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Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
UK Active and Nike have released an impact report for the 2022 Open Doors programme,
Fiit has teamed up with Concept2 to launch Fiit Row, its first connected rowing programme
Concept2 has expanded its line of ergometers with the launch of its latest innovation, the
Registration to attend the Elevate exhibition on 9-10 May at London’s ExCeL is reported to
TV journalist and presenter Dr Michael Mosley has been announced as a keynote speaker for
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Thanks to increasing industry support Elevate, the UK’s largest physical activity trade event, has announced
Activity-based social network Strava has continued its expansion onto the gym floor with the introduction
Fitness First has launched a new concept club in the centre of Cologne, Germany, as
Concept2 have signed a partnership deal to become the official supplier of British Rowing. This
A new club, Acibadem Sports, has opened in Istanbul, Turkey. Owned by Acibadem, a leader
Fitness industry veteran Peter Guy has launched GymWorks - a 13,000 sq ft health club
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Precor has completed the installation of new cardiovascular and strength equipment at North Yorkshire's Tadcaster
Madonna - in partnership with her manager Guy Oseary and Mark Mastrov, chair of New
South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) is to undertake a £360,000 revamp of the gym at
Independently-owned health club SpecForce Fitness opened in Auckland, New Zealand. Owned and operated by Scott
The Concept2 Indoor Rower is the world's number 1 rowing machine and has for 25
This month sees the launch of the Webracing multiplayer software from Instyle Fitness, which allows
Hercules Fitness Center in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) held its official opening ceremony in
The Concept2 Indoor Rower used by the British Rowing team is exactly the same as
Pembrokeshire County Council (PCC) has announced that a £1.3m sports hall and fitness centre has
Jason McMahon has left equipment supplier Star Trac to head up the BalanceMaster team as
Equipment supplier Concept 2 and charity Help for Heroes have joined forces in a campaign
Concept2 introduced its indoor rowers to 15 primary and 12 secondary schools between April 2007
Manufacturer Concept2 has launched the SkiErg, a cardio machine that combines both upper and lower
A new multi-million pound sports complex has opened its doors to the public in Aberdeen,
SA Fitness, a new health club operation set up in South Africa by owner Nash
Concept2 has unveiled the latest addition to its range, the SkiErg, designed to build ski-specific
Fitness First opened its 10th club in Frankfurt, Germany, last month. Located in My Zeil,
EIDO Healthcare has launched a website for people who have been recommended hospital treatment for
More than 200 school children will take part in a competitive rowing event at this
Helping to reinforce its position as a specialist sports college, Fearns Community Sports College in
12,300
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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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Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
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The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
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After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
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Concept2 news

Wellfit has announced the launch of a flagship location at Reem Hall in Abu Dhabi.
UK Active and Nike have released an impact report for the 2022 Open Doors programme,
Fiit has teamed up with Concept2 to launch Fiit Row, its first connected rowing programme
Concept2 has expanded its line of ergometers with the launch of its latest innovation, the
Registration to attend the Elevate exhibition on 9-10 May at London’s ExCeL is reported to
TV journalist and presenter Dr Michael Mosley has been announced as a keynote speaker for
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility  differentiation and long-term commercial
Thanks to increasing industry support Elevate, the UK’s largest physical activity trade event, has announced
Activity-based social network Strava has continued its expansion onto the gym floor with the introduction
Fitness First has launched a new concept club in the centre of Cologne, Germany, as
Concept2 have signed a partnership deal to become the official supplier of British Rowing. This
A new club, Acibadem Sports, has opened in Istanbul, Turkey. Owned by Acibadem, a leader
Fitness industry veteran Peter Guy has launched GymWorks - a 13,000 sq ft health club
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage
Precor has completed the installation of new cardiovascular and strength equipment at North Yorkshire's Tadcaster
Madonna - in partnership with her manager Guy Oseary and Mark Mastrov, chair of New
South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) is to undertake a £360,000 revamp of the gym at
Independently-owned health club SpecForce Fitness opened in Auckland, New Zealand. Owned and operated by Scott
The Concept2 Indoor Rower is the world's number 1 rowing machine and has for 25
This month sees the launch of the Webracing multiplayer software from Instyle Fitness, which allows
Hercules Fitness Center in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) held its official opening ceremony in
The Concept2 Indoor Rower used by the British Rowing team is exactly the same as
Pembrokeshire County Council (PCC) has announced that a £1.3m sports hall and fitness centre has
Jason McMahon has left equipment supplier Star Trac to head up the BalanceMaster team as
Equipment supplier Concept 2 and charity Help for Heroes have joined forces in a campaign
Concept2 introduced its indoor rowers to 15 primary and 12 secondary schools between April 2007
Manufacturer Concept2 has launched the SkiErg, a cardio machine that combines both upper and lower
A new multi-million pound sports complex has opened its doors to the public in Aberdeen,
SA Fitness, a new health club operation set up in South Africa by owner Nash
Concept2 has unveiled the latest addition to its range, the SkiErg, designed to build ski-specific
Fitness First opened its 10th club in Frankfurt, Germany, last month. Located in My Zeil,
EIDO Healthcare has launched a website for people who have been recommended hospital treatment for
More than 200 school children will take part in a competitive rowing event at this
Helping to reinforce its position as a specialist sports college, Fearns Community Sports College in
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
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Social fitness the missing link to member engagement, according to a new Myzone report
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
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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
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
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
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
People on weight loss drugs reduce their activity levels, according to a team at St John’s Hospital Illinois
HCM magazine
The fitness industry is mourning the passing of Les Mills, a founding father of fitness, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New legislation is exposing weakness and potential liabilities in the management of customer data in health clubs, says Andy Chesterman
HCM magazine
HCM People

Shaun Grove

Owner, Stride Fitness
My goal was to invest in where fitness is going, not where it’s already been
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you. Write to [email protected]
HCM magazine
A new report puts physical activity at the heart of healthcare, says Muir Gray
HCM magazine
Software suppliers explain how AI, automation and connected digital experiences can work for the good of operators and consumers
HCM magazine
Lisa Starr tries the Ammortal Chamber to see whether layering 10 modalities into one experience really delivers more
HCM magazine
The new CEO of UK Active talks to HCM about the gym-curious and why he believes the sector can double in size by the end of the next decade
HCM magazine
After decades of focusing on adult audiences, operators are starting to engage young people – unlocking growth opportunities while supporting the health and wellbeing of future generations
HCM magazine
World Athletics president, Sebastian Coe talks to Liz Terry about the launch of Run X in partnership with Technogym
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: Legends never die: four legends, four philosophies of life
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Introducing a new era of Nautilus Leverage
Strength training has never been more important for member retention, facility differentiation and long-term commercial success.
Company profiles
Company profile: GymNation
Ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 square feet, GymNation is open 24/7, 365 days a year ...
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 - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Dyaco UK Ltd press release: i-Strength | Spirit Commercial Fitness: Same movements, smarter resistance
Upgrading a gym floor is rarely straightforward. New equipment means retraining staff, repositioning layouts, and a period of adjustment for members.
Featured press releases
Wattbike Ltd press release: EGYM integrates with Wattbike to bring VO2 Max insights into the member journey
Wattbike, the pioneering indoor cycling brand trusted by the best elite sports teams, health clubs and high-performance facilities worldwide, announces today a new integration with EGYM, enabling Wattbike products to now connect directly with the EGYM Ecosystem and a member’s ‘Cardio BioAge’ score.
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Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
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28-29 Sep 2026
Grand Ballroom, METT Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
Impact Exhibition & Convention Center Bangkok,Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
29-31 Oct 2026
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand , Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
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The Kromhouthal , Amsterdam, Netherlands
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