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2022 World Cup news

UK drinks giant Brewdog has released an ad campaign criticising the Qatar 2022 World Cup.
A fully demountable stadium, designed by Fenwick Iribarren Architects and built from shipping containers, is
Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda Group is understood to be planning an initial public offering for
Following an international competition, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) have been appointed to design the Central
Details of the latest proposed stadium for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar have
The first host venue of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar has been completed,
Innovatise UK Ltd
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Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The US, Canada and Mexico have declared their intention to submit a historic unified bid
The government of Qatar is spending as much as US$500m (€467m, £399m) a week on
Premier Rides is installing a 'one of a kind' immersive dark-ride experience in Qatar’s capital
The Football Association’s (FA) target of winning the FIFA World Cup in 2022 has been
Construction on future World Cup venue the Qatar Foundation Stadium is expected to begin soon,
Two leisure projects designed by Zaha Hadid Architects as part of a masterplan for Lusail
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Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Larsen & Toubro, the largest construction firm in India, has won the contract to build
FIFA has revealed that it will choose the host nation for the 2026 FIFA World
FIFA – the world footballing governing body – will set up an independent body to
Hit with rising 2022 World Cup costs and declining oil value, Qatar has cut back
Populous, the architects behind London’s Olympic Stadium, have won the contract to design a 40,000-capacity
The Football Association (FA) is working on a “key measurement” system which will gauge the
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Dan Ashworth, the technical director of the Football Association (FA), believes England can win the
Construction works on the Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar are set to be completed by
Qatar will decide the exact number of stadiums it will use during the FIFA World
World football's governing body, FIFA, is facing an unprecedented crisis after six of its high-ranking
Qatari officials are looking into the possibility of building a first-of-its-kind underwater TV studio for
Qatar 2022 World Cup officials have revealed plans for the fifth 2022 World Cup venue
English Football Association (FA) chair, Greg Dyke, has said England is considering a 2026 World
Following a lengthy competition process, Foster + Partners has been chosen to be the lead
Fifa has said it will not pay out compensation to football clubs and leagues unhappy
Qatar will host the inaugural International Stadium Construction Expo (QISC) this June. The event will
Fifa vice president Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein has said he will stand as a
World football governing body FIFA is to release more of a report into allegations of
Designs have been revealed for the third out of five stadiums being built for the
The man who conducted the two-year inquiry on behalf of FIFA, looking into allegations of
Qatar will host the 2022 World Cup after FIFA cleared the country of corruption charges
Sepp Blatter has said a football TV referral system may be trialled in 2015, allowing
Ali Omar, director of Dubai Sports Council, has stated that the emirate is planning to
Initial designs have been revealed for the 60,000-capacity Al Bayt stadium in Al Khor district,
Grimshaw Architects has been selected to design new recreational sports facilities in Doha, following an
FIFA investigator Michael Garcia is set to meet organisers of the Qatar 2022 World Cup
The State of Qatar has announced it will replace the current sponsorship – or kafala
A US$300m (£181m, €217m) Adventure Island is to be created as part of the expansive
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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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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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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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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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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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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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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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HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
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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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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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We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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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
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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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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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Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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2022 World Cup news

UK drinks giant Brewdog has released an ad campaign criticising the Qatar 2022 World Cup.
A fully demountable stadium, designed by Fenwick Iribarren Architects and built from shipping containers, is
Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda Group is understood to be planning an initial public offering for
Following an international competition, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) have been appointed to design the Central
Details of the latest proposed stadium for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar have
The first host venue of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar has been completed,
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
The US, Canada and Mexico have declared their intention to submit a historic unified bid
The government of Qatar is spending as much as US$500m (€467m, £399m) a week on
Premier Rides is installing a 'one of a kind' immersive dark-ride experience in Qatar’s capital
The Football Association’s (FA) target of winning the FIFA World Cup in 2022 has been
Construction on future World Cup venue the Qatar Foundation Stadium is expected to begin soon,
Two leisure projects designed by Zaha Hadid Architects as part of a masterplan for Lusail
Elevate
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Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
Larsen & Toubro, the largest construction firm in India, has won the contract to build
FIFA has revealed that it will choose the host nation for the 2026 FIFA World
FIFA – the world footballing governing body – will set up an independent body to
Hit with rising 2022 World Cup costs and declining oil value, Qatar has cut back
Populous, the architects behind London’s Olympic Stadium, have won the contract to design a 40,000-capacity
The Football Association (FA) is working on a “key measurement” system which will gauge the
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
Dan Ashworth, the technical director of the Football Association (FA), believes England can win the
Construction works on the Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar are set to be completed by
Qatar will decide the exact number of stadiums it will use during the FIFA World
World football's governing body, FIFA, is facing an unprecedented crisis after six of its high-ranking
Qatari officials are looking into the possibility of building a first-of-its-kind underwater TV studio for
Qatar 2022 World Cup officials have revealed plans for the fifth 2022 World Cup venue
English Football Association (FA) chair, Greg Dyke, has said England is considering a 2026 World
Following a lengthy competition process, Foster + Partners has been chosen to be the lead
Fifa has said it will not pay out compensation to football clubs and leagues unhappy
Qatar will host the inaugural International Stadium Construction Expo (QISC) this June. The event will
Fifa vice president Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein has said he will stand as a
World football governing body FIFA is to release more of a report into allegations of
Designs have been revealed for the third out of five stadiums being built for the
The man who conducted the two-year inquiry on behalf of FIFA, looking into allegations of
Qatar will host the 2022 World Cup after FIFA cleared the country of corruption charges
Sepp Blatter has said a football TV referral system may be trialled in 2015, allowing
Ali Omar, director of Dubai Sports Council, has stated that the emirate is planning to
Initial designs have been revealed for the 60,000-capacity Al Bayt stadium in Al Khor district,
Grimshaw Architects has been selected to design new recreational sports facilities in Doha, following an
FIFA investigator Michael Garcia is set to meet organisers of the Qatar 2022 World Cup
The State of Qatar has announced it will replace the current sponsorship – or kafala
A US$300m (£181m, €217m) Adventure Island is to be created as part of the expansive
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
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Nuffield Health has 8,300 assets that are outside the original manufacturer’s warranty and are now being maintained by ServiceSport UK
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
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
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
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
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
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
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
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Company profiles
Company profile: WellnessSpace Brands
WellnessSpace Brands offers industry-leading experiential wellness products, including HydroMassage, CryoLounge+, and RelaxSpace. Each of the ...
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Innovative new partnership will see national roll-out of VR Esports Platform across UK leisure centres
Active Reality, a leader in Virtual Reality Freeroam Esports Arenas and GLL, the UK’s largest operator of municipal leisure centres, have today (3rd May 24) announced an innovative new partnership that will see a national roll out of gaming technologies within leisure centres across the country.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme unveils Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet containing AI strategies for fitness professionals
Keepme has announced the release of its newest addition to its Best Practice Series: the "Fitness Marketers' Cheat Sheet."
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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