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FIBO 2025, which yesterday partnered with EuropeActive for the 12th European Health and Fitness Forum
Raffles' debut London property Raffles London at The OWO will be home to a brand
Taking part in regular aerobic exercise could decrease the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease in
ukactive has revealed a shake-up of its annual awards by adding a raft of new
Winners of this year's Active Training Awards have been revealed at a gala event in
US-based The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has renewed and expanded its partnership agreement
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Crowd-funded company WallJam has launched an interactive training wall, designed to get people from all
Danny Drayson has been on a journey from school drop-out to fitness and young person
Former NBA star John Amaechi has called for the sport and physical activity sector to
The physical activity sector’s best performers in workforce development were announced last night (30 November)
A third of fitness professionals are considering or have considered leaving the physical activity sector,
Future Fit Training has teamed up with Greenwich Leisure Limited (GLL) in a three-year deal
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Sport and leisure industry training provider ICON Training has been shortlisted in two categories at
Leisure industry organisations including GLL, Future Fit Training and Les Mills UK were some of
The key ingredients to creating a successful workplace culture at physical activity companies will be
GLL, Everyone Active and Fusion Lifestyle are among the nominations for this year’s Active Training
ukactive and CIMSPA have announced an expanded format for this year’s Active Training Awards, with
Sam Kenward has continued his rise through the ranks of Lifetime Training to be appointed
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Work to improve physical activity sector apprenticeships through the Trailblazer initiative has made another leap
Lifetime Training scooped a trio of awards as the leading lights of physical activity sector
Finalists have been announced for the 2015 Active Training Awards, which will be presented on
Entries are now open for the 2015 Active Training Awards, with organisers ukactive and CIMSPA
Awarding organisation Active IQ recently gathered physical activity sector employers, training providers and representatives from
Physical activity sector skills bodies will meet in the coming weeks to discuss the future
Lifetime Training has partnered with FitPro affiliate PTA Global to create a new Level 3+
Lifetime Training is to launch a series of free seminars aimed at attracting and educating
The physical activity sector’s leading training providers gathered in Marlow last week to celebrate 2014’s
The finalists have been named for the Active Training Awards 2014, which will see the
ukactive and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) have
Details have emerged suggesting that Adidas is closing in on the launch of a new
Technogym debuted the world’s first Google Glass controlled treadmill at the Consumer Electronics Show 2014
The iBalance Plus testing and training platform by HUR is designed for trainers and physiotherapists
The giant interactive training wall from Rugged Interactive has been installed at Fit4less by énergie
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Interview
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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STA is pleased to announce that its Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk CPD has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) against both the Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Safeguarding Adults technical specialism professional standards.
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CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
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Active Training news

FIBO 2025, which yesterday partnered with EuropeActive for the 12th European Health and Fitness Forum
Raffles' debut London property Raffles London at The OWO will be home to a brand
Taking part in regular aerobic exercise could decrease the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease in
ukactive has revealed a shake-up of its annual awards by adding a raft of new
Winners of this year's Active Training Awards have been revealed at a gala event in
US-based The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has renewed and expanded its partnership agreement
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Crowd-funded company WallJam has launched an interactive training wall, designed to get people from all
Danny Drayson has been on a journey from school drop-out to fitness and young person
Former NBA star John Amaechi has called for the sport and physical activity sector to
The physical activity sector’s best performers in workforce development were announced last night (30 November)
A third of fitness professionals are considering or have considered leaving the physical activity sector,
Future Fit Training has teamed up with Greenwich Leisure Limited (GLL) in a three-year deal
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Sport and leisure industry training provider ICON Training has been shortlisted in two categories at
Leisure industry organisations including GLL, Future Fit Training and Les Mills UK were some of
The key ingredients to creating a successful workplace culture at physical activity companies will be
GLL, Everyone Active and Fusion Lifestyle are among the nominations for this year’s Active Training
ukactive and CIMSPA have announced an expanded format for this year’s Active Training Awards, with
Sam Kenward has continued his rise through the ranks of Lifetime Training to be appointed
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Work to improve physical activity sector apprenticeships through the Trailblazer initiative has made another leap
Lifetime Training scooped a trio of awards as the leading lights of physical activity sector
Finalists have been announced for the 2015 Active Training Awards, which will be presented on
Entries are now open for the 2015 Active Training Awards, with organisers ukactive and CIMSPA
Awarding organisation Active IQ recently gathered physical activity sector employers, training providers and representatives from
Physical activity sector skills bodies will meet in the coming weeks to discuss the future
Lifetime Training has partnered with FitPro affiliate PTA Global to create a new Level 3+
Lifetime Training is to launch a series of free seminars aimed at attracting and educating
The physical activity sector’s leading training providers gathered in Marlow last week to celebrate 2014’s
The finalists have been named for the Active Training Awards 2014, which will see the
ukactive and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) have
Details have emerged suggesting that Adidas is closing in on the launch of a new
Technogym debuted the world’s first Google Glass controlled treadmill at the Consumer Electronics Show 2014
The iBalance Plus testing and training platform by HUR is designed for trainers and physiotherapists
The giant interactive training wall from Rugged Interactive has been installed at Fit4less by énergie
Set yourself apart by becoming a STOTT PILATES Specialist in the field of your choice.
Are you considering teaching Pilates but wish to 'dip your toes in the water' before
STOTT PILATES training delivers you the following stability in your professional career: Financial Stability: Self-employed
Pilates Solutions Ltd will be showcasing the STOTT PILATES V2 Max Plus Reformer and STOTT
Have you considered the benefits of hosting a STOTT PILATES training course on-site at your
PTs and fitness instructors with a basic knowledge of anatomy can sometimes struggle to keep
Train to become a STOTT PILATES instructor and you will gain one of the world's
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The industry is embracing consumer-facing tech. Now it’s time to streamline back-of-house systems with Orbit4, says Daniel Jones
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
HCM People

Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Company profiles
Company profile: Wattbike
Wattbike’s mission is to make Wattbike the ultimate training partner for improving health and performance. ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Precor
Precor provides fitness and wellness equipment to all market segments, including commercial clubs/facilities, Hospitality, Residential, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: STA Safeguarding programme for aquatic professionals awarded CIMSPA endorsement and CPD points
STA is pleased to announce that its Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk CPD has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) against both the Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Safeguarding Adults technical specialism professional standards.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, has partnered with Jobs In. Fitness, the specialist executive search and advisory firm for the fitness and wellbeing sector, to give operators a single route to talent at every level – from frontline staffing to C-suite.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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