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The London Museum’s new site will open in Smithfield, East London, on 28 November 2026. 
The cognitive boost from exercise can last until the following day according to a study
Life Time – which yesterday did a US$150m sales and leaseback deal on three of
Industry insiders have confirmed to HCM that parts of the US health and fitness sector
Soho House is set to unveil seven new locations across the UK, North America and
John Mackey, co-founder and former CEO of US organic supermarket chain Whole Foods, is reportedly
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
It's been revealed that SoulCycle's recent decision to close around 20 of its 82 studios
Denmark has been identified as the cheapest country in the world to live a healthy
Apple is rumoured to be gearing up for the launch of a subscription-based virtual fitness
Health club chain 24 Hour Fitness has reopened some of its sites in Texas and
Boutique fitness operator Barry's is entering the indoor cycling market with Barry's Ride – a
Wellness tech platform Mindbody has signed a five-year partnership deal with fitness franchise F45. The
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
F45 is expanding its UK footprint with the launch of two new studios in Manchester.
Peloton co-founder and CEO John Foley has admitted that he is baffled as to why
Shares in Peloton have fallen 14 per cent below their initial value since the company
The Singapore government is creating a "comprehensive digital health platform" based on the use of
The Shed – the long-awaited movable events space and one of the crowning structures of
IMG Worlds of Adventure CEO Leonard Otto has said there are no plans to sell
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
DXB Entertainments – the owner of Dubai Parks and Resorts – has slammed the brakes
The upcoming season of the Emmy-winning science-fiction series Black Mirror, due for release in December,
London-based Foster + Partners has been awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Sterling
Bloomberg Philanthropies – the charitable arm of Michael Bloomberg’s business empire – has granted 45
Tate St Ives is the only leisure building to find its way onto the shortlist
A design team led by US studio Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Australian architects Woods
The winners of this year’s Museums + Heritage Awards for Excellence have been announced, with
Elizabeth Diller has been named the world’s most influential architect in 2018 by Time magazine.
Vessel – the sculptural urban landmark Heatherwick Studio have designed as the centrepiece for New
Fox boss James Murdoch has emerged as a contender to become the new CEO of
Disney's chief operating officer, Bob Chapek, has emerged as the favourite to make the step
Merlin Entertainments has quashed rumours of a possible SeaWorld Entertainments takeover following reports suggesting the
Parques Reunidos could be about to make a big splash in the attractions industry after
Merlin Entertainments is considering a bid for SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, according to an increasing
Physical activity levels among teenagers are similar to that of 60-year olds, according to US
Disney's Shanghai park is about to achieve something none of its resorts have managed in
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Seoul's garden
Philanthropist and former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg has donated US$75m (€66.8m, £58.3m) to
James Corner, one of the leading figures behind New York’s High Line elevated park, has
Discovery Communications is hoping to entice some of its three billion worldwide viewers to a
Apple could be about to jump on the augmented reality bandwagon, with reports suggesting CEO
Hyperloop One, the Los Angeles firm racing to realise Elon Musk’s dream for a high-speed
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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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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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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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Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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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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HCM People

Phillip Mills

CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
HCM magazine
Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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

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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
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
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
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Company profiles
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Leisure Energy is now an approved supplier on the Everything Estates Renewables & Construction Framework.
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Bloomberg news

The London Museum’s new site will open in Smithfield, East London, on 28 November 2026. 
The cognitive boost from exercise can last until the following day according to a study
Life Time – which yesterday did a US$150m sales and leaseback deal on three of
Industry insiders have confirmed to HCM that parts of the US health and fitness sector
Soho House is set to unveil seven new locations across the UK, North America and
John Mackey, co-founder and former CEO of US organic supermarket chain Whole Foods, is reportedly
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
It's been revealed that SoulCycle's recent decision to close around 20 of its 82 studios
Denmark has been identified as the cheapest country in the world to live a healthy
Apple is rumoured to be gearing up for the launch of a subscription-based virtual fitness
Health club chain 24 Hour Fitness has reopened some of its sites in Texas and
Boutique fitness operator Barry's is entering the indoor cycling market with Barry's Ride – a
Wellness tech platform Mindbody has signed a five-year partnership deal with fitness franchise F45. The
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
F45 is expanding its UK footprint with the launch of two new studios in Manchester.
Peloton co-founder and CEO John Foley has admitted that he is baffled as to why
Shares in Peloton have fallen 14 per cent below their initial value since the company
The Singapore government is creating a "comprehensive digital health platform" based on the use of
The Shed – the long-awaited movable events space and one of the crowning structures of
IMG Worlds of Adventure CEO Leonard Otto has said there are no plans to sell
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
DXB Entertainments – the owner of Dubai Parks and Resorts – has slammed the brakes
The upcoming season of the Emmy-winning science-fiction series Black Mirror, due for release in December,
London-based Foster + Partners has been awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Sterling
Bloomberg Philanthropies – the charitable arm of Michael Bloomberg’s business empire – has granted 45
Tate St Ives is the only leisure building to find its way onto the shortlist
A design team led by US studio Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Australian architects Woods
The winners of this year’s Museums + Heritage Awards for Excellence have been announced, with
Elizabeth Diller has been named the world’s most influential architect in 2018 by Time magazine.
Vessel – the sculptural urban landmark Heatherwick Studio have designed as the centrepiece for New
Fox boss James Murdoch has emerged as a contender to become the new CEO of
Disney's chief operating officer, Bob Chapek, has emerged as the favourite to make the step
Merlin Entertainments has quashed rumours of a possible SeaWorld Entertainments takeover following reports suggesting the
Parques Reunidos could be about to make a big splash in the attractions industry after
Merlin Entertainments is considering a bid for SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, according to an increasing
Physical activity levels among teenagers are similar to that of 60-year olds, according to US
Disney's Shanghai park is about to achieve something none of its resorts have managed in
Here are some of the stories that appeared on CLAD this week, from Seoul's garden
Philanthropist and former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg has donated US$75m (€66.8m, £58.3m) to
James Corner, one of the leading figures behind New York’s High Line elevated park, has
Discovery Communications is hoping to entice some of its three billion worldwide viewers to a
Apple could be about to jump on the augmented reality bandwagon, with reports suggesting CEO
Hyperloop One, the Los Angeles firm racing to realise Elon Musk’s dream for a high-speed
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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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jamie Clements

The Breath Coach
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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

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
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
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
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
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
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
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: Cornerstone Connect helps Active Blackpool tackle health inequalities
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Swimming Teachers' Association (STA)
The Swimming Teachers’ Association (STA) is a national governing body for swimming and a UK-registered ...
Company profiles
Company profile: ukactive
ukactive is the UK’s leading trade body for the physical activity sector, bringing together more ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Pure Energy Music press release: Pure Energy Music announced as Official Music Partner for Deka Manchester 2026
Pure Energy Music, the complete music and technology solution for the fitness industry, has been announced as Official Music Partner for Deka Manchester 2026, bringing music curated for fitness to one of the UK's largest fitness racing weekends.
Featured press releases
Leisure Energy press release: Leisure Energy has joined the Everything Estates frameworks
Leisure Energy is now an approved supplier on the Everything Estates Renewables & Construction Framework.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
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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