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British Medical Association news

Caterpillar, a new app that rewards healthy actions with redeemable points at entertainment and fitness
The improvements in health and wellbeing associated with exercise referral schemes aren’t as large as
Doctors have called on the Conservative government to take "urgent action" to improve low levels
Experts and campaign groups have poured scorn on the government’s Childhood Obesity Strategy, describing it
Museum@WRI - a new permanent exhibition exploring the history of medicine - is to be
Dr Tony Jewell, the chief medical officer (CMO) for Wales, has called for the introduction
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Scottish Government's bid to introduce a minimum price of 45p per unit of alcohol
Scottish health secretary Nicola Sturgeon has revealed that the proposed minimum price per unit of
The British Medical Association (BMA) has called for the government to introduce a total ban
The Scottish Government has published its strategy for tackling alcohol abuse which is estimated to
The British Medical Association (BMA) has declared the Scottish smoking ban a success as it
The British Medical Association (BMA) is calling for gambling to be recognised as an addiction
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Burger King Holdings will reportedly halt advertising to children and showing fast-food adverts in between
Prime Minister Tony Blair has urged the public to take more responsibility for fitness and
The Welsh branch of the British Medical Association, BMA Cymru Wales, has launched a campaign
Smoking has now been banned in all public places in Scotland – including bars, restaurants
A clash between cabinet ministers has forced the health secretary to an embarrassing u-turn on
Smoking will be banned in restaurants, pubs and bars across Northern Ireland from April 2007.
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Health secretary Patricia Hewitt has hinted that a full smoking ban in all public areas
Plans to introduce a smoking ban in some public places were included in the Queen’s
The first reading of the Private Bill to ban smoking in Liverpool workplaces was presented
The British Medical Association (BMA) Cymru Wales has launched an all-Wales petition, calling on the
The government has today published its White Paper on public health in Britain, including the
The Scottish Executive has announced its intention to introduce comprehensive smoke-free legislation in public places.
The British Medical Association (BMA) has today published a new report called The Human Cost
Ahead of the publication of the government's White Paper on public health later this month,
The Scottish British Medical Association has launched a new campaign called Breathe better in Scotland.
The UK communications industry regulator, OFCOM, has announced that it will not be recommending a
The government is under increasing pressure to outlaw smoking in public, after the British Medical
The government is under increasing pressure to outlaw smoking in public, after the British Medical
The British Medical Association’s Annual Conference of Public Health Medicine has called on the government
Bar, pub, club and catering staff belonging to the Transport and General Workers’ Union (T&G)
The Scottish Executive’s launch of a consultation on smoking in public places has been welcomed
The Irish smoking ban, which has outlawed tobacco from workplaces – including all pubs, restaurants,
The government yesterday released a new campaign intended to tackle Britain’s burgeoning binge-drinking culture, as
The British Medical Association (BMA) is continuing its campaign against passive smoking with a new
The British Medical Association has written to Mps successful in the ballot for private member’s
A group of 12 alcoholics, aged from 18 to 60, are attempting to sue drink
The first National Sunbed Awareness Day will take place on 30 April. The Sunbed Association
In their quest for the perfect physique tens of thousands of gym users could be
12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Interview
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
Specifier
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
Letters
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
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
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
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
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Insight
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Les Mills UK
For over 50 years Les Mills has been leading the way in fitness to inspire ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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

British Medical Association news

Caterpillar, a new app that rewards healthy actions with redeemable points at entertainment and fitness
The improvements in health and wellbeing associated with exercise referral schemes aren’t as large as
Doctors have called on the Conservative government to take "urgent action" to improve low levels
Experts and campaign groups have poured scorn on the government’s Childhood Obesity Strategy, describing it
Museum@WRI - a new permanent exhibition exploring the history of medicine - is to be
Dr Tony Jewell, the chief medical officer (CMO) for Wales, has called for the introduction
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
The Scottish Government's bid to introduce a minimum price of 45p per unit of alcohol
Scottish health secretary Nicola Sturgeon has revealed that the proposed minimum price per unit of
The British Medical Association (BMA) has called for the government to introduce a total ban
The Scottish Government has published its strategy for tackling alcohol abuse which is estimated to
The British Medical Association (BMA) has declared the Scottish smoking ban a success as it
The British Medical Association (BMA) is calling for gambling to be recognised as an addiction
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Burger King Holdings will reportedly halt advertising to children and showing fast-food adverts in between
Prime Minister Tony Blair has urged the public to take more responsibility for fitness and
The Welsh branch of the British Medical Association, BMA Cymru Wales, has launched a campaign
Smoking has now been banned in all public places in Scotland – including bars, restaurants
A clash between cabinet ministers has forced the health secretary to an embarrassing u-turn on
Smoking will be banned in restaurants, pubs and bars across Northern Ireland from April 2007.
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Health secretary Patricia Hewitt has hinted that a full smoking ban in all public areas
Plans to introduce a smoking ban in some public places were included in the Queen’s
The first reading of the Private Bill to ban smoking in Liverpool workplaces was presented
The British Medical Association (BMA) Cymru Wales has launched an all-Wales petition, calling on the
The government has today published its White Paper on public health in Britain, including the
The Scottish Executive has announced its intention to introduce comprehensive smoke-free legislation in public places.
The British Medical Association (BMA) has today published a new report called The Human Cost
Ahead of the publication of the government's White Paper on public health later this month,
The Scottish British Medical Association has launched a new campaign called Breathe better in Scotland.
The UK communications industry regulator, OFCOM, has announced that it will not be recommending a
The government is under increasing pressure to outlaw smoking in public, after the British Medical
The government is under increasing pressure to outlaw smoking in public, after the British Medical
The British Medical Association’s Annual Conference of Public Health Medicine has called on the government
Bar, pub, club and catering staff belonging to the Transport and General Workers’ Union (T&G)
The Scottish Executive’s launch of a consultation on smoking in public places has been welcomed
The Irish smoking ban, which has outlawed tobacco from workplaces – including all pubs, restaurants,
The government yesterday released a new campaign intended to tackle Britain’s burgeoning binge-drinking culture, as
The British Medical Association (BMA) is continuing its campaign against passive smoking with a new
The British Medical Association has written to Mps successful in the ballot for private member’s
A group of 12 alcoholics, aged from 18 to 60, are attempting to sue drink
The first National Sunbed Awareness Day will take place on 30 April. The Sunbed Association
In their quest for the perfect physique tens of thousands of gym users could be
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
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
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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
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
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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
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 partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
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
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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
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
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
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Places Leisure
Places Leisure aims to enlighten our communities about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Les Mills UK
For over 50 years Les Mills has been leading the way in fitness to inspire ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Featured press releases
Technogym press release: DESIGN TO MOVE exhibition celebrates 40 years of Technogym with 40 unique creations by 40 designers
At 2024 Milan Design Week, Technogym celebrated its 40 years with the special exhibition "Design to Move”, featuring 40 unique Technogym Benches – one of the brand's iconic products – designed by 40 different international designers and artists from all over the world.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
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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