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British Heart Foundation news

UK Active has published new guidance on defibrillators to help fitness and leisure operators deliver
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
A world-first study has found that both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exercise can successfully
PureGym has partnered with the British Heart Foundation to upload all of its defibrillators to
PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans
Pure Gym has hosted a fitness competition dedicated solely to people aged over 50 years
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
The UK Government needs to adopt a national health strategy based on prevention, if it
The number of people dying prematurely from heart attacks and strokes in the UK has
Gym goers that guzzle back a protein shake post-workout to help build muscle mass and
Physical activity outside of school is vital for child health and could play a major
More than 20m UK adults are increasing their risk of heart disease and costing the
Workers are being encouraged to liven up their lunch breaks by taking part in bite
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Lack of knowledge in the medical profession and out of date test protocols could be
Devices such as iPhones and tablets should be harnessed to create active lifestyles for children,
Only nine per cent of toddlers are getting the required levels of physical activity according
As well as being happier and fitter, children who are more physically active enjoy a
Almost 80 per cent of UK office workers feel they spend too much time sitting
Slightly high cholesterol in a person’s 30s and 40s could lead to an exponential risk
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Almost two-thirds of people do not know how many calories the average person needs to
Increasing evidence that yoga is at the forefront of health and wellness improvement is backed
Tesco is continuing its push towards wellness by teaming up with Diabetes UK and the
An influential new report from a British think tank has given further support to the
Children who are physically fit have faster and more attuned brain responses during reading than
The health and fitness industry should be focusing on how people can squeeze time for
Physical inactivity poses a greater risk of heart disease in women over 30 than obesity,
ukactive CEO David Stalker has outlined his organisation’s credentials to serve as independent watchdog for
A new, free website aims to encourage workplaces to become more active by competing against
Exercising in the midlife will help protect your heart, according to a study conducted by
Life-saving equipment has been installed in all four Northampton Leisure Trust facilities.   Brand new
Charitable social enterprise GLL has won a prestigious accolade at the 2013 London Ambulance Service
Jubilee Hall Trust (JHT) has signed an agreement with Butler Safe Technologies (BST) to install
Thousands of people living with and beyond cancer are among those who will be helped
Premature mortality in the UK is “persistently and significantly” below the mean of other European
Local people have raised over £700 for charity thanks to Maxine Burgess, Torch Relay Runner,
A new study has showed that athletes who take part in "extreme endurance exercise", such
A support group which helps sufferers of coronary heart disease has been awarded a £10,000
The Joint Consultative Forum has released the latest standards for Exercise Referral, which will now
Parents have been warned to "take off the blinkers" over how active their children are
Did you know that regular physical activity can help you manage a range of medical
Leisure centres are undermining efforts to increase health levels among young people by stocking junk
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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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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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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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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
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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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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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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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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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
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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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
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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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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Show preview
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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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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.
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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
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The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
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Vor is the world’s most powerful workout generation tool, transforming how fitness businesses deliver personalised ...
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BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Salt 
To bring their concept to life, Salt partnered with BLK BOX to design and equip a facility that would deliver a premium training experience while supporting the needs of a diverse and growing community.
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Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: The Ripple Effect delivers first success as learners qualify and secure employment
STA's The Ripple Effect initiative has reached an important milestone after learners completed the charity's first fully funded swimming teacher training programme, resulting in seven newly qualified swimming teachers.
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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British Heart Foundation news

UK Active has published new guidance on defibrillators to help fitness and leisure operators deliver
On unveiling a strong set of year-end results, PureGym CEO, Clive Chesser, says the low-cost
A world-first study has found that both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and exercise can successfully
PureGym has partnered with the British Heart Foundation to upload all of its defibrillators to
PureGym saw revenues rise by 15 per cent in 2023, with the company announcing plans
Pure Gym has hosted a fitness competition dedicated solely to people aged over 50 years
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
The UK Government needs to adopt a national health strategy based on prevention, if it
The number of people dying prematurely from heart attacks and strokes in the UK has
Gym goers that guzzle back a protein shake post-workout to help build muscle mass and
Physical activity outside of school is vital for child health and could play a major
More than 20m UK adults are increasing their risk of heart disease and costing the
Workers are being encouraged to liven up their lunch breaks by taking part in bite
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Lack of knowledge in the medical profession and out of date test protocols could be
Devices such as iPhones and tablets should be harnessed to create active lifestyles for children,
Only nine per cent of toddlers are getting the required levels of physical activity according
As well as being happier and fitter, children who are more physically active enjoy a
Almost 80 per cent of UK office workers feel they spend too much time sitting
Slightly high cholesterol in a person’s 30s and 40s could lead to an exponential risk
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Almost two-thirds of people do not know how many calories the average person needs to
Increasing evidence that yoga is at the forefront of health and wellness improvement is backed
Tesco is continuing its push towards wellness by teaming up with Diabetes UK and the
An influential new report from a British think tank has given further support to the
Children who are physically fit have faster and more attuned brain responses during reading than
The health and fitness industry should be focusing on how people can squeeze time for
Physical inactivity poses a greater risk of heart disease in women over 30 than obesity,
ukactive CEO David Stalker has outlined his organisation’s credentials to serve as independent watchdog for
A new, free website aims to encourage workplaces to become more active by competing against
Exercising in the midlife will help protect your heart, according to a study conducted by
Life-saving equipment has been installed in all four Northampton Leisure Trust facilities.   Brand new
Charitable social enterprise GLL has won a prestigious accolade at the 2013 London Ambulance Service
Jubilee Hall Trust (JHT) has signed an agreement with Butler Safe Technologies (BST) to install
Thousands of people living with and beyond cancer are among those who will be helped
Premature mortality in the UK is “persistently and significantly” below the mean of other European
Local people have raised over £700 for charity thanks to Maxine Burgess, Torch Relay Runner,
A new study has showed that athletes who take part in "extreme endurance exercise", such
A support group which helps sufferers of coronary heart disease has been awarded a £10,000
The Joint Consultative Forum has released the latest standards for Exercise Referral, which will now
Parents have been warned to "take off the blinkers" over how active their children are
Did you know that regular physical activity can help you manage a range of medical
Leisure centres are undermining efforts to increase health levels among young people by stocking junk
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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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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
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
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
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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
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
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
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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
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
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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: 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.
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: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Company profiles
Company profile: Vor Technologies Ltd
Vor is the world’s most powerful workout generation tool, transforming how fitness businesses deliver personalised ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Salt 
To bring their concept to life, Salt partnered with BLK BOX to design and equip a facility that would deliver a premium training experience while supporting the needs of a diverse and growing community.
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: The Ripple Effect delivers first success as learners qualify and secure employment
STA's The Ripple Effect initiative has reached an important milestone after learners completed the charity's first fully funded swimming teacher training programme, resulting in seven newly qualified swimming teachers.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
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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