CEO. He has a background in the
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HCM promotional features
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Brawn is the digital platform that drives revenues from personal training
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
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
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
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
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
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
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: 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: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Keepme
Keepme is the industry innovator delivering AI-integrated sales and membership solutions to fitness operators globally....
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
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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